Mmm… Lomo Saltado, Cebiche or Causa! Peru boasts the finest cuisine in Latin America. Recipes such as cebiche (raw fish marinated in lemon juice), pachamanca (meat and vegetables […]
Famous People visited Machu Picchu
In 2003 begin the parade of celebrities to Machu Picchu. In December of that year, the movie star, Leonardo Di Carpio and his partner at the time, the […]
3 Things to Avoid on a Machu Picchu and Cusco Trip
Going to Machu Picchu is often the trip of a lifetime for a traveler, so it’s important to do it right. For being located in a rather remote […]
The Best Destinations for the Three-Day Weekend in Peru
A three-day weekend is on the horizon, signaling the perfect time to organize the house and catch up on errands, or for the adventurous in spirit, to switch […]
Tips for Traveling Alone
Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence, reportedly wrote that. I’m not sure how far and wide America’s Founding […]
A day of sunshine and hiking in San Jeronimo de Surco
I’m like a bear. In the winter, I go into hibernation mode, packing on the pounds and retreating to the warmth and comfort of my bed. Then, when […]
Pisco: The spirit so hot, it’s got its own US ambassadors
A simple cocktail and a cheers to good fortune can turn acquaintances into friends. That’s exactly what the Peruvian government hopes to do, writes The Washington Post. The […]
Land of the lost: Discovering the Americas’ oldest city of Caral
With it’s ever-growing skyscrapers, recent epicurean stardom and booming economy, Peru has made a name for itself on the world-wide stage. Each year, curious travelers come by the […]
Commander in Chifa: Chinese Cuisine and Culture in Peru
Revelers around the world celebrating the Chinese New Year recently rang in the Year of the Horse and among them were Peruvians, many of whom have ties to […]
Carnival: Peru’s Top Party Hot Spots
From Italy to the Caribbean and even the United States (Mardi Gras), Carnival is celebrated in practically every region of the world with Catholic roots. The celebration traditionally […]