Aracari’s Weekly Insight by Simon The Question: Which arts and crafts shop in Barranco is celebrating its 25th anniversary this weekend? The Answer: Las Pallas in Barranco celebrates its 25th Anniversary this weekend with the opening of an exhibition compiled of pieces that have been specially chosen for the occasion. Entitled “Tradition and Change”, the […]
Category: Inside Aracari
Behind every Aracari journey is a network of experts, artisans, and travelers who share a deep passion for South America. This is where we reflect on what inspires us—our latest discoveries, partnerships, and the creative minds shaping the world of Aracari.
In our Travel Journal, go behind the scenes with us for a closer look at our philosophy, our people, and the ongoing stories that define our work.
Palacio Nazarenas: Further raising the bar for hotels in Cusco
Aracari’s Weekly Insight The Question: Which is the most hotly anticipated hotel opening in Cusco next year? The Answer: The most hotly anticipated hotel in Cusco, due to open in June 2012, Palacio Nazarenas is set to raise the bar for accommodation in Peru higher still. This gorgeous hotel, a colonial convent refurbished by Orient-Express, […]
Aracari is 15! (and how we celebrated)
by Simon photos by Martin On September 23rd 1996 Marisol Mosquera started Aracari Travel with the vision of designing hand-crafted itineraries for those discerning travellers who wanted to explore Peru in comfort and style. Precisely 15 years later and the company is recognised as one of Peru’s finest tour operators, with awards from Conde Nast […]
A Tribute to Madre Antonia
She was hailed by the likes of nobel prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa as “the lady of the Colca Canyon”, while an article published in renowned British newspaper the Observer in 1999 echoed that Madre Antonia was one indomitable spirit in the Andes that dedicated her heart and soul to helping those less fortunate than […]
“World’s Top Travel Agents”: Aracari on Travel + Leisure A-List 2011
It is with great pleasure that we can announce, Aracari founder and president Marisol Mosquera has been included on Travel + Leisure’s A-list of the World’s Top Travel Agents for 2011. Hurray! Appearing in the September edition of the magazine, Marisol is listed in the Latin America section as the only entry for Peru. Having […]
Aracari fosters innovation: One of our top Cusco travel guides visits the Cordillera Blanca
You may remember not so long ago that we ran an “Innovation Competition” for our guides in Cusco. We asked all of our guides in the region to come up with new ideas to develop Aracari’s service, with the allure of a fantastic trip to another part of Peru for those with the best ideas. […]
