Last Wednesday, I hosted a sold-out speaking workshop in Cusco for my fellow Remotes. My hotel had a sweet space called the ‘Sun Room’ which felt perfectly Zen for practicing public speaking. In honor of my friend and mentor: Cole GP who passed suddenly, the theme for the evening centered around Improv.
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Cusco’s Curious Fireworks Fascination
I love fireworks. Maybe it’s cuz I’m a July 11th baby, 1 week after the 4th? Fireworks remind me of “Summer, summer summer time! Time to sit back and unwind...aaand unwiiind.” Cusco LOVES fireworks. Maybe a little too much? I know what you’re thinking... “But, Matt, is there such thing as too much fireworks?” Well, actually yes. I'll explain...
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Quinoa Salad, with Andean cheese!
Cusquenan Cuisine
One thing that stands out in Cusco Peru is the FOOD. Seems like there’s a fierce culinary competition and every restaurant plays the game. It’s probably because Cusco is a major tourist town, and they know that they have to cater to fickle, hungry American and European tourists who just got done with a 4 day hike?
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Cousteau Community Service Day in Cusco
Yesterday, 19 Remotes hopped on a bus and headed to the Azul Wasi orphanage, just outside of Cusco. Azul Wasi is a non profit home for at-risk children and teens that were abandoned on the streets of Cusco. We brought lunch and ate with the kids; cleaned up the greenhouse & planted veggies and fruits; did arts and crafts with the kids; played futbol together; etc. Also, we donated our fundraiser $ for the kids to buy warm winter clothes. Special thanks to Arestia, Max, Kirsten, Sam & Travis for organizing this awesome event.
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To Beard or Not to Beard?
One of my goals this year is to push myself out of my comfort zone. So far, so good. I’ve traveled more than ever; lived in 4 foreign cities; kinda learned Spanish; climbed a mountain; lost a toenail; etc. And, now, I’ve grown a beard.
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Cusco Welcome Party
Kudos to Travis & Sam for planning a perfect Peruvian Welcome Party! We arrived to this amazing mansion overlooking Cusco and of course a llama was chillin’ n waiting to greet us. (Cuz, llamas are a thing here) And the path was lit by torches. The mansion had an incredible view, a draw bridge, impressive rooms with Peruvian style decor, a church adjacent to the house, a sweet little fire pit, etc. All great vibes at the party last night!
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Hello, Cusco!
I’ve been lacking in blog updates lately because of 2 things: 1) traveling; and 2) work. I took a side trip from La Paz to Buenos Aires but I’m in Peru now! City #4, Cusco, aka Cuzco. It's charming, cute and cozy. I haven’t explored much yet but, this Sunday, I’m embarking on a 4 day hike of the Inca Trail, which leads up to the top of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Modern Wonders of the World. Can't wait!
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