The trek to Machu Picchu began at 5:30 in the morning when we were picked up in busses to go to the start of our trek. We soon learned that not only would we NOT be carrying our large backpacks, something we had all panicked about the first time we carried them on our backs in the LA airport, but a portable kitchen, tents and food for the week would… Read More

One week into Peru and the differences between Ecuador and Peru became more obvious. Some differences were due to the fact that we were in a major city that was more modern with diverse people, styles and culture. Every day five roommates and I would ride a bus from our hole in the wall house to the heart of the gorgeous city. It took a while to acquire enough street… Read More