Unbelievable Peru Uber Scams and Reliable Peru Currency

09/09/19 • 16 min

Welcome to the Peru Travel Podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, RadioPublic or listen in the media player above.

Not really sure whether you should use a taxi or Uber in Peru? We let you know what we think is best and the scams you should be on the lookout for.

We also have a breakdown of the best Peru currency to use while traveling. Is it US dollars (or other currency), credit cards, or soles?

Finally, what should I do in Lima? We got some ideas for the adrenaline junkies, the foodies, and those who just like to wing it!

Be sure to visit us at our homepage or email us at [email protected] for any questions or topics that you want us to cover.

Transcript is available which has been modified for your reading pleasure.

Welcome to the Peru Travel Podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, RadioPublic or listen in the media player above.

Not really sure whether you should use a taxi or Uber in Peru? We let you know what we think is best and the scams you should be on the lookout for.

We also have a breakdown of the best Peru currency to use while traveling. Is it US dollars (or other currency), credit cards, or soles?

Finally, what should I do in Lima? We got some ideas for the adrenaline junkies, the foodies, and those who just like to wing it!

Be sure to visit us at our homepage or email us at [email protected] for any questions or topics that you want us to cover.

Transcript is available which has been modified for your reading pleasure.

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The Inca Trail Packing List: Top 5 Items

Welcome to the Peru Travel Podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, or listen in the media player above. Today, we have our gear junkie on and we’re talking everything gear that you need for the Inca Trail or any of the other Peru treks.

Kevin discusses the gear that you need to keep you dry depending on the season. This can include anything from boots, shoes, or rain jackets.

The guys then cover the items you are going to need to stay warm. Is a synthetic or down puffy jacket the better option while you are hiking in Peru?

Next, if you need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night and want to avoid ghosts, they discuss your lighting options.

After this, they discuss how to save your knees while hiking over 26 miles with extensive elevation changes. They once again discuss why you should avoid buying wooden poles in Peru if you want to help save the Peruvian rainforest.

Find out why you need hydration but should avoid a 12-liter Camelbak and just stick to a 3-liter hydration pack.

Finally, download our Inca Trail packing list here.

Be sure to visit us on our homepage or email us at [email protected] for any questions or topics that you want us to cover.

Transcript is available which has been modified for your reading pleasure.

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Peru Itinerary: 10 Day Travel Plan (Adventurous Edition)

Welcome to the Peru Travel Podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, RadioPublic, Pandora or listen in the media player above.

We get lots of questions relating to how people should plan out their Peru itinerary. Because of that this episode, we are starting with our “adventurous” or “adrenaline” version of a Peru 10 day itinerary.

Below is the quick breakdown but be sure to listen to hear all the details.

Day 1: Fly to Lima

Day 2: Fly to Cusco

Day 3: Sacred Valley Tour

Day 4: Short Inca Trail

Day 5: Machu Picchu

Day 6: Fly to Lima

Day 7: Ballestas/Huacachina

Day 8: Nazca Lines

Day 9: Lima Food Tour or Museums

Day 10: Fly Home

Be sure to visit us at our homepage or email us at [email protected] for any questions or topics that you want us to cover.