Trip to Mexico and Peru: What It's Like to Visit 2 World Wonders in 1 Journey

I took my 77-year-old grandfather on his dream vacation to see Machu Picchu in Peru and Chichen Itza in Mexico – two of the wonders of the world that he's been talking about for years.

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You know how some people have those bucket list places they never stop mentioning? Well, for my grandfather, it was Machu Picchu. He would bring it up over family dinners, talking about the ancient Inca civilization.

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So back in February, I finally decided to ask him: "Do you want to go to Peru with me?"

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The look on his face was priceless. For the first time since meeting my grandmother, he would be going on a 2-week vacation without her, visiting the places to visit in Peru he'd dreamed about for decades.

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We knew the whole family would want to follow along with our family trip to Mexico and Peru, so I set up a group chat with my grandmother and everyone else so they could keep track of where we were and what we were doing.

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But here's the thing about traveling to remote places like Machu Picchu – staying connected isn't always easy.

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And when you're responsible for your grandfather's safety and keeping the family updated, having reliable internet becomes key.

Why Staying Connected Was Crucial for Our Trip

Before we left Denmark, I knew I needed a solution that would work across both Peru and Mexico without expensive roaming charges or unreliable service. That's when I discovered Gigsky eSIM, and honestly, it was a game-changer for our entire trip to Mexico and Peru.

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I just downloaded the Gigsky app from the app store and created an account. 

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Inside the app, there are many categories to choose from – whether you're going to one country or multiple countries, there's always a data plan that fits. 

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For our trip to Mexico and Peru adventure, I chose the Latin America package since it covered both countries perfectly.

Our Amazing Journey: Peru to Mexico

Days 1-3: Cusco, Peru - Cultural Immersion

We spent our first two days in Cusco, one of the most fascinating places to visit in Peru, to see the town and experience the incredible Peruvian culture. 

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My grandfather was like a kid in a candy store, asking questions about everything, taking pictures of the colonial architecture, trying local foods. 

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I was sharing updates and photos with our family group chat – and thanks to Gigsky's unlimited package, I never had to worry about running out of data or losing connection.

Day 4: The Train Journey to Aguas Calientes

Then we took this incredible 5-hour train ride through the most beautiful landscape and mountains I've ever seen. 

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The scenery was breathtaking, and we ended up in the little town of Aguas Calientes, which is only 25 minutes from Machu Picchu itself. 

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We spent the night there, and I could tell my grandfather was getting more and more excited about his trip finally coming true.

Day 5: Machu Picchu - A Dream Come True

Visiting Machu Picchu in the morning was... I don't even have words. It was such an amazing experience to see it in real life. I had never seen my grandfather so happy and interested in everything.

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He was asking our guide a million questions, taking photos, just completely absorbed in the moment. 

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This Peru Machu Picchu trip had been his dream for so long, and seeing it become reality was incredibly moving. 

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Being able to share those photos and videos instantly with the family back home made it even more special.

Days 6-7: Back to Cusco and Travel Day

We headed back to Cusco, for one more day before our early morning flight to Cancun, Mexico. The transition was seamless – my Gigsky service worked perfectly in both countries without me having to do anything.

Days 8-14: Mexico - Beach Relaxation and Chichen Itza

In Mexico, we stayed on the outskirts of Cancun, directly on the beach. The first day of our trip to Mexico was pure relaxation – enjoying the good weather and the perfect blue, warm sea. 

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On day two, we went on a day trip to see Chichen Itza. It was so beautiful and the site was so much bigger than we expected! 

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There was so much to see and learn about Mayan civilization during this amazing trip to Mexico.

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On our way back to the hotel, we stopped at Cenote Saamal, which is this incredible natural swimming hole in the ground, right in the middle of the Mexican jungle. 

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We had a little swim there – it was such a fun and beautiful experience, swimming in this hole in the ground in the middle of nowhere!

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The next three days were spent on the beach, just relaxing and enjoying being there together, wrapping up our incredible family trip to Mexico and Peru.

Unlimited Data That Saved Our Journey

This wasn't just a vacation, it was my grandfather's once-in-a-lifetime experience. 

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I felt the responsibility to make sure everything went smoothly and to keep our family connected throughout the journey.

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What Made Our Trip Seamless:

• Multi-Country Coverage: One plan worked perfectly across Peru and Mexico
• Unlimited Data: I chose their 14-day unlimited package, so I never worried about running out

Why Gigsky Stands Out for Latin America Travel

Their Latin America data plan covers 17 countries including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay. 

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Whether you're exploring ancient ruins like we did or planning a multi-country adventure, you're covered.

Getting Started is Risk-Free

New to Gigsky? Start with their free trial – no credit card required. You get 100 MB for up to seven days, perfect for testing connectivity when you arrive. 

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Plus, Visa Infinite or Visa Signature cardholders get an extra bonus: between 1-3 GB of free data in any Latin American country included in the regional data plan.

Flexible Plans and Pricing

Latin America data plans range from 7 to 180 days and 100 MB to 100 GB, starting at $8.99. Unlimited plans run from one day to 30 days, from $5.99.

Perfect for Group Travel

What I appreciated was the flexibility for traveling with others. You can manage multiple accounts, buy data for someone else, get notifications when they're running low, and top up their plan – all from one dashboard.

Setup That Works

One eSIM that you can reuse across 200+ countries and 200+ cruise ships. 

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Download the app, install once, and you're automatically connected to the best network wherever you land. No QR codes to lose, no manual settings needed. 

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Gigsky is a mobile network operator, making them the only eSIM provider offering cruise ship connectivity (plans start at $19.99 for Caribbean and Americas).

Cost Breakdown for Connectivity:

• Gigsky Latin America Unlimited (14 days): $45.74
• Peace of mind: Priceless
• Being able to share every moment with family: Priceless

Sharing a Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey With Family

We had an amazing trip, and it was a dream come true for both of us, but especially for my grandfather. 

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I'm grateful and proud that I could give my grandfather this once-in-a-lifetime experience exploring the places to visit in Peru he'd always dreamed of.

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But staying connected throughout the journey meant our whole family could follow along and share the joy with us, even from thousands of miles away in Denmark. 

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That wouldn't have been possible without Gigsky, whose fast and reliable service gave me peace of mind the entire trip.

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If you're planning a multi-country adventure, especially somewhere remote, don't underestimate how important staying connected can be. 

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Whether it's for safety, sharing memories, or just having peace of mind, having reliable internet access makes everything so much better.

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GET GIGSKY eSIM FOR YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

Trust me, some experiences are worth more than anything. And having the right tools – like Gigsky for staying connected – makes those experiences even better.