Expat Life in Peru

Cruising from Peru to the End of the Earth with Family and Friends

Embarking on a cruise with family and friends is a remarkable experience that offers entertainment and enjoyment spanning generations. Ten years ago, my family and I made a bold...

Señor Honey: A Fusion of Love, Spice, and Adventure

It was almost fate to have at the same party the New Yorker Alanna Sikorski, who used to be a product vendor for high-end...

All U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders Must File and Pay U.S. Taxes

Did your worldly travels lead you to live life abroad? Take a look here for more information on how to file and pay U.S....

Where to Buy Christmas Gifts in Lima

Shopping in Lima: the holidays are just weeks away. Here's where you can buy Christmas gifts in Lima, starting this weekend.

Is Peru a Good Place to Retire?

Retirees looking to head south of the equator can find plenty of reasons to prove that Peru is a good place to retire. Find out why here.

Ayahuasqueros: an Impromptu visit to Spiritual Dimensions

During my years of traveling across the jungles of Peru to visit indigenous communities and to learn about their shamanic and healing traditions, I've...

Glimpses Along the Way: Living in the Jungle without Electricity Under a Leaky Roof

I was in the middle of what I thought would be a quick trip to visit a newly opened retreat center in order to...

Taxation of US Military Personnel Living Abroad

Domestic tax requirements can be confusing enough on their own.  For members of the US Armed Forces who are deployed overseas, IRS rules and...

Breaking Down the Child Tax Credit for those filing taxes in the USA

To receive the child tax credit, you must determine if your child is eligible. There are seven qualifying tests to consider: age, relationship, support,...

Tax Advice for Expats from the USA: International Information Returns for Foreign Entities

Do you own a foreign company or trust Have you given or received money or property to or from a foreign company, trust or...

Embracing a Mystical Approach to Christianity in the Peruvian Jungles: Dr. Jacques Mabit

Dr. Jacques Mabit works at Taki Wasi, treatment center that embraces medicinal plants to help visitors overcome serious addictions. This is an exploration into...