Home » Articles » vegan vegan Travel Articles A Desperate Vegetarian Goes to Peru Helen Patrice hadn't eaten meat in 20 years, but now she was facing an iron deficiency and a trip to notoriously carnivorous Peru. Vegetarian Travel Tips for South America South America is known for its meat, among other things, and this can make planning a visit a real challenge for a vegetarian. But fear not, as Lauren Quinn gives us expert advice on exactly how you can do it with ease.