Author: Paul Schicke

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…

Is the Galapagos a good honeymoon destination? Yes. The Galapagos is ideal for couples who want both romance and adventure, combining intimate yacht cruising with extraordinary wildlife, secluded landscapes, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, and memorable evenings onboard. Couples can even honeymoon aboard the historic Grace Yacht,…

When is the best time to snorkel in the Galapagos? You can snorkel year-round, but December through May generally offers warmer water and calmer seas, while June through November brings cooler, nutrient-rich currents and different marine wildlife opportunities. Some standout snorkeling locations include Punta Espinosa,…

As the inspiration that fueled Charles Darwin’s ground-breaking Theory of Evolution, the Galapagos Islands has built a reputation on being the birthplace of natural selection. And, rightly so! The isolated location of the volcanic Galapagos at the intersection of two major ocean currents make it…

Did you know that Ecuador was awarded the title of ‘South America’s Leading Green Destination’ for the past 3 years? Although it’s about the size of Colorado, it’s adorned with stunning beaches, untouched Amazonian rain forest, Spanish architecture, rich culture and inexpensive local cuisine with…

On Saturday, April 16th, Ecuador was struck by the largest earthquake it has experienced in decades. The quake was centered on the northwest coast of the country in the province of Manabi. While this region was hard hit, the Galapagos, which is some 600 miles…