Trip Highlights

Carnival in Rio


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Posted by on May 26th, 2015

Carnival in Rio is arguably one of the biggest and most famous parties in the world. This year I let a friend talk me into experiencing it, but to be honest, it took some convincing. Before experiencing it for myself, the images I had in my head were less than positive. I had the impression… Read Full Post

Returning from a Vaya Trip to South America


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Posted by on May 15th, 2015

Wow, what a journey! Such diverse settings, from the history and architecture of Quito to the small towns and beautiful beaches of the Galapagos Islands to the spectacular mountain scenery surrounding the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in Peru. It is this combination of amazing history, ancient ruins, and natural wonder that consistently garners superlative… Read Full Post

Exploring Chile’s Wine Region in a Day Trip from Santiago


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Posted by on March 23rd, 2015

Chile is known internationally for the quality of its wine, and a visit to wine country is a great addition to a visit. There are extensive wine regions throughout the central part of the country. Many visitors have heard of the famed Colchagua Valley, but while Colchagua is an excellent place to spend a couple… Read Full Post

Esteros del Iberá, Argentina’s Wildlife Secret


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Posted by on March 9th, 2015

Many travelers, when considering the best place to view wildlife in South America, immediately think of the Amazon. It is true that the Amazon basin is one of the most bio-diverse places on earth, with a high concentration of diverse species. However, one aspect of visiting the Amazon is that the animals are well camouflaged… Read Full Post

Planning a Vaya Trip to South America


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Posted by on March 5th, 2015

At Vaya Adventures we pride ourselves on firsthand destination knowledge that can only come from shutting down the computer and getting on a plane going south. This year I’ll be returning to Peru and the beautiful Galapagos Islands, familiarizing myself with new and updated ships, hotels, activities, and of course wildlife. As I prepare for… Read Full Post

A Zodiac Ride into Torres del Paine National Park


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Posted by on January 26th, 2015

On a recent visit to Torres del Paine National Park, I opted for an alternate entry into the park. In the past I had entered the park via the land route (a stunning drive from Puerto Natales into the park). On this subsequent visit, however, I decided to enter the park via the Rio Serrano… Read Full Post

Arequipa & Colca Canyon as an Active 3-Night Extension


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Posted by on January 22nd, 2015

On a recent trip to Peru I had the chance to visit some places that are slightly further off the radar than the iconic Cusco and Machu Picchu. I spent about a week exploring Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, and Lake Titicaca, which was a nice amount of time for a leisurely exploration of all three…. Read Full Post

Finding My Inner Juan Valdez


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Posted by on January 16th, 2015

Coffee, for me, is an essential part of the morning routine – and it’s a part that keeps getting better. Today there are a myriad of coffee choices, from light roasts to dark roasts and a variety of flavors and styles. How do you choose among such an abundance of options? Should I be purchasing… Read Full Post

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