Peru Beyond Machu Picchu: An Expat Travel Writer’s Insider Guide

Episode 18: Tim Leffel- PeruThis Week's ChatJoin me as I sit down with Tim Leffel, an American expat living in Mexico who shares his absolute favourite holiday destination: Peru. We dive deep into what makes this place so special and why it's become his go-to escape.What We DiscussTim's Expat Journey: Tim is an award-winning travel writer, Tim is author of The World’s Cheapest Destinations, Travel Writing 2.0, and the living abroad book A Better Life for Half the Price. All have been published in multiple editions. It can all be found on his website hereDiscovering Peru: The story behind their first visit and what drew them backThe Highlights:Must-visit spots and hidden gems Local cuisine and beverage choicesCultural experiences not to miss Best time to visit and seasonal tips Practical Bits: Getting there, where to stay, and budget considerationsLocal Insights: Tiim chats about customs, traditions and festivlas such as Inti Raymi Key TakeawaysTim's top tip for first-time visitors to PeruSome other places within the regionHow to experience PeruCommon mistakes travellers make and how to avoid themMentioned in This EpisodeTypes of Foods: Ceviche, in season vegetables and PiscoAttractions: Places to visit and during what seasonUseful Apps/Websites: Cheapest Destination BlogConnect with Tim LeffelInstagram - GlobetrotsFacebook - Cheapest Destinations Next WeekI'll be chatting about my recent trip to Quebec- you won't want to miss it!Are you an expat with a favourite holiday destination you're passionate about? Drop me a line at [email protected] - I'd love to hear your story!Subscribe & Review: If you're enjoying these chats, please leave a review on your podcast platform that you are listening to - it really helps others discover the show.Send us Fan MailHelp Truly Expat Travel by leaving a review or making a donation Here is the link - https://buymeacoffee.com/trulyexpatVisas Made Simple Skip the embassy lines. iVisa handles it all online—fast, easy, and stress-free.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Find me on:Website: Truly Expat Travel Facebook: Truly ExpatInstagram: Truly Expat Travel TikTok: Truly Expat Travel Running this podcast takes a lot of coffee (and countless hours exploring every destination!). If you found this helpful and want to support more honest, detailed travel guides and itineraries, you can buy me a coffee. No pressure though – I'm just happy you're here and hope you have an incredible adventure! 🙂