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Peru: Trekking to Machu Picchu (Salkantay Trail)

08/11/2015 By Josh Leave a Comment

Day 4: Machu Picchu

After four amazing weeks in Pisaq, the grand finale as intern group leaders for the STRIVE program was hiking the famous Salkantay trail to Machu Picchu.  Marissa and I had dreamed about seeing Machu Picchu in person for years.  The ruins were constructed by the Incas in the 15th century, abandoned when the Spanish arrived, […]

Filed Under: Destinations, Hiking, mountains, National Parks, Peru

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Month 11: In Review (Top 11 in 11)

08/05/2015 By Josh 22 Comments

Guinea Pig Picnic

June 25, 2015 – July 24, 2015 I can’t believe it’s almost over. As we reflect back on the past 11 months, it’s fun to think about all of the funny and random things that we came across. Some of the most ridiculous transportation situations, and instances that would be considered completely unsafe in the […]

Filed Under: Cities, Colombia, Destinations, Month in Review, Monthly Recap, Peru, Teaching

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Peru: Pisaq, Cusco & STRIVE Program

08/04/2015 By Marissa Leave a Comment

STRIVE

 I’m standing next to the roped off area of Cusco’s airport parking lot as travelers stream out, the intense heat of the sun beating down on my face. It’s hot today. I’m patiently waiting, looking for guys and girls to walk out who fit the build of college athletes that are looking for someone. I […]

Filed Under: Cities, Destinations, Hiking, mountains, National Parks, Peru, South America, Workaway

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Bolivia & Peru: Lake Titicaca (Isla del Sol, Isla Taquile & Floating Islands)

07/21/2015 By Josh 4 Comments

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I was getting pummeled.  Who knows when or if these little hands have been washed or cleaned anytime recently? Where is the bano anyway? The kids are anxious and just want to run out some of their energy. Unfortunately that isn’t going to happen anytime soon. These kids are part of a hand full of […]

Filed Under: Bolivia, floating island, mountains, Peru

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