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5 Attractions in Peru That Shouldn’t be Missed

Peru is slowly becoming a tourist destination of choice. Although widely unknown to the majority of people around the world, Peru offers international travelers the chance to embrace some great travel experiences. There are so many things to see and do, it’s difficult
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Peru Travel News: New Cusco to Puno Bus Route by Cruz del Sur

Getting around in Peru is becoming a whole lot easier with a new Cusco to Puno bus route by Cruz del Sur, one of Peru’s leading bus companies. Paul Jones, a contributor to our Cusco guide takes a closer look. Peru
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Closure of the Urubamba Bridge in the Sacred Valley

Last week the news quickly spread that the Urubamba Bridge in the Sacred Valley located between Cusco and Machu Picchu had been closed to the public. The closure of was due to damage caused to the bridge when two heavy trucks
The Only Peru Guide

Do I need a visa for travel to Peru?

Generally speaking Peru welcomes foreign visitors with open arms, allowing the majority of tourists to stay for a maximum of up to 183 days without restriction. This long limit also encourages travellers to visit more of of the beautiful destinations in
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What vaccinations do I need to travel to Peru?

Making sure that you have all the correct vaccinations before you travel to Peru is essential for maintaining your well-being and health whilst abroad. Paul Jones, a Peru travel information expert takes a closer look at the question: What vaccinations do
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Which is better Manú or Tambopata Jungle

The two principle Jungle regions that tourists visit in Peru are either Manú or Tambopata. Both are located in the south-east of the country, and both are considered to be the most bio-diverse places on the planet. So which one should
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Peru Travel: 50 Fun Facts About Peru

I have lived in Peru for nearly 7 years now working hard in the Peru vacations industry, and I thought I knew quite a lot about the place, so I decided to do a little research into some of things I didn’t know

Machu Picchu and Galapagos – Vacation Facts to Wet Your Appetite.

Are you thinking about travelling to South America for your next vacation but can’t quite decide where to go? Well there are many options to consider, after all this is a big continent comprising of 12 counties and a plethora of

Seven Best Things to do in Lima

A tour of Lima’s revamped old quarter – founded 475 years ago – reveals how the Peruvian capital has managed to preserve its beauty. Lima’s historic old quarter is arguably the loveliest vestige of colonial times in all of Latin America.

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Readers Review

I had booked my place on the Inca Trail well in advance and had chosen to go with SAS travel. On arrival in Cusco I visited their office to confirm that I would like a porter to carry my bag for