Prepare yourselves for a new form of entertainment with Black Book Collection member Sol & Luna lodge spa in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru. Sol & Luna lodge spa in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
Introducing ACHUMA. With former performers of the legendary Cirque du Soleil and Kusikay in Cusco, ACHUMA is a new entertainment event exclusive to Wayra and Sol & Luna lodge spa that combines the story of theatre and the visual power of circus.

The name ACHUMA comes from the cactus that has been used by Andean peoples in sacred rituals for millenia. The ACHUMA troupe, Circadian, borrows its name to tell the story of the rite of passage of an apprentice shaman.
The path of our lead is lengthy and difficult. Guided by the Altomasayoq (shaman and master warrior), the apprentice uses achuma to discover the lessons of other worlds but must avoid the temptation of extreme power flaunted by the evil sorcerer.

Harmony and balance become imperative when the apprentice discovers worlds where natural laws and human perception take on undiscovered dimensions. As the apprentice nears the end of his trial, only one question remains: Will he succeed in mastering the spiritual clarity to understand the way?

The journey begins April of 2012 in Wayra, Fundo Huincho, Urubamba, Cusco.

Another new member of the Black Book Collection by JG? You bet. Another culturally rich experience featuring the utmost luxury and service? Yeah. This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, JG Black Book of Travel introduces Inca Rail. Providing luxury, comfort and Peruvian culture at its finest, Inca Rail offers an unforgettable perspective of the Andean landscape as it brings adventurous travelers to the peaks that host the legendary ruins of Machu Picchu.

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This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, JG Black Book of Travel is proud to announce yet another new partner into the Black Book Collection by JG: Quasar Expeditions. The Galápagos Islands are a kaleidoscope of nature’s most unspoiled treasures and now travelers can discover the Galápagos from aboard Quasar Expeditions’ two luxury yachts. These vessels venture to areas not frequented by other ships and feature expansive decks for enjoying the beautiful weather and scenery, welcome like-minded adventurers who prefer an intimate cruising experience and impeccable service. Guided by expert naturalists, each journey provides close encounters with the islands’ fascinating wildlife and land excursions to unforgettable sites in Ecuador and Peru.

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2011 has been an excellent year and we're celebrating by re-posting one of our (and your) favorite posts from the year each day this week. We at JG Black Book of Travel hope you enjoy recounting 2011 with as much affinity as we do!

Cheers to 2012!

– Your JG Black Book of Travel Team

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The time has come!  The moment JG Black Book of Travel has been waiting for!  In February, we asked for your votes and the members of the JG Black Book of Travel Collection were certainly not disappointed!  The winners for Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2011 have been announced and here are the results from the JG Black Book of Travel Collection!

Singita Grumeti Reserves

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It's wedding season!!! (Well, at least it is in the Southern Hemisphere.) This Photo Friday: Destination Weddings comes from Caroline Cerutti Fotoarte and our friends at Ponta dos Ganchos in Santa Catarina, Brazil. Enjoy Casamento Tom e Bianca (Tom and Bianca's [rather exquisite] wedding) at Black Book Collection member Ponta dos Ganchos.

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This Photo Friday, join JG Black Book of Travel in celebrating the beauty of our world with some photos from the remarkable portrait of our planet, Earth From Above by ariel photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand. His work of art reminds us just how fragile our planet is and just how important it is to save it. Tasmania, Australia

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Seems this week we've had our counterparts in the Southern Hemisphere on the mind. We finish this week with some photography from some of our South American members of the JG Black Book of Travel Collection. explora Patagonia in Torres del Paine, Chile

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Introducing a new Necessity for the traveling foodie, JG Black Book of Travel recommends this guide to Peru's exotic cuisine!

From the Kitchens of Aqua Expeditions available at The Traveler's Collection

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JG Black Book of Travel loves our long Labor Day weekend but we know it marks the end of our lazy, loungy summer days. This Photo Friday we suggest taking advantage of the tarrying tropical temps and cool off with a wet weekend. Cooling off with Lake Placid Lodge at Lake Placid, New York

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This summer, JG Black Book’s Director of Industry Relations Greg Wilshire finally fulfilled his childhood dream: exploring the depths of a mysterious, wild jungle like Max from Where the Wild Things Are. (Not to be confused with Where the Wild Things Aren't!) Unlike Max, however, Greg’s adventure was real as he voyaged in style on Aqua Expeditions’ new cruise ship, the M/V Aria. Accompany Greg on his journey amongst Peru’s “wild things” as he reports back about his trip down the Amazon River. Ahoy, mateys! Greg on Aqua Expeditions new M/V Aria.

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