WIFI and Connectivity in Peru
Steve LePoidevin here in Peru. I've been International Living's Peru correspondent for a couple of years now. And we've been asked to answer a few questions about cell phone and WiFi reception or availability in Peru.
Steve LePoidevin
Making Ají de Gallina
Aji de Gallina is one of Peru’s classic dishes made from the famous brightly colored aji amarillo peppers. Although they are called yellow peppers, they are usually more orange than yellow. The spicy creamed chicken dish is traditionally served over rice...
Live on $1,800 a Month on Koh Samui, Thailand
With year-round sunshine, a dazzling array of gorgeous beaches, and lots of modern amenities, Koh Samui makes a great destination for anyone looking for a dream retirement by the sea. You can live well here on a budget of $1,800 to $2,200 a month.
Video: Is it Safe to Live in Peru?
Hi. This is Steve LePoidevin coming to you from the north coast of Peru. I've been International Living's Peru correspondent now for about three years, and I've recently been asked to answer a few questions about living here...
A Video Tour of Mancora, Peru
Peru is better known for its archaeological sites than its white-sand beaches, but the north coast of the country can more than satisfy your quest for sun, surf, and sand. From the Chilean border in the south to Ecuador in the north...
Top 10 Cities of Peru
Peru has long been a popular tourist destination thanks to the popularity of the ancient mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu, and its other fascinating archaeological sites. The growing reputation of its diverse cuisine is also attracting foodies from around the globe to sample a wide variety of ingredients from the sea, jungle, and mountains...
Rent by the Beach in Thailand from $500 a Month
It’s difficult to beat the beauty of Thailand’s white-sand beaches, often with a backdrop of jungle-topped mountains in the distance. Living on, or near, the expansive coast of this tropical paradise could be your dream retirement. Although more expensive than living in less well-traveled areas, the cost of living can still be surprisingly inexpensive for a life of year-round warm weather and spectacular scenery.
The Top 7 Expat Activities in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Living in the tropics is a dream for many, and Chiang Mai, Thailand, is still a popular destination for those seeking a year-round hot climate, along with a low cost of living. Although far from any white sandy beaches, Chiang Mai still has plenty of activities to keep you busy, both in the city and the surrounding countryside.
Festivals in Thailand
Thailand really is the land of festivals. There seems to be a different major holiday every month. And Chiang Mai is the place to celebrate most of them. For some reason, tourists gravitate to this part of the country by the thousands to partake in everything from Songkran to the Lantern Festival. Like the rest of the world, Thailand celebrates New Years Eve and New Years Day with parties, fireworks and everything else that goes along with this crazy part of the year on December 31 and January 1.