Ola!
Made it....huff-puff...to...huff-puff...Cuzco! Not for the feint of heart, from the flight in - yes, everyone clapped when we landed safely - to the walking through town. Just a leisurely stroll at 10,800 feet had us reaching for the Advil, matte tea w/ coco leaves, coco candy, water, and a bench seat. And that was after requesting O2 to be pumped into our bedroom while we slept. Not Greg, of course, but the rest of us ladies. Besides feeling like we were walking through jello, I had alzheimers on steroids. Not a fun feeling. The good news is it only lasted 24 hours. I can say after our 1000 foot climb today to the Sacsaywaman Inca ruins in town and back down the cobblestone streets at dusk and our pisco sours we have fully acclimated to the elevation.
Food is marvellous - haven't had cuy -guinea pig- yet but wonderful alpaca, lamb, ceviche, teriditos, chicken, stuffed peppers, tomales, and choclos - roasted or maybe steamed corn w/ kernels the size of nickles, plus wonderful sweet, sweet potatoes, and potatoes and delicious side sauces that add flavor and a kick. While the girls were taking a rest Greg and I ventured to the Pisco Museum and Bar to learn about pisco and to taste. A great way to while away an hour. The girls have been enjoying the 'lemonades', from what I can tell are water mixed w/ strawberry or coconut or mint or other fruits or herbs of your choice, plus the Inka Cola which tastes like cream soda to me. Easy to enjoy crunchy corn or other nuts, fried potatoes w/ salsas and tastes of cheeses, olives and choclos so far are a hit.
Tomorrow is our Sacred Valley tour...details and photos to follow.
Buenos Noches!
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