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Trip Report: Cambodia: December 2016

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

We recently planned a trip to Southeast Asia for a large multi-family group – 11 people in all, ranging from 15 to 52 years old.  We customized our 16-Day Southeast Asia Explorer: Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia trip for these … Continue reading →

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Difference Between the Salkantay and Lares Lodge-to-Lodge Treks

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Trekking in Peru is one of the best and most sought-after adventure opportunities in South America. To elevate your trekking experience, there are currently two lodge-to-lodge luxury trek options to Machu Picchu: The Salkantay Trail and The Lares Trail. What … Continue reading →

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Travel Advice: How to Pack for The Atacama & Patagonia In One Trip

Posted on January 26, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

  Chile is an overwhelmingly gorgeous landscape of contrasts: mountains and sea, urban and rural, and, most famously, the Atacama Desert and Patagonia. When planning an epic adventure that encompasses these famous juxtaposing sceneries it is important to know how … Continue reading →

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Travel Advice: NOT Doing the Inca Trail and STILL Hiking at Machu Picchu

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Many travelers to Machu Picchu love hiking but perhaps do not have the time, money or permit to do the Inca Trail while visiting Machu Picchu. Hiking lovers, fear not! Here are four hikes that you can do right from … Continue reading →

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New York Times Names Atacama Among Best Places to Travel in 2017

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Chile’s Tourism Board just proudly announced that Chile’s Atacama Desert was proclaimed one of the best places to travel in 2017 by the New York Times: “The Atacama Desert was recently reviewed in The New York Times under the headline … Continue reading →

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Peru: Best Affordable Boutique Hotels for Under $95

Posted on January 15, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

From ancient Incan palaces, to Spanish-colonial retreats to quaint, antique mansions check out our carefully selected list of Peru’s best boutique hotels for under $95 USD per night! LIMA Miraflores: Arawi Hotel ($95 USD) Located in in the heart of … Continue reading →

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Best Photo Ops: Lima, Cusco, Santiago

Posted on January 9, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Planning your next trip to Lima and Cusco in Peru or Santiago, Chile? Don’t forget these must-visit photo op spots for the best souvenirs of your adventure! Taxis are very reliable in Peru and Chile for you to get to … Continue reading →

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Travel Advice: Adding The Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca to Your Peru Adventure

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Lake Titicaca seems almost Mediterranean but at a staggering 14,000 ft and surrounded by the Cordillera Real in the Andes.  The Colca Canyon has amazing hiking, quaint small villages and beautiful hot springs. Learn how to add these destinations to … Continue reading →

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Argentina: Best Affordable Boutique Hotels for Under $130

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

From hidden, urban, art-deco retreats, to cozy, traditional Patagonian ranches to the ultimate wine lodge experiences check out our carefully selected list of Argentina’s best boutique hotels for under $130 USD per night! Buenos Aires: San Telmo: Moreno Hotel ($60 … Continue reading →

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Trip Report: Colombia Multi-Sport: October 2016

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Adventures Within Reach

Staff Member: Dan Crandall Travel Dates: October 21-26, 2016 Destinations: Columbia: Bogota, Santander, Pereira (gateway to the Coffee Region) and Cartagena October 21, 2016: Bogota arrival I arrived late at night in Bogota. Right away, I was impressed, which was a … Continue reading →

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