Taking the Inca Rail back to Cusco…
Taking Inca Rail After hiking Machu Picchu and *the almost top of* Wayna Picchu, as discussed in my last Peru post, we headed back to the Hostel. We did take time out for a massage which was worth the pit…
Taking the boat the Lochleven Castle
Lochleven Castle This is the castle that held Mary, Queen of Scots prisoner and where there was a “jailbreak” and she escaped under the cover of night. Read here to learn about Mary and her prison. With all the…
The Machu Picchu experience
Amazing I have to tell you, after coming down from Wayna Picchu, I really felt sort of sad, because I really wanted to see more of Machu Picchu. Joyce and I were pooped out from the hike or climb and…
So you want to climb Wayna Picchu? Are you sure? Just checking.
Wayna Picchu the Mountain Let’s talk mountains. Wayna Picchu is a mountain. It is not a hill, nor a hike, it is a mountain climb. Talk about a challenge! For many, it is a challenge in their personal lives to…
The unequivocal Machu Picchu
So you think you can just hike Machu Picchu Well, I am sure you can, but let’s be clear, this is not your average hike. Not really sure if this is a hike, I like to call it a mountain…
Outlander Fan? Falkland is the place to visit
Outlander! The book series is just the thing we women need to solidify our crushes on incredibly handsome, strong, virile highlander men! Oh my! Well, just so you know, Falkland is not in Outlander, but it is used as a…
Breezy day in Aguas Caliente
Sunday The day for rest or exploring a little, lunch with friends and preparing for Machu Picchu. Wait! There is really no preparing for Machu Picchu if you’re not an outdoor enthusiast but that is for the next post. …
The train to Machu Picchu
Inca Rail The boarding process was pretty simple, but keep in mind, you should buy your ticket ahead of time and at the Cusco airport you have to provide your emailed copy with your PASSPORT, people the passport is a…
Starting the journey to Machu Picchu
What can I do in a week? As I sit here in Ollantaytambo Inca Rail train station waiting room whew that was a mouthful, I am caressed by a gentle breeze, traditional music in the background and a cup of…
