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Easy Covid Testing for US-Bound Travelers Going to Machu Picchu
Here's what travelers to Peru need to know about vaccination status. What is the definition of "fully vaccinated" for foreigners heading to Peru? Do vaccinated foreigners need to show a negative covid test to board domestic flights in Peru? Find out below the list of resources to use to determine the documents you need
What You Need to Know about Traveling to Patagonia Chile After the Pandemic
While we have all been looking under the bed for our dusty suitcases and outdated passports, the country of Chile throttled their post-pandemic reopening in a single action. Chile skipped the gradual steps of reopening that I've seen other countries take. What exactly did Chile do and how does this affect foreigners? T
Foodie Vacations in South America
Eat. Drink. Be merry. On your next vacation. Food adventures in South America are hot! Peru has emerged as one of the most world-renowned destinations for travelers who enjoy exploring local culture with their tastebuds, while on the way to Machu Picchu! And Ecuador is not far behind with their mix of micro-climates an
Can Vaccinated Americans Travel to Machu Picchu?
The answer is yes. But the real truth is that any healthy person can travel to Machu Picchu. All visitors must show proof of covid vaccination, or a negatice covid test taken right before their flight to Lima, Peru, or proof of recovery from covid-19.
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 Picchu ticket holders and those people looking to buy Machu Picchu tickets, to understand th
Machu Picchu for Stargazers and Dark Sky Enthusiasts
When the sun goes down in Peru, the sky comes alive with celestial 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 Peru. And I learned that you don't have to be a pro. Even beginners can enjoy the show.
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.
The Single Most Important Thing You Need to Enter Machu Picchu
It's not altitude meds, reusable water bottles or sturdy, flat-soled shoes. All of which are recommended. (Altitude meds are optional. Machu Picchu tops out around 8000 ft. / 2438 m. Which is not much compared to Cusco at 11000 ft / 3350 m.) By the time you go through Cusco and the Sacred Valley, which will squander ab
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 mind traveling by bus to enter Bolivia from Peru after your visit to the Floating Reed Islands
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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