The South American nation of Peru has long been attracting adventurous travellers to its shores. Machu Picchu remains the highlight, with visitors from around the world flocking to see the Lost City of the Incas. In 2000, the site was deservedly named as one of the...
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Peru is a highlight of any trip to South America. With attractions like Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and the Colca Valley, you’re sure to find yourself with plenty to see and do in Peru.
They’re Done Playing Second Fiddle: The Forgotten Highlights You Need to Visit (10 minute read)
Nearly every destination that you could wish to visit has that one main attraction. The one on the front of all the brochures. The one that gets shared endlessly on social media. And the one that all your friends and family are jealous of you for...
5 things that we can’t wait to be doing again in 2021 (8 minute read)
There’s no denying that 2020 hasn’t been the best year for travel, with the COVID-19 pandemic severely limiting our ability to explore new places. Whilst being stuck at home has been quite boring, it has also given us plenty of time to think about what we’ve...
Our top 20 destinations for 2020
With 2020 now upon us and everyone around us dusting off those bucket lists to see where to travel to this year, we’ve put our heads together to come up with our top destinations we think you should visit in 2020. 20. Bhutan Bhutan only opened...
5 things to see and do in Peru
Peru is a country so huge and varied that you’ll never fit everything in in one trip. To help you decide what to do first, I’ve given you my list of the top 5 things to see and do in Peru. 1. Rainbow Mountain This one is...
The Alternative Trek to Machu Picchu You Need To Know About
Set high in the Andes mountains, the spectacular Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is Peru’s biggest attraction. Considered one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World’, these famous ruins are a must-see for anyone travelling in South America and are typically reached by hiking the stunning...
Top 10 Sunrise Spots Around the World
Whether you’re an early riser or not, nothing beats starting your day with a view of the sunrise. Especially when you’re travelling in destinations with iconic monuments or stunning natural landscapes. From the gleaming white Taj Mahal to otherworldly Cappadocia in Turkey, here’s our pick of...
Introducing Choquequirao: The Next Machu Picchu
Whilst Machu Picchu steals the limelight as Peru’s most famous ancient site, the country boasts many more Incan ruins that are also worthy of your attention. Often described as the lesser-known sister of Machu Picchu, Choquequirao is thought to be the next sensation when it comes to...
Eight Christmas Dishes From Around the World
There are plenty of traditions when it comes to Christmas. From decorating the tree and hanging up stockings, to sending cards and singing carols. Yet one of the traditions most eagerly awaited has to be Christmas dinner. No matter where you may live in the world,...
Six Lesser-Known Destinations in Peru
When you think of Peru, an image of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is most likely the first thing that springs to mind. As the best known archaeological site not only of Peru, but of South America, Machu Picchu draws up to 2,500 people a...