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How Much Does a Machu Picchu Trip Cost?
on: by Tim Leffel
One of the seven wonders of the world and by most accounts the most popular tourist destination in South America for foreigners, Machu Picchu is on the list of almost every first-time visitor to Peru. If you look at Peru’s advertising
Bike Rio on a Tour or On Your Own
on: by Tim Leffel
Rio de Janeiro may be a sprawling city, but it’s surprisingly easy to get around there, including on a bike. You can take a Rio tour with a guide and cover a lot of ground while getting some context, or you
The Best Bottles of Tequila for Under $15 in Mexico
on: by Tim Leffel
My advice is always to look for the local bargains wherever you go in the world. In Mexico that includes good tequila for a good price. For a whole lot of brands, you can expect to pay half what you would
6 Reasons to Book an Organized Travel Tour Instead of Doing it On Your Own
on: by Tim Leffel
On my three long trips around the world as a backpacker, I was a staunchly independent traveler who definitely looked down on the sheep who were on an organized travel tour. Those idiots! Now that I’m making a real living though
The Cost of Living in Ecuador for Expats
on: by Tim Leffel
The cost of living in Ecuador is quite low for expats and the country continually shows up as one of the cheapest places to retire in the world. As Ecuador resident and author Susan Schenck says, “I knew I could not