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
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My Favorite Eats of 2018
Based on the photos I post, it would be easy to assume that I'm a constant glutton, especially when I'm on work trips. But these are the exception. I swear I don't eat fried stuff all the time! In fact, I'm trying to limit my meat intake in favor of vegan options, swapping it out when easy. So this … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2018
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