7 Best 4-Star Hotels in San Isidro, Lima
One of my favorite things about Lima is how far the dollar goes on hotels. In San Isidro, $100 to $150 a night gets you a genuinely upscale hotel in a neighborhood you actually want…
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7 Best Japanese Fusion Restaurants in Lima: Nikkei Cuisine
Before I started coming to Peru, I assumed Peruvian food would be another version of something I already knew—a riff on the Latin American cuisines I grew up around in Los Angeles. Yeah, was I…
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7 Best Romantic Hotels in Lima Peru
While probably no one thinks of romance when they think of Lima the way they might Paris or Venice, you’d be surprised how romantic the city can be—particularly when it comes to its hotels. You…
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7 Things to Know Before Booking Adventure Tours in Peru
In this article you’ll learn: Most of us spend hours comparing flights, reading hotel reviews, and planning the perfect itinerary. But when it’s time to book an excursion, it’s easy to assume that if a…
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Peruvian Textile Patterns & Their Cultural Meaning
Most visitors to Peru see beautiful patterns. Few realize they’re looking at a language. Before the Spanish arrived in Peru, Peruvian cultures recorded belief, status, identity, and memory in textiles — not written words. So,…
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Peru in July: Why It’s One of the Best Times to Visit
If you’re wondering whether July is a good time to visit Peru, the answer is a resounding yes. It’s the heart of the country’s Independence Day celebrations, the dry season in the Andes, and one…
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Buying Traditional Peruvian Textiles: What to Look for
Shopping for textiles is one of the highlights of visiting Peru, right? But figuring out what’s truly handmade isn’t always easy. Knowing the difference can help you bring home a more meaningful souvenir while supporting…
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Lima’s Local Markets: Seasonal Fruits & Insider Tips
If you only experience Lima through its award-winning restaurants, you’re missing an important part of the city’s food culture: its markets. They’re where chefs source ingredients, families shop for dinner, and Peru’s incredible biodiversity comes…
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Best Ocean View Restaurants in Miraflores, Lima
One of the things I love most about Lima is its coastline, and one of my favorite ways to experience it is over a great meal. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, grabbing coffee with…
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7 Romantic Restaurants in Lima: An Unforgettable Date Night
Looking for the perfect date night in Lima? Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, planning a honeymoon dinner, or simply want an unforgettable evening together, the city is home to some of the best restaurants in…
