12 Amazing Things You Didn’t Know About Ecuador

11 Things You Should Never Do in Ecuador, Ever

10 Underrated Locations in Ecuador You Should Visit

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Check out our guide to Peru's ruins and discover the overwhelming array of archeological sites all around the country.

South America

Peru

15 Fabulous Archeological Gems You Can Find Only in Peru

Learn about lucuma, Peru's delicious fruit, and discover why it's becoming another popular superfood. 

Lucuma: The Next Delicious Superfood from Peru

This Is the Next Delicious Superfood That Can Fight Against Ageing

Check out our guide to the potions and medicines found in the Amazon, from hallucinogenic brews to frog poison.

7 Natural Potions From the Magical Amazon Forest That Will Amaze You

If you would like to visit Peru and have a fortnight to spare, pack in as much as you can with our two-week guide.

How to Spend Two Weeks in Peru

Cultural heritage and artsy vibes: Barranco has everything you’re looking for in Lima.

Lima

An Insider's Guide to Barranco, Lima

Take part in a cooking class, embark on a spiritual retreat or volunteer in the Amazon on your trip to Peru.

8 Ways To Have a Truly Immersive Experience in Peru

Check out our guide to shopping for alpaca and learn all the tricks so you don't get ripped off

Cusco

7 Tips and Tricks for Purchasing Alpaca in Cusco

Check out our guide to Mancora, Peru's best place to do just about everything on the north coast.

12 Reasons to Visit Mancora, Peru’s Secret Surf Town

Out of all the South American countries, Peru is arguably the most densely historical, with ruins of Incas, mysterious tribes and the accomplished Chavin alike.

Ruins of Civilisation: The Sacred And Historical Sites Of Peru

Check out our list of the most colorful and stunning towns in Peru that you have to make time to visit.

11 of the Most Colourful Highland Towns in Peru

Read our article to learn about some of the cutest and creepiest wildlife from all corners of Peru

Where to Find Incredible Native Animals in Peru

We stopped by to chat with Lima-born Le Cordon Bleu chef Christian Manrique to find out how to make the famous ají de gallina at home.

How To Make Peru's Ají de Gallina According to a Local Le Cordon Bleu Chef

Peruvian cuisine is celebrated as among the world's best for a reason. Learn all about its most traditional dishes here.

10 Traditional Dishes You Have to Try in Peru

From dressing your dinner table to preparing the perfect Peruvian menu, here’s how to bring the smells, sounds and flavors of this South American gem to your dining room.

How To Host a Peruvian-Themed Dinner Party

Check out the 10 most beautiful towns you have to see while traveling in Peru, from mountain villages to lush seaside cities.

The 10 Most Beautiful Towns In Peru

An amazing country with diverse peoples and unique micro-climates, Ecuador provides a stunning variety of opportunities to discover something new.

Some tourists are more prepared, but many will make mistakes that could ruin their trip. Here are 11 things you should never do in Ecuador.

The small country of Ecuador feels grand in scope when you consider the vast number of little-known destinations.

The Best Travel, Food and Culture Guides for Ecuador, South America - Local News & Top Things to Do

Ecuador

Guides & Tips

12 Amazing Things You Didn’t Know About Ecuador

An amazing country with diverse peoples and unique micro-climates, Ecuador provides a stunning variety of opportunities to discover something new.

Guides & Tips

11 Things You Should Never Do in Ecuador, Ever

See & Do

10 Underrated Locations in Ecuador You Should Visit