Travel & Lifestyle
Planning a visit to Machu Picchu can be equally exciting and overwhelming. I’ve been there. Sometimes, the internet has a way of making things look more complicated than they actually are and Machu Picchu seems to be a good example of that. That’s the reason I decided to put together a quick list of things …
While Machu Picchu was one of the most anticipated places we wanted to visit during our backpacking trip in South America, we knew we wouldn’t be able to splurge on a guided Inca Trail experience or the luxurious train ride (who knew those things would be so expensive?!) For someone planning a trip to Machu …
While we were planning our Peru itinerary, we thought of Arequipa as merely a base before and after our hiking trip to Colca Canyon (one of the deepest canyons in the world). How wrong we were! After spending 5 days in Arequipa, we were stunned by its beauty, energy and cultural heritage, and it quickly …
South America has some of the most romantic destinations in the world, especially for those adventure & nature lovers. During our 4-month backpacking trip in Chile, Peru, Argentina and Bolivia, we visited a few places that really stood out as the perfect getaway for couples – whether it’s for the breathtaking views, the stunning architecture …
Uros Islands are one of the most popular attractions on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca. Most travelers choose to go on a full-day boat tour to Uros, Amantani and Taquile islands, but did you know that you can also book a homestay with a local family through Airbnb? On this post, we share our …
Hiking the Colca Canyon was definitely not on our original itinerary in Peru. Frankly, because we had never heard of it! But as we got to planning our Arequipa stay, the prospect of dramatic scenery, Andean condors and a physical challenge became quite appealing. We completed a self-guided 3 day trip and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves …