Peru

I lived in Lima, Peru for two years. I began by visiting as a tourist, and then, I fell in love with Peru (and especially Lima) so much that I decided to stay there for a bit. There are simply so many things to do in Lima. During that time, I explored both the famous “must-see”

Lima, the capital city of Peru, serves as the initial point of entry for all international flights into the country. Given this, most tourists opt to spend at least a day exploring the city before proceeding to other destinations in Peru. There are many things to do in Lima Peru. Tourists are drawn to Lima

Located in Northern Peru, Mancora holds the title of my favorite beach town in the world. During my two years of living in Peru, I frequently enjoyed long weekends in Mancora. The center of Mancora is bustling with an abundance of fantastic restaurants, lively bars, intriguing Peruvian markets, and thrilling activities such as surfing. It’s

Pisac is a small town located in the Sacred Valley of the Cusco Region of Peru. Like much of the Cusco Region, Pisac’s culture is an infusion of Incan & Spanish customs & beliefs. Pisac is set in the Andes Mountains and near the Vilcanota River; centering it in a natural sanctuary. Pisac is a

Rainbow Mountain is one of the most popular mountains to hike on in Peru. It’s famous because of its unique look; which consists of stripes in seven colors. Rainbow Mountain is also notorious for being one of the most difficult hikes in Peru. The mountain is 5,200 meters (17,060 feet) above sea level—an altitude that

When visiting Lima, Peru, you may be surprised to discover that you can swim amongst hundreds of sea lions in the Pacific Ocean. I’m from the USA, where such an activity would only be allowed in the confines of a controlled environment, such as an aquarium. In Peru, however, you can dive right into the

Peru is one of the most popular travel destinations in South America, and for good reason! With a rich history, stunning landscape, and friendly people, Peru has something for everyone. If you’re planning a trip to Peru, you may be wondering what the best itinerary is. There are so many options and it can be

Huacachina Desert Oasis is the largest sand dune in South America, located four hours south of Lima, Peru in the Ica region. Much like other areas in Peru, the area boasts a unique and beautiful landscape, made up of both a desert and a lagoon. People like to visit Huacachina because of the combination of

Inti Punku, also known as the Sun Gate at Machu Picchu is an Incan ruin that’s located in the Cusco Region of Peru. Inti Punku means “sun gate” in Quechua—the language of the Incans. The Incans lived in Peru between the years of 1400 and 1533 CE. During this time, they built several pieces of