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,…
Planning a trip to Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu is not easy. The volume of information alone can be overwhelming — some of it outdated, some contradictory, and some from seriously shady corners…
You’ve got one day in Lima. What should you do? Some of the “must-sees” are worth it. Some aren’t. This is a doable, greatest-hits itinerary—done right. Think of it as an edit, not the full…
When you think of Lima, Peru — bustling historic centers or beachside neighborhoods might come to mind first. But tucked into the city’s west‑central area lies San Isidro: a district merging green, tree‑lined calm with…
When we started coming to Lima regularly, we mostly stayed in San Isidro — and I loved it. San Isidro felt antithetical to what I had always been told Lima was supposed to be. Instead,…
Lima has spent years being misunderstood. People land here, look around for five minutes, and assume the city is “meh, fine, maybe a little dirty” — usually on their way to somewhere requiring hiking boots,…
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…
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…
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…
Why affordable luxury in Lima is the best-kept secret for solo women travelers. I’m heading back to Lima, Peru — and this time, I’m doing it completely solo, from touchdown to takeoff. And honestly? I…
