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Cruising in the Galapagos Islands: How to Choose the Best Cruise

The spectacular landscape of Galapagos

Posted by on April 6th, 2021

Boasting an almost-mythological status as a world lost in time, the Galapagos Islands present one of the world’s most spectacular stages for biodiversity and a top destination for wildlife-viewing. Located roughly 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the islands’ stark, lunar-like landscapes and fragile ecosystems teeming with a wealth of fauna and flora have… Read Full Post

Five Animals to Watch for on Your Galapagos Vacation

Galapagos tortoise enjoying some grass

Posted by on March 2nd, 2021

Galapagos is one of the world’s best destinations for wildlife viewing. The Galapagos Islands are home to species found nowhere else on the planet, and most of the animals there are unafraid of humans, allowing you a close-up wildlife experience. Each island has its own populations, and the exact animals you spot will depend on… Read Full Post

Touring Peru and the Galapagos in Under 2 Weeks

Peru to Galapagos boat

Posted by on February 23rd, 2021

One of the perks of working with Vaya is that we’re experts in seamless logistics, meaning we can help you plan a South America vacation that incorporates multiple highlight destinations with minimal travel time. Some travelers aren’t sure if two weeks will be enough time for the trip they want, so we’re here to tell… Read Full Post

Visiting the Galapagos Islands with Your Kids

Galapagos sea lion_Photo by Max Aliaga

Posted by on February 16th, 2021

We are frequently asked if it is possible to take a Galapagos vacation with kids. The answer is a definitive yes! Galapagos with children, Galapagos with a toddler, even Galapagos with a baby – if you plan ahead and choose the best Galapagos cruise vessel for your needs, it is all doable. Taking a small-ship… Read Full Post

Top 10 Ways to Combine Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands

Machu Picchu and Galapagos

Posted by on February 2nd, 2021

If you’re thinking about travel to South America, you don’t need to limit yourself to just one destination. Visiting Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands in the same trip lets you combine two iconic highlights for an unforgettable experience. Vaya’s Destination Specialists are experts in arranging seamless logistics, letting you maximize your vacation time without… Read Full Post

Give the gift of travel with Vaya Travel Vouchers!

Posted by on November 6th, 2020

For eight long months we’ve mostly limited our travel to the well-trodden path between kitchen and makeshift home office, devoted our adventure time to delving into long-unexplored closets and drawers, and witnessed the wider world only through books and screens. For many of us, the urge to travel has probably never been greater, and we’ve… Read Full Post

All-Inclusive Resorts, Vaya Style

Flamingos in the desert - photo by Alto Atacama

Posted by on January 27th, 2020

When you hear “all-inclusive,” you might immediately think of a massive resort on the edge of a Mexican or Caribbean beach, unlimited piña coladas, and a lot of sitting around in the sun. But Vaya’s idea of an all-inclusive resort involves hiking among the peaks and glaciers of Patagonia, seeking out the elusive wildlife in… Read Full Post

The Jemmy Button Story: A Kidnapping, a Hoedown and a Massacre in Wulaia Bay

Posted by on January 3rd, 2020

Travelers on our Patagonia cruises know they will be visiting some of the most remote glaciers, fjords and islands of southern Chile, but many don’t know that they’ll also be visiting the Yahgashaga: the homeland of the Yamana indigenous people of Tierra del Fuego, and the scene of an incredible 19th century true story that… Read Full Post

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