Melina Goldman

Experience strategist turned travel writer. Melina has personally researched and visited every destination on this site across Japan, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand.
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A teapot pouring in soup into a bowl full of dry ramen materials at a restaurants as part of the Lima food scene
Peru

Your Guide to the Lima Food Scene: Where to Eat and What to Try

Different food and food types to look for when eating in Lima, Peru, and some restaurants to try in one of the best culinary cities in the world.

The Archbishop's palace and cathedral in the historic center for your Lima itinerary
Peru

The Perfect 3 Day Lima Itinerary to Best Enjoy the Capital of Peru

Is Lima, Peru worth visiting? Yes! This article will guide you through a Lima itinerary that focuses on culinary, archaeological, and entertainment aspects.

A tent in front of a lake with mountains in the background during a pink sunset on the Lares Trek - the landscapes are more beautiful when comparing the Lares trek vs Inca trail
Peru

The Lares Trek vs Inca Trail: Why You Should Consider the Alternative Hike

Considering the Lares trek vs Inca Trail? This article will answer your questions to help you decide if this is the right hike for you.

Visiting Machu Picchu with rays of sunshine coming over the mountains at sunset - visited with Alpaca Expeditions, one of the best Inca trail tour operators
Peru

Your Options for Visiting Machu Picchu, from Day Tours to Multi-Day Hikes

The various options for visiting Machu Picchu ranging from day trips to multi-day hikes, including the Short Inca Trail (recommended).

Two people standing in front of a turquoise lagoon in front of a snow-capped mountain on the Lares Trek Peru
Peru

Ultimate Guide to the Lares Trek Peru: Unveiling the Authentic Countryside

Looking for a cultural experience to Machu Picchu? Read about the value of the Lares Trek as an alternative to the Classic Inca Trail.

An archaeological site in the Sacred Valley known for its farming tiers in a circular formation and on the Boleto Turistico Cusco
Peru

What to Know About the Boleto Turistico Cusco and Other Parts of Peru

All your questions about the Boleto Turistico Cusco and Colca Canyon, the ticket packages for visiting various sites in Peru

The Salineras de Maras, incredible salt mines that can be visited on the Sacred Valley tour and one of the things to do in Cusco
Peru

A Glimpse into the Things to Do in Cusco, Peru with a Sample Itinerary

Here are the different things to do in Cusco, the time frame required for each activity, and sample itineraries based on your interests.

The view into the Colca Canyon when traveling from Arequipa to Colca Canyon, Peru
Peru

How to Get from Arequipa to Colca Canyon in Peru

Looking to go from Arequipa to Colca Canyon with or without a tour group? This article clears up the confusion around visiting the canyon.

Detailed white arches carved into stone and one of the things to do in Arequipa
Peru

The Top Things to Do in Arequipa and Colca Canyon for a 4+ Day Itinerary

A flexible itinerary with the things to do in Arequipa and the Colca Canyon, breaking down the different options and details to visit them.

Four people smiling at the camera during a homestay on Amantani Island in Lake Titicaca
Peru

An Amantani Island Homestay in Lake Titicaca: Everything You Need to Know

An explanation of an Amantani Island homestay experience on Lake Titicaca and the best way to find the appropriate tour and homestay.

Terraces located on the side of a lake - things to do at Lake Titicaca
Peru

The Top Things to Do at Lake Titicaca: A Peru and Bolivia Itinerary

The various things to do at Lake Titicaca in both Peru and Bolivia, with an itinerary to visit islands and cross the border between the two.

Buses and cars and people flowing through the city showing different La Paz transportation
Bolivia

The Various La Paz Transportation Options When in Bolivia

The different La Paz transportation options, to best visit, experience, and navigate the city and surrounding area (especially when Google Maps won't help you).