Steam from the Storm

The incredible time on the trail

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January 20th 2009
Oh my gosh, what a fabulous trek the last couple of days. But first after our last blog we were still gathering gear for our trek and all of sudden we found ourselves inviting to a birthday cake cutting and song in a little tienda (store)! We sang Happy Birthday in spanish then we were served Hot Chocolate and strawberry filled cake. Bob and I kept looking at each other wondering if we were in the ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco

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Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more