The Galapagos Islands & Charles Darwin
The Galapagos Islands are a top-rated destination to visit, and with good reason – it's not only a tropical paradise, with the archipelago lying...
The Origin of the Inca Empire in Cusco
Cusco, the Capital of the Inca Empire and center of the world. During your travels to Peru and on to Machu Picchu, you will pass through Cusco and...
Great Civilizations of Latin America: Aztecas, Mayas and Incas
When researching places to travel in Latin America, you will undoubtedly come across information about the people who were there before, stories...
Best Places to Propose in Peru that aren’t Machu Picchu
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and love is in the air. With the romantic vibes you are feeling, maybe you’re getting ready to pop the...
La Candelaria: A festival on the shores of Lake Titicaca
Every February in Puno, a town on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the streets explode with dance and color with the festival of La Candelaria! During...
Strange & Interesting facts about Machu Picchu – Part 2
In part 2 of the blog series, Strange and Interesting Facts about Machu Picchu, we’ll present you with some more little-known tidbits to further...
Strange & Interesting facts about Machu Picchu Part 1
There are many intriguing reasons why a visit to Machu Picchu should be an integral part of your trip to Peru. As the most visited site in Peru...
Machu Picchu: Best Tourist Attraction in the World for 3rd Consecutive Year
Yet again, Machu Picchu has laid claim to the prestigious Best Tourist Attraction Award, as defined by the World Travel Awards. This is the third...
Peru Festivals and Events 2020 –Part 2
The Peruvian yearly calendar is loaded with festivals and events full of local color, music, dancing, and the chance to sample Peru’s famous...
Peru Festivals and Events 2020 –Part 1
Peruvians know how to celebrate, and their yearly calendar is loaded with festivals and events replete with local color, music, dancing, food and...