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Today I visited Machu Picchu – an ancient city once inhabited by approximately 800-1,000 Incas spanning three generations, but abandoned when the Spaniards were invading Cusco. Over time, the jungle covered the region and it was rediscovered in 1911 by … Continue reading
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Friday — after a 2.5 rest, I followed the advice of my transfer escort and had some chicken soup at the hotel restaurant. It was so good! The soup has huge tender pieces of white meat chicken, one slice of … Continue reading
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Today I began part 2 of this Peruvian adventure. Departing for the airport at 3:30 AM was easy knowing there’s an amazing city and adventure awaiting me in Cusco. The Lima airport is busy and chaotic, but the flight out … Continue reading
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On Thursday evening I took a “Lima by night” tour which consisted of a driver, a guide, a cute couple from New Jersey and me. The majority of time was spent in the van as the driver navigated rush hour traffic, … Continue reading
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On Wednesday night, the conference speakers were invited to dinner at El Senorio de Sulco by the Dean of the local university. Similar to Tuesday night’s dinner, Wednesday’s dinner was also in the Miraflores district of Lima. Instead of being … Continue reading
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Well, two days into the Peru trip and I haven’t seen a single site recommended by a guide book. But boy have I had some yummy food! Today my work colleagues brought me to Punta Sal, a “cevicheria” with five … Continue reading
Attending this conference has not only given me the opportunity to meet like-minded professionals from around the globe, but it’s also exposed me to some new foods. The conference stopped for a 90 minute lunch break yesterday afternoon. Everyone relaxed … Continue reading
Last night I arrived in Lima, Peru. My fourth continent in four months! (If someone had ever told me that I would be traveling this often in 2012, I would have never believed it.) I’m here in Peru to speak … Continue reading
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