Think Machu Picchu is the only showstopper? Think again. Tucked between Cusco and the cloud-kissed Andes are ancient sites most travelers skip—but shouldn’t. If you’re planning your first Peru trip, start with my solo travel planning guide to get the logistics right. From cliffside temples to Incan engineering marvels, the Sacred Valley ruins will leave…
Ever wondered what altitude sickness really feels like in Cusco?Let me be your cautionary tale. Having lived sea level most of my life, I knew I might be sensitive to high altitude—but I still wasn’t ready for what hit me. Despite taking prescribed meds ahead of time (hello, past trauma from nosebleeds and fainting in…
Have you ever dreamed of walking in the footsteps of pharaohs? Standing beneath the Great Pyramids of Giza was a breathtaking moment I’ll never forget. These massive ancient structures have survived for over 4,500 years, and when you’re standing next to them, you truly feel the weight of history! My journey through Egypt continued to…