Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu was hands down the highlight of my time in South America. After spending three days in Cusco to acclimate myself to the higher altitude, the day had finally arrived to begin my hike … Continue reading
We made our way through the Andes of Peru en route to Ollantaytambo. The Sacred Valley was the heart of the Inca’s agricultural setting and an important ceremonial region, with the sacred sites of Cusco at one end and Machu Picchu … Continue reading
While exploring the cobblestone streets of Cusco, I observed so many artists selling woolen and alpaca goods, jewelry and artwork. Every shop I entered had stacks and stacks of colourful and wonderfully soft hats, sweaters, and scarves. I saw and heard lots … Continue reading
I caught a flight over the Andes to the city of Puerto Maldonado in Peru’s southern jungle! We had lunch on the river as we traveled upstream by a traditional Peruvian boat to our Rainforest Lodge. We spotted toucans and macaws along … Continue reading
My Peru trip was stuffed with all the adventure, culture and life lessons in the world. But let’s face it – no story is complete without a little love in it. I joined my travel mates in Peru after the majority … Continue reading
The Vintage Postcard 