Machu Picchu, the finest example of Inca civilization, is the most visited site in Peru and is named one of the seven modern wonders of the world. Its not hard to see why. The ancient city was built by the Incas on a mountain top surrounded by temples, terraces and water channels. There are several ways to get to Machu Picchu. I will mention a few of them and cover the option I took, the Inca jungle trail, in detail. When to visit Machu Picchu The dry season between May- Oct is the best time to visit. Jun-Aug is peak season and number of visitors rise during this time meaning booking the train and Inca Trail in advance is a must. I went in June, during the busiest month and we still managed to get onto the Inca jungle trail, a train ticket coming back and entrance in at 7 am and we only booked the day before when we arrived in Cusco. The wet season is Nov- Mar where you can expect anything from light drizzle to heavy downpours daily. The heaviest rain is in February, which is also when the Inca Trail path is closed for maintenance…
Buenos Aires, the home of all things meat and steak, is seeing much more diversity now in its food scene than just coffee, parrillas, wine and repeat. It’s food scene is evolving and traditionally bound restaurants serving just heaps of meat are being redefined by wave of young chefs. Buenos Aires is a brunch goers and foodies dream where you can find classic empanadas for less than 50 cent to the world’s finest steaks and wine. Argentina is a melting pot of French, Italian and Spanish heritage to name but a few and they have all left their mark on the culinary scene. Here are some of the best restaurants in Buenos Aires, suitable for both veggies and meat lovers. Don Julio Parrilla: It was listed in Latin America’s top 50 best restaurants in 2016. A meat lovers paradise serving the finest grass-fed Aberdeen Angus and Hereford cattle, raised in the countryside outside Buenos Aires. The steak here is phenomenal and cuts like butter. The service is amazing, even when queuing outside. Reservations are required here but if you’re not in a hurry, stick your name on a list, have a…