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Should Kids Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu: Parent Checklist
Yes! Kids should hike the 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. But like adults, there are some instances where they should not. We provide a checklist for parents to determine if your child is ready.
Why There's No Emergency at Machu Picchu Citadel August 19, 2026
The "emergency" you see in news reports is regarding a small town on the outskirts of Machu Picchu district. Do not confuse Machu Picchu district with Machu Picchu Citadel. They're about 40 km apart.
Strange Inca Houses Hiding in Plain Sight at Machu Picchu
This could be the most important thing no one ever talks about at Machu Picchu. Why did the Inca build special structures with low ceilings at Machu Picchu? Strange houses hiding in plain sight. Anyone can see these houses on their visit to Machu Picchu.
When are Machu Picchu Online Entry Tickets Available Each Year?
Starting every year in January, the official Machu Picchu government website (TuBoleto) releases all the tickets through December 31, in batches. This is why enty tickets are only available one year at a time.
How Often is Train Service to Machu Picchu Disrupted?
I did a dive into the stats for the last 5 years to find out just how many times trains to Machu Picchu were suspended or significantly delayed. It's not as bad as you think it is
How to Prepare for Train Service Interruptions if You're Planning a Trip to Machu Picchu
Train service is the single most important factor for getting to the middle of the Andes Mountains on your trip to Machu Picchu. This is because when there's interruptions, delays or suspensions, there's literally no alternative transportation.
Train Service to Machu Picchu Suspended Due to Fire and Rockslide on August 4, 2026
Perurail and Inca Rail announced that all train service is suspended immediately on August 4, 2026 from the village of Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu, due to forest fire and rock slide located near KM 107.
There is One Simple Solution to Improve Conditions at Machu Picchu
What's the problem with conditions at Machu Picchu? So many people have showed up to buy one of the 1000 per day in-person tickets, that they are selling tickets in person for future dates that are sometimes 3-4 days later. That's the problem right there.
On the way to Machu Picchu? What to do if your luggage gets lost
Finally, you're on the way to Machu Picchu. You board your international flight and arrive in Lima, but your checked luggage does not show up. What can you do? Adios Adventure Travel offers strategies to help prevent your luggage from being lost, and instructions on what to do when it happens.
Qosqo Tales
Our local guides are Andean natives with a passion for bringing their Qechua culture to life. Here are three Andean legends they translated so you can connect with their roots before experiencing the culture for yourself.
Children of the Sun
The Story of the Origin of the People of the Andes
Valicha: A Tale of My Mother's Famed Chicha Brewery in the Andes Mountains
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