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August 15th, 2009 | Peru - Adults Only, Peru - Business, Peru - Culture, Peru - Gringo Favorite, Peru - Nightlife, Peru - Places to Eat, Peru - Travel Tips | 3 Comments »

Heading out for a night in Lima? Stop at Bar La Noche de Barranco for a round of drink, located on Bolognesi 307, at Pasaje Sánchez Carrión.

The bar is a favorite among Lima residents with drinks and music nightly, open from 8 pm to 4 am. La Noche de Barranco has a Bohemian type feel, and Monday night is jazz night, which usually starts at about 10 pm.

For the last 16 years La Noche de Barranco has served up the best in drinks, live music, art exhibitions and more. It is considered the place for the underground music scene in Lima.

Phone number is *51–1–2472186

The Human Body Exhibit in Lima

July 23rd, 2009 | Peru - Family Friendly, Peru - Gringo Favorite, Peru - Must See or Do, Peru - Travel Tips | No Comments »

The Human Body exhibit has been seen around the world, and right now it is here in Lima. Although this has nothing to do with the culture of Peru, it is an amazing exhibit that should most definitely be seen. And who knows, seeing it in Lima might be the only chance you get!

The exhibit displays real bodies, complete and partial, that have been preserved using polymerization. This liquid silicone preserves the human tissue, leaving the body completely plasticized at a molecular level. You can see the complexity of the bones, nerves, organs, and blood vessels.

This is a cool way to really see how the body works. The exhibit is open to people of all ages, although it Read more

More Railway Routes to Open with Service to Machu Picchu

July 20th, 2009 | The Best of Peru | 1 Comment »

Exciting news if you are planning a trip to Cusco-Machu Picchu… you now will have more choices as to what railway you take there. The Transandino Train (Fetransa), concessionaire of the railroad routes, has officially informed Andean Railways and Inca Rail that starting in September they will be able to offer service to these historic sites.

It is a fantastic development for tourits, points out José Daniel Amado, the executive president of Andean railways. He says, “The big winners will be the national and foreign tourists who will soon have new alternatives to reach the Sacred Valley.”

Both railways are currently working to comply with all the legal steps and procedures required of them by the Inversión en Infraestructura de Transporte Read more

Room Rates Drop at Peru's Nicest Hotels

July 13th, 2009 | Peru - Best Shopping, Peru - Business, Peru - Gringo Favorite, Peru - Places to Stay, Peru - Travel Tips, The Best of Peru | No Comments »

Good news if you are thinking of traveling to Peru: you might be able to afford to stay at a nicer hotel than you once thought. Jose Koechlin, the President of Peru’s hotel Society (SHP), made a statement saying that many of the country’s 5 star hotels have been reducing their rates from between 30% and 50% with the goal of attracting more tourists.

Although there have been reductions on the cost of a night at one of these fancy hotels in Peru in the past, Koechlin states that never has he seen the rate be reduced so much, and during peak seasons at that.

Hotel owners know that internationally the tourism industry is not doing as well as it Read more

Safe, Reliable and On Time Taxis in Peru – Professional Drivers!

July 9th, 2009 | Peru - Business, Peru - Gringo Favorite, Peru - Travel Tips, The Best of Peru | 1 Comment »

A reliable, safe taxi service in Lima? That’s what Taxi Excel is all about. Owner Guillermo Quintana is attempting to fill the void and provide customers with a top notch transportation service. Currently taxis in Lima are known for being late, unprofessional and sometimes even dangerous, although very cheap.

Taxi Excel puts professionalism above price, although they are still a far cry from what a New Yorker would be used to paying. The company manages a group of drivers who all own their own cars, complete with GPS tracking. They are an organized and technologically advanced company, and the next big thing among those who find reliable, quality service to be of higher value than a cheap taxi ride.

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Tips for taking Taxis in Lima, Peru

July 4th, 2009 | Peru - Business, Peru - Tourist Trap, Peru - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Taxis in Lima are one of the most convenient and affordable ways to get around; that is what makes them so popular. You can’t beat a 25 minute, 15 kilometer taxi ride for S/.10 (about $3) practically anywhere! If you are new to taking taxis in Lima, however, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

For the most part, taxi robbery is not too common, but it does happen, and foreigners are oftentimes the prey. Here are three rules to live by:

1. If anything about the taxi makes you suspicious – the car itself, the driver… anything! – don’t get in. It’s like they always say, “Better safe than sorry!”

2. When taking a cab always Read more

Tango VIP and Flamenco in Miraflores, Lima

April 18th, 2009 | Peru - Adults Only, Peru - Nightlife, The Best of Peru | 1 Comment »

This Wednesday, April 22nd at the Jazz Zone in Miraflores will be one of the greatest tango, flamenco, and rumba celebrations. Make sure you come check out the show – 35 sol for regular entry and 45 sol for VIP entry.

It is recommended that you get your tickets ahead of time. What better way to spend an evening with your friends than at the Jazz Zone listening to some great music.

For getting your tickets ahead of time call 988–543–788.

The DoubleTree Hotel in Lima

March 20th, 2009 | Peru - Places to Stay | No Comments »

The DoubleTree El Pardo by Hilton in Lima is raising the bar for hotels in Lima. As part of the Hilton brand the DoubleTree promises everything you would expect out of a quality hotel.

General manager Ricardo Bracale says, “The Hilton brand means we are now operating according to international standards, and are part of a global booking system, which has strengthened our position considerably.” It is that kind of dependability that most travelers look for in a hotel.

With Peru’s economic market having an incredible year last year, the DoubleTree has decided to invade Peru in hopes of being the first chain of major hotels to enter Peru, as well as setting the standard for hotels throughout the country. Outside of Read more

Medical Insurance for Expats in Peru

February 11th, 2009 | Peru - Relocation | 2 Comments »

If you are planning on moving to Peru either permanently or temporarily it is important to think about health insurance. Many expatriates get health insurance that is specifically tailored for those living or working abroad from private international health care providers.

Policies generally include medical insurance, emergency medial evaluation, and repatriation services. The most basic of plans include standard emergency medial insurance, but that is about it. Many expats choose more classic plans that include special medical treatments, diagnostic procedures, and other routine medical and dental needs. Premium plans obviously include more coverage for the family and prescription coverage. Most private insurance companies offer a variety of plans and are used to tailoring plans to fit the needs of expats. Read more

U.S. Company offers Jobs for English Speakers in Lima

February 7th, 2009 | Peru - Business, Peru - Relocation | 6 Comments »

Looking for some work, other than teaching English in Peru? These job postings were added to ExpatPeru the morning of Saturday, February 7th: