4 things the internet doesn’t want you to know about Machu Picchu
When I was planning my trip to Machu Picchu, I had trouble figuring out what I needed to know. For once, the internet was not all that useful. There were […]
Category Archives: Peru
To spa or not to spa: Best spa hotels around the world
I was asked to submit one hotel — just one! — for this roundup of Best spa hotels from around the world for Boutique Travel. It was not an easy […]
You’re planning your Peru trip all wrong
Lately I’ve been hearing about a lot of people planning trips to Peru. Even when booking a packaged tour, I’m frequently surprised by their itineraries. They first stay in Cusco, and […]
Responsible / sustainable tourism
What is responsible tourism? Responsible tourism is about making places better to live in, and therefore also better to visit. It’s usually pretty easy, if you’re aware of the consequences […]
Illegal passport stamps
Did you know that some countries make it illegal for their citizens to have unofficial entry/exit stamps in their passports? Luckily this isn’t the case for Canada so I had […]
How to save cash in Cusco (for Canadian Traveller magazine)
Saving money when you travel isn’t just good for you, it can be good for the local economy too. My How to save cash in Cusco article, for the winter 2015-16 print edition of […]
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