Are Children Banned from Entering Machu Picchu?
In case you see a headline indicating that children are banned from entering Machu Picchu, it only applies to entry for local tourists in November 2020 due to local covid restrictions. As we know from recent history, media headlines…
Machu Picchu and 1-Day Inca Trail Hike Reopen November 1
In November 2020, the Peru government reopened the ancient Inca citadel for local tourism. This was welcome progress for plucky travelers willing to jump through the necessary hoops to see one of the New 7 Wonders of the World,…
Cusco Peru Awarded "Safe Travels" Destination
Earlier this year, following the complete shutdown of the worldwide travel industry due to the covid pandemic, the WTTC (World Tourism and Travel Council) launched "Safe Travels" initiatives as a means to provide standardized…
International Flights to Peru Resume on October 1, 2020
Beginning October 5, Peru announced a partial border opening from 7 nearby countries including Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia, Panama, Uruguay, Paraguay and Chile. On October 23 it was announced that international flights from 10…
How to Run a Travel Company Without Travel
I'm not kidding. Even the top travel agencies in the world are not exempt from this struggle. That struggle is the uncertainty of the future of the tourism industry. Not only has recreational and leisure travel ceased operating…
Why You Should Keep Sacred Sites on Your Bucket List
Machu Picchu and its surrounding communities (as well as other sacred sites around the world) need your support now more than ever. Forget about overtourism and crowding. The Inca citadel and all archaeological sites in Peru have…
Families Traveling in Pandemic Pods
There's nothing like a global pandemic to inspire creative thinkers to come up with solutions for pretty much every difficult situation. How can people continue traveling safely after covid-19? How can we restore our confidence…
Packing Guidelines and Tips for Travel After Covid-19
How things have changed virtually everywhere in just a few short months since covid-19 snatched the full attention of every single adult on the earth! As international travel gradually returns, people are reviewing their packing…
Machu Picchu Launches New Website After Covid-19
On November 1, 2020, the first visitors stepped foot into the sleepy Machu Picchu ruins with small crowds at 30% capacity, then Machu Picchu National Park increased visitor capacity to 40% in December. (If you're fit enough to…
After Closing for Covid-19, Machu Picchu Reopens With New Rules for Travelers
We're tracking ongoing changes and situations that can affect travel to Machu Picchu, Inca Trail hikes and other relevant destinations in South America. So check back from time to time. What do travelers need to know about navigating…
