Hey Renee! I personally experienced no crime in Peru. I was a little more leery in Ecuador based on the number of personal accounts of theft I’d heard, but remained extremely vigilant and didn’t have any issues. Sounds like you have your head on straight and will be just fine! 🙂

I’m planning a trip to Peru in October and have been reading up on each location on my list. I’m not concerned about our 4 day trek, I think I can handle that and I’m not concerned about my packing….I’ve become the ninja of packing light. I have been reading little bits and pieces about the crime in Peru. Did you ever experience anything? Muggings? Petty theft? I can only assume it’s like any other country I’ve been to, just stay aware of your surroundings and you’ll be fine. But, thought I’d ask since you can give me some tips.
Thanks for the help!

I’ve only packed an umbrella once in my travels, ever… for a trip to infamously rainy London. Of course it was clear skies all week 🙂

Am looking for good casual walking shoes; just ordered a pair of Ahnu Karma online, will see how they work out. The first time I went to Italy I bought a pair of Asics Gel Kayano, in a dark color (didn’t want anything resembling American sneakers) but didn’t wear them much. Wore Easy Spirits around more.

I took a hooded Goretex raincoat and left an umbrella behind.

I left that hat at the bottom of the Colca Canyon… can’t tell you how devastated I was! Maybe a return trip to Peru to find another one is in order!

Hey Alexa — check my Obsessions page. I list all the photography products I use, including post-processing ones!

Just wondering are there any apps you use to edit your photos?

Hey Shea! I did rent all those things in Cusco. You can find all kinds of information about the logistics of the Inca Trail in this post. Hope that helps!