1.- RESPECTFUL TRAVEL TO PERU
A trip to Peru allows you to know the great cultural and historical diversity that arises as a result of the mixture of ancient civilizations with the European influence that arrived with the Spaniards and later the contribution of many migratory waves. The country contains a large number of ethnic groups and each one maintains a bond with its own customs, such as the practice of traditions, use of the native language and other aspects that are also reflected in the gastronomy, festivities, beliefs, clothing and melodious music. Among the main indigenous communities are the Quechua and the Aymara who to this day keep alive the traditions in rural environments while the indigenous villages do so in the remote areas of the Amazon, these festivities are possible to enjoy during Peru Tours as the Inti Raymi celebrated in Cusco or the religious festival of Candelaria that occurs in Puno.
This is a cultural heritage that comes from thousands of years in history from pre-Columbian cultures starting in Carsal considered the oldest in the world, through others that left their mark present to this day as the Nazca culture, reaching one of the most important which is the Inca civilization considered as one of the most powerful cultures that spread over much of the Andes leaving an architectural legacy that still stands to this day with places and conical as Machu Picchu or Sacsayhuaman, until the arrival of the Spanish and the creation of the colony that eventually resulted in the republican era in which Peru became independent.
2.- THE BEST WAYS TO ENJOY THE UN RESPECTFUL TRAVEL TO PERU
2.1.- Respect the culture
One of the main aspects of a Respectful Travel To Peru is to show the proper respect for the local culture and this is achieved by identifying the diverse cultures and at the same time the traditions that exist to this day. The world in general is different and as long as you travel with an open mind you will be able to express that empathy for the local customs which will allow you to interact easily with everyone. Although not in all cities you can feel a great conservative value within the habits mainly in clothing and although it may seem a little strange it is important to value it as part of their cultural heritage. During a Respectful Travel To Peru it is important to adapt the personal behavior that you have because in some places certain habits that you may have would be offensive as spitting in the street. It is also important that for a Respectful Travel To Peru you can learn some basic words in the local language such as “Hola” or “Gracias”, this will allow the local people to feel that consideration towards them, besides it is an excellent way to break the ice during your Trip to Peru.
ENJOY AND BE RESPONSIBLE AT THE SAME TIME
“The UN declared 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. A year focused on reminding us that tourism is not just about visiting places, but connecting with local people and their culture, as well as making a difference in their lives and ours, regardless of where we are. 2017 is gone, but that doesn’t mean we should forget about responsible tourism.”
2.2.- Support sustainability
An essential aspect of a Respectful Travel To Peru is to be responsible with the environment and this is achieved by choosing properly where you fly, where you will sleep and even with whom you will travel. Many of the companies have implemented their sustainability protocol in which all services are designed in such a way that they do not negatively impact the environment allowing the local communities to also have a contribution in the production of organic products and reuse products that would normally be thrown away causing unnecessary waste. The Respectful Travel To Peru begins with choosing a travel agency that has established its identity of sustainability in which the services do not involve an affectation to nature and in case it does affect it, a measure is taken in this regard such as reforestation or recycling campaigns. This also occurs with accommodations that use recyclable elements or natural products.
2.3.- Avoid littering
When you enjoy Peru Tours you easily forget about all the rest, but it is very important that you remember that to make a Respectful Travel To Peru you must avoid as much as possible to generate waste, it doesn’t matter if the rest does it, you make the difference. You contribute a lot to confront this problem when you are aware that every purchase you make could generate a waste that if not properly processed will end up in the street or worse in an inaccessible place, many of these items have a lifespan of thousands of years and when accumulated become a big problem for the environment. One way to participate in a Respectful Travel To Peru and support personally is to always carry with you a small bag in which you can accumulate your segmented waste and when you find a suitable place you can distribute it accordingly, there are companies such as hotels or stores that process this garbage and then you can refuse.
When you enjoy Peru Tours you easily forget about all the rest, but it is very important that you remember that to make a Respectful Travel To Peru you must avoid as much as possible to generate waste, it doesn’t matter if the rest does it, you make the difference. You contribute a lot to confront this problem when you are aware that every purchase you make could generate a waste that if not properly processed will end up in the street or worse in an inaccessible place, many of these items have a lifespan of thousands of years and when accumulated become a big problem for the environment. One way to participate in a Respectful Travel To Peru and support personally is to always carry with you a small bag in which you can accumulate your segmented waste and when you find a suitable place you can distribute it accordingly, there are companies such as hotels or stores that process this garbage and then you can refuse.
2.4.- Local Shopping
Being part of a Respectful Travel To Peru also implies supporting directly or indirectly the local communities, this can be generated from considering buying something to eat, buying a souvenir or even renting a place to spend the night. These actions can have a great impact for the local economy allowing them to develop other activities, this happens in the villages around Cusco but also in the city itself. The experiences of a Respectful Travel To Peru are not only in the historic center or where there are tourist restaurants, there are other ideal options such as local markets where you can also get food, crafts and other items at a better price that will better support local people.
2.5.- Negotiating prices is not always a good idea
During your Trip to Peru we are sure that you will find incredible things that you will want to take with you and negotiating the price is something inevitable but you should also consider when to do it. If it is inside a store or company there is no problem, however if the purchase is local to an external person who carries other items, they are people who live on what they can get during the day and every penny counts for them, when bargaining the price can be detrimental to them and even more for the time they spend in creating them, pay the right price is the best thing you can do for local people besides being part of the travelers who are responsible and choose a Respectful Travel To Peru.
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2.6.- Avoid giving money to beggars
Of course it is something very complicated to do because when we see a person who has absolutely nothing we feel empathy and it is easy to be tempted to give them a coin or some money, however you must remember that this only increases the number of people who do it and see the activity of tourism as a means of income which directly affects society and in many cases ends up being a scam because people see it as an easy way to get money. One way to act responsibly during a Respectful Travel To Peru is to opt for companies that are strategic allies of NGOs which often help these people, however if you want to do it directly it is better if you can share with them a little food or water which will be more beneficial.
2.7.- Not everything is photographed
It is normal when you visit a place you want to take a souvenir as a photo, however, you have to take into account that some people see it in a bad way, even as a lack of respect the fact of being photographed, at worst there are local people who with a second intention will gladly pose for your picture but then ask you for some money in return and can be very insistent. It is better that while enjoying Peru Tours and you see something that attracts you first ask if it is possible to take a picture, this can be done with your tour guide or directly to the person you want to take the picture, this is a way to interact with local people and at the same time have a good time, on the other hand it is not a bad idea to share the photo to create a cultural exchange that can later create a bond of friendship.
3.- FAQs ABOUT RESPECTFUL TRAVEL TO PERU
- What are some basic Spanish phrases I should learn before visiting Peru?
Essentially it will help to use the words:
Hola = Hello
Gracias = Thank you
Como estas = How are you?
Puedes ayudarme = Can you help me, please?
Cómo se llega a…? = How can I get to…?
Necesito ayuda = I need help.
Although they are basic, they will be essential to make your experience more pleasant and safe at the same time.
- How can I respectfully interact with indigenous communities in Peru?
The essential thing is to inform yourself previously about their customs and mainly what you should not do, this will make you win points in front of the local people and will prevent you from making a mistake that can be misinterpreted.
- Are there any cultural taboos I should be aware of in Peru?
Yes, one of the main conflicts that society still has is about the inclusion of homosexuals or people of different orientation because many of the older people grew up with a traditionalist thinking and it is very difficult for them to accept it as something normal.
- How can I support local communities while traveling in Peru?
There are many ways in which you can support, the first thing is that you can make your purchases directly and without haggling prices, each souvenir you can get took time and effort by an artisan and the best way to reward it is to pay the right price. It is also ideal to be able to speak well about them and encourage friends or family to visit them.
- What’s the etiquette for taking photos of people and places in Peru?
When it comes to people it is ideal to ask them directly if it can be done, naturally if they refuse it is better to avoid it but if they accept it will be a pleasant moment for both, on the other hand if it is a place it is better to ask your tour guide if it is possible because there are places mainly indoors where photography is prohibited.
Enjoying a Respectful Travel To Peru has a double benefit, while touring one of the most beautiful countries in the world contributes to the preservation and at the same time to its valuation as a destination for future generations. Auri Peru is a strategic ally that focuses its activities in a responsible way and that you can be part of, contact us now and be a responsible traveler on a trip with purpose.
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