Peru Travel Guide: Introduction to the Unknown Civilizations of Peru

Posted on March 31, 2011 - Category Uncategorized | 1 Comment

Peru has a long and fascinating collection of ancient cultures, yet many visitors to Peru have only heard of the Incas. Though the enormous influence of the Incas on the history and development of Peru must be acknowledged, there were numerous other regional civilizations that also played an important role in Peruvian history. This introduction [...]

Inca Trail Trek: Sites You’ll See Along the Way

Posted on March 25, 2011 - Category Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

Discover all the remarkable Inca sites you’ll see on an Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, brought to you by Peru travel experts Peru For Less.

Flights to South America: New Airline Offers

Posted on March 23, 2011 - Category Argentina, Peru, Travel News | 1 Comment

Check out these new airline deals & destinations for your next Latin America travel adventure with experts at Latin America For Less.

Chile Travel Guide: Celebrating Semana Santa

Posted on March 22, 2011 - Category Chile, Culture & Traditions | Leave a Comment

Semana Santa, or Holy Week, is one of the most important religious Catholic events in Latin America. Each year, thousands of worshipers gather to celebrate the last days of Christ’s life, his crucifixion, and resurrection on Easter. Chile, like many Latin American countries, is deeply Catholic, and is arguably home to some of the most [...]

Explore Argentina’s Patagonia with our LAFL Photo Contest Winner

Posted on March 18, 2011 - Category Argentina | Leave a Comment

Our other 2011 Latin America For Less Photo Contest winner, esteemed travel advisor Kristina Rudge, tells us about her experience traveling around South America all the while taking spectacular pictures. It appears Kristina has a true natural eye for taking amazing photographs, as she says she has never taken any photography classes, and was only [...]

Discover the Atacama Desert: LAFL Photo Contest Winner

Posted on March 17, 2011 - Category Chile | 1 Comment

There are some places in the world so majestically beautiful that a mere photograph is a woefully inadequate representation. The Chilean Atacama Desert is one such place. Yet Aleksandar Jankovic came close to successful replication.

Peru Travel Guide: Peru Architecture, a Walk through History

Posted on March 15, 2011 - Category Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

History and architecture buffs revel in discovering Peru’s diverse cultural influences. The harmonious blend of past and present that characterizes the country is evident throughout Peru. From ancient civilizations and the Inca Empire to Spanish colonial rule and contemporary artists, Peru boasts an extraordinarily complex and rich history that is beautifully reflected in its architecture. [...]