Rio De Janeiro is not the capital of Brazil but it is a city in that country that we are very familiar with. It is known for the iconic stature of Christ the Redeemer Sugarloaf Mountain and the beautiful beaches that are easily accessible from many sections of the city. We took a Sunday morning... Continue Reading →

We took a 90 minute ferry ride from Buenos Aires on the River Plate to Uruguay, located on the southeastern coast of South America. It is the second smallest country on the continent. There are 3.5 million citizens and probably more sheep/ cows/ bulls than people. We stay for one night in the charming “colonial”... Continue Reading →

This city doesn’t look or feel like South America……..maybe Paris or Prague with tree lined streets and fine avenues. The only thing that brings me back to where I am is that “things” are a little off. The buildings are in some disrepair—need cleaned, the sidewalks are speckled with broken stones and holes and there... Continue Reading →

This world heritage site is truly amazing. It was an Incan citadel built in the 15th century. The settlers literally cut the top off a mountain and built a fully functioning city with the dry stone/granite rocks. Machu Picchu sits at 7,972 feet. The Incan’s had homes, schools and plenty of storage—smack in the middle... Continue Reading →

I started off Saturday with a Gourmet Food Tour. The van came for me at my Hotel and then we stopped for one other participant. This excursion was also a lovey trip around some of the districts of Lima. It was a 9 am start so the first tasting was for an organic Peruvian cappuccino—very... Continue Reading →