Sample South America: how to eat like a local
"If it looks good, eat it," works great for TV shows about offbeat foods. But ordinary travelers should have some standards when it comes to making choices about where and how to sample local cuisine when traveling. From plucking…
Changes to Machu Picchu entrance rules in 2015: it's not what you think
Are changes happening to entrance fees at Machu Picchu? Yes. The office of Ministerio de Cultura in Peru has made changes to entrance tickets to Machu Picchu. They offer an "afternoon" ticket which allows entry daily at 1300…
The Back Door to Machu Picchu: what you need to know
Avoid the crowds and enjoy the best of Peruvian nature: high altitude pass, hot springs, small coffee plantations, and views of Machu Picchu from the secluded valley behind the ruins. Here's what you need to know: trip…
Our Top 10 "Sticks & Stones" Adventure Destinations for Families
Check out these adventure travel destinations for families. Awaken your child's awareness and appreciation for nature. Let them play in the sand or skip pebbles in the creek. Adventure trips like these may revive your kids interest…
How to prepare for travel in Bolivia (part II)
(Here's the link to Bolivia Travel Part 1) Bolivia abounds with mini-adventures reachable by car. You can divide the country into 3 zones if you like. The highlands, which includes La Paz, Potosi, Uyuni and the Salt Flats.…
Travel to Machu Picchu: what could possibly go wrong?
Being aware of the many things that can happen along the way is the best way to prepare for your trip to Machu Picchu. This collection of information comes from real events from Adios Adventure Travel tour groups. Top 5 areas…
Necropolis: the coolest place you never heard of in Bolivia
What do you know about Bolivia? You may be familiar with the Uyuni Salt Flats and the silver mines in Potosi. Many people have heard of the Sun and Moon Islands on Lake Titicaca. But very few have heard of the high desert coral…
How to prepare for travel in Bolivia (part I)
Your adventure to Bolivia begins with a landing at the airport in El Alto. A whopping 14,000 ft/4267 m above sea level. Even if you cross at a border town, the altitude is 12,500 ft/3810 m. It's quite convenient, if you don't…
Lake Titicaca Homestays - Amantani or Luqina?
Just one day of travel by bus, train or plane, and travelers from Cusco, Peru can arrive in Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca. After an overnight in a fairly comfortable hotel, it's possible to spend the next day exploring…
How to plan your destination wedding to Machu Picchu
What happens when big life-changing event meets epic, trip of a lifetime? A destination wedding in Machu Picchu, Peru is born. It's quite easy to arrange. US and Canadian citizens, and people from many other countries, only need…
