Cusco, Peru is one of my favorite places in South America but it seems that the charm and popularity of Cusco is taking a toll on the wallet. Karen and Kevin are a couple traveling around the world and report from Cusco that their 4 year old guidebook is out-of-date regarding the prices of food and hotels in Cusco. Yet, they’re still enjoying seeing all the great archaeological sites around Cusco.

Around the World with Karen and Kevin should be an interesting blog to follow.

Here’s a list of some of the interesting people and their blogs traveling around South America:

Brazil 101: Almost like Spanish?
Takes a look at Brazil from Sao Paulo to Fortaleza.

Kuelap, the Fortress of the Clouds
An article written by Laurel Thompson provides insight into this lesser known historical site in Peru.

Ecuador: Perhaps the Perfect Family Destination
Peter Lauffer is putting together the essential site for anyone traveling to the Galapagos in Galapagos Traveler

Kat & Ben in Patagonia
Traveling along Ruta 40, some great photos of the mountains

Brynn experiencing the Atacama Desert
Great photos.

Rachel photographing Peru
She’s taken some lovely photos.

Photos of Chan Chan
Taken by Abbey & Elliott at another one of Peru’s fascinating locations.

An Italian biomedical engineer has been trekking through some of the great scenery of South America, such as the Cordillera Blanca. His flickr page has some really great photos of Peru.