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Hello! I’m Laura. I am a world traveler, diver, foodie, and adventure junkie. Follow me to some big adventures I have hit on my bucketlist.

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February 4, 2016

Machu Picchu Travel Hacks

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Machu Picchu Travel Hacks

Before going on any trip you always try and do your best to make sure you have everything checked off your list. Sometimes you can not help it though because when going to a new place, unexpected things may come up. Below are the best Machu Picchu travel hacks that are based on my experience. I luckily went with a friend to Machu Picchu who had been there before so she told me everything I needed to make sure to bring. Below are the list of Machu Picchu travel hacks that I came up with:

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February 3, 2016

Machu Picchu Day Hike Packing Guide

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After doing tons of research and knowing what type of clothes I usually end up with after overpacking, I came up with this amazing Machu Picchu day hike packing guide. When you go to Cusco to trek Machu Picchu you will most likely be locking down your hike or tour before you arrive. I ended up doing a two day hike, not staying in a tent, but in a hotel. Packing is an art, and your Machu Picchu day hike packing guide needs to be planned out carefully. I like to start packing a week before just to make sure I don’t miss anything. The key here is to plan well, and that will ensure a better experience on your trip. The less you have to purchase last minute on your Machu Picchu trip the better. READ MORE

February 3, 2016

Exploring Machu Picchu

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It is hard to really grasp the trek to get to Machu Picchu and visualize exploring Machu Picchu when you are planning your trip. The main photos that you will find are basically the “money shot” photos as I like to call them of the main ruins with Huayna Picchu in the background. Below is a tour of me exploring Machu Picchu starting from Machu Picchu Pueblo all the way to the top of Huayna Picchu.

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February 3, 2016

How to get to Machu Picchu

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How to Get to Machu Picchu

When researching, it was very difficult to figure out how to get to Machu Picchu. The travel blogs that I read didn’t explain the commute very well. Luckily, my friend set us up with a tour so I found out the itinerary when we landed in Cusco. It is not a short commute to end up at Machu Picchu Pueblo; the city that sits under the mountain. The twelve hour commute is no joke and very tiring. Make sure to bring some snacks along the way as there are not many places to stop. My guide on how to get to Machu Picchu will definitely help you plan your trip in advance and not waste any special travel time.
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