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AeroPeru Returns to the Skies
If you’ve never heard of AeroPeru, don’t feel bad. They haven’t carried a single passenger since the dawn of this millennium. But, once upon a time, AeroPeru was the country’s flag carrier and number one airline. Now, the airline is back and looking to re-enter the Peruvian domestic air travel market. With the recent death of Peruvian Airlines, the timing couldn’t be better. But is this airline truly back to life? And what caused it to fade away in the first place? The History of AeroPeru AP flew through Peruvian skies between 1973 and 1999. For the most part, it was a huge success. The airline could take you to…
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Spring has Sprung in Lima, Peru!
How’s the weather during November? Having survived the unending grey of the Lima winter we recently welcomed spring. The weather is quite pleasant, warm and sunny. The high during the day is a very pleasant 72 with an overnight low of about 65. Along the Costa Verde Highway surf rentals are back for the season. Surfers are flocking to the beaches. It’s shorts weather again! What can you do in Spring? It is a fantastic time of the year to bike, ride a bicycle, hike, or just take a nice long walk. Other things that are popular this time of year are having a barbecue with friends on the rooftop…
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What Is The Lima Pass Card?
Tenured veterans of Lima know how disorganized transportation has been here. A recent arrival might look around and see a semblance of normalcy. Buses stop at bus stops, route numbers are labeled on signs, and people wait in line dutifully. But it wasn’t always this way. Before the Lima Pass card, prior to the Corredores, and many projects ago, public transportation was a total mess. It’s still got a long way to go. But some of the recent changes to the system have had a massive impact on transportation efficiency in Lima. Today we’ll talk about the Lima Pass card, the latest innovation in Lima’s public transportation. How Does the…
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How Much Does Gas Cost in Peru?
If you’ve ever contemplated getting your own car or you’re considering renting one while you visit Peru, then you might have wondered: How much does gas cost in Peru? And just why is the price what it is? We’ll cover that, and more. How the Price of Gas is Determined To start, let’s be clear that when we say “gas”, we’re talking specifically about good old fashioned gasoline. My apologies to the English, but we’re not calling it Petrol. We won’t be getting into GLP or GNV, liquefied gas products that can also be used to power your vehicle, in this article. Like anywhere else in the world, gas prices…
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Gringo Prices – Real or Myth?
Gringo Prices – Myth or Reality? First, what is a gringo? grin·go /ˈɡriNGɡō/ Learn to pronounce noun DEROGATORY•HUMOROUS noun: gringo; plural noun: gringos (in Spanish-speaking countries and contexts, chiefly in the Americas) a person, especially an American, who is not Hispanic or Latino. Gringo Prices That leads us to ‘Gringo Prices’ and what they are. If you do a quick Google search for the term, you will find it usually means that a traveler is being taken advantage of when it comes to the purchase of goods or services. I’ve talked to many of my friends before writing this post and most say that gringo prices are a real thing. I feel…
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Peruvian Airlines Closes and Cancels Flights
As of October 4th, Peruvian Airlines is no longer operating in Peru. The company announced its decision via an official communication, which has since been circulated across every medium imaginable. The shut down will have consequences for travelers in Peru, as well as the many Peruvian residents who used the airline regularly. The news came as a real surprise since no major incidents had occurred. So, what happened? What Happened to Peruvian Airlines? The company blames the Peruvian government, specifically SUNAT, the tax collection agency. At the heart of the dispute was the cost of two planes that the airline had imported to use in Peru. Anyone who has tried…
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Off the Beaten Path – Huánuco, Peru
Getting there We can get you to the bus terminal from anywhere in Lima! <More Information>. A quick search of redbus.pe shows that seven bus companies serve Huánuco from Lima, Peru. A one-way ticket is PEN40-70 or about USD$12-20. Getting there takes about 8 hours and the roads are well maintained as it is a vital trade route between Lima and Pucallpa. About the city Huánuco, Peru has one of the best micro-climates in Peru. It is comfortable year-round and has a climate very similar to San Diego, CA, warm days and cool nights. Huánuco is considered ‘selva alta’ or high jungle. Its elevation is 1913 mt. – 6275 feet.…
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When is Line 2 of the Lima Metro Going to Open?
Line 2 of the Lima Metro has been under construction since 2015, and yet it feels like we’re nowhere closer to hitching a ride on Lima’s first subway system. When can we expect Line 2 of the Lima Metro to open? And what sort of impact will it have on the city? The History of Line 2 For those who don’t know, Lima’s Metro started all the way back in the 80s. Alan Garcia originally ordered the project, only for the first line of the system to run out of funding. The “train to nowhere” dangled bent rebar over Avenida Aviacion for decades. I remember seeing those unfinished tracks when…
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Coca-Cola Chicken Wings – Gringo Taxi Style!
Everyone knows about and loves Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa, ceviche, lomo saltado, causa rellana, aji de gallina, and many more. Less known, but very popular is Coca-Cola Chicken Wings.
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What is Pico y Placa? Everything you Need to Know
If you drive in Lima or take a cab from A to B, then you’ve probably heard of Pico y Placa by now. If not, we’re here to fill you in. So, what is Pico y Placa, and how does it affect you? What is Pico y Placa? Pico y Placa is a form of road space rationing, also known as “alternate-day travel.” Essentially, it means that some cars can’t travel on some roads during certain times. Other cities in Latin America have implemented this policy before, so it’s nothing new. The strategy is supposed to work by reducing the number of cars on the road. This prevents backups and…
