There are 498 blog posts for you to enjoy.
Calzada, Perú
July 22, 2025
Calzada is a very small "town" west of Moyobamba, in the northcentral region of Perú, on the east sidd of the mountains. When I say very small, I'm not exagerating, it's tiny. The town and the surrounding district includes about 5300 people. The native population of the area has become practically extinct, and their few descendants have been assimilated in the process of cultural development. No effort has been made to rescue their traditions or innate cultural contributions that would strengthen their local education and culture. All rather sad, but that is how this town has developed.
Read More
Soritor, Perú
July 21, 2025
Soritor might not make Perú's top-10 travel lists, and after walking its streets for a few
hours, I understand why. While it does have a certain rural charm, the town feels like it's stuck between eras - some
signs of progress, but a lot of rough edges. Most of the roads are still dirt, which kicks up a constant layer of dust.
And although the Plaza de Armas has been nicely remodeled, much of the town looks and feels like a construction site
that was paused halfway through.
Read More
Tabalosos, Perú
July 19, 2025
Tucked in a narrow valley just north of Tarapoto, the little town of Tabalosos isn't trying to impress anyone - and honestly, that's kind of its charm. It's not a tourist town, it doesn't have flashy sights, and if you're stopping here, you're probably either visiting family or grabbing a bite to eat on your way through. And yes, if you're looking for empanadas like I was, don't bother - they don't exist here. Not a single one in sight.
Read More
Lamas, Perú
July 16, 2025
Lamas, Perú, sits just a short drive north of Tarapoto, but the vibe couldn’t be more different. Built across three tiers of hillside terrain, it’s earned the nickname La Ciudad de los Tres Pisos—the City of Three Levels. With around 17,000 residents, it’s the capital of its province and proudly wears the title of Capital Folklórica de la Amazonía Peruana (Folkloric Capital of the Peruvian Amazon). The elevation shift gives it stunning views in every direction—and a few leg workouts if you’re walking.
Read More
Yurimaguas, Perú
July 15, 2025
Yurimaguas, Perú - often called the "Perla del Huallaga" - is a humid, bustling river town located at the junction of the Huallaga, Paranapura, and Shanusi Rivers. It's the largest city in the Alto Amazonas province of the Loreto region and the last paved stop on highway 5N. If you're coming by road, it's about 130 km northeast of Tarapoto through the cloud forests of the Cordillera Escalera. Yurimaguas may not be the end of the world, but it is the end of the road. There are many canoes and larger boats that will ferry you across the river, upstream, or downstream. If you plan on visiting Iquitos, much further into the Amazon region, you will have to take a boat, as there are no roads to Iquitos. Your other option is to return to Tarapoto and take a plane.
Read More