Uphill and Down: A Female Porter’s Life on the Inca Trail
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.
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The Effects of Climate Change in Peru: Problems and Solutions
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.
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Smoking Cigarettes in Peru: Prices, Laws, E-Cigs and More
All you need to know about smoking cigarettes in Peru, including prices, laws and where to find rolling tobacco and E-cigarettes.
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Christmas in Peru: Traditions, Food and Where to Go
All you need to know about Christmas in Peru, including customs and traditions, traditional food and drink, and where to spend Christmas in Peru.
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Do You Need to Speak Spanish in Peru?
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…
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The Current Minimum Wage in Peru in US Dollars and Soles
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.
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“Are Peruvians Short?” and Other Questions Google Users Want Answered
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.
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Drinking Coca Tea Drug Test Results. What You should know in 2022.
Coca tea and drug tests don’t go well together. You can test positive for cocaine after drinking coca tea or chewing coca leaves, so be careful in Peru.
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Quotes About Peru, From Che Guevara to Superman
These quotes about Peru come from a range of sources, from acclaimed literary figures to famous fashion photographers and even a few fictional characters.
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Cockfighting in Peru: The Merchant, the Careador, the Spectator
Cockfighting in Peru is a lucrative business, with owners and trainers raising their gallos de pelea to fight for prizes often worth thousands of dollars.
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Tipping in Peru: How Much to Tip Guides, Waiters, Taxi Drivers and More
No fixed etiquette exists for tipping in Peru. It’s not a tipping culture, but the more you stick to the tourist circuit, the more you’ll have to tip.
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Major Imports and Exports of Peru: Products and Trade Partners
A look at the major imports and exports of Peru, including Peru’s main trade partners and the products that are made in, and bought into, the country.
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