The Best Party Cities in Bolivia
Bolivia might be overlooked as a nightlife destination in South America, but it delivered time and time again. These are the best cities to party in Bolivia.… Read More The Best Party Cities in Bolivia
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Chinchero To Urquillos Trek: Cusco’s Little-Known Gem of a Hike
One of the lesser-known activities that one can take on in Peru’s Sacred Valley is the stunning hike from Chinchero to Urquillos. With its starting point in the archaeological complex of Chinchero, the views and adventure are constant throughout. Along the way, I hardly encountered any other travelers, making this hike one of the best… Read More Chinchero To Urquillos Trek: Cusco’s Little-Known Gem of a Hike
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Cusco’s Sacred Valley | Peru
Cusco and Machu Picchu are rightfully two of Peru’s most popular and desirable travel destinations. I personally can’t get enough of Cusco, nor will I forget the morning I arrived at Machu Picchu all those years ago. The clouds clearing to reveal Machu Picchu in all of its awe-inspiring glory is a memory that sticks… Read More The Ultimate Travel Guide to Cusco’s Sacred Valley | Peru
The Complete Guide to Hiking Kinsa Cocha Three Lakes | Pisac, Peru
One of the best off-the-beaten-path activities you can do in the Cusco region is the hike around the Kinsa Cocha. About 45 minutes outside of Pisac in the Sacred Valley are the stunning three lakes of Kinsa Cocha. In the Quechua language, Kinsa Cocha literally means “three lakes”. Creative, right? Anyway, the name truly undersells… Read More The Complete Guide to Hiking Kinsa Cocha Three Lakes | Pisac, Peru
Palccoyo vs. Vinicunca: Which Rainbow Mountain Should You Do?
A few years ago, I conquered the beast of a hike which was Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. Since then, it’s probably become the most common sight I’ve seen on Instagram. It is without a doubt Cusco’s most popular day trip, and despite the 3 AM wake-up call and brutal high altitude conditions, hundreds of travelers a… Read More Palccoyo vs. Vinicunca: Which Rainbow Mountain Should You Do?
The Best Things To Do In Ollantaytambo, Peru
Ollantaytambo turned out to be one of my favorite little towns in Peru. After paying the small village of Pisac in the Sacred Valley a visit, I decided that I needed to explore more of the villages just outside of Cusco. I visited Chinchero, Urubamba, Yucay, Urquillos, and a couple of others. However, most of… Read More The Best Things To Do In Ollantaytambo, Peru
How To Prepare For The Pampas Tour in Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
I don’t really have much of a bucket list, but it’s hard to deny the call of the Amazon Rainforest. As I traveled through Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, the thought was always on my mind. Then I would think about all of the mosquitoes, humidity, and heat involved and I would come up with a… Read More How To Prepare For The Pampas Tour in Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
Pampas Tour in Bolivia’s Amazon Rainforest: Photo Gallery
After putting off a visit to the Amazon time and time again, I finally decided that there was no better way to kick off the decade than by finally leaping out of my comfort zone. Admittedly, I am not one for the jungle, despite being, or maybe because I was born in the jungle country… Read More Pampas Tour in Bolivia’s Amazon Rainforest: Photo Gallery
The Ultimate Guide to Nightlife in Sucre, Bolivia
I cannot stress enough just how much the nightlife in Sucre surprised me. After being underwhelmed by the nightlife in La Paz, I was expecting an even quieter scene in Sucre. Nope. I found the nightlife in Sucre to be much more enjoyable than La Paz, for a number of reasons. Despite Sucre being smaller,… Read More The Ultimate Guide to Nightlife in Sucre, Bolivia
A Guide to Spending Christmas in Sucre, Bolivia
Sometimes, when you go with the flow, you just end up wherever the waves take you. Despite Sucre being nowhere on my radar when it came to Christmas plans, I ended up here through a series of happy accidents and good people. I arrived in the sleepy town of Sucre having only booked two nights.… Read More A Guide to Spending Christmas in Sucre, Bolivia