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Our Favorite Galapagos Visitor Sites Part 3

By Allie E. Almario What’s our favorite Galapagos visitor sites? Oh, there are so many scattered throughout the archipelago’s 13 major islands! But don’t worry, no matter what sailing itinerary you’re on, the Galapagos National Park has already done a terrific job of choosing the...
Cactus on Fernandina - Our Favorite Galapagos Visitor Sites Part 2

Our Favorite Galapagos Visitor Sites Part 2

By Allie E. Almario Our Galapagos expert Allie Almario, who’s traveled to these islands close to 20 times, admits to having a few personal favorite visitor sites. Of course, every visitor site is already hand-picked by the Galapagos National Park for its wildlife or landscape...
The Galapagos Islands Are Back

The Galapagos Islands Are Back!

By Allie E. Almario After six months in a tight lockdown due to COVID, the Galapagos Islands are back open and ready to welcome visitors. Flights to the Galapagos resumed in August 2020, and ships began to host a handful of intrepid travelers.  What did they find? An already...
Our Favorite Galapagos Visitor Sites

Our Favorite Galapagos Visitor Sites Part 1

By Allie E. Almario What’s our favorite Galapagos visitor sites? Oh, there are so many scattered throughout the archipelago’s 13 major islands! But don’t worry, no matter what sailing itinerary you’re on, the Galapagos National Park has already done a terrific job of choosing the...
Stargazing in the Atacama Desert

Stargazing In The Atacama Desert

By Allie E. Almario You’re probably already familiar with Chile, the skinny strip of land that is 2,700 miles long and 217 miles at its widest point. Chile is tucked between the Andes Mountains to the east and the Pacific to the west. Boasting the clearest skies on earth and...
Peru’s Southern Gems: Arequipa and Colca Canyon

Peru’s Southern Gems: Arequipa and Colca Canyon

By Allie Almario Most travelers choose Machu Picchu as the highlight of their Peruvian adventure, but if you can add on a few more days to your itinerary, consider heading south to Arequipa and Colca Canyon. Arequipa is Peru’s second largest city, with just over one million...

ASK A TRAVEL EXPERT: Three Reasons To Choose A Land-Based Galapagos Adventure

By Allie Almario As popularity for visiting Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands increases, travelers are seeking a different perspective on exploring Darwin’s favorite archipelago. Most travelers fly into one of two islands – Baltra or San Cristobal — from mainland Ecuador, then...
Iguazu Fall Argentina

ASK A TRAVEL EXPERT: Top Travel Tips for Iguazu Falls

By Allie Almario If you’re heading through Buenos Aires, Argentina, consider one of our most popular extensions – Iguazu Falls, the largest waterfalls (also referred to as cataracts) in the world and aptly named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Bordered by Argentina on one side...

What To Wear On An Adventure Trip

By Allie Almario At Premier Tours, we’ll always send you useful information to help you prepare for your destination.  We’ll provide a detailed itinerary with emergency contact information, a suggested packing list, and lots of important tips that’ll ensure you’re ready for...
Splurge-worthy Hotels in Peru

Splurge-Worthy Hotels in Peru

By Allie Almario At Premier Tours, we specialize in customizing adventures that fit your timeframe, budget and style of travel. Those who are looking for a luxury getaway to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu often ask us for our hotels recommendations that stand out for their...