Prehistoric lakes. Rare flamingos. Otherworldly vistas. The Uyuni Salt Flats and Atacama Desert is no doubt, an unforgettable trip. It’s also one of the most grueling. Jungle trekking through the Amazon seemed like a cakewalk in…
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Experiencing the Amazon at a Bolivian eco-lodge was a humble reminder of the beauty and fragility of nature. After navigating frenetic La Paz and surviving the harrowing journey on the Death Road, we couldn’t wait to…
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Located in the Andes Mountains, La Paz is the world’s highest administrative capital at 12,000 feet above sea level. Situated in a bowl-like valley, this colorful, crazy city is a fascinating place to visit. From Fighting…
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According to ancient Incan history, Isla del Sol is the birthplace of the Sun God. As if this place needed any more mystical vibes. At almost six miles long, Isla del Sol (a.k.a. “Island of the…
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Situated on the Bolivian shore of Lake Titicaca, Copacabana is a picturesque town with pastel buildings and beautiful vistas. The lakeside town is also the original inspiration behind Rio de Janiero’s famed beach of the same…
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Taquile is one of 40 inhabited islands in Lake Titicaca, situated on the border of Peru and Bolivia. Taquile is best known for its beautiful textile art and community of knitting men. The island and its…
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Amantani, a tranquil island in Lake Titicaca, was the site of our first overseas homestay. In Puno, we arranged an overnight stay with an island family. By going through a local organization with no government or…
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For hundreds of years, the Uros Indians have lived on 40 or so manmade islands in Lake Titicaca. The indigenous Andean people believe the lake to be the birthplace of civilization and as such, a sacred…
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Colca Canyon is considered the Grand Canyon of Peru, but much more challenging to access. Traveling from Arequipa, we opted for the cheapest, most traditional way to Cabanaconde, the town closest to Colca Canyon. This turned out…
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Picturesque squares, wide boulevards and cosmopolitan flair give Arequipa a different vibe than the rest of Peru. Known as “The White City”, Arequipa is the second largest city in Peru. It has an upscale, European feel…