Cusco, Peru is a place that just about every traveler to the country stops through on their way to Machu Picchu, but apart from a few days to acclimate to the altitude, travelers don't explore on its own. The hilly city is covered in orange tile roofs and cathedrals dating back centuries. Originally … [Read more...] about Cusco, Peru for Gringas
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A Solo Getaway to Delaware’s Quaint Villages
Before arriving in Delaware, all I knew was that it was one of some 20-odd states I’d never stepped foot in. The small, long state, which was the country’s first, can be broken up into three counties. I visited Delaware’s Quaint Villages, or Kent County, in the middle of the state. I imagined … [Read more...] about A Solo Getaway to Delaware’s Quaint Villages
Machu Picchu for Amateur Hikers
I booked my flight to Peru in September with Scott's Cheap Flights (highly recommended!), too late for the 4-day Inca Trail trips, which was a blessing in disguise. This is fairly common as these trips can be booked six months in advance or more, something to keep in mind for people who plan trips … [Read more...] about Machu Picchu for Amateur Hikers
On Depression and the Curse of the Creative Mind
"I don't understand what would make someone do that," my dad said last week. He was referring to a friend of a friend who had committed suicide. I was in the midst of a depressed episode and found myself thinking "I can." This morning, I woke to three texts asking about Bourdain. I did a quick … [Read more...] about On Depression and the Curse of the Creative Mind
What I Packed for Peru
I'll admit that I started packing for Peru about a month before my trip. Since it is a different climate in the Southern Hemisphere, I had plenty of winter clothes I could lay out, not needing them in the humid Georgia spring. But this was a tricky one to prepare for. My trip had a mix of climates … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Peru