Peru

Caral is the center of the oldest civilization located in the western hemisphere, built around 5000 years ago.

Top 10 ways to spend your time in Lima; if you’re interested in a Machu Picchu tour package that include at least a day in Lima, contact a travel company that specializes in Peru vacations.

Learn how to plan a trip into the Peruvian Amazon by going budget, incorporating it with a Machu Picchu tour, or taking a luxury Amazon cruise from Iquitos.

The story of two sisters who follow their father on an impromptu trip to Peru in the wake of their mother's death. They fear not only the danger their father might encounter due to reckless behavior, but the survival of their inheritance.

Lima, Peru is an incredible city, combining modern, hip food, fun and nightlife with colonial and ancient culture. Although many people simply stop for a day on their way to other sites in Peru, the city is a fun place to spend time.

Ollantaytambo is a town in Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas, about mid-way between Cusco and the Machu Picchu citadel.

Five of the most amazing must-see hot spots in Peru.

Haiku about the experience of witnessing an Andean Condor in Flight in Peru

For a trip for my birthday, my boyfriend and I made plans to travel to the Northern beaches of Peru. We barely made the trip, much less survive it when we arrived in Mancora. Despite illness, allergies, theft, and long bus rides, nothing stood in our way!

Peruvians in the 21st century will follow a new kind of nationalism, taking a new approach into left-wing politics that has worked for other countries such as Brazil. Will this signal the end of poverty in the region? Or just another failed government?

The Peruvian coast is a windsurfer's dream, with plenty of offshore winds, great waves and sun 365 days a year.

The Paracas Nature Reserve in the Peruvian department of Ica offers a romantic getaway vacation combined with plenty to do for adventure and wildlife lovers.

Peru is a land of many faces filled with culture and adventure. This is the tale of my Wife, Nancy and my journey to Machu Picchu.

If you're planning a trip to Peru, this article will help you budget how much you'll need to spend on accommodations and food during your visit.

After spending a week in Cusco & the Sacred Valley, we flew to Cajamarca, Peru. It's nearly impossible to describe. But you might better understand if you were holding a sack of guinea pigs in your hands right now.

Ever since Pizarro tricked the Inca, Atahualpa, into capture; slaughtered him, and looted the City of Cuzco, Peru has become synonymous with robbery.

Peruvian summers offer the chance for tourists and residents alike to hit the beach. Check out this list of the most spectacular beaches to be found on Peru's Pacific coast

If you'd like to get to know more of Peru, consider taking a bus from Lima to your destinations. While bus travel can be risky, there are tips to help you minimize the risk and have a great trip.

Oil companies are blamed for the extinction of Peru's Mashco-Piro-Iñapari tribe. (from "Reports from 2050," a series of imagined reports from the year 2050, supported by current news, facts and predictions.

People often hear about out of control street crime in Peru, leading them to believe that the country is dangerous or unsafe for travelers. The truth is that it's not as bad as you might think. A few simple tips can keep you safe while you travel.

A look at the problems with democracy in Latin America and more specifically the Andean countries. It also looks at some future trends that might develop in the near future.

Souvenir shopping is a fun part of your visit to Peru. Read these tips to get the most out of your shopping and to make sure you don't spend too much.