Peru
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Travelers are facing aviation instability at Lima's Jorge Chavez International Airport, with frequent flight delays and cancellations disrupting the hub that feeds nearly every Peru itinerary, including connections to Cusco for Machu Picchu. Reconfirm your flights, allow long layovers for domestic connections, and build in a buffer day before time-sensitive trips like Machu Picchu so a delay in Lima doesn't cost you a permit or tour.
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Know before you go. This is due to crime, civil unrest, and the risk of kidnapping. Some areas, including the border with Colombia and the VRAEM region, are designated 'Do Not Travel'.
- Do not travel to the Colombia-Peru border area in the Loreto Region.
- Avoid the VRAEM region due to high rates of crime and terrorism.
- Demonstrations can shut down roads and airports without warning.
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