Peru
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter01 LAND & PEOPLE
Geographical Snapshot
Climate
Perus Departments
A Brief History
Government Today
The Business Landscape
Chapter02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
Religion
Living for the Moment
The Family
Social Ties
Pride, Honor, and Machismo
Attitudes Toward Others
Chapter03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
The Church
Festivals and Holidays
The Festival Calendar
Saints Days and Pilgrimages
Shamanism and Other Traditions
Chapter04 MAKING FRIENDS
Part of the Family
What Should I Talk About?
Peruvian Hospitality
Timekeeping
Neighbors
Expatriate Associations
Sports and Other Clubs
Chapter05 THE PERUVIANS AT HOME
Peruvian Homes
Daily Life
Leisure Time
Children
Education
The Media
Chapter06 TIME OUT
Food
Drinks
Eating Out
Nightlife and Peos
Sports
Cultural Activities
Shopping for Pleasure
Chapter07 TRAVELING
Getting Around
Urban Transportation
Trains
Driving
Where to Stay
Health
Natural Hazards
Safety
Places to Visit
Chapter08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
Business Culture
Making Appointments
Business Meetings
Presentations
Negotiations
Gift Giving
“Favors”
Business Entertainment
Employment for Foreigners
Contracts and Fulfillment
Chapter09 COMMUNICATING
Language
Face-to-Face
English-Language Publications
Services
Conclusion
Appendices
Places
People
Exercises