28th of July is Peruvian Independence Day … ¡Felices fiestas!

Find out all about how the day is celebrated in last year’s post.

Ollantaytambo Tour: The Legacy of the Ruins Ollantaytambo (2,800 meters, or 9,200 feet above sea level) is the name given both to the Inca ruin complex sculpted into the cliff side at the northe...

Gaston Acurio – The ambassador of Peruvian cuisine About Gaston Acurio Gaston Acurio is considered one of the most important chefs in the world, and is often referred to as the ‘ambassador’ or ‘archit...

Your Guide To The Best Train Rides In Peru The glory of train travel is alive and well in Peru. Here, it’s a fantastic mode of transportation for getting up close and personal with all that the...

A Chocoholic Guide To Peru If you’re a fan of chocolate, Peru is the perfect place to visit. Chocolate has been part of life in Peru for centuries, so it's no surprise that choc...

The Amano Museum in Lima First opened in August of 1964, the Amano Museum, now known as the Pre-Columbian Textile Museum, recently went through a years’ worth of renovations a...

Bespoke travel in Bolivia. Tips and ‘best bits’ Aracari travel planner, Bronwen Griffith has recently returned from a bespoke travel experience in Bolivia. Here she shares stories, tips and ‘best bi...

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Happy Independence Day Perú!