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November 18, 2020 Finding Incan Culture in Modern Day Peru

There was a time when the Inca Empire ruled over more than 12 million people, carrying its influence from Colombia in the north to central Chile in the south. It’s been nearly 500 years now since the Inca were conquered by the Spanish (in 1532). But their amazing rock-hewn cities, mummies (and the treasures buried...

November 17, 2020 Why Group Tours Are a Great Option for Singles Vacations

Solo travel can be a beautiful thing. You don’t have to consult anyone else on when to eat, what time to start the day, how much money to spend on lodging, or anything else for that matter. You can simply do whatever feels right for you. But singles vacations have their downsides, too. It can...

November 17, 2020 Birdwatching Guide for Amazon Rainforest Cruises

With over 1,800 species, of which 139 are endemic, the birds of Peru are spectacularly diverse. But the Peruvian Amazon is a perennial hotbed of avian activity, with around 575 species identified within one 5,500-hectare section of the rainforest (by comparison, only 700 bird species are found in all of North America). Here are few of our...

November 13, 2020 Top 5 Things To Do In India

India is a vastly diverse country that pulses with cultural tones ranging from ancient rituals to modern metros. Because the country is so large – 1,269,346 square miles, to be precise – there are an incredible number of things to do on an India tour beyond major tourist attractions such as the Ganges River, Goa...

November 13, 2020 Most Popular Cities to Visit in India

India is a remarkable place to visit for many reasons, but one of the most compelling is the richness of its culture. This is one of the few countries left on Earth with a living classical culture, unbroken since ancient times. You can visit an ancient Hindu temple and watch rituals that have been performed...

November 13, 2020 10 Best Waterfalls in the World

What is it about waterfalls that we find so endlessly fascinating? Is it their raw power, giving us perspective on our own minimal significance in the world? Is it science (studies suggest the negative ions abundant in waterfalls increase serotonin levels)? Is it simply their aesthetic beauty, creating a sense of peace as we sit...

November 12, 2020 Maasai Culture & Traditions | Kenya & Tanzania

Wherever you go on the East African safari circuit of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania, the Maasai people are a near-constant presence. You’ll see the brightly colored reds, blues and purples of their Shúka (sheets worn wrapped around the body, one over each shoulder, then a third over the top of them) standing out vividly against...

November 12, 2020 Top 10 Foodie Destination for Wildlife Lovers

Combining delicious food and beautiful landscapes is a recipe or success so here is a look at our top foodie destinations around the world. Last week a friend of mine said, “I don’t plan my vacations based on what to see anymore, but on what to eat.” Once upon a time, most people’s world travel...

November 10, 2020 26 Things You Should Know Before Traveling to Iceland

Iceland Travel 101 If there was ever a country guaranteed to capture the hearts and imaginations of travelers, it would be Iceland. A small Nordic nation in the North Atlantic Ocean, this is an isolated island practically packed with dramatic landscapes. Traveling to Iceland will introduce you to more natural wonders than just about any...

November 06, 2020 The Great Migration in Africa: Where, When & Why You Should See It

In what is one of the world’s most quintessential wildlife experiences, the annual Great Migration in Africa is an event like no other. Millions of Zebras, Wildebeest, and other antelope species make this incredible journey across Tanzania and Kenya every year, facing Crocodile- infested waters and terrestrial predators (Lions, Leopards, etc) along the way. To witness such...