05 April 2024

1. Your Very Own Personal Travel Concierge After the initial consultation which is usually an online video call or in person, if possible, I will liaise with you in whatever way best suits you. I am available via WhatsApp, phone, or video call to help you with your travel needs. 2. Booking with Travel Professional Struggling to differentiate your Express Pass from your Explorer Pass from your Unlimited Pass? I’m here to help. As a Travel Professional I am constantly training and upskilling with the products that we offer. This means I can make sure we are booking the right thing for you. 3. Pre-clearance for the USA from Dublin and Shannon An oldie, but a goodie! We will never tire of shouting about this ultimate time saving service. You can clear not only U.S. immigration, but also full U.S. customs and agriculture controls. Land in the US as a local so not a second of your trip is wasted. 4. Direct flights from Dublin to Orlando Settle in for your super comfortable direct flight, with your in-flight meal, upgraded in-flight entertainment. The flight is usually about 9 or 10 hours, leaving in the afternoon and arriving in the evening. Orlandos currently 5 hours ahead. (So, no jet lag until you come home! 5. We take care of the big things and the little things Whether you are hiring a car or needing airport transfers – we got you covered from the moment you get off the plane. What is more, we can help you with any additional experience like a visit to Kennedy Space Centre or a trip to Clearwater Beach. 6. 24/7 Support When you Travel If you need anything during your stay – we are only a phone call away. It’s like we are there with you – but we’re not! 7. Universals Endless Summer Resort Regardless of whether you decide to stay at the smaller surfside or make the most of the pools at dockside you can benefit from an affordable option close to the park with early park admission and free shuttles to and from the parks. If this isn’t for you, we have lots of other approved accommodations both on international drive and within the resort 8. Universal Orlando Resort App This app is amazing and allows you to redeem select theme park tickets and Universal Express passes, see the latest wait times, access maps, and so much more. Plus, it's easy to stay connected while you’re here with free Wi-Fi throughout the parks and Universal CityWalk. 9. The Rides! Jurassic World VelociCoaster is the fastest and tallest launch coaster in Florida. At the very start of the ride, you'll launch 70mph in just 2.4 seconds through the Raptor paddock, barely missing the Raptors and being way too close for comfort! For Harry Potter fans you could do Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure which is in the Hogsmeade section in Islands of Adventure. 10. CityWalk Dining The names themselves speak volumes – Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Toothsome Chocolate Emporium, Hot Dog Hall of Fame, and Illuminations Minion Café to name a few! Get in touch to book your Universal Adventure today.

27 September 2023

On Monday, myself and my colleagues were welcomed onboard the Norwegian Star. After boarding and being greeted by the incredibly friendly staff, we were impressed with the bright and fresh aesthetic to the inside of the ship. Having undergone an extensive refurbishment in 2021 it felt like a much newer ship. Catering for just over 2300 passengers, it just goes to show bigger isn’t always best. The speciality dining options on this ship are outstanding. Cagneys Steakhouse (which is strategically located right next to the mojito bar, sounds like a perfect evening to me!), La Cucina, Moderno Churrascaira, Le Bistro (which also comes highly recommended), Sushi and Teppanyaki. One of my colleagues had tried the steak onboard and said it was best steak he had ever had! If you didn’t have the speciality dining package (I would recommend having it for the full experience), you still have plenty of options such as Aqua, Versailles, O’ Sheehans Bar and Grill, Topsiders Bar and Grill and Ginza. There are 10 bars and lounges onboard each with their own vibe, from Spice H20, which is an adults only chilled out area to Bliss Ultra Lounge for late night dancing, there really is the freedom to choose. Onboard entertainment comprises of the casino, spa, shows every evening, Splash Academy which is a comprehensive kids club for 3 and up, and even a teen zone which is an “adult free zone”. It’s clear to see Norwegian Cruise Lines value family. The Stardust Theatre impressed me, both in size and layout and would be far superior, in my opinion to some more modern style ships. Before ending our visit we were treated to lunch in the main dining room, Versailles. I absolutely loved the layout and the feel of this dining room, and the food was incredible. When it came time to disembark I started to think about the passengers who were coming back onboard whether they had stayed in Cobh or Ventured into Cork City or took part on an organised group tour. This was an all-Ireland cruise, stopping in Cobh, Dingle, Limerick, Galway and Belfast. If the passengers onboard had to take a land-based holiday to see the sights they would spend hours driving from destination to destination. With cruising they are getting to see the highlights and while they get from place to place they are enjoying fantastic shows, relaxing, and eating and drinking to their harts content! The Norwegian Star has some impressive European, South American and Trans-Atlantic itineraries where you really get the best of a resort based holiday with some incredible ports of call. Get in touch to get booking your next cruise, I’d love to hear from you!

27 September 2023

We loved Barcelona. It has a reputation of being one of the most attractive cities in Europe with a cosmopolitan vibe. Being so well connected, it is one of the most popular cities in Europe. We stayed in the Hotel Arts Barcelona, which has a prime beachfront location and is just 20 minute taxi or bus ride to Las Ramblas. We preferred to explore the city on public transport. The buses were quick and easy to navigate and it was easy with a contactless card. As we checked in on a Friday afternoon there were quite a few other people checking in at the same time so we had a bit of a wait, which was softened by the complimentary champagne. On arrival my son was given a “Arts Kids” backpack, with a map and sticker book, he was delighted. During our stay every single staff member greeted both me and my son, from the reception staff to dining staff to the porters. I can’t say for sure if it was the warm Spanish culture or the 5 star service but the staff were exceptional. We were upgraded on arrival to a Panoramic City View Room, and this completely lived up to it’s description, the view of Barcelona Beach was outstanding. To quote my 3 year old “Can we just stay in the room Mammy, it’s so nice?!” The breakfast was delicious with an amazing buffet selection as well as the option of ordering eggs or pancakes to the table. This breakfast was up there with some of the best breakfasts I have ever had. The first day we arrived, after checking in and getting settled in, we went for a stroll along the beach, and had a beautiful beachfront dinner literally right outside the hotel. The next day, after some time in the roof top pool, we got the Montjuc Cable car to Montjuc Castle for amazing views of the city and we had some mouthwatering churros. I was planning to do a kids tour of the city, where they do a treasure hunt and take the kids for churros, but I left it too late to book and it was sold out. We’ll do it next time! I’m also hoping to return and do the Sagrada Familia, hop on hop off bus, the aquarium and the Dali Museum. All in all we had a great time, and we’ll be going back at some point, either as a city break or as part of a larger itinerary. Barcelona boasts direct flights from Cork, Dublin, Shannon and Knock (Knock to Girona - Girona airport is 20 minutes in a taxi to Girona Train station and from there you can get a train that will get you into Barcelona Sants - central Barcelona - in less than 45 minutes).It’s also the start and end point for some amazing Mediterranean cruises, and it’s definitely worth doing a few nights pre-cruise. Get in touch to book your Barcelona break or to see how Barcelona can tie into your next holiday!

27 September 2023

Valencia is a beautiful, modern city, lying right in the middle of Spains Mediterranean Coast with direct flights from Cork and Dublin. Valencia is best known for Paella, the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, urban beaches and vibrant nightlife. I spent two nights in Valencia with my 3 and a half year old son as part of a larger itinerary. (Check out my Trains in Spain Blog) and I’m ready to report back! Where to stay: We stayed at the Sercotel Sorolla Palace which was just across the road from the Melia Valencia, while we weren’t super central, we were about a 10 minute taxi from the old town or 30 minutes on public transport to the old town. They had a lovely rooftop pool and a kids club on site were there were actively getting the kids involved in movie nights in the evenings which I loved. For a more 5 star experience I would also recommend the SH Valencia Palace which is right in Turia Gardens. How to get around: We loved the public transport system. With the help of the “CityMapper” app we were able to conquer the buses and metro fairly easily, paying about €1.50 for a bus ride and about €4 for the metro it was a fun way to travel. Taxis were readily available, as were bicycles. What to do: Our hotel was so nice that the day we arrived we went for a swim and got some food in a nearby restaurant and settled in with a movie night in the hotel. It’s worth noting, especially when travelling with children, a lot of the restaurants don’t open until 8pm for dinner. We visited Gullivers Park, which is a huge playground shaped like Gulliver himself. This was the biggest playground I have ever been to and it was a huge hit. We went to Oceanogràfic which is a fantastic aquarium, where we saw seals, turtles, clown fish and crabs. This may have been the highlight of our trip. We kayaked around the City of Arts and Sciences. Which is of the largest scientific and cultural complexes in Europe. It is made up of impressive buildings such as the Hemisfèric and Oceanogràfic, and stands out because of its avant-garde architecture. For us this was more than enough for the time we were there. I was hoping to take a boat tour of the Caves of San Jose, but it was booked up in advance. Other things I would consider doing on my next visit would be hiring bicycles and cycling around Turia Gardens. Turia Gardens is a huge park which runs through the city like a river, spreading over 9 kilometres. I would visit the Bioparc and spend more time in the City of Arts and Sciences at the museums and art venues. All in all we had a great time, Valencia has so much to offer, for us it was an amazing family friendly sunny city break. For others it has thriving nightlife. With a year round schedule from Cork and Dublin, it seems nearly criminal not to pay Valencia a visit. Get in touch to hear more about how I can tailor-make a city break for you, or connect it to part of a larger itinerary!

21 September 2023

How do you decide your next destination? In my line of work I have an endless supply of inspiration. Every new enquiry sets the wheel in motion for thoughts and ideas on my own next trip. My problem is eliminating the tempting choices so that I am left with exactly the right trip. This year I knew I wanted to stay relatively close to home because we had been to Toronto and Mexico last year, and I have a few things in the pipeline for the coming year. So we hit the “old reliable” – Spain. So then, I knew we wanted to go to Spain, and we definitely wouldn't want to go to Dublin for that flight. I have no problem with Dublin Airport for long haul flights, but when you’re staying in Europe, it’s such a TREAT to fly in and out of Cork. I also knew that it wouldn't suit us just to go to one place and come home AND I know if we were moving around I don’t want to double back on ourselves - so we’d travel along the coast! My next question, how can I create a trip that had something for me, a grown up and my son, a 3 and half year old boy? After studying time tables, destinations and excursions, I landed on the perfect itinerary. We flew from Cork to Valencia, spent some time here enjoying paella, visiting Gulliver’s Park and the aquarium. Read more on my “Valencia Adventure” blog. After having our fill of fun in Valencia we caught the fast train to Barcelona. This was just two and a half hours from Valencia and covered nearly 350 kilometres. While the train station was busy, there was no check in time required and no faffing around with luggage. When we got on board the meal service was limited, but we had our own snacks and some activities to keep us occupied. There was preassigned seating so we didn’t have to worry about seats together. In Barcelona we ate churros until we were fit to burst, got the Montjuic Cable car and enjoyed a bit of time at the beach. Read more on my “Beach Bliss in Barcelona” blog. When it was time to move on from Barcelona we caught our second and final train of the trip up to the Costa Brava, to where we chilled (kind of!) by the pool, splashed on the waterslides and baked on the beach. To finish we pottered on to Girona airport for our leisurely flight back to our darling ORK. We had the most amazing time and this was the perfect itinerary for us. The direct flights from Cork were seamless, both inbound and outbound flights departed and arrived on time, with very respectable mid morning or afternoon flight times. We breezed through airport security in Cork in less than 10 minutes. Train travel with a small person is ideal, no long waits at extra airports, the excitement of a train journey was a day out in itself. I had private transfers booked for each part of the journey as I wasn’t sure how available taxis were going to be. It’s unquestionably the way forward. I’m a firm believer that no two holidays are ever the same and this trip was one to remember for us. Get in touch to book your next unique tailormade adventure!

24 May 2023

I travelled to Cobh last week for an afternoon of indulgence on the Celebrity Apex and it exceeded my expectations. Our group was welcomed onboard and ushered to Eden, one of the main restaurants, for coffee and treats. The wine and cuisine at Eden are rooted in nature and draw inspiration from the areas they visit throughout the world. The interior, is green and lush while still being airy with lots of space and of course, amazing sea views. From there we were given the grand tour of the ship. A highlight for me was the Retreat area. This serene haven is exclusive to Retreat Class guests. Guests staying in suites have direct access to the retreat area. We stopped on the magic carpet, which is a cutting edge design that moves up and down between decks, functioning as a bar while at sea and in some ports or as a tendering area when the tender boats are in operation. The view from here was outstanding and you really felt this area protruding from the rest of the ship. The roof top garden has a huge outdoor area for drinks, barbecues and entertainment, again with a very lush green interior. There are 29 bars, restaurants and lounges, so we didn’t get the chance to visit them all in an afternoon, but I’m sure over the course of a 7 night cruise the challenge could be accepted! The Club, which is fairly self explanatory starts at 10pm till late, and is the place to go for evening entertainment. Blu restaurant, a speciality restaurant for Aqua Class guests, who will also have complimentary access to the spa area, is an exquisite restaurant with tables for two. The chefs are trained in such a way that the food its prepared in a light and healthy way, while retaining a fabulous taste. We ended the evening with Le Petit Chef, which was show that was projected onto our plates. This was a fusion of entertainment and cuisine of the highest calibre. We were entertained between courses and wowed with the food. All in all, its easy to see why Celebrity Apex was verified by the Forbes Travel Guide as One of the Finest Resorts at Sea. Between the outstanding service, serene interior design and laid back luxurious vibe you would be absolutely at ease with life and completely recharged after a week onboard. Get in touch to book your Celebrity Cruise!

29 March 2023

My sister, her husband and their 18 month old son just got back from Paris. (Fair enough he’s not quite a pre-schooler yet!) I haven’t been to Paris in a few years. So, I took the opportunity to sit down with her and extract as much information about their trip as I could! What did you find helpful when travelling with a very small child in Paris? When we arrived in Orly, we started to queue for a taxi, it looked like we could be there quite a while but within moments we were ushered to a priority queue for people with strollers and wheelchair users. When we were departing Orly there was a “Salon Du Bebe”, which had a small play area, cots, bottle warmer, sinks, bins, changing table and high chair. This was so helpful while we were waiting to board our flight. While we were in Paris there were loads of playgrounds and open green spaces for our toddler to run around. As well as that French people love children! We felt really welcome and lots of people stopped to chat to our baby! It was fun. How did you find getting around? We mostly got the train / underground system which was pretty straightforward to use, we even took the train back to the airport at the end of our trip. What were some of your favourite thing do to in Paris with a toddler? We took the funicular to Sacre Couer, when we got to the top of the hill there was a fun atelier style art studio, crepes and hot wine. Then we got the Little Train of Montmartre down. Little people love little trains! We also went to the Jardin du Plants where there was a menagerie with goats, deer and flamingos, a reptile zoo with blue frogs, snakes and tarantulas as well as some dinosaur exhibits, a merry go round and hot chocolate, lots of fun for everyone! What did you visit in Paris that you hadn’t thought of before? One of the days it was raining we ran into the shopping centre in the Louvre basement, we had never intended on going in there but it was fantastic! There were loads of shops we had never visited before. My husband loved the Shakespeare and Co bookshop and a restaurant called Le Relais De L’Entrecote. It was a real Parisian bistro. I liked seeing the restaurant from “Emily in Paris” and I loved the Marie Curie museum which was completely free of charge and you were able to see laboratory and garden. What would you say to someone planning their first visit to Paris with a young child? There are loads of flights from Dublin and a few from Cork, try to get good times. It’s only a short flight so it’s the perfect tester trip if you’re not sure how the flight is going to go. Overall it was a great trip and we all enjoyed it. Definitely worth a visit. Get in touch today, if you would like me to start planning your next trip to Paris.

16 March 2023

November 2022 Mexico is one of the top tourist destinations in the world so we were very excited to get to go there! I was traveling with my son who was two and half at the time. There were so many options in terms of accommodation it can be hard to choose - so we chose two, one that I loved and one that I knew he would love! First we stayed in Fives Ocean Front in the small fishing village of Puerto Morelos and then we went on to Dreams Jade, just outside the village. On arrival at the Fives Oceanfront in Puerto Morales we had some dinner in their Ro Marley beach house while we were waiting to check in. We had a phenomenal dinner of jerk chicken (and chicken fingers) in the restaurant overlooking the beach. We had our Mexican breakfasts here the next two mornings, every meal we had here was absolutely divine! The vibe here was so chill and authentic! It was just a 10 minute stroll (even with the stroller) into the village. It was wonderful to explore night markets and authentic Mexican food and still feel safe. As a bonus there is a fun playground in the middle of the square! We also checked into Dreams Jade which is a beautiful resort. It's not the biggest or the flashiest of all the Dreams properties but the beach was gorgeous!! While we were there we went out for dinner in Capers, which was Italian cuisine, and we went to Spice which was Asian cuisine both of which my son and I loved! There was nightly entertainment in Dreams Jade, the highlight being a cirque du soleil style show on the last night of our holiday. During our stay in Mexico we visited the cenotes, which are large natural swimming pools, some of which are underwater in caves. This was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend it! We also visited Crococun Zoo, which is an interactive zoo. This hit the nail exactly on the head for travellers with smaller children as it really is super interactive and it's a relatively small zoo so it was really easy to manage. Mexico really is a magical country, the people there love children and we were well received everywhere we went. My son had a ball and I’m looking forward to getting back in a few years for a different experience. Next time I plan on visiting Isla Mujeres, Isla Holbox, Chichen Itza, the Tulum Ruins and Xel Ha Marine Park. There’s lots of flight routes to Mexico, whether you decide to work in a layover or bee-line to the beach. If you're thinking of visiting Mexico and want to see what your dream trip looks like, why not give me a call?

16 March 2023

When I was planning our trip to Mexico, I found a fantastic rate on flights with AirCanada, stopping over in Toronto. As Toronto was always on the list and I had a friend I wanted to visit there it was only natural that we make the most of the stop. The flight was excellent, apart from a two and a half year old little boy that did not want to stay in his seat! On arrival we checked in to ALT Airport Hotel Toronto. This hotel was the perfect choice for us, it’s actually in the airport so we didn't have to get transfers or navigate public transport when we got off our flight - we just took the free, internal train to the hotel For our sightseeing we used the Toronto City Pass. This was excellent value and covered all of our sightseeing! I would consider this a necessity for anyone who's heading to Tornoro for the first time. We would have spent way more had we paid locally. Our first stop was an early morning visit to the CN Tower. It was super easy to get there by train from our airport hotel. Because we went on a weekday morning it wasn't too busy and the clouds usually come in in the afternoon so we had an amazing view. After that we went to the Aquarium, which is right next to the CN Tower (you can see the roof of the Aquarium from the glass floor in the Tower). The Aquarium was huge and if you had more time in Toronto you could easily spend half a day here. There was a massive soft play center in the middle of the aquarium and a little café to get something light to eat. After the Aquarium we had a delicious poutine lunch! Once we were refueled we went to the Royal Ontario Museum. I was initially hesitant to the suggestion of visiting a museum but this exceeded my expectations! There was an ancient Greek exhibition, an exhibition from the Indigenous people of Canada, a huge display of Canadian wildlife and most importantly, dinosaurs galore! We finished the day with some dinner in a Sports Bar close to the Rodgers Stadium. The Toronto BlueJays were playing that evening so the atmosphere was lively. We caught the train back to our hotel, tired, happy and full of food! Toronto is a wonderful city with lots to offer, it was easily accessible even with the stroller. The people there were fantastically polite My son absolutely loved it and I can't wait to get back for a longer stay and hit Niagara Falls, have some amazing food and wine experiences and explore Ontario. Toronto is just a direct flight from Dublin and is our gateway to Eastern Canada. If you want to chat about your Canadian adventure, why not give me a call?

08 May 2023

New York City! Wowzers. Having been blown away by the big apple with my sister a few years ago, I hadn’t thought too much about it until recently, but what a time we had. We arrived in late and it was already dark, which suited us, because we wanted to see the bright lights of New York from a yellow taxi. I would highly recommend this. It got our trip off to the perfect start. For our first day sightseeing, we were women on a mission. We were up early to get our sight seeing done. We hit Top of The Rock, The Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, we got out to see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. This was a busy day for us and we were so glad to have skip the line passes and had our route well thought out. My absolute favourite was the trip out to Ellis Island, it was raining and we got wet (should have brought rain jackets) but I can’t resist a boat trip! With our first day sightseeing mission completed, we were free to completely soak in the atmosphere. The rest of our time in The Big Apple was spent brunching and grazing on delicious food and getting a little bit off the beaten track. We spent a morning checking out the Flea Market in Chelsea and browsed vintage clothes and antiques. We spent an afternoon in Central Park away from the hustle and bustle, and hired bicycles and cycled around central park. We mastered The Subway. (That may be a bit kind, but our successful journey felt like a huge achievement). And finally on our last evening in New York City we visited some really cool, funky bars in Hells Kitchen to end our time there with a bang. I would suggest staying in Hotel Edison, which is just steps away from Times Square and has a really fun art-deco vibe. We stayed in New York for 4 nights, and while the average night stay in New York is 4 or 5 nights, we could have easily spent a week there. It’s definitely not the kind of city that if you’ve been there once you’re done, every time you go back you will find something new to explore. If you want to see what your dream New York trip might look like, get in touch!

16 March 2023

Mark Twain once said “Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and heaven was copied after Mauritius” When I visited the Island of Mauritius in 2019 I felt that quote hit the nail on the head. It has lush green landscapes, turquoise water, amazing mountains and beautiful beaches. It’s well set up for tourism without feeling crowded or massively commercialised. We stayed in two resorts, first the Constance Belle Mare Plage on the Poste de Flacq Beach on the North East, then the Heritage Le Telfair in Bel Ombre on the South. The Constance Belle Mare Plage was lovely, really nice décor, staff were so attentive and the food was good, but I have to say the Heritage Le Telfair knocked my socks off!! It is my favourite hotel of all time! Its brought me a huge problem – nowhere has been good enough since! We were handed a drink on arrival and were brought to the room for in room check in. We were on an all-inclusive basis and it was worth every penny and more. Breakfast was devine and was brought to the room without any extra charge, the mini fridge was also restocked each day for no extra charge. We went out to hike Le Morne Brabant (which is a UNSECO world heritage site) and we were even given a beautiful picnic to take with us, as part of the all-inclusive package. We dined out every evening, my favourite restaurant was Gin’Ja, which was an Asian infusion restaurant on the beach. I will never forget having the most amazing food in the evening on the beach, watching the stars and listening to the ocean! It really felt like a once in a lifetime experience. We also had access to dine at the Heritage Awali, the sister hotel just down the road, the concierge organised all of this for us. Now, so far you probably are thinking I didn’t do much else besides enjoying the resort and eating! Not the case. There is a plethora of activities in Mauritius. I did scuba diving for the first time and it was amazing to see the Sea Turtles chilling on the bottom of the ocean floor. There are fantastic hikes in Mauritius, I also visited the 7 Coloured Earth Geopark. There was the option here to do quad biking, zipline and a Nepalese bridge which I took three steps into and thought better of! Mauritius was absolutely magical for me! It was a fantastic holiday with beautiful hotels topped by wonderful experiences. If you would like to know more about Mauritius either as a standalone holiday for a beach break as part of a larger itinerary, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

09 April 2023

Now, talk about a throwback! Back in 2016 I took a notion to travel to Peru for about a month. I had never visited South America and I was absolutely bursting to go. At the time none of my friends or family members were able to come with me so I took the plunge and off I went and what an opportunity it turned out to be! I had some amazing experiences and met some wonderful people, but the highlight was definitely the trek to Machu Picchu. There are three different routes you can do: Inca Trail, The Salkantay Trek and The Lares Trek. The Inca Trial is the most iconic one, it’s the busiest and the permits sell out months in advance. The Salkantay Trek is “the hike for hikers” and because its longer than the Inca Trail, it’s not as busy. Finally The Lares Trek, which is the shortest. I’d love to tell you I did the Salkantay Trek because I’m an avid hiker, but truthfully, I left it too late to book and the Inca Trail was booked up. Its fair to say I was somewhat surprised on Day 1, when I realised some of my fellow travellers had been preparing for the hike for weeks! It was a phenomenal 4-day hike from Mollepata where we were dropped off, to the town of Aguas Calientes. I must have taken more than 100 photos of the mountains but not one single one of them was able to capture how humbling it was! Words cannot describe how beautiful it really was, every day brought different coulors, and you could see snow in the morning and nearly dessert in the afternoon. The camps we stayed in as we went along were basic. I had no service on my phone for those 4 days. It was 4 days of peace and quiet, we didn’t come to a city or village until we came to Santa Teresa, where we stopped to for a well-deserved visit to the hot springs before getting into Aguas Calientes. Aguas Calientes is the hub for exploring Machu Picchu and you could go there directly if you wanted to see The Lost City of the Incas without doing a trek. We spent the night in Aguas Calientes before rising at 4am, to continue our hike into Machu Picchu. We got in as the sun was rising and before the bus loads of other visitors arrived. Once we were in the Lost City, there was lots of amazing photo opportunities and places to sit and admire. It really was the trip of a lifetime and I would recommend it to anyone to do at least once in their lives! I also visited the Rainbow Mountain, Cusco and Lake Titicaca while I was in Peru. Get in touch to book your Peruvian Adventure!