Wondering if you should travel to Peru this year? Four weeks in Peru was what I could describe as unforgettable. I’m fortunate enough to travel to many parts of the world as part of my job, but this one was special. From the wonderful Lake Titicaca to Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon to Salkantay Pass, I hiked, …
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The year 2015 is almost coming to the end. How did this happen? I didn’t believe it when my grandmother said ‘time goes faster when you get older’, but now I understand what she meant. Time flies. Especially this year I feel it more so. Why is that? Because I’m having too much fun? There …
One and a half days of intensive cardio blast alongside Andean condors in one of the world’s deepest canyons, anyone? It’s about a 14-hour drive from Lima to Arequipa, Peru’s second most populous city. Arequipa (elevation 2,335m) is the starting point of Colca Canyon trekking. Here you can load up some snacks and hiking gear. …
Road trip to Paracas! Lima and Cusco, the two pillars of traveling in Peru. Lima, a big city by the Pacific coast is busy but the coastal town’s unique vibe is irresistible. Cusco, the bellybutton of the world, is the gateway to Machu Picchu. But don’t dismiss places in between the two; take your time …
Picturesque Peru: Photo Essay With its grand vista and stunning characters, Peru is a dream destination for photographers. Not just that; the Andes brings hikers from all around the world, high-quality alpaca products lure fashion enthusiasts, and still mysterious Inca heritage fascinates archeologists. Peru has many faces. I spent four weeks in Peru in June, …
Men, do you know how to knit? You might want to start learning It’s not everyday you see a man knitting out in public. The community of “Knitting Men”, people of Taquile Island are living the lifestyle they’ve preserved for centuries. Taquile is an island on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca, 45km offshore from …
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“In the variety of its charms and the power of its spell, I know of no other place in the world which can compare with it.” -Hiram Bingham, ‘re-discoverer’ of Machu Picchu- Four days of walking on the Salkantay Trek was the greatest build up for Machu Picchu. Visiting something so grand like Machu …
If you haven’t chewed coca leaves… you haven’t done Peru correctly As the elevation gets higher near the Andes, a small bag of green leaves becomes your most important item. It’s your survival kit. Chew seven leaves. It’s a strange sensation, a handful of dry leaves in your mouth. After 15 minutes? Difficulty breathing, fatigue, …
The Poor Man’s Galapagos isn’t so poor after all Always wanting to go to the Galapagos but too expensive? Put Ballestas Islands as your alternative. A group of 12 islands off of the coast of Paracas, the Ballestas Islands is one of the highlights of the Pisco region due to its easy accessibility and cheap …
