Summer is heating up in South America, and many tourists are heading to Peru’s north coast to catch some waves or just relax after their treks and travels. One forward-thinking tour operator, Llama Expeditions, is taking advantage of the growing popularity of Peru’s surf scene by partnering with local philanthropic groups. When you book a […]

Check out this video of a popular Marinera-style song and dance. While the rest of the world is focused on the great beyond, preparing to celebrate Halloween and All Saint’s Day, many Peruvians are living purely in the moment and celebrating their heritage with the Día de la Canción Criolla. This national holiday was established […]

If you’re heading to Peru to study Spanish, don’t miss out on one of the country’s most famous cities, Cusco. In the words of one writer: “Cusco is for everybody. For the young, for the old, for the adventurous backpacker, for the luxury tourist, for those interested in history and culture, those keen on food, […]

This song is about a woman returning to the town she grew up in. It was filmed and recorded in San Jose de Ushua near Ayacucho, Peru. Great scenes of daily life. English subtitles.

If you study Spanish in Peru, you will no doubt encounter many indigenous people, including the Quechua. The Peruvian Quechua, who refer to themselves as “Runa” or “the people” trace their history back to a thousand years before the Incan empire. When the empire rose, these people and their language were absorbed into it. As […]

South America has so many fantastic landscapes that it’s hard to decide where to go and what to see during your limited time abroad. If you visit Peru, no doubt you will want to check off some of the more famous sites like Machu Picchu. Unfortunately, the famous sites can also be very crowded and […]