Tourists were left stranded this week in Peru as protests erupted following the introduction of an electronic rail ticketing system on the train line that leads to Machu Picchu.
Tensions ran high as protesters said they believe the new ticket sales platform will hurt the local economy and small businesses, as it gives one government-approved private company authorisation to administrate all sales.
However, after more than a week of disruption to rail services, authorities and protesters were able to come to an agreement that allows for a transition…
