So I'm finally updating my blog with the start of my Peru trip. For the record this is not a vacation, it is, at the moment, a work trip - so how much "vacation-y" stuff shows up is still up for debate. But, let's start with the Peruvian basics.
1) In answer to any questions about Lima - the airport is an airport. The quality of an airport is inversely proportional to time spent travelling and the time spent in the airport. Lima's airport leaves, according to that formula, much to be desired. On the plus side - Starbucks doesn't close. On the downside, there isn't anyplace convenient to grab a nap on an extended layover.
2) Don't ask about the jungle - I haven't seen it. I'm working in a medium-sized city called Ilo. Ilo exists as a small oasis with the Pacific Ocean on one side, and the desert on the other. I will hopefully get to see jungle in my time here, and will post pictures accordingly.
3) The exchange rate here is NOT especially favourable (only 3:1) - however unless you happen to be going to Starbucks, food, drink, and lodging are all cheap - making it a pretty easy place to go on a budget and have a good time, if you're up for an adventure.
4) As a corollary to number three - be prepared to diet when you get home. The food here is plentiful, cheap (REALLY cheap), and excellent. Be warned, if you're not a seafood person, you could be in for a shock (and possible allergic reaction), as octopus, squid, crawfish, shrimp, clams, and lobster (we think) are the name of the game as far as local restaurants are concerned.
5) Make an effort to learn some Spanish before coming to visit - make everyone's lives easier. Markets (Markados) are a good place to practice your Spanish - some basic vocabulary required.
As it stands, I've done little that's actually noteworthy here other than work - which I do on a daily basis, my usual 8-10 hours a day. When that changes, there will be more stories. Photos will follow as they actually get taken.
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