If there is one word to describe October in the Galapagos, it would be active. This Fall time month brings vibrant wildlife encounters, dramatic sunrises and sunsets, temperate weather, and warm, crystal-clear water that’s ideal for snorkeling. It’s also one of the best months for…
The Garúa season (June to November) is when the weather is relatively cool and dry, with sunny or overcast skies and occasional drizzle. The air temperature reaches its lowest levels (19°C-66°F). Unlike many of the top vacation destinations in the world, there is no “bad”…
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…
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,…
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…