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Cusco Hotel – Novotel

This is about 2 blocks from the Plaza de Armas and right next door to the Marriott hotel. The enclosed courtyard is really the highlight of the hotel and makes it one of our top choices. It feels very cozy, … Continue reading

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Cusco Hotel – Marriott

Built in 2012, the Marriott is a converted convent. It has 153 rooms with oxygen, express, minibar, safe, robes, shower, and tub. It is about 2 blocks from the Plaza de Armas and right next door to the Novotel hotel. … Continue reading

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Cusco Hotel – Casa Andina Premium

The Casa Andina has 6 courtyards. Rooms have 1 queen or 2 double beds, robes, slippers, tea, mini-fridge, hair dryer, safe, and reading lights. Breakfast is a large and interesting buffet, including omelets made to order. There is a bar, … Continue reading

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Things To Do in Entebbe, Uganda

If you have an afternoon or day to spend in and around Entebbe, there are several areas we can recommend visiting. Botanical Gardens Uganda Wildlife Education Center Mabamba Swamp Visit 1) Botanical Gardens The Entebbe Botanical Gardens, which border the … Continue reading

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Patagonia W-Trek Mountain Huts

You can stay at mountain hut refugios while hiking on the W-Trek. Here are the available huts: Central Sector Offering mixed dormitory rooms with bunk beds for 6 people, shared bathrooms, and hot showers. Curl up at night in a … Continue reading

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5 Options for the Ultimate Luxury Fly-in SkySafari in Tanzania and Kenya

There are now 5 amazing luxury fly-in safaris in Tanzania and Kenya to choose from: 8-day / 7-night Tanzania (Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti) 10-day / 9-night Tanzania (Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti) 8-day / 7-night Kenya (Meru, Loisaba, Masai Mara) 10-day … Continue reading

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Dolomites: Hiking Cinque Torri

The Cinque Torri (or “5 Towers”) is between Corvara and Cortina. It can be visited in a day trip or spend the night at one of the 4 rifugios in the area. The views are amazing, and the Cinque Torri … Continue reading

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Dolomites: Hiking in Colfosco in Alta Badia (from Selva or Corvara)

This hike can be from Selva to Colfosco, or can be based from Corvara. You either go From Selva up the Dantercepies cable car to Rifugio Jimmi, lunch at Rifugio Puez and down to Colfosco Up the gondola, over to … Continue reading

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Planning Your Trip to Chile & Patagonia

Here is what you need to know to plan your trip to Chile and Patagonia! The best time to travel to Chile is November-March. October and April are shoulder season. You can also travel May-September, but this is winter. Most … Continue reading

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When to Visit the Hidden Pools and Dunes of Lencois Maranhenses (Brazil)

See our 4-Day Hidden Pools and Dunes of Lencois Maranhenses >> There are three primary seasons in the Lençóis Maranhenses:  1) Rainy Season: The rains start between the end of January and February and generally cease in May (rainy season). This … Continue reading

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