Only the Strong Survive in the Colca Canyon of Peru
The Colca Canyon is one of Peru’s hidden gems. The Colca River cuts through plateaus and mountains, dividing farmland asContinue Reading
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Titillating Lake Titicaca
Every elementary school boy (at least in mine) probably knew next to nothing about Peru, but had probably heard ofContinue Reading
All Roads Led to Cusco
We arrived in Cusco after our stay in the Sacred Valley and visit to Machu Picchu. Cusco was the centerContinue Reading
Drifting Across the High Plains of Peru
Leaving the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu behind, we headed to Cusco through the high plains of Peru. The pampaContinue Reading
Wide Eyed with Wonder at Machu Picchu
“There are several ways to get to Machu Picchu”, he said, “and you’ve chosen the nicest one”. We boarded theContinue Reading
Acclimating in the Sacred Valley of Peru
We arrived from Amsterdam to Lima and one day later ascended into the Andes. Needless to say, if you’re familiarContinue Reading
Boston’s Park Trifecta: The Common, Public Garden and the Esplanade
On our most recent trip to Boston, during the early springtime weather of April, we revisited some of our favoriteContinue Reading
Following the Red Line of Boston’s Freedom Trail
What is the Freedom Trail? While transiting this 2.5-mile-long path through the streets of Boston you’ll visit famous landmarks alongContinue Reading
Things to do in Denver When You’re (Not) Dead
Alright Warren Zevon or Andy Garcia fans (and everyone else), about 10 years in it’s about time I wrote aContinue Reading
A Cruise through the Cactus Forest at Saguaro National Park
On a brief stop in Tucson, Arizona enroute between San Diego and Scottsdale (yes, Tucson is a wayward detour), weContinue Reading
The Traveling Ridleys 