Peru: South America Travel Insights
Most travelers reach Peru by flying into Lima, the country’s main international gateway. From there, domestic flights and other connections make it easy to explore destinations like Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, the Amazon, and beyond. That is the practical answer. The more meaningful one is that Peru is …
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What are some surprising facts about Machu Picchu? Machu Picchu was never truly lost, was probably built as a royal Inca retreat in the 15th century, and showcases remarkably sophisticated stonework and engineering. Today, visitors explore the archaeological site through designated circuits and can choose…
Speak Spanish, kiss French, dress Italian, shop Arabia, party Caribbean and eat Peruvian foods! If Peruvian foods not your number one reason to visit Peru, maybe it should be! Peru’s rich cultural heritage created an innovative jumble of flavors from Europe, Africa and Asia that,…
If you’ve been following recent news about the strengthening El Niño, you may be wondering what it could mean for a Galapagos adventure in the months ahead. It’s a reasonable question. El Niño can change ocean temperatures, rainfall, vegetation, and the behavior and distribution of…
If what you need is a luxury and relaxing holiday, Peruvian Sacred Valley is the perfect place for you! Many luxury hotels have been built in the beautiful and peaceful Rio Urubamba valley in the Andes of Peru over the last 5 years and the…
In the past 12 years, Lima Peru has become the newest hub for language schools offering an immersion language experience to students who want a crash course in Spanish. This growth in interest to study in Lima, the "City of Kings", is thanks to a…
The best way to combine a trip to Galapagos and Peru is to arrange your trip to Machu Picchu Peru after going to the Galapagos. That’s because you can depart the Galapagos and be in Lima, Peru on the same day. If you do it…