Laurel Thompson, Author at Luxury Travel to Peru, Galapagos & Bolivia

In part 2 of the blog series, Strange and Interesting Facts about Machu Picchu, we’ll present you with some more little-known tidbits to further...

There are many intriguing reasons why a visit to Machu Picchu should be an integral part of your trip to Peru. As the most visited site in Peru...

Yet again, Machu Picchu has laid claim to the prestigious Best Tourist Attraction Award, as defined by the World Travel Awards. This is the third...

Altitude Sickness, or soroche (as it is known in the Andes) can vary greatly in its severity, and it should not be taken lightly. Soroche does not...

If you love colorful celebrations, June is the month to plan your trip to Peru – the Jubilee month in Cusco! 1. Hayhuarikuy Where: Plaza de Armas...

The Peruvian yearly calendar is loaded with festivals and events full of local color, music, dancing, and the chance to sample Peru’s famous...

Peruvians know how to celebrate, and their yearly calendar is loaded with festivals and events replete with local color, music, dancing, food and...

Among the Andean communities of Peru and other South American countries, Christmas gift-giving often occurs on January 6th, The Epiphany or Three...

Have you planned a trip to Peru for the New Year? Then you may find yourself witnessing some different and interesting practices. Throughout Latin...

In this 4th installment of our series on Christmas in South America, we will give you a glimpse into how Christmas is celebrated in Ecuador. A...