I've been to 40 countries, but Peru is one of my favorites. Here are 5 things to know before you visit.

Piuray Lake is one of my favorite places I visited during my two-week trip to Peru.

Wendy Rose Gould

• Peru is one of my favorite places I've visited. I spent 2 weeks in Cusco, Sacred Valley, and more.
• Travelers should know visiting Machu Picchu can be tough and require planning, but is so worth it.
• Prepare for elevation sickness in Cusco and know that driving in some parts of Peru can be tough.

Peru has been on my travel bucket list for years, so when the...