Bolivia Travel Tale: Baby Llamas and the Witches’ Market in La Paz

Posted on February 3, 2012 - Category Bolivia, Peru, Travel Tales | 1 Comment

We arrived to La Paz at dawn, having caught an overnight bus from Sucre. We’d been traveling through northern Argentina and southern Bolivia, passing through cities and towns like Salta, Jujuy, and Potosi. In conversation with travelers heading in the opposite direction, time and time again, we were constantly told, “If you’re going to La [...]

Protecting Nature’s Bounty: Ecotourism in Manu National Park

Posted on January 13, 2012 - Category Amazon, Peru, Travel News | Leave a Comment

On January 6, officials from Peru’s national park and tourism agencies met with tour operators to discuss ways to develop Manu National Park as a top ecotourism destination in 2012. With financial backing from SERNANP, Peru’s national park service, the focus will be on maintaining and improving the infrastructure for hosting researchers and travelers, particularly [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

Peru Travel Guide: Raise Your Glass For Pisco Sour

Posted on February 7, 2011 - Category Uncategorized | 3 Comments

Pisco sour, Peru’s national drink, is an intoxicating cultural symbol and point of pride for Peruvians.

Peru Travel Guide: Moquegua, the unknown South of Peru

Posted on February 2, 2011 - Category Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

Stray away from the crowds and traditional tourist routes in Peru to immerse yourself in the authentic traditional way of life and culture, in the relatively unknown yet charming village of Moquegua. Moquegua is a small southern region of Peru, home to about 170,000 people, boasting both desert coastline and Andean highlands. The region was [...]

Peru Travel Guide: Luxurious Peru Spa Vacations

Posted on January 12, 2011 - Category Uncategorized | 1 Comment

While in Peru, why not indulge in a relaxing experience in one of the country’s most luxurious spas, and add a little touch of glamour to you Peru vacation? In the past years, Peru has been progressively developing its luxury market with more and more top class hotels, spas and shopping centers dedicated to providing [...]

Peru Travel Guide: The Best of Lima Hotels Peru

Posted on December 22, 2010 - Category Uncategorized | 1 Comment

Any seasoned traveler knows that a hotel choice can make or break a vacation. That’s why it is essential to study your options carefully before making up your mind on a hotel. Lima is, of course, no exception and may even be more confusing due to its gigantic size and its myriad hotel options. The [...]