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Salt Pans Sleep Out at Leroo La Tau in Botswana

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

Sleep out under a blanket of stars across the endless Botswana sky on one of the world’s largest salt flats – the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in Botswana. A place so remote both sound and light pollution are non-existent, an experience … Continue reading →

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Johannesburg Airport Hotels

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

There are a number of hotels right by the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. All hotel rooms have a/c, telephone, TV, hairdryer, free Wifi, safe, fridge, and laundry service (extra charge). You can walk to the Intercontinental and City Lodge. Southern … Continue reading →

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Travel Apps 2024

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

Here are my go-to travel apps these days. I typically put these in a folder on the first page of my phone so that I can access them easily. Make sure they are downloaded/updated, and you are logged in if … Continue reading →

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Highlights of Santiago

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

Here are some of the most popular sites in Santiago: See Also: Bellavista + Patio Bellavista Fun neighborhood with many restaurants and shops near the Castillo Rojo hotel. San Cristobal Hill Take a tram or hike up to the top … Continue reading →

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Hotel Las Torres — Torres del Paine, Chile

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

Hotel Las Torres is located in the Central Sector right at the trail head for the Las Torres Base trek. Visit Hotel Las Torres: The main building has the front desk and the Pionero Lounge, which is a large, cozy … Continue reading →

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EcoCamp — Torres del Paine, Chile

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

EcoCamp is in the central sector uphill from the Welcome Center and near Hotel Las Torres and the trailhead for the Towers Base. This is the place to go if you want to be off grid (no cell service, no … Continue reading →

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Hotels in El Chalten, Argentina

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

There is a great selection of hotels for your visit to El Chalten, Argentina! See Also: 1) Destino Sur (4-star) Destino Sur is on the north end of town near the trail head for Laguna de los Tres. It is … Continue reading →

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Hotels in El Calafate, Argentina

Posted on April 21, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

There is a great selection of hotels for your visit to El Calafate, Argentina! See Also: 1) Calafate Parque (4-star) This hotel is a few blocks north of the main center of town. There are 50 rooms — 48 Standard … Continue reading →

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Costa Rica: Hotels in Tamarindo

Posted on April 20, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

Our favorite hotels in Tamarindo are See More: 1) Tamarindo Diria This 4-star hotel gas 242 rooms. All rooms have balcony/patio and shower no tub. All rooms have A/C, ceiling fan, telephone, TV, hairdryer, free Wifi, safe, minibar, coffee maker, … Continue reading →

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Explore Patagonia with Patagonia Camp Yurts

Posted on March 15, 2024 by Adventures Within Reach

Patagonia Camp is a luxury property located in the southwest corner of the park on the shores of Lago el Toro. The yurts are a nice size, heated, with electricity, and have a private bathroom. Some have a private jacuzzi, … Continue reading →

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