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Expert tips, destination guides, and stories from our adventures across South America. Get inspired for your next journey.
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 funerary towers of Necropolis found near the village of San Juan in the high desert. These b
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 in "playing."
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 for a reduced rate. This offer is for Peruvian nationals and foreigners. (on the official gover
Sample South America: how to eat like a local
Examples of the best freshly made foods I have sampled: (this is not meant to be a comprehensive list. There are many other foods and places to dine that are not listed)
Peru is Not Launching a New Route to Machu Picchu
Beginning with the new year January 1, 2016, came the news that the Peruvian office of The National Service of Natural Protected Areas (SERNANP) was launching a new route for hikers to Machu Picchu. It is called "Route 5." And is labeled a "new route and a whole new experience." It further states that 250 people per da
Trader Joe's Cookies big hit in Peruvian village
Before we departed to Peru for our big overland expedition into Manu Biosphere Reserve , I went to Trader Joe's where I saw my favorite seasonal cookies. The "astounding" multi-flavor Joe-Joes. You know the ones I'm talking about.
Travel to Machu Picchu: what could possibly go wrong?
Being aware of the many things that can happen along the way is the best preparation for your trip to Machu Picchu. This collection of information comes from real events from Adios Adventure Travel tour groups.
US Passport Renewal: Surge expected in 2017
Get ready! Here it comes and it's out of anyone's control. The US State Department is preparing for a tidal wave of passport renewals beginning in 2017 and early 2018. The reason?
Machu Picchu is NOT Closing for Maintenance in April 2016
The story that Machu Picch is closing for maintenance in April 2016 is not true. The original story written in Spanish was published on August 11, 2015 in Andina Agencia Peruana de Noticias and announced that Huayna Picchu Mountain would be closed for maintenance from April 1-15, 2016 and Machu Picchu Mountain would be
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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