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How to Get Delta Airlines Benefits on Your Latam Airline Bookings
In case you haven't heard, Delta Airlines and Latam Airlines are now good buddies. In other words, they are joint venture partners. This means they have each other's backs. I recently traveled to Peru and used my Delta miles to book my international flights to Lima, as well as the local flight in Peru between Lima and
Latam Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: How Will This Affect Travelers?
Due to the exceptional circumstances affecting the travel industry, on May 26, 2020, Latam Airlines filed to reorganize the company under Chapter 11 protection in the US. Ttravel restrictions caused by covid-19 have affected every business entity regardless of size, and Latam is one of many. Airlines around the world a
Machu Picchu Trains: Virtual Tour and Information
Everyone who goes to Machu Picchu, must take a train at some point. Even hikers take the train for the return journey to Cusco because the Inca Trail hike is one direction only. And it's not surprising that there's confusion about train service to Machu Picchu. The internet is not always your friend. Apparently, neithe
The One Experience That Every Traveler Can Expect on Their Trip to Machu Picchu
What "experience" am I talking about? Every single traveler regardless of your age, income or occupation can expect daily interactions with street vendors and micro-business enterprises everywhere you go in Peru. I do mean everywhere. The Peru economy is made up of a plethora of industrious citizens who support themsel
Adventures in Flying to Machu Picchu: Avoid These Mistakes
Which airlines are the best? When is the best time to fly? Can you get direct flights to Machu Picchu? Are there alternative modes of transport? Can you get flights to Machu Picchu from Lima? Can visitors book helicopter tours to Machu Picchu? And possibly one of the most important questions, "Does it matter what fligh
Miraculous Availability for Inca Trail Hiking Permits in Summer 2023
When I say miraculous, here's what I mean. We haven't seen anything like this, in forever! Probably at least since hikers have been required to get permits. Here it is the month of June and permits to hike the 4 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu are still available in August! This is not normal. We have a pretty good idea
Looking for a Travel Companion to South America?
It's not only cheaper to travel with a buddy, it can be safer too. You're not alone. There are thousands of buddies out there searching for people like you. How can travel companions find each other? And now we have the extra complex issue of how to travel after covid-19. JOIN THESE SMALL GROUPS. Link to Adios Adventur
What to Know About Traveling to Machu Picchu After Protests
With protests in Peru winding down and the restoration of supply chains well under way, what do travelers need to know about planning trips to Machu Picchu? The first thing to be aware of is that no one can ever guarantee there won't be interruptions during trips to Peru, whether you plan it next week or next year. Her
The Questionable Story About The Protests and Closing of Machu Picchu
Written by Vidal Jaquehua. Co-founder and co-owner of Adios Adventure Travel.
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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