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Paddle Boarding
BY ISABELLE RODDY On day 7 of our adventure we traveled to Lake Puray, an area outside of Cusco. After about an hour's drive we arrived...
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Winthrop University VPSA
May 221 min read
Machu Picchu
BY MONTE' CURRY We had the chance as a group to explore Machu Picchu, and it was one of the best experiences I have had in my life. It...
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May 212 min read
Visit to a Local School
BY AALIYAH HANEY Being in Peru grew my passion for learning about and teaching diverse students. As a future educator, I wanted to gain...
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May 201 min read
Day 8: School Visit, San Pedro Produce Market, San Cristo'bal Lookout Point, "Siete Borreguitos", the Artist District, Sacsayhuaman, and the Coricancha
Our day began with pure joy at Institución Educativa Inicial N° 417 San Borja. The adorable students, ages 3-5, greeted us with open arms...
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May 172 min read
Admiring Peruvian Culture in Art & Food
BY KAITNY STROMAN We have been immersed in the Peruvian culture for about eight days. Throughout this experience the culture in Lima...
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Winthrop University VPSA
May 152 min read
Day 7: Huaypo Lagoon Adventure & Peruvian Cooking
Sunday marked Mother’s Day in both Peru and the United States, setting the tone for a special day ahead. We embarked on our journey at...
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May 131 min read
Day 6: Machu Picchu
At 6:00 am, we gather for breakfast before catching a bus to Machu Picchu. Excited, we join the queue, boarding just in time for our 7:00...
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May 122 min read
Embracing Tradition in Mullakas Misminay
BY AALIYAH HANEY On our fourth day of being in Perú, we explored a village called Mullakas Misminay. This village was positioned in the...
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May 111 min read
Day 5: Saying goodbye to the Sacred Valley, two surprise excursions, visit to Ollantaytambo, and Expedition train to Aguas Calientes
I rose early this morning, relishing the tranquility of the Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay resort. Greeted by the cheerful vendors and...
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May 101 min read
Day 4: Visiting the Salt Mines, Musminay Village, & Moray Incan Laboratory
Day 4 was packed with adventure. After breakfast, we embarked on a challenging journey to the salt mines amidst drizzling rain. Despite...
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May 91 min read
Day 3: Cusco and Sacred Valley Journey
Our group convened early at 5:45 am to prepare for our flight to Cusco. Despite the early hour, our new Travel Director, Juan Manuel...
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May 81 min read
Day 2: Touring Lima
Our second day in Lima, Peru, began with a restful night and a filling breakfast at the hotel. We embarked on a driving tour of the city,...
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May 71 min read
Day 1: Peru Bound via Miami!
We started our journey early! We met our Associate VP for Facilities, James Grigg, on campus Monday, May 6th at 5:30 am to depart for...
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