Peru

Llama grazing the terraces with Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu in the distance

30 Machu Picchu Pictures That Will Make You Want to Get On A Plane to Peru

Pictures of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, were what inspired us to visit Peru in the first place. A picture is worth…

Steep stone stairs leading up the ancient Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley, Peru, showing traditional dry-stone masonry and agricultural terraces under a blue sky.

12 of the Best Reasons to Visit Ollantaytambo Peru (Things to Do and Eat)

Ollantaytambo is the gateway to Machu Picchu for many visitors to the Sacred Valley of Peru. Why should you stay in Ollantaytambo instead of other…

A vibrant blue colonial-style wooden door in Cusco, Peru, decorated with traditional flower-shaped metal studs and a rustic iron latch.

The Best Things to Do in Cusco on a 3 Day Itinerary

Three days in Cusco is a fantastic finale to a two-week trip to Peru. We visited Cusco (also known as Cuzco thanks to the Spanish…

Historic architecture in Lima city center showing a traditional pedestrian passage with a decorative iron roof structure and the Peruvian flag.

All the Best Things to Do in Lima on a 3-Day Trip

What is there to see in Lima Peru? Is Lima safe to visit? Is Lima even worth visiting? These were questions that we asked ourselves…