Maureen Santucci

Traveling with an open mind will help you see the world differently—important when visiting places with a different way of life than yours.

There's more to Peru's native artisanship than textiles—in fact, one other area in which this country has always excelled is ceramics.

While Peruvian cuisine has become more recognized in the world foodie scene, some of the best restaurants in Cusco offer international fare.

Is Peru on your must-see list? Here's how much time you should budget for Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, and more.