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Author Archives: Adventures Within Reach
GUEST REVIEW: Recent Thailand Adventure
Two repeat AWR travelers just returned from an incredible journey to Thailand. Read on to hear about Hiking in the northern jungles Foodie experiences in Chang Mai Bathing elephants Wwimming in emerald falls Making friends with the locals Our trip … Continue reading
Posted in Southeast Asia, Thailand, Trip Journals
Tagged Adventure Travel, Chang Mai, Elephants, Guest Review, Romantic Travel, Southeast Asia, thailand, Trekking, Trip Report, Waterfalls
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Using GPS on the Camino de Santiago Trek
The Camino trail is relatively easy to follow — the route is very well sign-posted, so you just follow the yellow arrows and shell signs along the way. However, after you book your Camino de Santiago Trek we can also … Continue reading
Posted in Camino de Santiago, Trekking
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TRIP REPORT: Adventures In The Cordillera Blanca of Peru
Over the past two weeks, our South America program director, Gretchen, has been exploring the Ancash region of Peru. Read on to hear about wild treks, hidden glacial lakes, towering peaks and cozy mountain huts all found in the Cordillera … Continue reading
Posted in Peru, South America, Trekking, Trip Journals
Tagged Cordillera Blanca, Group Treks, Huayhuash, Laguna 69, Lima, Llanganuco, Mountaineering, Peru, Pisco mountain, Refugios, Solo female travel, South America, Trekking
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Uganda Lodging Options
Here are some of our top picks for accommodations in Uganda. Phenicia Hotel (Entebbe) The staff is eager to please, which was a nice introduction to Ugandan hospitality, however the standard room came with many little problems. The plus side … Continue reading
Posted in Uganda / Rwanda
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Brazil Waives Entry Visa Requirements for US Citizens
AS ANNOUNCED BY THE BRAZIL TOURISM BOARD: “Brazil is open for you! The Brazilian Government announced on Monday, 18th, that Brazil would allow visa-free entry for citizens of The United States, Canada, Australia and Japan, effective in 90 days (June … Continue reading
Posted in Brazil, South America
Tagged Adventure Travel, Brasil, Brasil Visa, Brazil, Brazil Visa, family travel, Rio, Romantic Travel, Sao Paulo, Solo Travel, south america travel, travel updates
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NEW TRIP! 6-Day Chimps and Gorillas Express / Fly Back
This quick 6-day Uganda safari allows wildlife enthusiasts, who may have limited time, to experience the two greatest primate interactions in the world: close encounters with our closest living relatives in the natural world, the chimpanzee, and those gentlest of … Continue reading
Posted in Uganda / Rwanda
Tagged Adventure Travel, Africa, chimps, gorillas, safari, Uganda
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NEW TRIP! 9-Day Active Rio and Iguazu Adventure BRAZIL
On our newest 9-Day Active Rio and Iguazu Adventure, hike, climb and cycle while discovering two of Brazil’s top destinations: Rio and Iguazu Falls! Known as the Marvelous City, Rio de Janeiro is an amazing, and magical place! Surrounded by … Continue reading
Top 7 Travel Apps
We have rounded up our favorite apps in our Best Travel Apps series. These are the first apps I download for my trips. Maps.Me / Google Maps Lounge Buddy WhatsApp / Skype iTranslate / Google Translate Polar Steps Pack Point … Continue reading
NEW TRIP! 8-Day Luxury Uganda
On our 8-day Luxury Uganda safari, discerning travelers experience a quiet natural history gem (Lake Mburo National Park) plus fantastic eye-to-eye chimp and gorilla encounters all while staying in several of Uganda’s most impressive luxury lodges. In serene Lake Mburo, … Continue reading
Posted in Luxury, Uganda / Rwanda
Tagged Adventure Travel, chimps, gorillas, Luxury, safari, Uganda, wildlife
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Tourist Safety In Brazil: Rio, Sao Paulo, and Further Afield
A common question we get from our travelers heading off to Brazil is: Will I be safe in Brazil? We went to our in-house Brazil expert, Gretchen, to get her take this. Read on to see what she has to … Continue reading