One of the many ways in which we differentiate our Holidays of a Lifetime journeys from regular scheduled escorted tours, is the focus placed on Globetrotters experiencing the destination, rather than just seeing the sights. Like all things great, the devil is in the details, and one of the most important details of any trip is […]
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History Buffs Are Sure to Enjoy a Peru Vacation!
Peru is bursting with the ruins of old civilizations. Machu Picchu, which is now one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, is shrouded in mystery and legend, drawing curious travellers from across the globe. Sun-worshipping Incas, who emerged in the 15th century and formed the largest empire in pre-Columbian America, built some of […]
Lake Titicaca: Peru’s Fascinating Lake in the Sky
Let’s begin with a bit of trivia. Lake Titicaca is the 18th largest lake in area worldwide and the largest lake in South and Central America. It is sandwiched between Peru in the north which possesses 60% of the lake’s area and Bolivia in the south and is located on the Altiplano basin of the […]
Eat Your Way Through a Peru Vacation
It’s not a secret anymore, Peru’s cuisine is a winner… a BIG winner! Peru has been chosen as the World’s Leading Culinary Destination for 2012, 2013, 2014, and once again, 2015, by World Travel Awards (WTA), regarded the “Oscars of Tourism”. This should really be no surprise to those who have experienced a Peru vacation. […]
Top 5 Must-Dos in Lima, Peru
If you are planning a Peru vacation, a visit to Lima is a must! Once a gateway for gold leaving the new world to Spain, Lima is now a modern gateway to Machu Picchu, the Amazon, and Peru’s other gems. Lima, Peru’s ocean-side capital city, houses two thirds of the country’s population, and its colonial-era […]