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Wingspan of the Andean Condor, Colca Canyon, Peru photo

Colca Canyon and Cabanaconde, Peru travel guide – The YEH, MEH, NAHs

February 5, 2013 · by Lauren · in Peru, Travel Guides

The cañón mas grande, Colca Canyon, Peru, is more than twice as deep as the Grand Canyon and much more difficult to reach. The bone-shaking, heart-skipping bus ride from Arequipa is worthwhile for anyone looking to put a little distance…

A mug of mate de coca or coca tea, Cusco, Peru photo

Soroche suffering: How to prevent altitude sickness in Peru

July 8, 2012 · by Lauren · in Peru, Travel Guides

After visiting Cusco, Peru and the rest of the Sacred Valley, I am now all too aware of the fragility of human beings. Specifically this human being. I’m a sea-level creature — childhood through collegehood spent on the New York…

Latino Power street art in Parque Kennedy, Lima, Peru

Lima, Peru travel guide – The YEH, MEH, NAHs

April 12, 2012 · by Lauren · in Peru, Travel Guides

If you’re a city person, a foodie, or a fan of nascent art scenes—like we are—the bustling, growing city of Lima, Peru is worth at least two days. Visit on Friday and Saturday nights to see Lima at its most…

Know before you go: Responsible travel in Cambodia

August 3, 2009 · by Lauren · in Cambodia, Travel Guides

Sign at Angkor Park | Photo by Lauren Girardin Before Todd and I left on our round-the-world trip, we debated whether or not we wanted to visit certain countries, concerned that money we spent would help support a repressive government…

Hue, Vietnam travel tips

February 21, 2009 · by Lauren · in Travel Guides, Vietnam

We are indebted to Vietnamese God and Travelfish.org for leading us to excellent restaurants after we discovered that Lonely Planet’s Hue restaurant recommendations served inedible food. Read on for travel tips. Where we ate: Quan Ba Hoa, 7 Truong Dinh…

Hoi An, Vietnam travel tips

February 5, 2009 · by Lauren · in Travel Stories, Vietnam

A tour group mecca, Hoi An, Vietnam has a glut of tourist offerings. It’s a great place to wander the streets, gawk at tacky shops, and pick up some custom made clothes. Read on for travel tips.

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