Category Archives: South America

Peru, Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu Pueblo

Posted on 01/06/2026 by Craig

Aguas Calientes is a tiny town, nestled between two mountain sides with a river running through the center.  If it didn’t serve as the launch point for all Machu Picchu tours, I’m not sure if would exist.  And that alone, … Continue reading →

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Isla Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Posted on 01/06/2026 by Craig

Santa Cruz is the most famous of the Galapagos Islands, and the second largest after Isabela.  I think many people – whether doing land-based expeditions or ocean-based – tend to focus on Santa Cruz, and for good reason as you’ll … Continue reading →

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Isla Isabela, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Posted on 01/06/2026 by Craig

Isabela is the largest of the Galapagos islands, its most westerly, and also its youngest with still-active volcanos. And yet, it is barely populated – 3000 inhabitants, or so – and very rustic in comparison to both Isla San Cristobal … Continue reading →

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Isla San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Posted on 01/06/2026 by Craig

San Cristobal is the eastern-most inhabited island of the archipelago, and one of the oldest.  The center faces shipwreck bay and the hundreds of sealions that make this home.  In terms of “tourism factors”, I would say that San Cristobal … Continue reading →

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Lima, Peru

Posted on 05/10/2025 by Craig

Nites It was a toss-up between staying in Barranco or Miraflores but given that they butt up against each other, it really becomes a question of what hotel strikes your fancy. The Casa Republica Barranco (https://casarepublica.com/) is a stunner and … Continue reading →

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The Amazon, Iquitos, Peru

Posted on 05/10/2025 by Craig

Talk about a bucket list experience.  The Amazon River is such force of nature, and how the forest survives, the indigenous tribes thrive without modern accompaniments, and the many species of animals continue to survive is humbling and truly breathtaking. … Continue reading →

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Cusco, Peru

Posted on 05/10/2025 by Craig

Nites Cusco offers every range of accommodation, from hostel to five star, which comes in handy should you encounter closures at Machu Picchu or delayed flights.  The Antigua Casona San Blas (https://www.antiguacusco.com/) is a stunning property “up the hill” in … Continue reading →

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Easter Island – a true once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that should NOT be missed

Posted on 30/08/2020 by Craig

Easter Island (Isla de Pasqua) is an environment, a society, and a culture completely unto itself and should be visited by everyone at least once in their lifetime. Continue reading →

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Santiago – a unique blend of old, communist, and avant garde

Posted on 30/08/2020 by Craig

Santiago de Chile is an interesting place to say the least: there are gorgeous examples of old architecture, remnants of hard times gone by but still in use, and modern buildings and streets that look forward to the future. For a brief stint – perhaps on your way to Patagonia, over to Easter Island, or in combination with Buenos Aires – this city has much to offer. For a longer stint, for which I must admit I was here on business, it can get a bit tough to keep yourself occupied I’m afraid. But don’t let that stop you as a lifetime is really not complete without a visit to Santiago and to experience the charm and friendliness of the Chilean people. Continue reading →

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