Enjoy a Chocolate Class in Cusco
I love chocolate, it's one of life's great pleasures. So when I had the opportunity to take a chocolate cooking class whilst I was in Cusco I couldn't say no. Choco Museo is located two [...]
Ballestas Islands, Peru – Are they really the Poor Man’s Galapagos?
Located off the coast of Paracas in Peru, Ballestas Islands are often referred to by many as the poor man's Galapagos. An island sanctuary for many animals, Ballestas Islands are only accessible by boat and [...]
Diabetic Adjusting to High Altitude Living
High altitude affects some people more than others. Headaches, nausea and tiredness are common in people who first arrive at heights over 2500 metres. I've been fortunate that I haven't really suffered from altitude sickness, [...]
Exploring the Markets of Cusco
The markets of Cusco are an eclectic mix of products, food, colors and people. Every Saturday stalls fill the streets of the 'market area' of old town Cusco. Packed with local sellers and shoppers the [...]
Sandboarding in Huacachina
Located 10 minutes from the city of Ica in the middle of mountainous sand dunes Huacachina, Peru is an oasis in the desert...literally. A small town built around a naturally formed lagoon Huacachina is known [...]
Guayaquil to Lima with Cruz Del Sur
This week was big for me. I finally left my beloved Ecuador and also took my first overnight bus in this crazy continent where buses are the best way to get around. But as it [...]
Enjoying the Older South American Crowd
I’ve been traveling through South America for almost three months now and in every hostel, hotel or tour I’ve pleasantly discovered a mix of traveler age groups. South America, refreshingly, is not filled with eighteen [...]
Loving Lima
I've spent the past week in downtown/central Lima and I have to say that I really like it. Before arriving I'd heard differing opinions from those who had already passed through, and surprisingly most people [...]