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IGTOA's First Galapagos Guide Training Course a Success

IGTOA (International Galapagos Tour Operators Association) held the first "Five Star Guiding in Five Days" course at Charles Darwin Research Station from November 18 to November 23. Twenty-six guides and two representatives from the Galapagos National Park participated in the course designed to further develop and educate guides. Daily …
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"Best of the World" - National Geographic Traveler Magazine

According to the December 2013/January 2014 edition of National Geographic Traveler magazine, there are 20 must-see places for the year to come. Comprised of nominations from a global community of writers, editors, and travelers, this list includes some surprising selections as well as a few mysteries. However, all are uniquely incredible destinations. Adventure Life is proud to offer some of the "Best in the World" to our travelers!
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Travel and Leisure A-List: Adventure Life one of the Best for Galapagos and Peru Travel

Adventure Life's Brian Morgan is recognized by Travel + Leisure' A-List 2011 -- the annual list features the world's best agents and operators in the travel industry. We are thrilled to be listed as the go-to for advice on Galapagos cruises and Peru travel. Travel + Leisure "evaluated thousands of agents to come up with this …
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Fire in the Galapagos

News from the Galapagos – fire on Isabela Island. The fire was started accidentally by a local farmer, who was burning weeds on his land. The fire quickly spread out of control, and now many farms in the Cerro Verde area have been affected. It seems a classic example of the serious impact we humans can have on fragile ecosystems like the …
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Adventure Life Earns the Deal of the Day

Travel writer, Mark Resnicoff and examiner.com feature our La Selva Ecuadorian Amazon trip as their "Deal of the day." Missoula, Montana ecotourism specialists Adventure Life are currently offering an awesome 75% discount on their September 2009 La Selva Lodge Ecuadorian Amazon tours. Even in today's tough economic climate, this …
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Galapagos Travel: Rules for Galapagos Visitors, a Good Time for a Good Reminder

Last month, the Galapagos National Park Service announced they are closing visitor access to two of the tortoise corrals at Santa Cruz's Fausto Llerena Tortoise center -- due to some irresponsible behaviors by, reportedly, both some select travelers and naturalist guides. Behaviors reported include littering and violating the park's rules …
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Galapagos Travel Following the Tsunami

The dining room of the Finch Bay hotel is cleaned after the flood. The hotel was flooded by the equivalent of various very high tides – not waves. Finch Bay re-opened to visitors on March 15, 2011[/caption] Like Hawaii, the Galapagos Islands were impacted by the tsunami that resulted from the devastating earthquake that hit Japan on March …
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Tsunami Alert for Galapagos and Other Regions in Latin America

UPDATE (March 12, 2011): The tsunami hit the Galapagos about an hour later than originally expected. Seas are choppier around the entire archipelago, but nothing too severe or extremely unusual. Waves at Academy Bay, in Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island), were taller than normal as well, but there are no records of any damages caused to boats, …
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Lonesome George Might Be a Father Yet

Last week came news from the Galapagos National Park that Lonesome George -- the last Pinta Island Tortoise in the world -- may yet become a father. 5 perfect eggs were found in the nest of one of the two female tortoises that share a corral with ol' George. It will be another 120-130 days before the incubation process is completed and before …
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New Ecuador Service Projects Tours Combine Great Adventure With Giving Back

Our new Cotopaxi Group Service projects in Ecuador combine the best worlds of travel -- some excellent adventure, along with the opportunity to give back to the people and places that provide such amazing memories. In other words, a simple way to say thanks. In Ecuador's Cotopaxi National Park and Condor Biosphere, you'll ride, hike and bike for …
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Snorkeling with Eagle Rays in the Galapagos

Galapagos Guide, Fabricio Chavez, filmed over a dozen eagle rays while leading a snorkeling tour in the Galapagos. The spotted eagle ray is recognized by the white spots on its body. Including its long tail, this ray can reach up to 16 feet long. While snorkeling in the Galapagos, visitors can also find sting and manta rays and a whole host of …
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Amazon Travel Video: Parrots at Yasuni Clay Lick

Adventure Life traveler, Julia, returns home from a trip to the Ecuadorian Amazon with this clip from the Yasuni Clay Lick. Located along with Napo River, this is one of the most accessible licks in the Amazon. Hundreds of parrots visit this lick each day. This is a very popular stop for guests of Sacha Lodge -- just short canoe trip from the …
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National Geographic Traveler Names Quito, Ecuador as Top Destination for 2013 Travel

We're not the only ones who think Quito is a great place to visit. National Geographic Traveler recognizes Quito, Ecuador as one of the select top-20 destinations to explore in 2013. I agree; Quito is a stand-out city. Set in the shadow of the Andes, Quito offers rich history, local culture, captivating architecture and a thriving business …
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Mother-Daughter Trip to Galapagos Islands

Happy Mother's Day! In celebration of the day's holiday, I thought I'd share one of my favorite mother-daughter trip journals. Adventure Life staff member, Julia Kocubinski, and her mom, Sue, took a trip to Ecuador's cloudforest, Quito, Banos, and the wildlife rich Galapagos Islands last November. Here's a highlight: We snorkeled off the back of …
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All Aboard!!

Four hours to go to board the ship! Passengers are gathering in the hotel bar and conversation is lively as we wait the final hours for our Antarctica cruise to begin. By this evening, we'll be cruising down the beagle channel and out to the Drake Passage crossing. Weather report is calling for a mild crossing - which bums me a bit, as I am hoping …
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Featured Trip: Huaorani EcoLodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon

New for 2012, Adventure Life's 7-day Huaorani EcoLodge trip is designed to immerse travelers in the people and environments of the Amazon. Trip includes multiple hikes, waterfall excursion, Amazon camping, visits with Huaorani community and 4 to 6 hour sea kayaking excursions on the twisted Shiripuno River. Accommodations at the Hauoarni Lodge and …
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Galapagos Wildlife: Charles Darwin Foundation Releases the Ultimate Wildlife Checklist

Following an intense two years of research, the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) has recently released their Galapagos Known Species Checklist. Teachers, students, scientists, travelers and wildlife enthusiasts in general are encouraged to download and utilize the comprehensive list to further understand the delicate environment of the Galapagos. …
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Ecuador Travel and Protest Update: Things are quickly returning to normal

Oh what a difference a day makes! I know it is tough to find a lot of accurate and updated information out there on just what is currently happening in Ecuador. I am happy to report that, after a pretty stressful and tense yesterday, it appears the worst is over and things today have returned to normal and stability. All commercial and banking …
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Galapagos Cruise Update: 15 Day Cruise Itineraries in the Galapagos

Earlier this year, the Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS) issued a notice to all Galapagos boat operators that they must start operating 15-day itineraries. Original announcements stated all boats would adhere to the new 15-day itineraries as early as Feb. 1, 2011 -- later reports pushed the official effective date to Jan. 1, 2012 to allow …
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Featured Holidays: Easter Festivals in Guatemala and Ecuador

One of the most impressive aspects of the Easter Festival in Antigua are the "alfombras" that adorn the processional route. Residents along the streets begin preparations weeks and even months in advance creating these beautifully intricate offerings.
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Adventure Life Favorites Featured in National Geographic Traveler 2011 Stay List

National Geographic Traveler's annual Stay List is out. For 2011, they focused on a region of the world we know a thing or two about -- South America. Three of Adventure Life's favorites are recognized in the Stay List: Ecuador's Sacha Lodge; Bolivia's Chalalan Lodge; and Patagonia's EcoCamp. Traveler's approach to selecting great …
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Fuel Surcharge for Galapagos Flights Starting January 1, 2012

UPDATE Jan 9, 2012 - For both Aerogal and TAME flights, fuel surcharges can now be paid in advance to our offices. There will no longer be any payments made locally at the airport. Please see additional details in comments section below. All flights starting on January 1, 2012 to the Galapagos, will be subject to a fuel surcharge. It does not …
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Amazon Travel: Legend of the Chullachaqui

A little local legend, compliments of the Amazon... The Chullachaqui is a shape-shifting gnome found in the Amazon Rainforest. According to local legend, Chullachaqui lures people into the Amazon by taking on the shape of their friend, an acquaintance or an inconspicuous child. The unassuming confidently follow the crafty Chullachaqui deep into …
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Finding Pure Air in the Amazon

A team of environmental engineers has hunted, discovered and captured the purest air on Earth. This elusive anomaly was discovered in the remote Amazonian Basin north of Manaus, Brazil. This air is virtually free of human influence. In other words, we're talking PRE-Industrial-Revolution-quality-air. In order to understand how human activity and …
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