Author Archives: Adventures Within Reach

Top 5 Buenos Aires Steakhouses

When planning a trip to Buenos Aires and creating one’s “must-do” list, trying the mythical Argentine beef is a high desire for most travelers. But where do you go to taste true, authentic to-die-for beef cuts in BA? Fear not. … Continue reading

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Trip Report: Galapagos Islands Cruise: September 2016

Staff Member: Susie Youn Travel Dates: September 25-October 2, 2016 Destinations Visited: Ecuador: Quito and Galapagos Islands See more pictures from Ecuador / Galapagos Islands Cruise on the Natural Paradise > >>  Day 1 / September 25: Arrival in Quito, Ecuador I landed … Continue reading

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Costa Rica National Parks with Beaches: Cahuita or Manuel Antonio?

Costa Rica richly deserves its name “Rich Coast” since it’s bounded on two sides by broad expanses of water: on the western side, the Pacific Ocean, and on the eastern side, the Caribbean Sea.  Travelers to Costa Rica will discover loads of … Continue reading

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Gastronomic Experiences in South America: Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! On this day of gastronomic brilliance, I wanted to take the time to highlight some of our best foodie experiences in South America. Come travel with us to Santiago, Cusco and Buenos Aires as we explore vibrant … Continue reading

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Argentina’s Best Kept Secret: The Northwest

Northwest Argentina is beckoning! Come hike through the multicolored hills and crimson canyons of Jujuy. Follow llamas across epic salt flats where all perception is lost and land and sky seamlessly mingle. Trek among some of the most ancient Cacti … Continue reading

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Further Afield in Chile: Exploring the Wonders of Atacama Explora

Arriving in the Atacama Desert, I was speechless as the plane began to descend into Calama, the region’s capitol. The austere and Martian desert stretched out in every direction and was accented with epic snow-capped volcanoes in shades of fiery … Continue reading

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NEW TRIP — 5 Day Myanmar: Ngapali Beach Extension

Avoid crowds and enjoy some well-earned rest and relaxation after your AWR Myanmar tour with an extension to Ngapali Beach on Myanmar’s unspoiled coast. Ngapali is easily one of Asia’s best beach areas during the right season, yet lightly visited. … Continue reading

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Galapagos Islands – Odyssey Yacht Renovation Update

We are pleased to announce that one of our favorite Galapagos cruise ships, the Odyssey, has recently undergone extensive renovations.  These improvements include: Redesigned interior social areas and cabins New furniture and amenities to enhance comfort and privacy Two new … Continue reading

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Hidden Gems of Patagonia: Chile’s Top Three Parks for Trekking Lovers

Venturing south of Santiago, into the heart of Chilean Patagonia, one encounters the most impressively rich interweaving of epic national parks brimming with wildlife, biologically abundant nature reserves, jagged and glaciated peaks contrasted against wild and isolated steppe. The best … Continue reading

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NEW TRIP – Buenos Aires Foodie Odyssey

Buenos Aires, the capitol of Argentina, is known as “The Paris of the South” for its gorgeous tree-lined boulevards, picturesque French-style architecture, and art and cafe culture. The tempo of the city is very Spanish, with its inhabitants often observing … Continue reading

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