The world-famous tourist attraction Machu Picchu has been closed indefinitely because of ongoing protests in Peru. Entrance to the site, the Inca Trail Network, and rail services in the area have all been suspended by Peruvian officials. 418 visitors, including 148 foreign tourists, were stranded at the site for hours on Saturday but have since…
Peru off the Beaten Track
If you’ve already visited Cuzco and Machu Picchu in Peru, then Arequipa and Colca Canyon should be next on your list. Peru is an astonishingly diverse country ranging from the arid plains of the Pacific to the peaks of the Andes Mountains and the tropical Amazon rainforest. It certainly requires more than one visit to…
Peru Facing Widespread Civil Unrest – Should You Cancel Your Trip?
This week, numerous protests erupted across Peru over an apparent democratic backsliding, leading to the removal of the sitting President, widespread civil unrest – including the storming of airports and cancellation of flights – and a 30-day state of emergency. With this in mind, many travelers are now wondering: is it time to cancel their…
