You might say I'm a foodie, excited about trying new dishes both at home and abroad. Food is what makes so much of the experience and recreating the recipes from my travels is a way to relive the fun. But I also love a good cocktail, as I worked for a few years as a bartender. Today I'm recreating … [Read more...] about My Favorite Cocktails from My Travels
Peru
Exploring the Sacred Valley of Peru
Many travelers to Cusco go straight to Machu Picchu as soon as they've acclimatized, skipping over the Sacred Valley and the towns around it. But I knew I'd want something to do during the day until my Machu Picchu tour started so I signed up for a tour of the valley through my hostel for around $20 … [Read more...] about Exploring the Sacred Valley of Peru
Traveling in Peru with Inka Express
After a week or so in the Cusco area, exploring Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, I needed to get a move on to the rest of the country. I only had another week left and wanted to see as much as possible. To get from Cusco to Puno, the gateway to Lake Titicaca, I booked an all-day bus with Inka … [Read more...] about Traveling in Peru with Inka Express
The Cost of Traveling in Peru
Many people view Peru as a once-in-a-lifetime luxury destination, but it's much more affordable than you think. I found the country to have options for every budget and I kept copious notes about my spending habits to share them with you. How Much to Save in Advance Apart from my flight, I … [Read more...] about The Cost of Traveling in Peru
My Favorite Peruvian Meals
I thought I was done breaking down my Peru trip from May, but I realized that I didn't even discuss the food, apart from mentioning how I ate guinea pig. I'd heard about the Chinese influences found in parts of Peru, but otherwise, I had no idea what to expect. I knew it would be a lot of meat due … [Read more...] about My Favorite Peruvian Meals