Adventures in Flying to Machu Picchu: Avoid These Mistakes
Which airlines are the best? When is the best time to fly? Can you get direct flights to Machu Picchu? Are there alternative modes of transport? Can you get flights to Machu Picchu from Lima? Can visitors book helicopter tours…
5 Pro Tips for Organizing the Perfect Trip to Machu Picchu
Don't let tight connections and poor planning ruin your trip to Machu Picchu. We're Machu Picchu travel experts and here's our list of top tips to help you make the most of your trip to the famous Inca citadel. #1 - Flexibility…
Machu Picchu Update: One Ticket One Entry
"One and done." That's one of the biggest changes at Machu Picchu in 2019. Each general entry ticket entitles the holder to enter one time. And now there are new options for buying entry tickets after covid-19 in July 2020. The…
My Machu Picchu Reading List for Travelers
Whether you're anticipating a trip to Machu Picchu, or fueling your armchair wanderlust, here's my favorite literature. I'm attracted to adventure mixed with a little science and historical facts. For 15 years I've been traveling,…
The Truth About Overcrowding and the New Rules for Machu Picchu Entry Tickets
For news about how corona virus and the pandemic is affecting the reopening and travel to Machu Picchu, follow this link to the news page. On December 10, 2018, the Peruvian government launched a new website with yet again a…
What You Need to Know About Travel to High-Altitude Destinations
Everyone reacts differently to high altitude based on a variety of factors including their current state of fitness, their previous exposure to high altitude, how well they're hydrated before arriving in Cusco and perhaps even…
Guide to Arranging Taxis in Cusco and Lima Peru
Thanks to Machu Picchu, Lima, Peru is home to one of the busiest airports in South America. Visitors from Europe, United States, Australasia, and all corners of the planet flock to Lima by air on their way to the Andes Mountains.…
Machu Picchu Concierge-Level Service for All Budgets
Let's say you are a DIY traveler. There's nothing wrong with that. Lots of people enjoy the process of researching, selecting and reserving flights, hotels,lodges and other services on their way to destinations in South America,…
Foodie Vacations in South America
Experience the best culinary trips In Peru and Ecuador: two of the best little foodie vacations you never heard of Eat. Drink. Be merry. On your next vacation. Food adventures in South America are hot! Peru has emerged as one…
Travel Insurance for US residents: What you need to know
Do you have to buy travel insurance? (Some of this may apply to people who live in countries other than the United States.) Unless you're traveling to a country that requires foreigners to show proof of medical insurance when…
