Category: Culture & Society
Uphill and Down: A Female Porter’s Life on the Inca Trail
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated Mar 9, 2020 | Culture & Society, Features | 0 |
Lucia was one of the first female porters to work on the Inca Trail, a role dominated by men and known for ongoing problems with porter welfare.
Read MoreThe Rise of Rainbow Mountain in Peru: The Potential and the Problems
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated Apr 25, 2019 | Culture & Society, Features | 1 |
Tourism at Rainbow Mountain in Peru has increased drastically since 2013, bringing great potential for developing the area but also a number of problems.
Read MoreThe Effects of Climate Change in Peru: Problems and Solutions
by Tony Dunnell | Aug 25, 2018 | Culture & Society | 2 |
The effects of climate change in Peru are causing a range of existing and potential problems across the country, from flooding to droughts to glacial melt.
Read MoreDrugs in Peru: The Laws of Legal and Illegal Possession
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated May 23, 2018 | Culture & Society, Travel Tips & Info | 1 |
Certain drugs in Peru are legal in small quantities and for personal use. But even if you’re caught with supposedly legal amounts, you can still have problems.
Read MoreChristmas in Peru: Traditions, Food and Where to Go
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated Jun 4, 2018 | Culture & Society, Travel Tips & Info | 0 |
All you need to know about Christmas in Peru, including customs and traditions, traditional food and drink, and where to spend Christmas in Peru.
Read MoreDo You Need to Speak Spanish in Peru?
by Tony Dunnell | Sep 13, 2017 | Culture & Society, Travel Tips & Info | 1 |
Do you really need to speak Spanish in Peru, or can you get by traveling in Peru just speaking English? If you’re thinking about learning, read this…
Read MoreThe Dress Code in Peru: From Day-to-Day Clothing to Formal Events
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated May 25, 2018 | Culture & Society, Travel Tips & Info | 10 |
Generally speaking, the dress code in Peru is fairly relaxed. But some situations might call for more specific and appropriate clothing.
Read MoreThe Legal Drinking Age in Peru
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated Nov 3, 2017 | Culture & Society, Food & Drink | 0 |
The legal drinking age in Peru is typical by international standards. But many Peruvian kids try alcohol for the first time before reaching the legal age.
Read MoreFestivals and Cultural Events in Lima, Peru
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated Nov 3, 2017 | Culture & Society | 0 |
All the festivals and cultural events in Lima, Peru, including traditional celebrations, religious parades, book fairs, upcoming anniversaries and more.
Read MoreThe Current Minimum Wage in Peru in US Dollars and Soles
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated May 31, 2018 | Culture & Society | 3 |
The current minimum wage in Peru is a significant improvement over 10 years ago, but Peru’s huge informal sector makes it a moot number for many Peruvians.
Read More“Are Peruvians Short?” and Other Questions Google Users Want Answered
by Tony Dunnell | Last updated Jun 4, 2018 | Culture & Society | 15 |
Are Peruvians short? Are Peruvians black or white? Are they friendly? I try to answer all the most common questions about Peruvians, according to Google.
Read MoreThe Etiquette of Peruvian Greetings, Introductions and Goodbyes
by Tony Dunnell | Apr 9, 2017 | Culture & Society | 0 |
Not sure of the correct etiquette for Peruvian greetings, introductions and goodbyes? When and who to kiss on the cheek? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
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