This is the perfect destination for your next trip

Are you looking for a destination that truly has it all, like thousands of years of history, landscapes you'll never forget, the world's best cuisine and true cultural authenticity? Then there is one country that has just been put in the international spotlight: Peru.

December 2025 brought a deluge of awards at the World Travel Awards, but we're not talking about just any awards here. Peru was named Best Culinary Destination in the World and Best Cultural Destination in the World. The country thus confirms its status as the one place we should really all visit at least once in our lives.

Why go to Peru right now?

Its gastronomy has become an experience in itself. Every dish tells a story traversing the Andes, the Amazon and the Pacific coast. From ultra-fresh ceviche in Lima's restaurants to ancient recipes from Andean communities, eating here means traveling through centuries of traditions and merging cultures.

But the food is just the beginning, because in Peru you can experience the culture instead of just watching it. You can participate in local holidays, visit workshops where ancient craft techniques are still alive and kicking, and walk around places that preserve the legacy of the Incas, the Amazon and colonial times.

And then there is Machu Picchu, named Best World Tourist Attraction of 2025. More words are unnecessary: it's a place that will change your point of view on beauty and human ingenuity forever.

Where to go (besides the classics)?

Of course, Lima deserves a two-day visit: between rooftop terraces overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the lively Miraflores and Barranco neighborhoods, the capital is a succession of discoveries. And yes, the southern route with Cusco and the Sacred Valley remains indispensable.

But if you want something different, head north: Lambayeque and La Libertad are regions that still remain largely under the radar. Here you can explore the refined Moche civilization, visit Chan Chan (the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas) and immerse yourself in the most authentic Peru, away from the crowds.

If you're thinking, "This year, I want to take that one trip I'll never forget," Peru might be just what you're looking for.

And with four brand new awards under its belt, now is the time to go.

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