Peru
The seven wonders you must see at Machu Picchu
The ancient ruins of the now too-well-loved Incan settlement have provoked wonder and awe over generations.
- by Ben Groundwater
A cherished plate of carby deliciousness
Served with a spicy salsa, a wedge of lime and a cold, dark beer, this is Peru on a plate.
- by Ben Groundwater
Peru’s ‘other’ hike is one of the world’s most spectacularly Insta-worthy locations
This isn’t the Inca Trail or the equally spectacular Salkantay Trail. But it’s up and back in the space of a morning, with time to return to Cusco for afternoon tea.
- by Ben Groundwater
Nine must-do highlights of Lima, Peru
Art hotels, the world’s best restaurants, pisco tastings and a pre-Incan pyramid – this capital city is hot right now.
- by Jamie Lafferty
Forget France and Italy: This is now the world’s greatest country for food
Food is becoming Peru’s new Machu Picchu, attracting gourmands and those who just love to eat with its unique cuisines and exceptional ingredients.
- by Ben Groundwater
An expert expat’s guide to Lima, Peru
After four years of cancer treatment, former Manly local and tech founder Chad Walkaden found a new home in Peru, with a culture that’s “all about the food”.
- by Belinda Jackson
In the jungle, everything wants to eat something (including us)
Exploring the Amazon, plenty of things want to take a bite out of us. But back on our luxurious riverboat, we’re the ones who eat best.
- by Jamie Lafferty
Opinion
Adventure holidays
I went to work in the jungle and learnt lessons that changed my life
A 21-year-old wise beyond his years taught me lessons about patience and empathy we all should heed.
- by Michael Fowler
This diet-destroying dish shares a home with the world’s best restaurant
Peru is now known as much for its fine-dining as it is for ancient ruins. But this dish is one of its more everyday treasures.
- by Ben Groundwater
Late winter escapes: The world’s best places for an August holiday
Keen to escape Australia in August? Here are the countries and cities to visit for their summer, winter or welcoming dry season.
- by Brian Johnston
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