I’ve come to look forward to these monthly posts about what I’m into beyond travel because there’s so much more to my life than where I go, despite the fact that it’s something I love. It’s funny how many people respond with their obsessions or agree with mine! As with last month, I’m sharing the … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: September 2018
The Desert Party Town of Huacachina
You've likely seen pictures of the desert oasis without realizing where it was, the lights and palm trees coming out of an endless sea of sand. When doing research for my trip to Peru, I heard from many travelers that Huacachina was a must-see. It worked out well for my trip with Peru Hop as it was … [Read more...] about The Desert Party Town of Huacachina
To Mountains for Solitude
Most of my friends or acquaintances wouldn't see my fits of depression that hit me from time to time, preventing me from leaving the house or seeing outside of the black hole. Sometimes they are brought on by events while others seem random. My most recent one came after a conflict with a friend … [Read more...] about To Mountains for Solitude
Arequipa, Peru in 24 Hours
A mistake on my end almost had me missing Arequipa entirely and spending nearly a whole day on a bus. But thankfully the situation was quickly remedied because I can't imagine not seeing the White City for myself, even if only for twenty four hours. I arrived on my Peru Hop bus around 5 in the … [Read more...] about Arequipa, Peru in 24 Hours
On Discovering My Ancestry
Something that has been a goal of mine for many years is to find out where my family comes from. Before my 30th birthday, I decided now was the time. So I received an Ancestry DNA kit for Christmas from my grandparents, who are, admittedly, genealogy advocates. Our family still has extended … [Read more...] about On Discovering My Ancestry