Machu Picchu is getting a rest it deserves

I know it is so sad and disappointing to those of you who had scheduled to travel to Peru and visit Machu Picchu during this time when it has been closed.  I hope many have been able to postpone and come visit us later this year.  I can only speak for my travelers but know that there are so many who I am not in control of and send my well wishes out. 

On the other hand, I am happy for our ancient wonder.  The last few times I visited (and I am so lucky to have continually been able to), I felt as if I could feel the place straining under the pressure of the thousands of visitors walking all over it.  Not that I am against it.  Obviosly not.  Just sharing my late night thougts when I have the time to reflect upon my magical Peru and what I love so much about it.

As I have mentioned before, this is a resilent place with amzing people and they will not stay down for long.  Machu Picchu and all of Peru will be waiting to receive you with open arms and embrace you in a way that is unique in all the world.  So all in all,  rest well Machu Picchu, we will walk in your wonders very soon.

Cusco Floods - Community Kitchen

The women of the community have created community kitchens in Yucay and are working together to cook and feed everyone in need.

The Disaster the World Forgot

I am back on my soap box. The following photos are from the community where my kids were born in the Sacred Valley called Yucay. The degree of destruction is pretty serious although very few seem to have noticed. 86 families in this small area alone have lost their homes. This meand approximately 350 people including seniors, adults and kids. Tomorrow we are making another journey down to deliver necessities such as sugar, rice, evaporated milk, clothing, sleeping bags, tools, etc., to those in need.

Heartfelt thanks to all who have generously donated although you probably sent so much to Haiti as well. I know I did. Leave us not to forget Peru. I know I can't. I am touched by the generosity of those who have traveled with us and visited the area as well as those who have yet journeyed and are still looking forward to their visit and..........have extended a helping hand.

Things are busy on all fronts for me and it is interesting to observe my own feelings as I dance between taking care of my guests as well as trying to help the precious people who have been devastated.