Category: Tips & Advice

Candles lit at Inca Spa Cusco, a luxurious spa and wellness center.

Inca Spa: Experience traditional healing rituals in Cusco

These pampered treatments are fit for Inca royalty.

Several mototaxis on the road in Iquitos, the largest city in the Peruvian Amazon.

The 5 Best Things to Do in Iquitos (Chosen by Experts!)

Explore a less seen side of Iquitos with these cultural and ecological attractions.

A herd of llamas with different color fur resting in a rocky field in the Peruvian Andes.

Feel the Love With 7 Llama Photos

Check out these endearing and funny photos of South America’s favorite mammal.

The wing of an airplane set against an orange and yellow sky on its way to Lima.

Airlines in Peru: The Best Options for Domestic Flights

LATAM, Star Peru and TACA are all airlines that offer domestic flights in Peru. Which one is the best option for you?

A skeleton next to a ceramic pot at the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum in Lambayeque.

A northern journey to ancient treasures in Peru

Peru’s ancient treasures in the northern cities of Chiclayo and Trujillo rival those of any archaeological site in the Americas.

The Seรฑor de los Temblores procession, an important semana santa tradition in Cusco.

Semana Santa in Cusco: An insiderโ€™s perspective

Heidy spent her childhood in Cusco and she fondly recalls the days of the holy week filled with traditions and rituals that added special significance.

Performers wearing gold and red costumes and headdresses at carnival in the city of Cajamarca.

Celebrating Carnival in the Cajamarca Highlands

Peru is a top destination for Carnival, and the city of Cajamarca stands out for traditional celebrations!

A cloudy day at the Plaza de Armas in Cusco with the Cusco Cathedral visible in the background.

Insider tips for your stay in Cusco

Our travel experts share their best tips so that you can make the best of your time in Peru’s beautiful city of Cusco.

A traditional soup in Arequipa featuring meat, onions and a spicy rocoto pepper.

Arequipa Food & Cuisine: The Best Dishes to Try

Peruvian cuisine has received glowing reviews and increased international attention. The Wall Street Journal named Peruโ€™s food scene โ€œThe Next Big Thing.โ€