In Costa Rica, you are at the mercy of the elements more so than in other places, I feel. We visited Costa Rica in mid June, which is the beginning of the rainy season. I imagined the rainy season means a quick shower every day in the afternoon, like other tropical places we've been. That may be true for other parts of the country, but the ...
A week in Costa Rica { Part 1 }
With its amazing wildlife, pristine nature, and thrilling outdoor activities, Costa Rica captured our hearts forever. For one unforgettable week we soaked up the pura vida lifestyle of Costa Rica as best we could, and immersed ourselves in nature, like never before. Pictures, or even videos cannot come close to conveying the magic of Costa Rica. ...
The Amazon Rainforest
Our journey through Peru culminated with a thrilling visit to the Amazon jungle, a destination we were eagerly anticipating. After a short flight from Cusco, we arrived at Puerto Maldonado, a small port town that served as the starting point of our rainforest adventure. Peru has two primary ports of entry to the Amazon jungle, with Iquitos in the ...
Hiking the Quarry trail to Machu Picchu
Hiking the Quarry trail to Machu Picchu - the story of our 3-day hiking adventure in the beautiful Andes, via the alternative route to Machu Picchu When it comes to visiting Machu Picchu, you really have two basic options: if you're a more adventurous traveler, you can embark on a 3-day hike along the famous Inca trail which ends at Machu ...
The Sacred Valley of the Incas
The Sacred Valley of the Incas will charm you with its idyllic views, rich culture, and some of the best preserved Inca ruins in Peru. ...
Exploring Cusco – the ancient capital of the Inka empire
Exploring Cusco - the ancient capital of the Inka empire, with its unique history, multifaceted culture and amazing food, was one of the highlights of our trip to Peru, and I highly recommend that you spend a few full days there. ...