Fiestas Patrias: ¿Es obligatorio izar la bandera? Conoce las multas y distritos donde aplica

As Peru approaches its Independence Day celebrations, or Fiestas Patrias, several municipal governments in Lima have mandated the compulsory display of the national flag on residential and commercial properties. Residents in districts that have enacted these ordinances face potential fines if they fail to comply with the embanderamiento—or flag-hoisting—regulations, which generally take effect mid-July. The … Read more

May 21st Holiday in Chile: Supermarket Hours and Business Schedules for Navy Day

As Chile commemorates the Día de las Glorias Navales on May 21, 2026, residents across the nation are adjusting their shopping routines to accommodate holiday operating schedules. This annual public holiday, which honors the naval battle of Iquique, necessitates changes in how retail outlets, including major supermarket chains, manage their daily operations. For those planning … Read more