Tag Archives: Peru

Chew On This

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Brian D. Butler

In the course of my travels, I’ve seen all kinds of hotel and hostel promotional giveaways and handouts. The typical items are postcards, imprinted pens, local maps and even branded bottles of water, but the Kokopelli Backpacker Hostel has topped … Continue reading →

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Voyage Peru

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Brian D. Butler

This lovely short video tour of Peru was directed by Rob Kolodny of the New York-based House of Nod creative production company. Wandering with a few friends, he created a warm, sweet peek at the colorful culture of Peru.

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Machu Picchu: Then & Now

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

On July 24, 1911 the now famous ruins at Machu Picchu were nearly lost to time and the jungle. Today marks the 100th anniversary of Hiram Bingham’s “rediscovery” of South America’s premier tourist attraction.

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