EXCERPTS FROM OUR GUEST BOOK

2011 excerpts from guest comments

Maggie, January 2011

Thank you for your hospitality and sensitivity to my special needs of my earlier stay. Your establishment is stupendous.

Andy - Perth, Australia, January 2011

Thanks for your hospitality and help, your local knowledge made our stay all the better. This is truly a magnificent setting, and we’ll be back.

Rebecca and Justin - Wisconsin, USA, February 2011

…the food here is amazing and the women do such an incredible job preparing meals. Thank you for the horseback ride yesterday – it was the best of my lide - he scenery is breathtaking……. Enjoy life to its fullest

Zydre - Lithuania, March 2011

Many thanks to all the team for our stay here! We liked the place, people, food, all the dogs, horses and other creatures we found here.

4 and 7 years old - Scots living in Lima, April 2011

Dear Lazy Dog Inn We have had a great time and don’t want to go home. A huge big thank you for showing us the mountains, meeting your neighbors and getting to ride the horses..playing with the dogs.

Tom and Ann - Uk, May 2011

Good food, good info and the most relaxing of places. Stay for longer than the frequently touted “three days in Huaraz”. You will not regret it.

Rhiannon and Joel - Uk, May 2011

What a perfect, surprise location to spend our week off work/life in Huancayo. ……Thank you Diana for all your words of wisdom regarding our work in Huancayo, such a blessing to have met someone who has “has been there done that”. Looking forward to working with you on the cookbook.

Steve, Amy and Anna, June 2011

You have chosen a beautiful piece of the pie to make your mark and affect real change. Challenges and frustrations wisely considered but never to overcome your vision and commitment. Thank you for teaching us three so much and for the incredible time of rest and adventure.

Carla - Portland, USA, July 2011

…….My smile grew by riding AlliShunku, total joy.

Tamers - Ventura,USA, July 2011

Thanks for the opportunities for service. Building tables and chairs, adobe blocks for 2 days and letting my daughters “ ruin “ the education of your preschoolers (haha), Loved every minute of it, it was “Rico’.

Milke and Teme - Finland, August 2011

…….we really loved your horses and horseback riding, special thanks for our guide Donato …..

Uli and Riki - Germany, August 2011

……we are looking forward to coming back before our 2nd part of the journey …

Brink and Van Wyle - South Africa, October 2011

We came here to give our souls time to catch up with our bodies, and that they did. Thank you for your hospitality and friendship, sharing your dreams with us, the peacefulness and quiet. This is one area of Peru we would like to visit again.

Stephanie - Germany, October 2011

Thanks for the terrific time …we enjoyed everything ….especially the condor you especially ordered for us at Llanganuco :o)..In Germany we have a saying that you always meet twice in a lifetime. So, hasta el proximovez.

2010 excerpts from guest comments

Sarah (daughter) - Canada (on a yearlong family trip with dog Mungo ), January 2010

Thank you so much for such a great place! I liked the dinners and the food here is great. The cabin was big and roomy so we could spread out and be lazy !Very nice hikes and dogs.Runtu is going to missMungo so much. They have played together so well but I think that Max and Chusco haven’t excepted him. Today Mugo ran straight into Chusco’shead, that probably won’t make him except Mungo at all…..

Frederike en Frans - Holanda, February 2010

Dear Diana and Animals Thanks you for the wonderful time, we absolutely enjoyed:br> *the good and healthy food *the great atmosphere (GezeUig) *the nice people (aardig) *the lovely animals (lief) *the beautiful views, also from horseback (prachtig)

Lucas and Deborah - Brooklyn, NY, March 2010

We have travelled in many regions of Peru and found The Lazy Dog to be one of the most enjoyable stays in the country. We hope to – No, will – come back to this really special place.

Elaine - USA, April 2010

…We truly appreciate you welcoming us into your home and all the individual attention you have given us. Travelling with young children is always daunting, but at the Lazy Dog Inn there was so much to do. The girls really enjoyed the sense of freedom to run around surrounded by all the beauty……You both are an inspiration to us all.

Paul and Jaime - Appalachiantraillodge.com USA, May 2010

Dear Lazy Dog Inn …..We feel like our paths have crossed in the world of caring for people in their endeavors for trekking. Andrea and the rest of the staff add to the warm, wonderful feeling as all your guests enter. We have a lot in common. We enjoy people, and the world comes to our door.

Greta, Julian, Max and Isabel - Lima, Peru, June 2010

….Fantastic foo, amazing views, impressive ruins and, at the end of each day, a warm fire, delicious meal and great company……

Ulrika and Patrik - Stockholm, Sweden, July 2010

The minute we walked in we could feel the hospitality and warmth and it stayed with us the whole stay ……

Jesús - Lima, Peru, July 2010

……La servicio es 5 estrellas o más! pero lo más importante y quiero agradecer la labor social y que haces por nuestro gente por nuestro Perú – Millones de gracias Diana, no hay palabras para darte gracias y gracias…..

Emily and Matt - UK, August 2010

You have a great setup here…….This place is especially important to us as on 8.8.10 (Sunday) in the valley leading up to the Laguna Llaca, Matt proposed to me and I said “Si” ……..

Steve - USA, September 2010

How much better does it get? I woke up leisurely to breakfast at 7:30, hiked all day and came back for wine, camaraderie and a great (vegan) dinner for the last 6 days …………….Thanks for doing your part as local leaders in the community.

Brett and Kate - Seattle, USA, September 2010

We couldn’t have found a better place to spend our time in Peru………The three days of trying to keep up with Julio on the hidden trails of the Cordillera Blanca and Negra wiped us out and coming back to hunker down with good meals, stories and sleep was the ultimate capper.

Ernie - Kamloops, Canada, October 2010

…….The hosts Andrea, Berta, Gudy, Nancy et all treated us like long lost friends. You couldn’t have better people at the LDI ……….

Sharon and Alan - Canmore, Canada, October 2009

Our first trip to Peru-we have struggled to find our way-and landing here at The Lazy Dog our last week will certainly bring us back.

Alex and Marine - USA and France, November 2010

…..This was the first and only place we have been that was entirely quiet, which made it easy to catch up on much needed sleep. Botha lagunas( Llaca and Churup) were beautiful and we were fortunate with the weather ……….

Pascalle, Martyn, Anouk and Daan -Perth, Australia, December 2010

Pictures can sometimes say more than words – please see the drawings of our kids ( 9 and 6 ). Thanks so much for this wonderful stay ……

Ange and Tony ….Australians of no fixed abode :o), December 2010

…….We had a wonderful FelizNavidad with you. The food was amazing, easily the best place we have stayed in our 3.5 months in S.A.

2009 excerpts from guest comments

Alexandra and Richard - California, Usa, January 2009

We can’t think of a better way to get used to the altitude than these few days with you. Fortified by excellent and savory meals, attentive directions and rest when required, we’ve had a lovely break here. Wonderful birding in the forests. Happy New Years.

Emily and Leigh - Vermont, Usa, March 2009

Thanks for getting us our much needed fruits& veggies! The food was fantastic – want to be my personal chef :o)

Juan Arenas y familia - Lima, Perú, April 2009

Es un paraíso, el lugar, los anímales, los “cabins”, el staff de primera, el servicio de primera y la atención personalizada. Lo más importante de mi impresión es su labor social y el trabajo que le dan a los personas del lugar.

Gwyneth - Georgia, Usa, May 2009

WOW – What a fantastic little sanctuary situated in such a big place. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it has been an inspirational experience. Perhaps, we will have one of our own one day! Kisses and Fishes.

Baily and Melinda 6 years - Las Vegas, USA, June 2009

Dear Lazy Dog Inn I had a great time on the horse. YuracYacu was a great horse. I love the place you live and where we went. Your flowers are beautiful. I hope you and your friends have a nice time here.

Casey and Stewarts - Calgary, Canada, June 2009

..We absolutely appreciate the effort you put in – arranging bus tickets, getting money from town and providing an awesome (but hard) hike for us to enjoy. Can’t wait to tell out friends in Canada about this place.

Hanna and Jesse - Finland, July 2009

The first Finns at the Inn! We stayed 3 nights, trekked to Llaca, biked and enjoyed. Views were fantastic, food good and dogs lazy as promised. We didn’t try the sauna and vodka, but we are sure that Santa Claus comes from Finland.

Matt and Kate - Colorado USA/ Lima, July 2009

The food was excellent, especially the Sunday night curry! Can’t wait for the Lazy Dog Inn cookbook to come out.

Mary - Texas, USA, August 2009

From our first telephone call and your easy welcome and help with getting to Huaraz, through introductions to your lazy Dogs, our incredible cabin built by hand and your truly kind and helpful staff, to meeting your horses and riding them with you ……………………

Shannon and Paul - Canada, September 2009

Thanks for taking us in with a few hours’ notice! We have had a fantastic stay and would love to make the cabin our permanent home. You can’t beat falling asleep to a crackling fireplace and waking up to the sun streaming though the skylights.

Sharon and Alan - Canmore, Canada, October 2009

Our first trip to Peru-we have struggled to find our way-and landing here at The Lazy Dog our last week will certainly bring us back.

Christel and Louis David - Belgium, November 2009

Thank You …..you have a wonderful place here not only for the guests but for the whole community , what you realize here is beautiful …….

Jane and Bob - USA, December 2009

….We especially enjoyed being included in the Christmas celebration for the young kids at your school. That and the conversations you shared with us about your projects and your dedication to the community are very inspiring and helped us get a better understanding of the culture. FelizNavidad

2008 excerpts from guest comments

Kelly - Lima , January 2008

Being part of your home is a privilege, many thanks from Vince El Gato (The Lazy Dog Inns First Cat guest, all 25 lbs! of him.)

Chris - Vancouver, January 2008

Thanks for repairing my gear and nursing us back to health.

Audubon and Jenny - Denali Highway Cabins, Alaska February 2008

Dear Otis, Maz and Chusco, your servants (Wayne and Diana) have created a wonderful place for you.perhaps you will permit them to travel to Alaska and visit us ?

James and Clare - Uk, February 2008

We planned on staying for 2 nights and stayed for 6.

Molly, Joe, Kelli, Buddy , J.D. , Caitie - Usa, March 2008

What an amazing place, our 4 teenagers were overwhelmed by the mountains ( and the altitude )

Bill and Melanie - Usa, December 2006, April 2008

A great place to get used to a 3 day trek (local guides), the sauna felt unbelievable after..

2007 excerpts from guest comments

Lee, Mary Ann and Margaret - January 2007

..This is truly a place to enrich or regain your spirit.

Andy - Australia, February 2007

What a wonderful idea you have here, a beautiful setting and wonderful

Bonnie Wing - Vancouver, Canada ,March 2007

Thanks for the memories I will have of my first horse back ride where I didn't fall off the horse

Steve and Jen - UK, March 2007

An evening in front of the fire with a bottle of wine is pretty much perfect

Lindsay and Tosha - Usa, April 2007

Thank you for your knowledge of the area, your wisdom of the mountains and your warm and welcoming energy. Your generosity and positive spirit was an unexpected surprise.

Jurek and Isabel - France, May 2007

With Diana's advice we did climb Vallanaraju! And that was a major experience

Ine, Ammies, Wies, Jean-Paul - Holland, June 2007

Going horseback riding, hiking and having meals at your place defiantly were highlights not to forget.

Ash, Pete, Mike and Donald - Scotland, July 2007

Thanks for tremendous insight into Peruvian life.

Melissa and Lee - Usa, July 2006 and 2007

Once again you, your staff and menagerie have made our trip to Peru quite special and complete. (Lee made it to the summit of Huascaran!)

Sinead and Liz - UK, August 2007

Really appreciate the creativity you bring to bridging the tourist community with life here

Wilma - Holland, August 2007

.the laugh of the Peruvian girls in the kitchen, the meals and the fireplace with a glass of wine...

Gonzalo (10) - Lima, September 2006

I enjoyed all the activities you've done for us especially the horse riding and feeding the dogs.

Evelyn ( 4 ) Oliver (18 months ) - New Jersey, October 2007

I don't think there is a better way to enjoy the Peruvian Andes with small children.

Patrick - Whitehorse, Yukon, November 2007

I didn't get a chance to be lazy here at the Inn.s

2006 excerpts from guest comments

Ron - Feb. 28, 2006

.Since we had prepared ourselves for some pretty minimal accommodations the LDI was a large surprise and an incredible place to stay. We immediately extended our stay and did a super hike up to the Quebrada Llaca...

Alissa - March 6, 2006

..If I had only known I would stumble upon this paradise in the mountains, and if only I had more time to stay and enjoy it all. Thanks for taking such good care of me and providing the perfect escape after long weeks of work..

Phil & Sam Griffin - April 8 2006 (UK)

..Recommended by Julio Olaza as part of a 12 day visit to the Cordillera Blanca, The Lazy Dog Inn is where we could acclimatize before our cycle trip over the Punta Olympica Pass. Thank you so much Diana for the wonderful hospitality, fine food and guided hikes. I will certainly be recommending your place to friends back in the UK...

Bob & Shari - May 1, 2006 (USA)

..What a beautiful home in a spectacular natural setting! But most of all you made us feel part of the family.

Tatjana & Benjamin - May 22, 2006 (Switzerland)

.After a nice ride with bike from Huaraz , Julio Olaza took us to this wonderful place in Paradise. We enjoyed our short stay and it was a pleasure to join the birthday party..

Carol and Raymond - May 2006 (USA)

...Thank you for rescuing us! It's always great to see what people do with life..

Mo Smilkstein - June 4 2006 (Colorado)

..I would never have imagined Huaraz would bring me to such an enchanted home in one of the most beautiful settings in the world. However, the very best experience was to make new friends I'll never forget, share such delicious home cooked food, and a beautiful hike to make our stay complete..

Dan Smilkstein - June 4 2006 (Steamboat Springs, Colorado)

...We were fed wonderfully tasty & healthy food, educated about our surroundings and made fit by the physical experience...

Cathy, Mike, David & Evan Bonneau - June 2006 (Calgary, Canada)

..A million thanks to Wayne & Diana for sharing their wonderful home in the Andes with our family. Be sure to challenge the hosts to "Bocce".thanks for the fabulous horse back riding.

Patti Jensen -June 2006 (Montana,USA)

..Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and great food. I enjoyed the serenity and peace of this beautiful mountain retreat...God Bless you as you pursue your dreams..

Carter Jensen - June 2006 (USA)

..Fantastic ¡ your home, your hospitality, the accommodation.everything was spot-on!

Leslie Hilleman - June 2006(Colorado)

..a spot of Heaven on Earth. A wonderful break from Huaraz..

Rene & Raquel Lozada - June 24 2006,(Bogotá, Colombia)

.Visitando desde las montanas de Colombia .Nos hemos reencontrado con dos grandes amigos y su pequeño paraíso terrenal, rodeado de la maravilla de los Apus de Amerindia y de los Andes; volveremos al norte de esta gran cordillera con nuestros corazones apuntando siempre hacia este hermosa lugar de la tierra preservados por Diana y Wayne...

Steve and Rondelle Nobel - July 2006 (USA)

.Yesterday we hiked the Quebrada Cojup , Long Day ! but worth it, the lake was amazingly beautiful as were the surrounding peaks. It is so relaxing here. Great food, it is time to go but wish we had a couple of more days here..

Deb Hicks - July 9 2006 (UK)

..Thoughts from an active, lazy person.great company, great food, great views, beds that won't let you go, beware, I will be back.

Tom and Jenny - 25 July 2006 (Seattle WA)

.What a wonderful way to end our adventures in Peru.Thanks for the opportunity to visit the local school and learn a bit more about the community...

Natashya and Greg - August 2006 (Edmonton, Canada)

..Thank you for opening your place to us, it felt like home...a treat to spend time with a few Canadians who share the same passions as us..

Jan and Kaat - August 17 2006 (Berkley CA)

..Defiantly one of the highlights of our Peru trip..enjoyed the conversations and exchanges of viewpoints as well..

The Letients - August 20, 2006 ( B.C., Canada)

.What you are doing is amazing. It is not just your hospitality but your way of incorporating the local community into the cultural experience. ..

Stan - August 26 2006 (Dublin)

.Thanks you so much for the wonderful hospitality, just what the doctor ordered after trekking. Having to get off the couch twice was my only complaint...Hope to be a Lazy Dog again.

Lauri, Rick, Linda, Rich - September 24 2006

..A group of teachers from FDR Colegio, Lima. First glimpse of Peru outside of Lima WOW ! As we hiked up the mountain I kept thinking of the Navajo Prayer; "I walk in the beauty. Beauty is beside me. Beauty is ahead of me. Beauty is behind me." Then to come back to the Lazy Dog& and enjoy the charm of this little oasis..

Kazia, Moon Handbooks - October 2006

..Thanks so much for an absolutely lovely stay...

Carolyn and David - October 2006

.We were inspired by your stories, experiences and choices. Of course this gorgeous place...

Mya and Pete - Novemebr 2006

..I knew it was destiny the moment I saw your flyers in Huaraz. We thought Machu Pichu would be the high point, but it was the Cordillera Blanca and The Lazy Dog Inn..

Catherine and Jim, FDR Colegio Lima - November 2006

..We loved the tour of the school.and playing scrabble..

Alain and Belamie S. Africa - November 2006

..It was the best last minute decision we made. The veggie food (esp. soup) was a rare treat..

Tami and Rob - December 24 Christmas in the community

..Last but not least, experiencing the chocolatada will surely be one of the greatest highlights of our trip that we could not have experienced on our own.The kids faces..