Most Galapagos sites are known primarily for animals, geology or natural beauty. Who can argue? The Galapagos Islands are home to many fascinating animals and birds, including sea lions, blue-footed boobies and the remarkable Galapagos Penguin. However there has always been a human side to Galapagos as well: not all of the history of the islands is measured in […]
Ecuador is a country filled with history and culture, featuring numerous interesting traditional festivities. Some of which preserve their indigenous roots, and some others marked by the influence of the Spanish and Catholic culture.Below you will find a short introduction to the most celebrated festivities in Ecuador. Which are really worth being a part of, […]
You have made the most important decision of your life and joint your life forever with your other half. Now is when a new life begins, when new dreams will become true. And what better way to celebrate it than with a wedding celebration, and with the perfect Honeymoon in the Galapagos Islands. But, why […]
The Galapagos Islands is a dream destination. Who hasn’t seen one of the many Galapagos TV specials featuring jolly sea lions, majestic giant tortoises, and beautiful fish and not wanted to come? Since the 1960s visitors have been flocking to the Galapagos. But what is the best way to see the Galapagos Islands? There are three basic options: small ships, large […]
Traveling to the Galapagos Islands is an adventure worth planning for. The Islands are full of mystery and majesty, with new discoveries surprising guests daily as a matter of course. Making the trip to Ecuador and the islands also has its fair share of surprises as the small country’s infrastructure differs from other parts of the world. Use […]
Galapagos Shore Birds Many resident shore birds of the Galapagos are now sufficiently different from mainland species to have been awarded and endemic subspecies status by taxonomists. Only one has been given a full species status: the endemic lava heron. But what are shorebirds? These are birds that spend most of their time around seashores. These […]
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And indeed even in Galapagos Christmas a very special season and one of the most demanded seasons by tourists. For this reason, it is important to plan really in advance if you want to be in the Galapagos for Christmas and New Year. Unlike major cities, or […]
In 2017, I took a vacation as a solo traveler to the Galapagos Islands. To be honest, this was a YOLO trip: I had the opportunity and took it. I have always thought that is could not be fun to travel alone. Boy was I wrong. 6:30 in the morning at the Quito’s airport, going […]
Galapagos Sharks The Galapagos Shark can grow up to ten feet long and can swim at depths up to 200 ft. When their pups are born they flee to shallow waters to gain strength and also to avoid being eaten by their parents! Volcanoes Volcanoes formed the Galapagos Islands as far back as four million […]
When you finally take your trip of a lifetime and visit the Galapagos Islands, you have the option of arriving at one of two islands: San Cristobal Island, or Baltra Island. The San Cristobal Island is very close to town, but landing at the Baltra Island airport means transferring from Batra airport to Puerto Ayora. Baltra Island is located just […]
