SVEP Editor, Author at Sacred Valley Expats

Tips For Learning Spanish In The Sacred Valley

SVEP Editor December 21, 2018

Fact: if you don’t speak Spanish at all, you’ll be missing out on a lot in the Sacred Valley. But don’t worry – it’s a pretty easily language to learn, and even having a few basic phrases will make life so much…

30 Ways To Cook Potatoes – Peru’s Gift To The World

SVEP Editor December 20, 2018

Peru is a cornucopia of great food, and one of the staple crops they’ve grown since, well, practically the dawn of time is the humble potato. In fact, it’s here that potatoes originated and spread around the world, thanks to the Spanish Conquistadors,…

Which Water Filter Is Best For Living In The Valley?

SVEP Editor December 18, 2018

By Alexandria Beyer Most of us already know that we’re mainly made of water – around 70%, in fact. That means that if our body were a glass of water, we would be full up to our shoulders! For this reason, it…

Warnings About Sacred Valley Living

SVEP Editor December 18, 2018

Life in the Sacred Valley is generally very safe, but there are a few things to watch out for. Illnesses To avoid getting sick, you’ll need to buy a good water filter, or better yet, bring one with you as these are…

Banking In The Sacred Valley

SVEP Editor December 18, 2018

To open a bank account, you’ll first need to have some kind of Peruvian identity card, such as the carnet de extranjeria or a Peruvian passport, and proof of address, such as a current bill or rental contract. Just bring these into…

All About Hauran/Arin

SVEP Editor December 16, 2018

These two charming towns are tiny, but they’ve become highly popular with expats for some reason. Consequently, there’s now an abundance of houses designed and furnished to ‘Western standards,’ and there’s a warm, welcoming community here. However, there’s not much to do…

Getting Around The Sacred Valley

SVEP Editor December 16, 2018

Transportation in the Valley is pretty easy – there are ‘micros’ – or collectivos (collective buses) that run from Cusco to Urubamba. Buses From Cusco, get the bus from the bus terminal on Grau Street. The journey takes between 1.5 and 2…

All About Calca

SVEP Editor December 16, 2018

Calca is a very pretty town, characterised by two wonderfully appointed squares, side by each. Both are heavy with flowers, sculptures and ancient trees, and are divided by a charming colonial church and market. The town is still highly authentic, with little…

All About Ollantaytambo

SVEP Editor December 16, 2018

Ollantaytambo is best known as being ‘the last Inca village’. Indeed, much of the architecture and infrastructure the Inca left behind is still intact in this attractive little town located at the western end of the Sacred Valley. It may be two…

All About Urubamba

SVEP Editor December 14, 2018

At 53 km from Cusco, Urubamba is one of the fastest growing towns in the valley, and with good reason. As the largest town in the Sacred Valley, it’s packed with great cafes, bars and restaurants, and it’s also perfectly located between…

Sacred Valley Expats

Why Going To A Holistic Dentist Is A Good Idea

Everything You Need To Know About Mail In Peru

How To Rent A House In the Sacred Valley

Warnings About Sacred Valley Living

All About Hauran/Arin

All About Calca

All About Ollantaytambo

All About Urubamba

Why Burning Palo Santo Is A BAD Idea

Your 2019 Horoscope By Claudia Vannini

Interview With Local Artist Jesús Alcides Ruphay

How To Plan An Event In The Sacred Valley

Author: SVEP Editor

Tips For Learning Spanish In The Sacred Valley

30 Ways To Cook Potatoes – Peru’s Gift To The World

Which Water Filter Is Best For Living In The Valley?

Warnings About Sacred Valley Living

Banking In The Sacred Valley

All About Hauran/Arin

Getting Around The Sacred Valley

All About Calca

All About Ollantaytambo

All About Urubamba