Among Giants Best Whale Watching Spots in South America
"There she blows!–there she blows! A hump like a snow-hill! It is Moby Dick!" - Herman Melville The giant size and might of Moby Dick may have...
6 National Parks and Trails of the Andes
Imagine a dry, beaten trail, expansive blue sky, and a panoramic view of breathtaking textured landscape. Believe it or not, the perfect time to...
4 activities for exploring the Bolivian Side of Lake Titicaca
The shores of Lake Titicaca will quite literally take your breath away. At an elevation of 12,500 feet (3,810 meters) above sea level, Lake...
The Living Inca Culture of Ollantaytambo
When traveling to Machu Picchu, you will likely drive through the Sacred Valley to the small town of Ollantaytambo to catch your train. Many...
The Inca Trilogy – The Condor, The Puma, and The Serpent
While traveling in the areas of the former Inca Empire, including Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Chile, you will likely notice many representations...
Mystical Medicine and Healers in Peru
As long as people have walked the earth, healers have been called upon in times of sickness. Today with the current crisis, we are seeing just how...
The History and Meaning behind Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu - that mystical citadel that is on everyone’s bucket list. Sure, you can get some great photos and wander through the ruins, but...
Traditional Eats – Picanterias and Chicherias in Cusco
One of the greatest joys of visiting a new place is trying the local food and drink. In Cusco, the perfect place to do this is in one of the local...
Arequipa – Peru’s White City
When researching and planning a trip to Peru, you may come across the city of Arequipa, often called the “White City,” named for the sillar. This...
Q’eswachaka – The Last Bridge of the Incas
During your trip to Peru, you will notice many paths, trails, and roads that were built in times long the past. This timeworn network, called...