
As river cruising becomes more and more popular, it isn’t a surprise to see more luxury cruises taking to the water in response to demand from those wishing to discover countries in more sophistication and style.
The M/V Aqua offers luxury exploration trips along the northern Amazon and the Pacaya Samiria ...

Revisiting Peru, a country very reliant on tourism for survival, was an absolute pleasure. My purpose was to explore a range of properties, operated by Rainforest Expeditions, including Posada Amazonas, Refugio Amazonas and Tambopata Research Centre. These lodges are located in the Madre de Dios district; over half of Peru ...

Having spent two days in the relatively sophisticated metropolis of Lima, visiting museums, Cathedrals and wandering among its stunning architectural mix of buildings old and new, it was now time to explore the true ‘highlights’ of Peru.
From Lima our small group flew to Cusco, an enchanting town nestling in the ...

After completing all the navigation tests required, La Pinta sailed from the Port of Callao in Peru, where it was rebuilt, and arrived to Guayaquil on 30th December – right on schedule!
La Pinta has already obtained all the required international maritime certifications and the next step is to complete last ...

I knew a long time ago that I wanted to do the Inca trail, but I also knew that I didn’t want to camp. I was so thrilled to learn that a company has created an adventure experience in style. Mountain Lodges of Peru have built 4 lodges along the ...

Peru has long been our best-selling Latin American destination – and that’s not all down to Machu Picchu. The Incas left an impressive mark, but Peru’s natural treasures – from steamy rainforests to plunging gorges – have always astonished. Here’s why the landscapes give the famous ruins a run for ...

As we entered the ‘Lost City of the Incas’ it was as if someone said “the Bales Group is here, take the covers off” and as if by magic, the clouds lifted and there it was... Machu Picchu in all its glory.
The purpose of my recent journey to Peru was ...