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Machu Picchu

February 29, 2012

Is there a permit for entry onto the Inca Trail when I want to go?

Just click on the month you would like to embark on South America’s premier trek to see how many entry permits are still available: Official Availability of Entry Permits for the Classic 4-day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu —…

December 22, 2011

Cable Car to Choquequirao on the horizon?

For travelers to Peru, 2011 was arguably the year of Machu Picchu. We saw an internationally acclaimed, giant celebration commemorating…

September 22, 2011

Possible alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu reportedly discovered

[Originally published September 22, 2011] Eleven young explorers discovered what could be a new Inca trail that connects the town…

Susana Baca Minister of Culture (28 July 2011 to 11 December 2011)

September 12, 2011

Pressure mounts to increase Machu Picchu visitor limit ahead of UNESCO expert’s visit

[Originally published September 12, 2011] Peru’s Culture Minister Susana Baca warned that allowing a major daily increase in the number…

August 11, 2011

Visitor restrictions to Machu Picchu temporarily lifted

[Originally published August 11, 2011] Peru’s Ministry of Culture and tourism sector hammered out an agreement this week to lift…