Best Honeymoon Hikes in Peru
We compiled a list of the best honeymoon hikes in Peru. From easy to hard, and short to long, there are many choices to fit every budget and ability. The rainy season in Peru is from December through early April. It doesn't…
Bolivia border visa: essential information for US Citizens
It was good while it lasted. After former president Evo Morales was "run out of town" in late 2019, US citizens were no longer required to obtain a visa upon entry to Bolivia. However. politics being what it is, a lot has happened.…
Peru 2017: Teacher Strike Update
August 29, 2107 Update: At this time the teacher strike has tapered off and is not affecting travel to Machu Picchu. Since the new rules for half day entry tickets went in to effect on July 1, the biggest delays are the waiting…
Adios Adventure Travel Women's Adventures: Machu Picchu and more
For Women Who Explore. If you're looking for a small group tour operator to organize your women-only guided vacations and trips to South America, please call our US office in Virginia. Adios Adventure Travel was founded by me,…
Machu Picchu travel disruptions: what to expect
Whether it's a local strike, bad weather, unexpected illness or other random misfortune, interruptions can occur on any trip to Machu Picchu at any time during the year. (even before covid struck!) Due to the remote location,…
1-Day Guide Service to Machu Picchu
What is the status of the regulation that states you need a tour guide to enter Machu Picchu? In 2022 announcements were posted on the official Machu Picchu government website recommending that visitors should hire a tour guide…
Adventure Travel Job Opening: Work in Cusco, Peru
We're happy to report that the job has been filled. Are you passionate about travel and tourism? Do you want to learn about the hospitality industry? Are you looking for practical experience in tourism? Adios Adventure Travel…
How Many Miles will an Airline Compensate You for Fainting on a Flight?
It was never my intention to find out the answer to that question. But if you guessed 20,000 miles, you are correct. Let me make it clear that Delta Airlines in no way caused me to faint on my flight from Lima, Peru to Atlanta.…
Machu Picchu Ticket Changes: Half Day is Still Better than None
Peru government launched a new website in December 2018 with new rules for booking tickets. Tickets for entry to Machu Picchu in 2019 are now offered by the hour. Link to updated story about entry to Machu Picchu after covid-19. (updated…
Mudslide Leads to Temporary Detour of 1-Day Inca Trail Hike
On Friday March 24, 2017, a mudslide occurred on the 1 day Inca Trail. The location of the falling earth was just below the waterfall which is between Chachabamba and Winay Wayna ruins. That portion of the trail has been temporarily…
