Where to Buy a SIM Card in Peru in 2026
I’ll admit it: I’m a little addicted to my phone. The moment the plane touches down in Lima, I flip it on and stare at the screen—waiting for that little local carrier name to pop…
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Gamarra District Lima Guide: How to Shop Peru’s Largest Textile Market
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…
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Haggling in Lima Markets: 9 Secrets For Successful Shopping
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…
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Lima Mall Architecture: The Stunning Design of Upscale Shopping Centers
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…
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Fly for the Glow: A Lima Travel Medical Aesthetics Adventure
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….
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NHow Lima: 5 Perks From Peru’s Most Instagrammable Hotel
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…
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2 Best Boutique Hotels in Lima: Hotel B vs. Villa Barranco
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…
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8 Tips for Lima Night Safety for Solo Female Travelers
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…
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11 Luxury Hotels in Lima Peru: 5-Star Picks
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:…
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La Feria Unión de Barranco: Art, Soul, and Purpose
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…
