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We’re packing our bags for an adventure in Northern Peru! This trip will take us from Lima’s busy streets to the cloud forests of Chachapoyas, where we’ll hike to hidden ruins and breathtaking waterfalls.
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While we love the thrill of the journey, flying and altitude aren’t our favorite parts—so we’re testing some new gear to make things easier. Here’s what we’re bringing, what we’re writing, and how you can make your own travels smoother.
Our Latest ArticlesGear We're Testing in Peru:Next stop: Lima! If you’ve got questions about traveling in the Peruvian Andes or want to ask about joining our next trips to Ecuador, just hit reply. And if you’re planning your own adventure soon, let us know! We really do want to know more about how our readers travel and engage with the world. Angie & Scott P.S. If you’ve read this far, you’re amazing! Want to support our work at no extra cost to you? If you plan to shop on Amazon, click ⇒ this link ⇐ first. We earn a small commission, and it helps us keep writing, reviewing, and traveling. Thank you! ❤️ |
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Are you a curious traveler seeking deeper connections? Then I invite you to learn more about transformative travel in the Americas. As cofounder of Not Your Average American, I bridge North and South America through storytelling and heartfelt advice on being a better traveler. Subscribe to our newsletter for cultural insights, travel tips, and inspiring journeys.
Not Your Average American, LLC September 18, 2025 We must act today to keep our wild forests roadless. ↓ “The roadless areas are the lungs of our country.” — Ryan Dibala, birding guide and conservationist Roadless forests are under threat - your voice still matters. This morning, I read a message from my colleague and coaching client Ryan Dibala that lit a fire under me. The Trump Administration is once again trying to roll back the Roadless Area Conservation Rule — a safeguard that protects...
THE RAMBLER Occasional Notes from Not Your Average American Some links in this newsletter are affiliate links. Your clicks and purchases help us keep sharing stories and tips. Thank you for supporting our work! Is Kuelap the next Machu Picchu? We hope not. What makes Kuelap special is precisely that it isn’t overrun with mass tourism. If you want a glimpse of what Machu Picchu might have felt like before the crowds, Kuelap deserves a place on your radar. Article coming soon! Hi Reader! We’re...
The Rambler Culture Insights, Travel Tips, and Inspirational Journeys with Not Your Average American Hey Reader! We’ve been staying close to home lately—and loving it. With my parents visiting for Mother’s Day, we played tourist in our home city, exploring Portland’s sweet spots (hello, Creo chocolate!) and catching the last of the spring blooms. All that wandering has us thinking: local or far away, every place has a story. Which is why we're expanding our blog to include so much more of the...