The Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island is a scientific research and conservation center where Galapagos visitors can learn about efforts to protect giant tortoises, endemic wildlife, habitats, and the archipelago’s unique ecosystems. The Galapagos National Park system consists of approximately 95% of…
You’ve heard the saying, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Did you know there’s a lesser-known saying that goes, “When in Chile, eat as the Chileans eat?” OK, maybe it’s not really a saying, but it’s on point. If you’re going to travel…
Galapagos National Park was established in 1959 and protects 97% of the islands’ land area. Visitors must follow strict conservation rules, including staying on marked trails, keeping at least 2 meters from wildlife, and never touching, feeding, or removing anything from the ecosystem. It’s a…
The best things to do on a Patagonia luxury tour include seeing Perito Moreno Glacier, exploring Torres del Paine, tracking pumas, kayaking among icebergs, hiking, horseback riding with gauchos, and spotting wildlife such as guanacos, flamingos, and Andean condors. The great thing is that you…
Patagonia isn't just for hardcore hikers and backpackers. Travelers can combine wildlife, glaciers, kayaking, horseback riding, and other outdoor adventures with luxury lodges, regional cuisine, fine wines, spas, and personalized travel experiences. Patagonia is on the verge of becoming the new “IT” place; where luxury…
Patagonia is an ideal bachelor party destination for groups looking for something beyond the traditional weekend away, combining glaciers, wildlife, outdoor adventures, luxury lodges, great food and wine, and spectacular landscapes. Overdone and cliché are the days of celebrating your bachelor party in Vegas, Cabo,…
Chile is known for extraordinary geographic and cultural diversity, including the Atacama Desert, Andes Mountains, Pacific coastline, Rapa Nui, penguins, renowned wine regions, ancient Chinchorro culture, and seven UNESCO World Heritage properties. Chile is a country of extraordinary contrasts, stretching from the otherworldly Atacama Desert…
Choose Patagonia for wildlife, glaciers, mountains, and varied outdoor adventures; choose the Atacama Desert for surreal desert landscapes, geysers, lagoons, and exceptional stargazing. With enough time, travelers can experience both in one Chile adventure. If you’re planning a trip to South America this year, you’ve…
Chocolate is a pleasure, a passion and a global industry. When the Spanish Court discovered that combining New World chocolate with sugar produced such amazing results, they kept it a state secret for 100 years. Thankfully the secret got out and now the entire world…