Easter Island, a small volcanic island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, is world famous for its giant statues called moai. The moai were built during the 13th- 16th…
The best thing to do while in Punta Arenas is to visit Isla Magdalena. This uninhabited island in the Strait of Magellan is Chile’s most important Magellanic penguin colony and…
A sprawling city located high in the Andes mountains, Quito is the capital of Ecuador and has over 2.5 million inhabitants. It was the first city to be declared a UNESCO…
Although Ecuador is most famous for its Galapagos Islands, there are many fascinating attractions on the mainland that are worth visiting. I highly recommend spending some time in Quito so…
Whether you are taking a cruise or exploring the Galapagos Islands by land, you should start packing at least a few days in advance. The more well-prepared you are for…
With a population of more than 12,000 people, Puerto Ayora is the biggest and busiest town in the Galapagos. Travel agencies, restaurants and gift shops line the main street. Santa…
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is the capital of the province of Galapagos and the government center. San Cristobal Island has a population of around 6000. It is the best place to…
With less than 200 residents, Floreana is the most isolated and least visited of the inhabited islands in the Galapagos. It has the most interesting human history of the islands…
San Francisco is one of the most charming cities I have ever visited. I only spent 3 nights and 2 days in San Francisco, but during my short time there…
With excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, gorgeous beaches and a lush green rainforest, Manuel Antonio National Park is a must-see destination in Costa Rica. It is located on the Pacific…