Heading to Bolivia and the nomad life
Travelling from Peru to Bolivia and learning lessons along the way. Overnight buses, challenging border crossing and delightful surprises in Copacabana.
Tagged: Over 40 solo travel
Machu Picchu – expectations, realities and surprises
Visiting Machu Picchu was something I have dreamed about for a long time. It was absolutely wonderful. Some of the realities were not what I expected. And some of the surprises exceeded my expectations. Travel is like that sometimes… unexpected and wonderful.
Kenya – Elephants, Old Friends & Zebra Traffic Jams
10 days in Nairobi, Kenya. Visiting elephant rescue centers, the Nairobi National Park, giraffe centers and a few gorgeous hikes. Most importantly time with a childhood friend and lots of education about animals and conservation efforts. Highly recommend a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and The Giraffe Center.
Loving & leaving Cusco – the good, the bad, the unusual
I loved living in Cusco, Peru for 3 months. Discovering all of the local spots and going on big ‘tourist’ adventures – the best of both worlds. Well-dressed dogs, crowded buses, amazing street food and unusual business practices – I enjoyed it all.
Kenya via London- giraffes, monkeys and picnics
Visiting Nairobi, Kenya and a childhood friend. An unexpected stop in London, and then giraffes, hikes, the beautiful Lake Naivasha and monkeys stealing mangos.
Sacred Valley – always finding something wondrous
A few days in the Sacred Valley, exploring with a local guide and taking time to really learn the history and meet local people. The ruins at Ollantaytambo and Moray are spectacular, and travelling by scooter was the most fun.
Guatemala – Where I got my groove back
Guatemala – solo travel, making new friends, living with local family, volunteering
Bogota – and leaving Kansas
It’s my last night in Bogota, Colombia and I am excited to report that my ass is, in fact, bad enough for South America. Although that may seem absurd when I tell you that...
South America – Here I Come!
I am travelling to South America for the very first time and I am scared and excited! I will be visiting Colombia and Bolivia but actually living in Peru for 3 months. This will be my first out of country experience as an nomad! South America, here I come!
