Golden plains stretch beneath endless skies, glaciers glisten in the afternoon sun, and the towering Paine Massif cast shadows over untouched wilderness. Patagonia is a land of contrasts, where nature defines every journey. One day, you could be hiking beneath the spires of Torres del…
There’s something magical about the night sky. It’s a place where time seems to stand still, where the chaos of modern life fades, and we’re reminded of our place in the universe. This year, as the world gathered to witness the solar eclipse, it wasn’t…
As the founders of Quasar Expeditions, my husband Eduardo and I have dedicated nearly four decades to exploring and preserving the breathtaking Galapagos Islands through our safari-style cruises. In our journey, we’ve witnessed firsthand how responsible tourism plays a pivotal role in maintaining the delicate…
A new shark species has been identified by scientists near the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. This shark, similar in some ways to a catshark, is a spotted, bottom-dwelling shark that lives in deep waters. It has a wide mouth, which makes it an effective predator to…
Have you ever envisioned a voyage to the ends of the Earth? Imagine yourself stepping into a land where autumn hues meet glacial blues—that's March in Patagonia, an adventurer's paradise. It might feel like walking into a painting, but trust me, it’s very real. As…
Curious about the food scene on a Galapagos luxury cruise? Not all are created equal—some treat meals as an afterthought to the day’s adventure. But at Quasar, we believe that dining should be an adventure in itself, a journey through Ecuador’s vibrant flavors and rich…
The wonders of Ecuador are many, including the magical Galapagos. A cruise through the archipelago is a bucket-list travel experience. It provides the chance to view some of the world's most exotic species, such as the blue-footed booby, flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, and the Galapagos…
What makes Ecuador so appealing for tourists to visit? Ecuador is proving attractive for tourists due to its wonderful landscapes, many different traditional cultures, and fabulous diversity that the country offers. Ecuador is one of the premier birding destinations in the world, it has over…
My mom and I have always loved hummingbirds. It’s “our thing.” Watching them at the feeder was a favorite shared activity with my late grandmother—especially in her dementia years, when collecting “yard doo-dads” and birdwatching became the most exciting and accessible thing we could all…