Beautiful, bustling Lima sits along the South Pacific Ocean and yet, it is the second driest capital city in the world. There’s cheap local eateries and Michelin Star restaurants. There’s colonial architecture and ancient pyramids. It’s a place full of contrasts, and yet it all seems to balance out into a wonderful city. While most people use it as a quick stopover on their way to Cusco, Lima is worth a few days to check out the cuisine scene, the museums, and the stunning ocean views.
Read MoreFrom modern art, to classical art, to culinary art, all can be found here in Barranco, also known as Lima’s Artist’s District. Just be aware that not everywhere in Barranco is “artsy”, so it’s a good idea to mark a few spots down on a map to make sure you’re heading in the right direction.
Read MoreWe usually don’t have full posts dedicated to a museum, but in this case we’ll make an exception. The Museo Larco is a bit outside the normal tourist areas, but it’s well worth the detour. While more notoriously known for its collection of erotic pottery, there’s a little here for everyone from the history buff to the everyday gardener.
Read MoreLima is making headlines as one of the great places to visit for foodies. From Michelin star restaurants to creative Asian fusion to hearty little local Peruvian eateries, taste buds that visit Lima will not be bored. There is a creative pulse to the food culture here, an understanding between palate, tradition, and experimentation. Our recommendation? Try the grilled meats. Try the seafood. Then try everything else!
Read MoreOne of the things that’s been on our bucket list for a while is to visit a desert. So when we heard that Peru had a desert but also had the only natural oasis in South American, we knew that this was a site we had to check out. It also helps that the desert is relatively reachable from Lima (4 hours drive).
Read MoreA four hour’s drive took us away from the concrete confines of a bustling South American metropolis to the little town of Ica, a place where the desert meets the sea and gateway to the Ballestas Islands. Ever wonder what life would be like if birds, seals, and sea lions took over the earth? That’s kind of what we found here. It’s a long day trip from Lima, but it’s worth it.
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