Quasar Expeditions has long been a service of choice for retired adventurers who have discerning tastes when it comes to their global travels. But what many travelers in their golden years may not know is that one of the absolute best times to travel with…
Every season tells a different story in Peru. Whether it’s the crisp, golden-hued landscapes of the dry season, the lush, misty tropical forest of the rainy season, or the perfect balance of adventure and solitude in the shoulder months—there’s no wrong time to go, only…
Speak Spanish, kiss French, dress Italian, shop Arabia, party Caribbean and eat Peruvian foods! If Peruvian foods not your number one reason to visit Peru, maybe it should be! Peru’s rich cultural heritage created an innovative jumble of flavors from Europe, Africa and Asia that,…
Peru isn't just good for kids. It's unforgettable. Peru and Machu Picchu Tours can be excellent experiences for families, especially when trips are paced thoughtfully and designed around both adventure and comfort for children and parents alike. As a land of contrasts that stretches from…
When you’re a child, you seldom realize the extraordinary blessing of your upbringing. For me, it wasn’t just about being born into a family with deep Ecuadorian roots or growing up in the historic Casa Gangotena. It was about inheriting a foundation of hard work,…
Ecuador, and its capital of Quito, may have eluded your travel radar until now, but it’s time for a revelation. If you’ve been intrigued in the past but weren’t sure what to expect, we’ll share why this country means so much to us and facts…
In our posts about the Galapagos, we’ve mainly stuck to talking about, well, the Galapagos. But there’s another destination that factors heavily into your adventure with Quasar Expeditions — mainland Ecuador. In a way, the Galapagos Islands have become the best and worst thing to…
In the Galapagos, travelers trade traffic and screen time for playful swims with sea lions and up-close encounters with penguins, tortoises, dolphins, and iguanas. But pair that with an Amazon River expedition, and you’ve got something even more extraordinary: the closest thing to an African…
Easter Island is one of the most isolated islands on Earth and most mystifying places (located 3,700 km (2,300 miles) off the west coast of Chile). It lies far off in the Pacific Ocean, facing Tahiti. It is most famous for its mysterious statues made…