Travel, eat, repeat.
In October I traveled to Cusco and took a cooking class with Cusco Culinary before setting out on the Salkantay Trek a couple days later. Here’s my honest review of our visit to the market and the cooking class. I love to take cooking classes when I travel, my favorite so far has been Anita’s […]
Most travelers treat Ollantaytambo as a stop over, a quick train ride away from the bucket-list destination we all came to see, Machu Picchu. But I ended up staying in Ollantaytambo for three nights, and I am so glad I did. The town has an ancient, magical rhythm, and as I discovered, an incredible culinary […]
Visit Ollantaytambo Here’s a fact I learned the hard way: Cusco, Peru sits at a staggering 3,399 m (11,152 ft), while Machu Picchu is actually a lot lower at 2,430 m (7,972 ft). I had no idea. I thought I was doing the right thing by acclimating in Cusco for a few days before the […]
Let’s get right to it: Are Huacachina and Paracas worth visiting? Short answer: Not as the main event. But, if you are passing through on the bus between Lima, Cusco, or Arequipa, then yes, definitely. A day or two here can be one of the highlights of your trip, if you know what to do […]
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. The most fun, and most authentic thing you can do in Paracas isn’t the crowded Ballestas Islands Tour – it’s this. A local family in Paracas took me and two others out on their fishing boat the other morning for the most authentic experience in Paracas, […]
If you’re like me and visiting Peru’s Sacred Valley, you’ve probably stared up at the massive rock walls and wondered… “Can I climb that?” The answer is a very satisfying, yes. Rock climbing in the Sacred Valley is not only possible, it’s incredible. I booked a full-day climbing trip with Peru Climbing Experience, and to put […]
Pretty much every climber who visits Kalymnos will make their way over to Telendos at some point. Telendos was separated from Kalymnos during an earthquake in 554 AD. Now, a small channel separates Telendos from Kalymnos. The majestic mountainous island is one of the hallmark characteristics of Kalymnos and it’d be a shame not to […]
If you’re new to outdoor climbing, and planning a trip to Kalymnos, Greece – you’ve come to the right spot. Not to worry, there are plenty of beginner climbing spots in Kalymnos. Whether you’re simply looking for easier routes to get your sea legs back, it’s your first ever outdoor climbing trip, or you just […]
Wondering what to pack for Kalymnos? Here’s a complete packing list for climbers, catered for women. The packing list is geared towards single pitch climbers in the spring or fall season. I find spring to be the best time to climb in Kalymnos. The days are longer and the air isn’t quite as crisp as […]
My favorite bag for this season, or any season, is my Kirana Likha Poppies crochet bag. It’s truly so versatile, easy to grab, and makes a statement with any outfit. It’s perfect for traveling as well as a day at the office. That’s right – it even fits my laptop. The best part? It’s a bag you […]