The Valley is a wonderful place to spend time: it’s got warm, friendly people, spectacular views, and plenty of mysterious ruins. But even when you live in a place that many consider to be a kind of Paradise, sometimes, you need a change a scenery. A place that’s hot, where […]
The Andes – and in particular, the Sacred Valley of Peru – is well known for having rich soil and adequate rainfall, which means it’s easy to grow plants here. You can make a truly spectacular garden without having to spend much time, water or fertiliser, if you know which […]
Viva Peru is one of the most popular hangouts in the Valley, especially for those who live in and around Huaran. But who’s behind it? And why on earth are there so many gringos living in Huaran? It’s pretty much down to one guy: Gabriel Battaini, the founder of the […]
By Chere Di Boscio I often go to the wonderful gym at the Aranwa Hotel in Urubamba. It’s set in spectacular gardens, and has wonderful equipment. But after a few hours of working out my body, I can also work up a pretty huge appetite, and that’s when I head […]
So, you’ve rented the house of your dreams, made new friends, and feel like you want to stay in the Sacred Valley forever. But…can you? Legally, I mean? If you’re wondering how you can legally live in Peru, your answer is probably getting a carnet. More precisely known as the […]
