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7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

By Thomas Ryves on Apr 15, 2019 in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, South America, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe

One of the best ways to travel and see the world’s sights is by train. Here are some of the most spectacular trains and train journeys around the world, from classic journeys such as going from London to Venice on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to travelling from north to south across Australia and making your way […]

6 luxury adventure camps in South America

By Alfonso Tandazo on Apr 15, 2019 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Bolivia, Camping, Chile, Ecuador, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

The idea of luxury adventure camping is to get closer to the sheer beauty of nature in places with very little infrastructure, while at the same time enjoying world-class service in the most comfortable digs. The posh term “glamping” (short for glamorous camping) has turned off some adventurers who might otherwise appreciate the experience itself. Despite […]

Peru’s Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu: what to know before you go

By Matt Holmes on Apr 01, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

The Sacred Valley of Peru is a feast for the senses—colorful woven fabrics, mountains that soar skyward with little warning (or foothills), an ancient culture full of innovation, and a contemporary cuisine that has emerged from traditional crops, international influence, and creative playfulness among the country’s best chefs. From elevation headaches to photogenic llamas, here’s what […]

The world’s top 5 luxury rail journeys

By Dave Warne on Mar 18, 2019 in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Featured, France, India, Italy, Leisure Travel, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Western Europe

When it comes to exploring the world by train, the choice seems never-ending. For many it’s the destination that makes all the difference, be it the Rockies of Canada or Australia’s far-flung outback. But, it’s also the train itself that truly makes the journey truly unforgettable, whether you’re drawn to the glamour of travel’s Golden […]

Discover Lake Titicaca

By David Moore on Mar 17, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Lake Titicaca was a ‘must-see’ destination on our world tour of 15 countries in 10 months. But we found there is only one way to travel from beautiful Colca Canyon to Lake Titicaca; that’s the roller-coaster road over the volcanic mountains up to 4,910 metres and down into Puna, the elegant city on the banks […]

Discovering the Amazon in Peru

By David Moore on Feb 17, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Our world tour of 15 countries in 10 months included 52 flights one of which was from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado to be met by our driver and transferred to the banks of the golden brown Madre de Dios River. We boarded a long-tailed boat for a 45 minute journey deep into the rainforest to arrive […]

10 surrealistic South American travel hotspots

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jan 14, 2019 in Attractions, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Even after journeying to more than 110 countries, I continue to find that nothing has the potential to be as life-altering as a remarkable travel experience. Though we all learn and grow on every trip we take, occasionally there’s a truly unique moment, a special circumstance or a distinctive sight that changes a seemingly simple […]

8 of the best destinations for April and May

By Matt Holmes on Dec 08, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Botswana, Europe, Italy, Japan, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Peru, Portugal, Regions, South America, Spain, Western Europe

There are some places where Spring is the best time of year to visit. Maybe the landscape is popping with color, maybe it’s the should seasons when few other travelers share the trails and towns. Perhaps the weather is near-ideal for being active outdoors. Sometimes it’s all of the above—a perfect triad. Whatever the reason, […]

Combining luxury and adventure with 5 South American tours

By Alfonso Tandazo on Nov 16, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Argentina, Attractions, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Upmarket travelers are combining of epic adventure activities with unrivaled comfort. By now it’s become clear that luxury travelers are no longer satisfied with routine sightseeing, perhaps returning to their hotel for a massage. More and more it’s about “experiential travel”. Upscale vacationers seek to participate in unforgettable activities, getting out and about for a […]

5 of the world’s best destinations for a digital detox

By Matt Holmes on Nov 01, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Botswana, Europe, France, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Peru, Regions, South America, Switzerland, Western Europe

Having mini computers in our pockets is one of the amazing things about the age in which we live. Information about anything is literally at our fingertips, and it’s never been easier to connect with friends and family. Not to mention, you can plan your travel adventures from wherever you are! But in this fast-paced […]

5 charming colonial South America towns

By Alfonso Tandazo on Oct 22, 2018 in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Regions, South America

South America is almost bursting at the seams when it comes to quaint colonial towns, promising a window into the past through their timeless cobblestone streets, ornate churches, and tree-lined plazas. This distinctive – and totally picturesque – architectural style is owed to the colonial era, when European conquistadors from Spain and Portugal constructed towns […]

How even really busy people can have travel experiences of a lifetime

By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Chile, Featured, India, Mexico, Myanmar, Nepal, North America, Peru, Regions, Rwanda, South America, Speciality Travel, Worldwide

Awesome Experiences provides travel experiences of a lifetime for busy people. Helicopter over the ultimate adventure destination of Mount Everest, track gorillas in Rwanda, explore the otherworldly lunar landscapes of South America or visit Rajasthan and the Pushkar Camel Fair. Escape from work for just 7 days – or a fraction longer if you have […]

6 of the finest luxury hotels in Cusco, Peru

By Alfonso Tandazo on Sep 15, 2018 in Accommodation, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America

The great Andean city of Cusco is an important stop on any trip to Peru, for the chance to marvel at ancient archaeological sites, beautifully kept colonial architecture, and vibrant markets piled high with colorful fruit and fabrics. There’s a wonderful range of places to stay here, so we decided to round up the best […]

The top 5 luxury hotels in Peru’s Sacred Valley

By Simon Williams on Sep 11, 2018 in Accommodation, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America

When travelling to Peru, it is almost inevitable that you will fly into Cusco and visit the iconic site of Machu Picchu. A few days exploring the charming city of Cusco is recommended before heading towards the ancient citadel. In order to get there, one must travel through a region known as the Sacred Valley. […]

10 of the quirkiest hotels in the world

By Paul Johnson on Aug 25, 2018 in Accommodation, Alaska, Asia, Belgium, Canada, Europe, France, Hotels, Idaho, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Travel planning and booking site TripAdvisor has unveiled 10 of the world’s quirkiest hotels, ranked according to the quality and quantity of traveller reviews and ratings from the past year. For travelers who want to look beyond the conventional hotel room, TripAdvisor revealed these highly-rated weird and wonderful hotels around the globe. “Booking a stay […]

5 considerations for hiking the Inca Trail

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jul 15, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Featured, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

At the top of the bucket lists of thousands of travelers around the world is hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. This is a historical route as it was part of the road system of the Inca Empire; it once linked the city of Cusco (the former capital of the Empire) to the mythical […]

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