I don’t remember how we came to know about Foz Do Iguacu. But once we saw photos of it, we decided to tack it on to our Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu trip on our way to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil from Arequipa, Peru. Now, let me set the stage for you. The photos you […]

Staying in Aguas Calientes We opted to stay in Aguas Calientes for three full days, one of which was our Machu Picchu Trek. Yes I say trek. It was not a tour, we were alone, and it was five hours of hiking up hill. You’ll see. WORTH IT though. As for Aguas Calientes. We were […]

What to do in Cusco Cusco’s main square is where it’s at. It is gorgeous, especially on a day like when these photos were taken. This is a short one. Because to be honest, we just went to Cusco to acclimate for Machu Pacchu, do a tour or two, and move on to Aguas Calients […]

This is my rendition of the Colca Canyon two day trek. Don’t let the smile fool you… When you research Arequipa Peru or things to do in Peru, Colca Canyon hike will inevitably come up as one of the suggested “activities.”  While the Andes Mountains are gorgeous, and the overall experience is probably “worth it;” […]

Arequipa is a small mountain town in Peru that has a temperature of 72-77, amazing gastronomy, and the kindest people in the world. Nate and I lived here for one month between June and July. Despite our feelings while flying in – dry desert surrounding, and what looked to be shanty housing – Arequipa stole […]

How we’ve been traveling the world. It’s old news that world travel is VERY doable these days. You don’t need to be rich and you don’t need to have any previous experience. With the internet, airbnb, and the use of wifi all over the world to search the best food, hidden gems, cheapest flights and […]