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Armed with whips and rifles, poor Peruvian vigilantes help protect the Andes from criminals

For decades, vigilante groups have guarded the streets of Andean villages and cities in Peru, often usurping the role of the police.

The Dark and Light Sides of Peru’s Ayahuasca Retreat Industry

The supposed teachings of plants like ayahuasca, datura and tobacco attract travelers from all over the world. Some try to heal diseases, others try to find answers. In the past couple of years, dozens of retreats have been built near Iquitos to accommodate these practices.
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Costa Rica Strengthens Fight Against Organized Crime

Lawmakers in Costa Rica have passed a significant reform to the Penal Code, establishing contract killing, known locally as sicariato, as a distinct crime...

Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady Makes Debut in Costa Rica’s Limón Port

The cruise ship Brilliant Lady from Virgin Voyages docked for the first time at Puerto Hernán Garrón Salazar in Limón on January 19, marking...

Nicaragua’s Premier Cigar Festival Puro Sabor Underway

Nicaragua’s flagship cigar-industry event, the Puro Sabor Nicaraguan Cigar Festival (now in its 13th edition), is captivating enthusiasts and international visitors with an immersive...

Australian Open 2026 Opens With Star Power, Heat & Drama

The Australian Open is barely underway and already the storylines are piling up: top seeds pushed early, brutal heat testing bodies and patience, and...