Estancias, Haciendas and Fincas, Oh My

By Allie Almario Our most common request is for overnight accommodations in South America that reflect the culture and traditions of the region with local artisans contributing to the design. Of course, it’s a bonus if the hotel or lodge boasts unusual architecture. For that...
Travel in Shoulder Season - Patagonia-Autumn - Road to Mount Fitz Roy

Three Reasons To Travel In The Shoulder Season

By Allie E. Almario If you’ve got a flexible schedule, consider choosing to travel when it’s NOT the most popular time of the year to go to your favorite destination.  First of all, let us define when exactly is shoulder season. Shoulder season traditionally refers to...
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...

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...
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...

Premier Tours on 2020 Wendy Perrin WOW List

Wendy Perrin’s 2020 WOW List of the world’s best travel specialists is out now, and we’re excited to announce Premier Tours’ own Julian Harrison and Allie Almario are on it once again for Safaris: Southern and East Africa and The Galapagos Islands and Ecuador...

WHERE TO GO IN CHILE – THE ATACAMA DESERT

By Allie Almario Chile is a very popular destination for those adventurers seeking the wild and the wonderful, the remote and the scenic. And tucked away in Northern Chile is one of the most stunning deserts in the world, the Atacama. To some, it resembles Mars, so not...

THREE WAYS TO SAVE MONEY IN THE GALAPAGOS

By Allie Almario At Premier Tours, we are very proud to provide all of our travelers with up-to-date information to make sure your preparations for your adventure goes perfectly. One of our most popular questions is how you can save money in the Galapagos, a destination that is...
5 FAQs about travel to Peru

Five FAQs About Money and Travel to Peru

By Allie E. Almario At Premier Tours, we are very proud to provide all of our travelers with up-to-date information to make sure your preparations for your adventure goes perfectly. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Peru’s local currency and general...

Top 5 Tips About Travel to Chile

By Allie E. 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 to ensure you’re ready for...
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