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Put down that Machu Picchu guidebook!  Matador has the best tips and tricks for seeing the sights and paying the least amount of money at Machu Picchu, the ruins in Northern Peru, and the major cities.

8 Reasons Why Lima is More Than a Layover

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TRIP IDEAS:   Alix Farr explains why Lima isn't just a stopover city, but rather a "developing metropolis with culture and style."  More »

Peru Wins World's Largest Ceviche Title

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Photo Essay: Fiesta de la Candelaria in Puno, Peru

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NIGHTLIFE:   Fiesta de la Candelaria is Peru's most important religious celebration and one of the largest in South America. Elaborate costumes and characters in vivid color as photographed by Tyler Cole might tempt you to go one of these years.  More »

New Inca Road Discovered in Peru

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TRIP IDEAS:   Yet another ancient route leading to Machu Picchu has been found.  More »

Photo Essay: Demonstration in Solidarity with Peru's Indigenous People

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CHANGE:   A cynical commenter leads me to question: Can holding a protest sign help solve the world's problems?  More »

Machu Picchu on the Cheap

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TRIP IDEAS:   Follow these tips and you could be looking at a grand total of $80 for your Machu Picchu experience.  More »

9 Ways to Outdo the Guidebooks in Peru

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TRIP IDEAS:   Get your nose out of the guidebook.   More »

Cuzco, Peru By the Numbers

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Matador Trips editor Hal Amen takes a look back at a month spent in the tourist capital of Peru.  More »

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Matadorians who know #peru

Hal Amen

"Has traveled extensively in South America and knows the continent well"


Ross Borden

"Peru is just one of many contires Ross has traveled to"


Robert Kittilson

"Currently in Peru as part of a journey across South America"


Jessie Kwak

"On the beach in Huanchaco, Peru is the best place to watch the sunset"


Matthew Barker

"After moving to Peru Matthew set up a website to help other travelers in the region"


Nicholas Gill

"Expert on Peru having published a guidebook on the country"