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Paul Schicke

Author: Paul Schicke

Galapagos Expedition Designer

Hello! My name is Paul. I am photographer, traveler, teacher and writer. I have extensive experience in travel to Galapagos, Peru, Patagonia and the western seaboard of South America specializing in ways travelers can experience these once-in-a-life destinations like locals on the road. Lover of wine, chocolate, travel, coffee, and helping others plan vacations of a lifetime!


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Because some adventures don’t just show you the world, they change the way your family sees it. Last July, families from across the world stepped aboard Quasar’s Evolution yacht to follow in the footsteps of one of history’s greatest explorers, Charles Darwin himself. Led by Professor Kenneth Noll, who brings …


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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Godfrey Merlen, a friend of Quasar, and a champion of the Galapagos. Godfrey passed on May 10th, 2022, but will always be remembered as one of the most respected ambassadors in the islands and he…

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What a lot of people don’t know about the Galapagos, is that its' beaches offer the same sort of variety and beauty that its wildlife do. From long stretches of pristine white sand to hidden coves of black, green and red sand beauties, the beaches…

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When you’re taking a once in a lifetime trip to the Galapagos, you want to make sure you’re seeing it at its best. Luckily, due to the Galapagos’ idealistic island weather, there’s really no wrong time to visit. If you can consider traveling to Galapagos…

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Did you know that hundreds of thousands of giant Galapagos tortoises used to roam the Galapagos islands? Today, this number is down by about 90% due to hunting and the introduction of other invasive species. However, thanks to the efforts of the Galapagos National Park…

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Do you remember the story of Lonesome George? He was the last known Galapagos Giant Tortoise from the island of Pinta that scientists were desperately trying to breed when he died in 2012. His death marked the extinction of the Pinta species of tortoise and…

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Princess Grace thought the Galapagos Islands would be the perfect honeymoon destination. We totally agree! The Galapagos is a stunningly beautiful chain of volcanic islands with white sand beaches, gorgeous sunsets and the world’s most unique animals. Is there any better setting for a perfectly…

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