Horseshoe Bend: An Iconic Southwest View
The area around Page, Arizona and Lake Powell is packed with incredible desert views, and Horseshoe Bend is definitely one of the most iconic. Hiking there is easy, it sits…
Isla de la Plata Tour: A Taste of the Galapagos
Some of the world’s most incredible wildlife thrive on the coasts and isles of Ecuador and in the surrounding waters. Of course, the main attraction is the Galapagos Islands, but…
Maras and Moray: Picturesque Salt Mines and Incan Agricultural Terraces
The Sacred Valley outside of Cusco holds many modern and ancient treasures that make it quite the interesting place to spend time while visiting this area of Peru. The town…
The Grand Canyon: Visiting the North Rim
Summer is around the corner and the North Rim of the Grand Canyon will soon open up. As soon as the snow melts enough and the road into the park…
Cusco Ruins in a Day: Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Q’enqo, & Sacsayhuaman
When most people think of the Incas, Machu Picchu comes to mind. But, the Incans had a vast empire that stretched from southern Peru all the way into Bolivia and…
The Grand Canyon: Hitting the North Rim Viewpoints
Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the United States. While the South Rim is the far more popular area to visit, we are…
Boleto Turistico: Getting Your Cusco Tourist Ticket
While many visit Cusco mainly to see the nearby Machu Picchu, there is so much to do in the area that shouldn’t be missed. Luckily, the city has put together…
Pisac Ruins: Walking the Agricultural Terraces and Stairs of the Incas
Cusco’s Sacred Valley is full of ancient sites that represent the rich history of the Incan civilization that occupied the area beginning around 700 years ago. There are many ruins…
Exploring Valley of Fire in a Day
Out of the vast stretch of plain, beige desert around Las Vegas jut the vibrant rocks of Valley of Fire State Park. This park is an absolute must-see if you…
Samaipata Animal Refuge: A Second Chance at Zoologico el Refugio
Animal refuges have sprung up in the various jungle regions of Bolivia to help orphaned or illegally captured exotic Bolivian wildlife. During our stay in Samaipata, we headed just outside…