Located in Lima’s La Victoria neighborhood, the Gamarra District is considered the textile capital of Peru. With hundreds of shops and stalls selling everything from branded sweatshirts to fabrics and embroidery, it’s chaotic—but an absolute…
Shopping in Lima’s artisan markets is more than a transaction—it’s an experience. Here’s how to haggle with confidence, charm, and cultural know-how. A Family Lesson in the Art of Bargaining In the 1970s, my husband’s…
Lima isn’t always what you expect—and neither are its malls. When I first began visiting Peru in 2009, shopping meant artisan markets, colorful textiles, and the joy of discovery. Luxury? Not so much. But as…
How a Wild Idea and a Little Curiosity Turned Into a Fresh-Faced Win As a Gen X woman facing down the downing of my face—but not one for looking like a duck—I’ve dabbled in aesthetics….
Let me start by saying: I didn’t mean to find NHow Lima. In fact, I was already happily booked into another hotel—The Ikonik- a solid, no-nonsense spot across the street. (More on that one in…
Dreaming of Hotel B in Barranco I had always dreamed of staying at Hotel B Lima, a stunning Belle Époque mansion in the heart of Barranco. It looks like the kind of place where something…
Ever wanted to explore Lima at night, but worried about staying safe as a solo female traveler? I get it. The idea of walking alone in a new city, particularly one with a bit of…
When I first told people I was creating a blog about Lima, I got more than a few blank stares. “Oh wow… that’s so interesting,” they’d say. But I could tell they were really thinking:…
I have a confession to make, and it’s a big one for someone who blogs about Lima: markets and street food are not my thing. I’m not an adventurous eater, and crowds can be… let’s…
Learning to Trust Your Gut While Traveling I’d been looking forward to this experience for weeks. I bought the gear. I planned my trip around it. I’d been in touch with the guide, who had…
