British-born ROB RACHOWIECKI is an award-winning guidebook author and active member of the Society of American Travel Writers, with a Masters Degree in Ecology. He has traveled extensively and frequently throughout Peru since his first visit in 1982. Rob has written numerous books about Peru and works there as an adventure travel guide, leading treks in the high Andes and cruises on the upper Amazon. When not on the road, he makes his home in the American Southwest. VANCE JACOBS is an award-winning lifestyle and portrait photographer and filmmaker based in San Francisco. His work has taken him around the world to 40+ countries. When not on assignment, Jacobs can be found competing in an Ironman Distance Triathlon, marathon or adventure race.