Peru Archive

On February 13, the Embassy of the United States of America in Lima published a security message on their website about a ‘Potential Kidnapping Threat in Cusco’. Such a message is quite a scary thought for anyone travelling to Peru in

If you are thinking about volunteering in Cusco then this article is a must read. Every year hundreds of people travel to Peru to be part of many volunteer programs. Only a very few of those travellers are fully informed about

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

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

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

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

If you are travelling to Machu Picchu soon, you will more than likely use the shuttle bus service to get to Machu Picchu. Paul Jones, a Peru travel expert takes a closer look at everything you need to know about the

The Inca Trail is one of Peru’s most famous treks, and every year thousands of foreign visitors are lured to the Andes to experience the magic, beauty and outright challenge of hiking this legendary trek. Unlike other treks in Peru, the

Located in Cusco’s historical centre, La Casa Concha Museum (the Shell House) is a new museum dedicated to the history of Machu Picchu. Paul Jones one of our Machu Picchu Vacations experts went along to explore what La Casa Concha Museum

I never like to write bad things about Peru. For me, Peru it is a country of so much promise, great culture, incredible attractions and wonderful people. But, from time to time there are things which happen that put a dampener