‘Inca World’ Plan Taking Shape for Tourism in Cusco
The interview subject is Carlos Landauro, Peru’s chief of Foreign Commerce and Tourism for the Cusco region, and what he’s describing sounds big… really, really big.
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Improved tourism security for Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
Peru's tourism ministry this week launched a new program with the tourism police to offer increased protection to travelers in Cusco, Machu Picchu and all of…
Cusco ranked “Best Destination” and “Best Affordable Vacation” by US News
Cusco was chosen as Central and South America’s “Best Place to Visit” and “Best Affordable Vacation” in this year’s world travel ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
Pilot project: Cusco’s main plaza a vehicle-free pedestrian zone
Starting Monday, April 6, the Plaza Mayor of the Imperial Inca city will be closed to vehicular traffic, Cusco Mayor Carlos Moscoso tells reporters. It's part…
Bus ride up to Machu Picchu hiked, AGAIN!
The round-trip bus fare between Aguas Calients and Machu Picchu is about to increase for foreign tourists more than 26%, from $19 to $24.