Entering the visitors gate into Machu Picchu leads you down a path with a wall made of rock on your left and views of distant mountains on your right. Climbing up a carved set of stairs you step out into a opening and the picture above is your first glimpse of the Inca stronghold. ItContinue reading “First impression Machu Picchu, Peru”
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Lima Beach From El Malecón
Lima beach in Miraflores, Peru viewed from the amazing El Malecón. Imagine eleven miles of beautiful beaches laid out right next to metropolitan Lima. The beaches are below a rugged coastline capped by a fantastic trail along its cliff tops called El Malecón. The Miraflores section boasts a large, upscale shopping center, several beautiful parksContinue reading “Lima Beach From El Malecón”
Wildlife Of The Galápagos Islands
The Galápagos are a magnet to travelers and nature lovers from all around the world. They’re drawn by stories of an unspoiled place where exotic animals are everywhere and people roam freely among them. At least that seems to be the image most people have. The truth may be a little different though. The mystiqueContinue reading “Wildlife Of The Galápagos Islands”
In Search Of The Blue Footed Booby
If most people were to guess which is the most iconic animal in the Galapagos it would probably be the Galapagos tortoise or maybe the marine iguana. If the gift shops in San Cristobal are any indication it would appear the overwhelming winner is actually the blue footed booby. Maybe it’s the name – theContinue reading “In Search Of The Blue Footed Booby”
The Heart Of Cusco, Peru
Nestled in the Andes of Peru above 11,000 feet is the old capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco. Boasting a population of around a half million the city’s biggest draw is that it is the gateway to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. If your plan has you passing through Cusco on your way toContinue reading “The Heart Of Cusco, Peru”
San Cristobal, Galapagos
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal, Galapagos Most people planning on visiting the Galapagos will discover that a flight from Ecuador to San Cristobal with a few nights in a hotel is the most reasonably priced option. Taking a cruise around the Galapagos in many cases will start at $10,000 per person and can actually costContinue reading “San Cristobal, Galapagos”
The Intentional Travelers 