5 reasons to go backpacking in South America
Aside from its impressive natural attractions and variety of cultures, here are five more reasons you should try backpacking in South America.| Globe Guide
Aside from its impressive natural attractions and variety of cultures, here are five more reasons you should try backpacking in South America.| Globe Guide
Where will the new year take you? Kick-start your travel plans by selecting favorites from our annual list.| www.nytimes.com
Visiting the Galapagos Islands is a bucket list experience for any wildlife lover. But packing for a visit to these wild and untouched islands can be a bit daunting—your days are spent hiking on volcanic rock, snorkeling in (sometimes, surprisingly chilly!) water, and having up-close-and-personal encounters with some of the most incredible wildlife on the planet. What kind of shoes do you need to bring? Is there any special gear that you might be forgetting? My husband, Justin, and I just w...| Uprooted Traveler
Lindblad Expeditions literally pioneered tourism of private citizens to the Galapagos in the 1960s—so it’s no surprise that they’re considered one of the leading cruise operators in the islands today. But what is it really like onboard a National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Galapagos cruise—and does it live up to its legendary reputation? My husband, Justin, and I just completed an 8 day itinerary on the National Geographic Islander II and have the scoop on what to expect on and ...| Uprooted Traveler
Galápagos Conservancy is the only U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated exclusively to the protection and restoration of the Galápagos Islands and its brilliant mosaic of life, including more than 2,000 species found nowhere else on Earth.| Galápagos Conservancy
The post Exploring the Hidden Gem: Galapagos Salt Lake on Santa Cruz Island first appeared on Storyteller Travel and is written by Dena Haines. On our hike to Las Grietas on Santa Cruz Island, we walked by an unusual-looking lake. It had a lot of algae floating in it, which looked kind of like large blobs of broccoli soup. Our guide, Bolivar, told us that it was a salt lake. This was the first time I saw a salt lake. In... The post Exploring the Hidden Gem: Galapagos Salt Lake on Santa Cruz...| Storyteller Travel
The post 21 Galapagos Islands Volcanoes (Active, Dormant, Location Chart) first appeared on Storyteller Travel and is written by Bryan Haines. Ecuador is famous for its volcanoes. And the Galapagos Islands were formed by volcanic activity. How many volcanoes are on the Galapagos Islands? And what type of volcanoes are they? There are 21 emergent Galapagos Islands volcanoes. Only Wolf and La Cumbre volcanoes are active; the other 19 are dormant or extinct. These Galapagos volcanoes... The post...| Storyteller Travel
The Galapagos Islands offer a one-of-a-kind experience that many dream about. The unique wildlife, striking landscapes, and pristine waters attract visitors who seek adventure and relaxation. There are countless sights to take in, but deciding where to start can be overwhelming. An ideal way to explore the Galapagos is by booking a yacht charter. Galapagos ... Read more The post What to See in the Galapagos Islands – Must-Visit Spots for First-Time Travelers appeared first on Afghan Embassy.| Afghan Embassy
It is pretty exciting to see a sea turtle; they are a rare sight. But not as rare in the Galapagos. During our trips, we saw many sea turtles in many locations. We saw them swimming near| Storyteller Travel
