Today we left Lima for Cusco, which was a plesant short 55 minute flight. Cusco is such a popular destination that there are 10 flights per day (on LAN Airlines) that go from Lima to Cusco. We arrived safely and were greeted by Johnathan, a representative of the Spanish school. Cusco is an increadible city located high in the mountains. We were warned that we may experience altitude sickness, since Cusco is located at approx. 3300m above sea level, however, we are happy to report that all is well, and neither Kevin nor I feel a thing (knock on wood). We are taking pills for the altitude, and drinking plenty of the suggested local coca tea. We are settled into our homestay, and we think it is going to be a great experience as the familieĀ“s
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