Nov
18

Cusco, Peru – Quick Takes

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Cusco is the historic capital of the Inca Empire, and it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983. It is an absolutely beautiful city and a fantastic place to start my Inca Trail trip. Here a couple of my favourite places in Cusco: -    Yin Yang Therapeutic Massage: a wonderful treat after your…
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Nov
18

The Inca Trail – Quick Takes

The high altitude makes hiking difficult.

-This is a big hike, and I was a bit apprehensive at first about being able to keep up. I also worried about slowing up the group and feeling left out. But I really didn’t have to worry. The guides were all great about keeping the pressure off. One morning they let us start early…
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