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Adventurer’s Paradise: Discover the Wild Side of Iquitos, Peru

March 17, 2025 by Maja ZeljakLeave a Comment

Iquitos, the largest city in the world, is inaccessible by road and a haven for adventure seekers. Surrounded by the Amazon rainforest, it offers breathtaking landscapes, rare wildlife, and immersive cultural experiences. Exploring the Amazon Rainforest An immense rainforest with rich flora and fauna surrounds Iquitos. The pristine nature of the Amazon is experienced in guided tours. Sloths, jaguars, and pink river dolphins have been spotted. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Dolphin, Fishing, Paradise, Peru, Rainforest, Seafood, Wildlife

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park – March 2025

March 1, 2025 by Dave1 Comment

This under the radar National Park is highly worth visiting. Visitors can access the park and its rim drives and hiking trails from either the north rim or the south rim. The canyon features some of the steepest walls we have ever seen - it is not the deepest canyon we have visited (that would be Colca Canyon in Peru) but for sheer wow factor, this one is hard to beat. Located in the western part of the state, to access the north rim, one drives … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bridges, Canyon, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Peru, Rock climbing

One of the Planet’s Last Undiscovered Wine Regions, Serra Gaúcha Brazil

December 1, 2024 by Dave2 Comments

Contrary to what the title of this article suggests, Serra Gaúcha is the most well-known wine region within Brazil and produces approximately 80% of the country's wine. However, it not very well known by international wine enthusiasts; that needs to change - Garibaldi definitely deserves to be on your radar. Travelers can reach this part of Brazil using several in-country connecting flights to either Caxios do Sol (about a 45 minute drive) and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South America · Tagged: Art, Brazil, Canada, Chocolate, Drinking, Europe, Farming, Food and Wine, Garden, Harvest, Italy, Napa Valley, Peru, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Tropical Fruit, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Visit Brasil Gallery Arrives in New York City to Celebrate the Nature, Culture, and Gastronomy of the Brazilian Amazon

September 24, 2024 by DaveLeave a Comment

An initiative by the Brazilian Tourist Board in partnership with Sebrae will offer immersive and multisensory experiences promoting the world's largest biome to international tourism. The lushness of the Brazilian Amazon, a unique place of connection with nature, its colors, flavors, rhythms, culture, and ancestry. The Visit Brasil Gallery - Amazon, an initiative by Brazilian Tourist Board (Embratur/Visit Brasil) in partnership with Brazilian … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Architecture, Art, Brazil, Bus Travel, Colombia, Culinary travel, Culture, England, Festival, France, Italy, Journey, Music, New York City, Peru, Portugal, Times Square, Traffic, Wildlife

Hiking Acatenango | Tales from the Top of a Volcano

August 25, 2024 by Isabella ParkinLeave a Comment

Fuego Volcano erupting taken from the Acatenango Volcano base camp

Isabella talks about the four crucial pieces of advice she’d give to any traveler about to do the Acatenango Volcano Hike, based on her own experiences of hiking Acatenango Volcano this year in January. Climbing Acatenango Volcano is a rite of passage for just about anybody traveling through Guatemala. I had heard of it before we went to Guatemala and I knew I wanted to do it, but I didn’t realize quite how popular it would be; it was the talk … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Coffee, England, Food and Wine, Hiking, Mountain Climbing, Peru, Sand, Trekking, Volcano, Walking tour, Wildlife

My Rural Peruvian Experience

July 10, 2024 by Jay TamirisaLeave a Comment

Preface: My Peruvian experience was truly unparalleled; what I encountered there cannot be captured on platforms like YouTube or Google. When most people envision a trip to Peru, they visualize images of sun-drenched beaches or the enchanting peaks of the Andes. But how often do we pause to consider the richness lying beyond the usual tourist hotspots? Rarely, if ever. This article details the hidden gems and intricate tapestry of culture I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South America · Tagged: America, Andes, Architecture, Beach, Culture, Farming, Flowers, Peru, Public Transportation, Spain, Technology, Village, Wildlife

Matthijs Keij, CEO of Withlocals

October 14, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

Withlocals is an experiential travel company that provides a platform for locals to offer private, personalized tours to travelers. Withlocals’ mission is to connect people with cultures by breaking down barriers between travelers and locals worldwide. I recently had an opportunity to get hold of the CEO, Matthijs Keij, to ask him a few questions. Q. Can you briefly tell us about yourself, your background, and your journey to joining … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Bangkok Thailand, Bicycle, Cruising, Culture, Festival, Food and Wine, Hungary, Interview, Journey, Malaysia, Paris, Peru, Restaurants, Rome, Sri Lanka, Technology, Venice

State of Yucatan Launches the Year of Yucatecan Gastronomy

June 25, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Merida, Mexico — June 2022 – The state of Yucatan's Ministry of Tourism (SEFOTUR) will launch a new campaign aiming to increase awareness of the state's culinary offering, rich cultural history, and current modern gastronomy as an important part of its tourism offering. Position the state as one of Mexico's foodie destinations to expand tourism to all regions of the state and develop new products. Starting on June 18, the World Day of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beach, Caribbean, Culture, Dallas, Food and Wine, History, Houston, Mexico, Oakland, Peru, Restaurants, Sand, Spain, Toronto, Wildlife, Yucatan Peninsula

Top Four Must Visit Places in Costa Rica

June 3, 2022 by Dave1 Comment

One of my earliest international trips was to Costa Rica. I remember spotting a flyer posted in a hallway while in college and being immediately intrigued. My major was related to Biology and the advertised trip led by one of the professors trip focused on the flora and fauna of the country. I remember making a decision almost immediately after I read through the trip description; have fun, see a new country and earn college credits while abroad. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, America, Animal Rescue, California, Canyon, Coffee, Costa Rica, Culture, Museum, National Park, Nicaragua, Peru, Spain, Surfing, Tropical Fruit, Waterfall, Wildlife

Discover the ultimate indulgence of hanging 1,200 feet off a cliff in the Sacred Valley, Peru – Interview with Natalia Rodriguez, General Manager of Natura Vive

September 25, 2021 by Teh Chin Liang1 Comment

A ray of sun broke through the clouds and the morning mist, illuminating the valley in sparkly golden gold. The surrounding mountains cast a long shadow over a vast expanse of farmland cut by a river meandering through the valley. This is the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a lush green valley lies in the heart of Urubamba Province, Peru – about 35 miles from Cusco, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Up on the edge of a mountain cliff, three transparent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Art, Bridges, Coffee, Colombia, Culinary travel, Ecuador, Interview, Journey, Machu Picchu, Mountain Climbing, Peru, Road Trip, Rock climbing, Walking tour, Whitewater Rafting, Wine Tasting

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