As the 5th largest city in South America you’d think Lima would get a little more respect. Before arriving in Peru’s capital, all I heard was that Lima is a boring pass-through metropolis that you could experience in 4 days on your way to Machu Picchu. Not one to listen to other’s travel reviews, I … Continued
I think the video explains all the chaos and excitement of the New Year’s celebration in Cusco, Peru better than I ever could in words. Cusco is one of the two most popular places to celebrate New Years in Peru (the other being Mancora) and it definitely didn’t disappoint. The city grew in anticipation from … Continued
Travel video celebrating my New Year’s Eve celebration in Cusco, Peru. Enjoy! Read the story and see the photos: Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Cusco, Peru GarethMy name is Gareth Leonard, a Marketing Director turned World Traveler with a passion for slow, meaningful travel. I have been traveling the world full-time for the past 9+ … Continued
I spent a week at the Hare Krishna Eco-Truly Park in Chiclayo, Peru learning about the Hare Krishna religion, eating like a vegetarian and embarrassing myself with yoga. Read all about my Hare Krishna experience here: Read More about my Hare Krishna Experience in Peru GarethMy name is Gareth Leonard, a Marketing Director turned World … Continued
On my last day in Huanchaco, Peru I decided to take my typical sunset stroll around town to snap some picks and enjoy the cool evening breeze. There was a small church that sat back above the city, so I cruised up to get a better view of the ocean below. I was walking around … Continued
I passed through Ica, Peru for a few nights to check out the Oasis of Huacachina and to ride sandboards and buggys through the desert. Here is a short video of my sandboarding experience on the sand dunes of Huacachina, Peru. Read all about it here: Sandboarding in Huacachina, Peru GarethMy name is Gareth Leonard, … Continued
Like being greeted with glass of champagne, Peru welcomed me to Mancora with sand and sunshine. Something I accepted gratefully after weeks of gray skies and rain in Cuenca, Ecuador (especially in El Cajas). As mentioned in the November Update, I was so excited about soaking in the sun and devouring Peruvian ceviche that I … Continued
After a month in Ecuador, I was ready to take my relationship with South America to the next level and head south to Peru. Sunny beaches and Peruvian cuisine were what I desired most and I jumped into both with reckless abandonment. A wicked sunburn and traveler’s diarrhea were the inevitable conclusion. After moderating my sun … Continued
The work of planning a holiday to Peru For every holiday seeker who follows the straight and narrow when it comes to planning a two-week trip, there is the counterpart who likes to think outside the box and beyond the borders. You might be into mountain biking and deep sea fishing, while your partner might … Continued
Peru is a truly beautiful South American nation. With gorgeous natural scenery, a vibrant culture, bustling cities and traditional villages, historical landmarks and plenty of ecological tours, the area is ideal for all kinds of holidays. Whether your interests are historical or if hiking is your passion, Peru offers something for everyone. A company that … Continued