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Where to Go in Peru: Your Hiking Guide
With great surfing on the coast and a burgeoning culinary scene, Peru has much to offer, but there’s no bigger draw than its stunning trekking routes. The Andes Mountains, which split the country down the...
Five Ways to Experience Peru Without Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World for a reason but there’s so much more to Peru than its busiest landmark. You can’t even begin to imagine how rich the...
The Truth About Travel Writing at 4500m Above Sea Level
Recently, it feels like all my travel articles begin with an anecdote about using a washroom. My first note for this story? "Ugh, just peed outside for the first time at an elevation of 3700m."...
Cusco vs. Lima: Which City is For You?
Have you ever dreamed of exploring the Amazonian rainforest, a New Wonder of the Modern World, and ancient Incan ruins all at once? Well lucky for you, Peru has all three. And as the third...
The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Cordillera Blanca
When you think of Peru, your mind likely jumps to images of the outstanding World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu. The most popular hiking trail in the country is easily the Inca Trail, closely followed...
How to Spend a Month in Peru
If you’re looking to take a month off to travel, Peru is one destination that will not disappoint. As one of the most popular (and Instagrammable) destinations of 2019, this country should be at the...
How to Get Inca Trail Permits in 2019
Planning a trip to Peru wouldn’t be complete without visiting the iconic Machu Picchu. As one of the world's most recognizable ancient landmarks and an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, Machu Picchu is easily one...
The Ultimate South America Bucket List (Updated 2022)
South America is a continent of epic proportions. So, if you’re planning to explore everything it has to offer in terms of active adventures, make sure you read this list of where to go, and...
The Best Inca Ruins in and Around Cusco
Often referred to as the gateway to Machu Picchu, Cusco is not to be overlooked when planning your trip to Peru. Home to a number of Inca ruins in and around the city, Cusco lives...