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Best Things to Do in Baños, Ecuador

Baños de Agua Santa is one of the most laidback towns in Ecuador, set in lush green scenery. It is also one of the top travel destinations in the country. In this Baños travel guide, we share our tips on the best things to do in Baños on a budget, top attractions, and activities, including the famous hot springs, waterfalls, and Casa del Arbol.

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A Practical Guide on Where to Stay on the Galapagos Islands for Every Budget

Galapagos Islands are one of the top world's destinations, and finding the right accommodation can be a daunting task. Our travel guide on where to stay on the Galapagos Islands will help you find the best hotel or hostel no matter if you are a budget traveler or looking for an upscale place to enjoy this paradise. So what are the best hotels in the Galapagos and where should you stay?

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Paraguay: Perfect 7-Day Itinerary

Paraguay is an undiscovered country in South America by international travelers. As we were backpacking around the continent, we decided to spend a week in Paraguay and see what it has to offer. Here is our personally tried and tested one-week itinerary which aims to show you the best of the landlocked country in only seven days.

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A Guide to Hiking the Salkantay Trek, Peru

Salkantay Trek is one of the best multi-day hikes in Peru that will take you from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, a gateway to Machu Picchu. Our Salkantay Trek travel guide includes everything you need to know; practical information, itinerary, useful tips, facts, trail length, difficulty, altitude, and also our experience with Alpaca Expeditions.

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Ultimate Guide to Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Peru

Read our travel guide on camping in Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Peru. We share tips on how to visit Amazon in Peru and how to get to Pacaya Samiria from Iquitos, what to see, activities, wildlife, how to choose the best tour, where to stay, what to pack, when to visit, how many days you need, and things to know.

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Colca Canyon Day Trip: Is It Worth It?

Colca Canyon, near Arequipa, is one of the top attractions in Peru. Our Colca Canyon travel guide features tips on visiting one of the world's deepest canyons and answers the question if Colca Canyon is worth visiting on a day tour from Arequipa or two to three days hiking trip. Including things to do, trails, how to choose a tour company, how to get there, and where to stay.

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Huaraz Peru Travel Guide

This comprehensive Huaraz travel guide includes tips on the best things to do in Huaraz on a budget. We also share information on how to get there, best hotels, and overall how to plan your visit to this top hiking destination in Peru.

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Ollantaytambo, Peru Travel Guide

Ollantaytambo is a picturesque town in the Peruvian Andes near Cusco and home to Ollantaytambo ruins. For many travelers, it is also the last stop before visiting Machu Picchu. Our Ollantaytambo travel guide features things to do in Ollantaytambo, tips on how to get, best day trips and tours, and where to stay.

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Lima, Peru Travel Guide

Lima is the second largest city in South America and an incredibly diverse place. For the majority of visitors, Lima is the first stop on their trip to Peru. Our Lima travel guide includes the best things to do in Peru's capital, top attractions, activities, how to get, tours, and tips on accommodation.

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A Guide to Visiting Sacsayhuaman Ruins in Cusco, Peru

Sacsayhuaman (sometimes spelled Saqsaywaman) in Cusco is a must-visit ruin while exploring the Peruvian region of Incas. Our travel guide includes tips on visiting Sacsayhuaman independently; we share how to get there from Cusco, things to know, what to expect, tours, or accommodation.

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27 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Peru

Peru is one of the most popular destinations in South America, but this country is still a mystery for many first-time travelers. Here's our travel guide, where we share things you need to know before visiting Peru. If you started to plan your ultimate trip to Peru, read this post before your travels!

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A Complete Guide to Hiking the Inca Trail

Inca Trail is the most traditional hike to Machu Picchu. In this classic four day Inca Trail hiking guide, we share everything you need to know about trekking from Cusco and our experience with Alpaca Expeditions, a local Peruvian tour operator. Includes Inca Trail itinerary, trail description, length, ruins, altitude, what to pack, permit, and how to book in advance.

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Inca Trail vs. Salkantay Trek: Which Hike to Machu Picchu is Better

Are you planning a hike to Machu Picchu and deciding which trek is better, Inca Trail or Salkantay Trek? We've done both hikes from Cusco, and here's our comparison of the Salkantay Trek vs. the Inca Trail. We'll help you sort out what trek around Peruvian Andes is the best fit for you. Includes description of trails, altitude, facilities, how many days, difficulty, packing, and hiking tips.

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A Complete Guide to Visiting the Amazon in Peru

Amazon in Peru is a vast and diverse region, and planning the trip is challenging. We've put together this travel guide on the Peruvian Amazon, including things to know, how to get, when to visit, which area to choose, what to pack, and what to expect.

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