Travel Articles: Cultural Immersion

A truly special trip to share with my wonderful mom. Days in the highlands allowed us to explore the roots of the Andean cultures and remnants of the former Incan empire. Followed by a week on the islands that inspired Darwin and that still, to this day, house an incredible diversity of species and adventure.

From sophisticated fine dining experiences to the bustling energy of street-side stalls, the diverse blend of Indian cuisine offers numerous flavors and experiences that can delight every palate. Experience gastronomic adventures with our comprehensive guide to India’s culinary tours and delve into the classical food trails that highlight …

Get a taste of favorite dishes from various regions of the Atlantic coast, from the fresh seafood of New England to the cozy dishes and sweet treats of the deep South.

This trip was my first cruise and my first time in Europe! I took an 8-day cruise on the Harmony V with my mother in August and had a wonderful time! We sailed on rivers and went through locks and explored beautiful city centers in Spain, ate local dishes such as paella and sangria and encountered beautiful architecture and beautiful gelato in …

The Herron family travels from Montana to China to explore flavorful food and the historic Great Wall.

It had been twelve years since I studied in Salamanca, Spain in college, and I hadn't returned since. I was excited to see my beautiful second-home again, and to bring my husband back to the place I lived for my last semester of college. We spent two weeks walking around ancient cities and towns, eating delicious Spanish tapas and drinking amazing …

National Geographic recently released their list of Best Trips: Places You Need to Visit in 2017. Each year we look forward to reading this list AND seeing all of the amazing places to which Adventure Life travels.

For a snapshot of a few of the categories and destinations highlighted by National Geographic, we have created the list below. …

After 15 years of planning trips across the globe, Adventure Life is celebrating our newest addition - CHINA! To celebrate this exciting destination, episodes 1 & 2 of the BBC series WILD CHINA will be shown for FREE in our hometown of Missoula. This series reveals little-known natural treasures and secret wildlife havens of China's …

Careli Tours Nicaragua recently received the Central America Award to the Tourism Excellence Without Borders. The Minister of Tourism of Costa Rica, Wilhelm von Breymann, presented the award to Careli during the American Travel Market Fair 2014. This event was held in San José, Costa Rica and brought together tourism authorities of the …

February 1st, 2014 will go down in Ecuadorian history: it was a big day of spewing lava and ash for the Tungurahua volcano. The volcano had two moderate eruptions, followed by a third of greater magnitude, resulting in ash above the crater rising 5 miles high! Ecuador's capital, Quito, was even dusted from 84 miles away. This photo comes …

The last year comes to a close, and 2014 brings with it an opportunity to make the next year even better! Many of us think of similar "resolutions" for each new year, but why not be creative in this promise? As fellow adventurers, we have some resolutions of our own that we constantly strive to keep. Maybe one of these could be yours …

Ancestors of the Alaska Natives are believed to have migrated into the area thousands of years ago then never moved any farther south. Throughout the Arctic and northern areas, these people established varying indigenous cultures. Tlingit, Haida, and Inupiaq are just a few of the various indigenous groups of Alaska.

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!

The year 2013 was full of wonderful accomplishments. Here's the year in review, based on some of the world's most impressive feats and the most notable events that happened.

From Asia to Europe to Latin America, each country celebrates their holidays in a unique way with distinct traditions. Guatemala, Ecuador, Japan, Germany, and other Adventure Life destinations will show you how a wonderful mix of cultures celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year.

Learn about the bizarre characteristics of the Uyuni Salt Flats

Castro's Discotheque is a classic Costa Rican dance club. Combining Latin flare with a bit of world techno, dancers are treated to a mixture of salsa, merengue, reggaeton, cumbia, swing criollo and more. Wallflowers are invited too. There are plenty of places to simply sit back and take in the sounds and sights. The club welcomes both experiences …

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 …

The Markets of Buenos Aires are bustling and full of colors, exotic smells and sometimes outright bizarre antiques and art. Visit the Feria de San Telmo, an extensive street market and fair on Sundays, the Feria de Mataderos and the Feria de Artesanos de Plaza Francia.

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 …

Last week, the New York Times did a feature on ways to save on your next trip, calling attention to Latin America bargains. A few of our favorite destinations where mentioned: Argentina, Belize, Nicaragua, and Panama. The article noted what we've known for years -- that many times travelers can find top of the line adventures at a fraction of the …

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.

From Mumbai, we boarded another short flight bound for the city of Jodhpur. This was our third internal flight. One might think this was a lot, but with the efficiency inherent in the domestic airports of India, we always moved quickly through to our next destination.



The old city of Jodhpur is an artistic dream. It is alight with color …

Udaipur is the city of lakes. We are staying at the Taj Lake Palace in the middle of a large lake. We take a pontoon boat as a taxi to our hotel. We are in the middle of a large basin. Mountainous hills surround us. The hillsides are dotted with temples and other buildings. Most imposing, right on the edge of the lake, is the City Palace …