Machu Picchu in the Afternoon Sun We actually weren't planning to walk to the Sun Gate on our free morning at Machu Picchu. Most trekkers come in through the Sun Gate, as it is the end of the Inca Trail. But for those of us who didn't trek, the Sun Gate is about a mile up from … [Read more...]
What to Wear to Machu Picchu If You Aren’t Hiking
When I was packing for Peru, I had a tough time finding non-hiking recommendations that seemed reasonable and, well, things I would actually wear. In fact, pretty much the only useful thing I could find (beyond pictures of girls in heels in the ruins...the last time I wore … [Read more...]
My Five Impressions of Cusco, Peru–A City Everyone Has an Opinion About
Cusco, nestled in the clouds at about 12,000 feet, is a fascinating city in which Incan and Spanish history collide. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and was the capital of the Inca Empire. We spent about a day and a half in Cusco, stopping there on our way to the Sacred … [Read more...]
Visiting the Studio of Pablo Seminario in Urubamba, Peru
One afternoon in the Sacred Valley, we had the option to head to the studio of Pablo Seminario. I'm not an art connoisseur, but I do enjoy seeing art when I travel. It's probably a good thing I travel light, as something always tempts me...but I never want to pay for the … [Read more...]
Five Things That Make or Break a Good Group Tour (and Our Trip to Peru)
Group travel and tours. So frequently discussed. So many of the same conclusions, every time. You have the "do it yourselfers" the "I hate groupers" the "what do I do without a tour guide I think I'm goingtofreakouters" and those that travel in a group because it's easy and they … [Read more...]
