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Online Gambling through Casino Peru

February 2nd, 2009 | Peru - Adults Only | No Comments »

Casino Peru is now online at www.casinoperu.com.

The online casino accepts major credit cards and debit cards, and does not invite players under the age of 18 or US players.

It is, however, available to players in other countries, making it a hotspot for internet gamblers in Central and South America.

There is no cost for registering at Casino Peru, whether you play or not is up to you. Special offers, bonuses, and tournaments are available to those who register.

Casino Peru offers a number of games: Blackjack, Video Poker, Pai Gow, Caribbean, Roulette, Baccarat, Let em Ride, Slots, and Red Dog. if you don’t know how to play you can read mini-tutorials on the web-site Read more

How do I get my American TV Programs on in Peru?

January 29th, 2009 | Peru - Business, Peru - Relocation | 3 Comments »

If you are looking to set up your TV programming in Peru, many chose to go with DirecTV, although there are some things to take into account when deciding how to go about getting all the programs you really want.

Some questions have arisen about whether or not you can use a receiver and an access card from the States to connect to your DirecTV packaging from Peru.

I am by no means an expert in this area, but from what I have read/been told there are a couple of problems with doing this; mainly that the DirecTV Latin America and the DirecTV USA run off of different satellites. This means that even if you used a Read more

A night out in Lima at the Jazz Zone

January 23rd, 2009 | Peru - Nightlife, Peru - Places to Eat | 2 Comments »

The Jazz Zone brings a little different flavor to the typical Peruvian music scene. The cozy, intimate scene offers a pleasant little setting to enjoy musical performances by local and international musicians. If you aren’t that into jazz, is doesn’t really matter, the club/bar is a nice change of pace and makes for a good night out.

The Jazz Zone invites musicians who play a variety of typical Jazz, Latin and Acid Jazz, Peruvian Flamenco and more. The web-site www.jazzzoneperu.com keeps an up-to-date schedule by week, and by month of the artists that will be performing. (It is in Spanish).

Pisco Sours at Huaringas Bar in Lima

January 19th, 2009 | Peru - Nightlife | 1 Comment »

Huaringas is my recommendation for cocktails in Lima. This popular and up-scale bar is located above the Brujas de Cachiche restaurant at Bolognesi 460 in Miraflores (the establishment is owned by one family).

Huaringas is one of the most visited bars in Lima, thanks mainly to its broad selection of drinks made with Peru’s National Liquor, the Pisco. (Huaringas also has non-alcoholic drinks… if you’re into that sort of thing.)

Fine Dining at La Rosa Nautica Restaurant

January 12th, 2009 | Peru - Nightlife, Peru - Places to Eat, The Best of Peru | No Comments »

La Rosa Nautica is practically famous in Lima, set on Pier 4 of the Lima Beach Circuit. The view is incredible and the food is excellent, with both Peruvian and International fare to choose from.

As with every restaurant with a lot of hype, La Rosa sometimes finds it hard to live up to ever diner’s expectations. I have heard the complaints, especially from those who are on pre-paid tour packages, but all in all, the satisfaction among patrons is overwhelming.

San Francisco Church and Catacombs – Another thing to do in Lima

January 2nd, 2009 | Peru - Culture, Peru - Family Friendly, Peru - Must See or Do | 1 Comment »

If you are currently making your list of things to do when you are Lima make sure you add the Church of San Francisco (La Iglesia de San Francisco) to the list. The Church and monastery are interesting enough, but the real attraction here are the underground catacombs.

For about 2 dollars (US) you can enter the extensive tunnel system of graves containing piles and piles of human bones. The bones are sorted by body type, thanks to a group of archaeologists who inventoried them. In one area the bones are arranged into a work of art, copying the French catacombs. (Oh the things you learn on a guided tour!)

Visiting the Zoo in Lima Peru

December 30th, 2008 | Peru - Family Friendly | No Comments »

While we’re taking the time to explore Lima a little bit more, let’s take a look at Parque de las Leyendas (Park of the Legends). This little zoo is a popular place for Limenos (as the locals are called) as well as visitors. It is home to some of Peru’s native wildlife, such as llamas, condors, and other birds native to the Amazon region.

The zoo is divided into three sections with each one highlighting animals from a specific region of Peru. They are:

The Coast
The Andes Mountains
The Peruvian Rainforests

There is a fourth section The International Section which has your traditional zoo animals.

Shopping and Entertainment in Lima at Larcomar

December 29th, 2008 | Peru - Gringo Favorite, Peru - Must See or Do, Peru - Places to Eat | No Comments »

The newest and most fashionable shopping center in Lima is Larcomar, and it should most definitely be on your list of things to do/places to shop. With a fantastic view of the Miraflores Bay, you can browse the stores for designer clothes, cigars, and other souvenirs, eat at one of the many international restaurants (they have a HOOTERS), catch a flick, dance at one of the discotheques, or even go bowling!

Larcomar is clean and safe, making it an ideal place to spend the afternoon. You may choose to start your day down at the beach, and then hike on up to the shopping center for lunch, where you can sit at any of the cafes that overlook the Read more

Quality Furniture for the Home and Office from Lima

December 22nd, 2008 | Peru - Best Shopping, Peru - Business, Peru - Relocation | No Comments »

has been a leader in furniture production in Lima since 1925. Their mission has been to design and manufacture excellent furniture, to satisfy the needs of their customers, to be a solid company with international reaches, and to operate with social and environmental responsibility. For the last 80 plus years Canziani has managed to do just that, continually pushing for the betterment of the industry.

Canziani is a family business that has maintained the philosophy and vision of its original founder. Careful attention is given to detail throughout the entire production process; from the selecting of wood to the final design, the Canziani team does their utmost to produce the highest quality of products.

Coffee and Lunch at Cafe Cafe in Lima

December 16th, 2008 | Peru - Gringo Favorite, Peru - Places to Eat | No Comments »

As I sit here sipping a delightful combination of coffee, Kahlua, rum, and Frangelica, I think back to the first time I had a Cappuccino Calypso at Café Café in Lima, Peru.

The two-story cafe sits is located just across from Parque Central in Miraflores, making it the perfect place to grab a cup of hot or cold coffee or a bite to eat and just watch the crowds as they pass.

Online Gambling through Casino Peru

How do I get my American TV Programs on in Peru?

A night out in Lima at the Jazz Zone

Pisco Sours at Huaringas Bar in Lima

Fine Dining at La Rosa Nautica Restaurant

San Francisco Church and Catacombs – Another thing to do in Lima

Visiting the Zoo in Lima Peru

Shopping and Entertainment in Lima at Larcomar

Quality Furniture for the Home and Office from Lima

Coffee and Lunch at Cafe Cafe in Lima

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