Tag: South America

  • Our Last International Performances

    Our Last International Performances

    While in Cusco, we wanted to learn more about the culture of Peru. What better way to do this, than to experience some traditional Peruvian music and dance? As we were walking around the city, we came across one of the last Incan descendants demonstrating traditional music.  He was dressed in Incan attire and was playing a…

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  • Delicious Peruvean Eats

    Delicious Peruvean Eats

    Well, here is our last food post of the trip….and what a way to finish up!  The food in Peru was both interesting and delicious. We honestly didn’t find the time to do any official cooking lessons while there, but we did have the opportunity to try lots of different traditional dishes as well as…

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  • Original Ollantaytambo

    Original Ollantaytambo

    After an incredible time on the Lares Trek and Machu Picchu, we were ready for some down time and the town of Ollantaytambo was exactly what we needed. The area is the best example of what Incan towns used to be like. Thankfully, the Spanish never bothered with Ollantaytambo and as a result, it was not damaged…

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  • Lares Pass – Day 3

    Lares Pass – Day 3

    “Wow, I was so much warmer last night!” said Katina as she opened the zipper to the tent and watched the frost flake away.  I guess the investment in the hat, scarf and gloves really paid off! Our second night’s sleep had been quite restful and we were certainly warmer.  After a nice hot cup…

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  • “We’re climbing how high?”

    “We’re climbing how high?”

    I have to say, that first night of camping was COLD!  Even with the -17C sleeping bags, we were a bit chilly.  How do we combat this?  With gear!  My ears were starting to go numb, so I decided it would be a good investment to purchase a hat with some lovely ear flaps.  Katina…

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