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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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