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10 Most Popular Tours in Cape Town

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Yes, these are the most common things to do in and near Cape Town, but there is a reason why — they are exceptional experiences. See Also: 1.  Peninsula Tour This is most commonly done in a guided full day … 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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Climbing the Toubkal, North Africa’s Highest Peak (Morocco)

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Trekking in the High Atlas mountains is an amazing experience for adventure travelers who love mountains and culture. It is also an opportunity to bag a peak, the Jbel Toubkal, North Africa and Morocco’s highest peak at 13,671 feet (4,167 … Continue reading →

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13 Day Uganda Discovery with Gorillas, Chimpanzees, and Murchison Falls

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

We have a special group departure for a 13-day Uganda trip including Game drives in the best parks 1 day of gorilla trekking 1 day of chimpanzee habituation 3 days in Murchison Falls including a boat ride on the Nile … Continue reading →

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Galapagos on the Athala II

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

The luxury Athala II is the sister ship to the Eclipse. Built in 2007, it was completely refurbished in October 2011.  Barbara of AWR visited the Athala II right after it was completed and can answer any questions you might … Continue reading →

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Galapagos on the Eclipse

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Two of our favorite luxury boats in the Galapagos are the Eclipse and the Athala II. The Eclipse has many unique features, two amazing 7-night itineraries, one 5-night itinerary, and two special Photo Safari departures.  Plus read what our customers … Continue reading →

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GoPro for Great Travel Videos

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Staff members at AWR have been having a great time using our GoPro camera for all the fun things that we get to do! The GoPro Camera mounts to helmets, surfboards, cars, motorcycles, bikes, handlebars, your head, chest… you name … Continue reading →

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Mont Blanc Treks From Chamonix: The Best of the Alps

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Trekking in the Alps is one of our favorite summer hiking holidays. From June through September you can hike the Mont Blanc region with experienced local guides at a reasonable price. The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is perhaps the … Continue reading →

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Cambodia: 7 Unique Travel Experiences

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

Travelers return from Cambodia with great stories, amazing photographs and fond memories. People enjoy the wonders of Angkor Wat and the smiles of the Cambodian people. Most travelers only visit Angkor Wat, but the country offers a lot more to … Continue reading →

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Amazing dining experience — in the middle of the Indian Ocean

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Adventures Within Reach

The Rock Restaurant, Zanzibar For a truly unique dining experience, the Rock Restaurant off the southeast coast of Zanzibar Island is must-do for a special evening out. The menu consists of a 3-course meal including lobster or local fish for … Continue reading →

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