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Hotels in Iguazu Falls

There is a great selection of hotels for your visit in Iguazu Falls! There are 2 hotels right by the falls – one on the Argentina side (Gran Melia) and one on the Brazil side (Belmond).  They are very expensive, … Continue reading

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Planning Your Trip to Iguazu Falls

How to make the most of your visit to Iguazu Falls! Sites on Argentina Side: Sites on the Brazil Side: There are plenty of places on both sides for lunch and snacks. Do not feed animals — they look cute, … Continue reading

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Peru: Luxury Lodge Trek – Day 1 – Hike to Salkantay Lodge

The first day of the hike! We drive to a lovely Inca ruins to get the trip started. A lovely lunch at local ranch and finally to the trail head to start the hike to the Salkantay Lodge. Schedule Ruins … Continue reading

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Peru: Luxury Lodge Trek – Preparation

What you need to know for your Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu! More on the Luxury Lodge Trek: 1) BRIEFING: There will be a briefing with your guide and the rest of the group on the evening before your trek … Continue reading

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Costa Rica: Activities in Tamarindo

Top Activities in Tamarindo: * Top activities Panga’s Beach Club This excellent restaurant is located on the north end of Tamarindo, so you want to drive/taxi. Get there at 5:30pm to watch the sunset from the beach.  It has comfy … Continue reading

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Costa Rica: Arenal and Monteverde Activities

The most popular activities near the Arenal Volcano (La Fortuna) and Monteverde: Add these to your custom trip to Costa Rica! 1) Zip Lines Canopy Tour This is a half-day tour in Arenal or Monteverde. It can be combined with … Continue reading

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Planning Your Trip to Argentina

The best time to travel to Argentina is October to April. You can also travel May-September, but this is winter. Winter is not recommended in Patagonia area (El Calafate/El Chalten) because of weather and many hotels and trails are closed. … Continue reading

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Things To Do In and Around Reykjavik

Here are the top things to do in and around Reykjavik. Year Round – In Town Summer Winter On Own Day Trips Golden Circle South Coast

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SkyLodge Peru – Via Ferrata & Zipline

In addition to spending the night in the SkyLodge or StarLodge, you can also do a via ferrata and zipline. This is great add-on to any trip to Cusco or the Sacred Valley. There are 3 options: Via Ferrata: You … Continue reading

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Perfect 3 days on Lake Geneva and Lausanne

Lake Geneva is a perfect stopover before or after your hike in the French/Swiss Alps. If you are flying through Geneva, add this quick itinerary to your trip. DAY 1 – Arrive Lausanne Arive Lausanne by train. Take the metro … Continue reading

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