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Travel Apps 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Costa Rica: Hotels in Nosara & Samara

These are our favorite hotels in the Nosara and Samara beach area. 1) Gilded Iguana (Nosara) New, modern, and stylish hotel 2 blocks from the beach, restaurants, bars, and shops. All rooms have A/C, ceiling fan, telephone, TV, hairdryer, free … Continue reading

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Planning Your Trip to Botswana

Read on to find out what you need to know to plan your trip to Botswana! See Also: 1) Where To Go Most people visiting Botswana go to the Okavango Delta. If you are starting or ending in Victoria Falls, … Continue reading

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