So you’ve dreamed of going to Machu Picchu… and you’ve thought about hiking the Inca Trail… and you’re curious what it’s like? The Inca Trail is one of the world’s classic treks, and it is a fantastic experience for anyone willing to take the effort to make the trek. The traditional Inca Trail trek was […]
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Cusco’s Top 10 List: What to Do and What to Avoid
12
Jan
Jan
At the two-month anniversary of my arrival in Peru, I feel ready to offer a little unsolicited advice about what I recommend as do’s and don’ts before and during your trip to Cusco, Peru, and the surrounding area. Listed in no particular order, I’ll begin with my list of do’s. TOP TEN THINGS TO DO […]
25
Dec
Dec
Christmas celebrations everywhere have at least one common thread: a time for family and friends to gather together. But, the traditions we each have for celebrating can vary greatly (even from town to town). While shops in our cozy town of Bozeman are closing early, our friends down in Cusco are taking to the Plaza […]
When you arrive in Peru, or preferably before you even leave your house, let go of the need to adhere strictly to THE PLAN. In place of the tightly scheduled itinerary plotting your every move, write the words “roll with it” on a piece of paper (I think Buddhist philosophy refers to this way of […]
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Just How Rainy is Rainy Season in Cusco?
20
Jan
Jan
While there are generally two seasons in Cusco, a rainy one (November to April) and a dry one (May to October), this doesn’t really tell the full story of weather in the Cusco area. For instance, although December is technically within the rainy season, it’s still a very pleasant time to visit. February is […]