Cusco is probably—no, definitely—the city where I’ve had some of the best food of my life. And honestly, that shouldn’t be surprising. Peruvian food is next level and probably the best in South America (just look at Lima with all its Michelin-star restaurants). I ended up spending about three weeks in Cusco across two trips….
Porto was one of my first solo trips ever, and let me tell you—I learned the hard way how much your location can impact your experience. The city may be small, but that doesn’t mean your neighborhood choice doesn’t matter. Sure, you can walk or hop on a tram, but isn’t it way easier when…
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve planned a trip, searched for itineraries, and found plenty of ideas—but none that fit exactly how I wanted to travel. Maybe it was too rushed, too slow, or just not my style. That’s why I’m putting together this Peru travel itinerary planner—not just a copy-paste itinerary, but…
One of my favorite colonial cities in Peru is Arequipa, but I’ve always felt like it gets way less attention than Cusco. Fair enough—Arequipa doesn’t have massive tourist hotspots like Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail, the Sacred Valley, or Rainbow Mountain. But after spending over a week there, I can confidently say that Arequipa is…
Machu Picchu is for sure one of the best things I’ve done in South America, easily a highlight of my time in Peru. I’ve visited twice now, and honestly, my second trip was just as incredible as the first, even though both were completely different experiences. Figuring out how to get to Machu Picchu is…
Visiting Machu Picchu was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me, until it wasn’t. I actually ended up going again, kind of spontaneously. But I know that for most people, this is a one-and-done trip, which makes picking the best month to travel to Machu Picchu a big deal. And trust me, it matters. You basically get…
Before I headed to Lisbon, I scoured the internet for all the best tips, tricks, cafés—any and everywhere I needed to go. And ooooh, y’all are lucky because I’ve got the goods. After hours of pouring over reel after reel, I created the most epic Lisbon itinerary. This city is magnetic. The golden rooftops, the…
I have a serious soft spot for Latin America, and Peru is easily one of my favorites. One thing I really appreciate about traveling here is that most of the big sights—whether cultural, historical, or natural—still feel well preserved. You don’t get that over-commercialized, tourist-trap vibe with souvenir stands at every corner (well, most of…
Portugal’s capital city, Lisbon, is easily one of my favorite cities in Europe. I first visited back in 2019, when it still felt like a bit of a hidden gem—fast forward to now, and let’s just say the secret is definitely out. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or as part of a full-blown…
I just got back from a long trip to Bali—hanging out, working remotely, you know, the usual. And every time I visit, Ubud still has that magical, jungle-town vibe that makes it such a cool place to explore. But at the same time, there’s so much more popping up every year, and not all of…