
Why You Can't Resell Your Machu Picchu Entry Tickets
Recently I saw people trying to sell their Machu Picchu tickets on social media platforms. Surely people must realize that the tickets have their names and passport information printed on them. This information is to help Machu…

Which Circuit is the Best For the Classic Photo of Machu Picchu?
The fact that I'm asking this question should be an indication that not all of the 4 circuits at Machu Picchu are equal when it comes to photographing Machu Picchu ruins. Let me explain the situation. Machu Picchu visitors are…

How The Inca Trail Hike Permits and Machu Picchu Tickets Changed in 2022
Over the last few months, the Peruvian Ministry of Tourism and park authorities have been playing around with the tickets and permits at Machu Picchu. They whittled a little rule here, and carved out a chunk of regulation there,…

Machu Picchu for Stargazers and Dark Sky Enthusiasts
When the sun goes down in Peru, the sky comes alive with celestrial bodies that twinkle and even shoot across the sky. I'm not an expert astronomer, but I have personally experienced the eye-opening wonders of the night sky in…

Machu Picchu Dr: "All Tourists Need A Health Check Before Hiking Wayna Picchu"
On March 4, 2022, a 50 year old American tourist died after experiencing health problems while hiking up the famous Huayna Picchu Mountain inside the Machu Picchu national park. A team of security guards and the national police…

How Many People Visited Machu Picchu in 2021?
Numbers don't lie (unless someone fiddles with the raw data!) According to the Peruvian Ministry of Culture, in the year 2021, about 447,500 people flew to the Andes Mountains and jumped through all the logistical hoops of fire…

Why is There a Japanese Santa Clause in Machu Picchu?
Remember the lockdowns? You know what I'm talking about. When literally the entire world stopped functioning for weeks, and in some places, months. Machu Picchu closed in March 2020 and many tourists were stranded until they could…

Best Gifts for Eco-Groovy Travelers
Seasoned travelers know the importance of packing light. One of the most efficient uses of cherished luggage space is when 1 item has multiple uses. I realized that when I travel, I always take this bag and end up using it for…

New Hikes & Trails Open in Machu Picchu
If you didn't make it to Machu Picchu in 2021, don't worry. Although it was actually a great year to travel because of reduced crowds, (we had a few visitors who had the entire joint to themselves!) the future is looking good…

Peru: A Leading Adventure and Nature Lover's Destination
It shouldn't surprise anyone that travelers are craving experiences that focus on outdoor adventures and nature-based activities. The experts at Adventure Travel Trade Association report that adventure travel is on the road to…