Off the (well) beaten track – Peru’s Alternative Inca Trails

Without doubt, Machu Picchu is the most famous attraction in Peru. The winding Inca trail draws people from across the world, but like so many of the World Heritage Sites, Machu Picchu’s awe and attraction comes at a cost. Over 400,000 people visit every year and, whilst the Peruvian government has restricted the amount of […]

May 14, 2013

Experiences | May 2013

Inkaterra launches Walking to Wellness Programme

The human body is designed to thrive in a ‘natural’ environment. It’s worrying then that we’re experiencing the largest global exodus from rural areas to cities in history, with an estimated five million to be ‘geographically cut off from nature’ this year (Spa Finder Wellness Report 2013). With ‘nature deficit disorder’ a new buzz-term, and […]

January 4, 2013

Our Peru | January 2013

Travel to Peru in 2014 with Inkaterra

A new year gives travellers the chance to plan a trip to one of the destinations they have dreamed of visiting. With South America named one of the go-to destinations for 2014, and a 10% increase in tourism to Peru expected, Inkaterra is looking forward to another successful year. Here are just some of the reasons […]

September 25, 2012

Experiences | September 2012

A Mystical Andean Experience with The UNU Spa at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

The recent Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2012 saw another great award for Inkaterra. Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel has been placed in the top 5 Best Spas in the South and Central America region. The UNU Spa combines both the classic nurturing of a luxury Spa with a mystical Andean approach. All products […]

September 10, 2012

Food and Drink | September 2012

Say Bye to Sushi and Hi to Ceviche

For those who keep up to date with the culinary delights of the world will know that Peruvian food is the up and coming cuisine of the moment. The South American country’s mouthwatering cured-fish ceviches, spicy mashed-potato causas and tender alpaca steaks are going global. Last week saw Phil Vickery from ITV’s ‘This Morning’ take us […]

August 24, 2012

Experiences | August 2012

A Digital-Detox with Inkaterra

When was the last time you went without checking your emails or phone? We live in a world where we use our mobile devices on average every ten minutes, so when we do have a break, we find it difficult to completely switch off. In today’s technologically advanced world, even on holiday mobile phones are […]

March 28, 2012

Awards & Accolades | March 2012

Machu Picchu Rediscovered at the Royal Geographical Society

Celebrations marking 100 years since the discovery of Machu Picchu took place throughout last year, but there’s justified reason to extend the centenary. Addressing a full audience of Royal Geographical Society members, author and explorer Hugh Thomson last night gave an illuminating talk about the complicated discovery of the ‘Lost City of the Incas’, and how the […]

March 14, 2012

Food and Drink | March 2012

Cocktails at El MaPi – Machu Picchu Pueblo

If you’re in downtown Aguas Calientes to visit Machu Picchu and the surrounding area, why not pay a visit to the buzzy, hip cocktail bar at El MaPi hotel byInkaterra? We have great atmosphere and a delicious range of cocktails using fresh Peruvian fruits and spirits. It’s a great place to meet fellow travellers and […]