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10 unique animals of the Galapagos Islands

December 10th, 2018Roxy Pratley1 Comment

A cruise to the famed Galapagos Islands is a once in a lifetime opportunity and a mecca for wildlife buffs. The archipelagos consists of 20 islands with only 4 being inhabited. Going on a Galapagos tour is like walking into a David Attenborough documentary! And the animals here are not your ordinary type - they are very unique, many only being found in this part of the world. A Galapagos tour is a great chance to get up close and personal with rare animals -...

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10 things you should know before visiting Machu Picchu

November 27th, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

Permits? Check. Hiking gear? Check. Passport? Check. If you're planning to book a trip to Peru, looked at the different ways to reach Machu Picchu and feel ready to go then think again. We've put together ten handy points you should know before you set of on your big Peruvian adventure.

1. You don't need to hike to visit Machu Picchu

Whenever there's mention of visiting the iconic Machu Picchu, it's natural to assume there's only one way to get there. Through...

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4 things you should definitely do when you visit Cusco

November 23rd, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

What was once known as the ancient capital of the Incas is now bursting with so much culture, tradition and a legacy that dates back to the 15th Century, you won't wan't to miss out on a visit! Don't let the 3,399m eleveation put you off as this iconic city is bursting with plenty to see and do.

1. Market shopping

One of the greatest things about Cusco is its rustic charm that reflects the city's history and tradition. Unlike Peru's larger cities such as Lima,...

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Food and drinks of Peru

November 22nd, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

When you think of Peru, what cuisine do you associate with it? Heavy on the meats and veg? Or does it perhaps resemble Mexican cuisine? After visiting Lima which is known as the culinary capital of South America, we shortlisted some of our favourite and most fascinating drinks, ingredients and dishes we recommend trying for yourself when visiting this Andean treasure of a country.

Chicha Morada

Originally made from purple corn, this refreshing drink is packed full...

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5 Things you didn’t know about Lima

November 21st, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

Welcome to the bustling capital city of Peru. Here you will come across pretty much anything you can expect from a large city, including amazing restaurants selling local cuisine, colonial architecture, busy shopping districts and a vibrant nightlife. But what about those hidden unexpected treasures that you didn't know you could do?

1. You can hang out with cats

At the heart of the Miraflores district you will find Kennedy park. Named after John. F. Kennedy,...

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Journey to the Amazon Jungle

November 20th, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

When it comes to travel or even thinking about where to travel next, few probably think to consider visiting the Amazon Jungle. With such a remote location in the world that covers an area of 2,300,000 square miles of rainforest filled with a rich variety of biodiversity, it's unbelivable to think that you could have an opportunity to catch even a glimpse of such a different but intriguing part of the world that we live in.

Naturally with the Amazon Jungle being so impressively large,...

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My Inca Journey: The Inca Trail diaries

November 19th, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

We’ve all heard that famous saying of: “It’s not about the destination, but the journey.” Well I would say that when it comes to the Inca Trail, it’s most definitely about both. Apart from the research done around what was the best time to visit Machu Picchu and what to pack, I decided to go into the Inca Trail and Peru as a whole with an open mind. I wanted to be surprised and make up my own mind on whether this truly was one of the world’s greatest hikes and why it’s...

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What to pack for the Inca Trail

November 12th, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

I’ve recently returned from an incredible two weeks in Peru, naturally booking myself on to do the famous Inca Trail as part of my trip. Like the majority of travellers, I’d searched online and asked around for tips on what to pack for a four-day adventure that would take me to the lost city of the Incas.

A question I’ve often been asked is why Peru? And why the Inca Trail? What’s so special about this country and this experience that’s so talked about in the travel...

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Peruvian Tacu Tacu recipe

October 11th, 2018Carolina Ortiz0 Comments

Peruvian cuisine might not be on the map in the same way as some of its Latin American neighbours, things are set to change and there’s a lot to shout about. It has a strong identity, whilst empanadas might be Latin American thoroughfare Peruvian dishes are uniquely Peruvian and brilliantly diverse. Not surprising when you consider that Peru has 30 microclimates ranging over the Sechura Desert into the Andes and onto the Amazon jungle.

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Top 10 Reasons Why We Love Tailor-made Tours

July 17th, 2018Anneka Buckle0 Comments

Did you know we don't just do group tours? We also have a dedicated Tailor-made department who can help you plan a bespoke trip in Latin America or Asia. Whether you want to customise one of our group tours or have something completely different in mind, our team can help you create an exclusive adventure. Read our top 10 reasons why we love Tailor-made tours!

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Our Tailor-made team are...