Category Archives: Travel Advice

Where To Go In Southeast Asia: Myanmar (Burma)

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Myanmar Myanmar, also known as Burma, has been a difficult destination for many years. It is now emerging from decades of a rather repressive military regime with free elections and the normalization of relations with the west. Now is a … Continue reading →

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Where To Go In Southeast Asia: Vietnam

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Vietnam Where should you go on your trip to Vietnam? While our suggestions aren’t exhaustive, they give you an idea of the discoveries you can make in this often overlooked country. Hanoi and Halong: Hanoi is a great place to … Continue reading →

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Where To Go In Southeast Asia: Cambodia

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Cambodia Where should you go on your trip to Cambodia? While our suggestions aren’t exhaustive, they give you an idea of the discoveries you can make on your adventure. Siem Reap and Angkor: A visit to Siem Reap to discover … Continue reading →

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Where To Go In Southeast Asia: Thailand

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Southeast Asia is a large and diverse region with several fascinating cultures. AWR offers trips in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar and Laos. While these Buddhist countries share many characteristics, they differ in their languages, landscapes, cultural heritages, traditions and cuisines. … Continue reading →

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10 Steps To Planning Your Africa Safari

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Congratulations! You’ve decided to go on an African safari, easily one of the top nature experiences in the world. But what’s next? What are the key considerations in deciding where you go in Africa and when you go? What about … Continue reading →

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Ecuador Trekking In The Andes

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Ecuador is well-known for its iconic volcanoes including Cotopaxi, Chimborazo and Cayambe. These beautiful peaks rise high above the surrounding landscape, the Ecuadorian “Páramo,” and offer the spectacle of pristine glaciers along the equator. Cotopaxi is considered to be one … Continue reading →

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10 Amazing Experiences Near Chamonix in the French Alps

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

1. Hike along the “Southern Balcony Trail” on the Tour du Mont Blanc The great “Southern Balcony Trail” along the Tour du Mont Blanc has fantastic views of the Mont Blanc, the Aiguille Verte and the Aiguille du Tour. The … Continue reading →

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Machu Picchu Extension: The Galapagos

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

At Adventures Within Reach we are often asked what else you can do after a trip to Machu Picchu in Peru‘s Andes mountains. For travelers with two to three weeks for travel time there are several excellent options including more … Continue reading →

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Top Luxury Hotels in Chamonix, France

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Before and after treks or climbs in the French and Swiss Alps, we place most of our travelers in the comfortable 2-star Hôtel de l’Arve located in the center of Chamonix, only a few blocks from the main square and … Continue reading →

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Packing Essentials for the Haute Route Ski Tour

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

When you pack for the Haute Route Ski Tour you want to have all the necessary equipment and also travel as lightly as possible. The excellent huts mean that you don’t need any camping essentials, although if you are a … Continue reading →

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