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On our way to Snow Hill, Antarctica

Antarctica Travel Blog Nov 11: Preventing Pathogens, Welcome Cocktails and Meeting the Captain

Friday – Nov. 11, 2011 This afternoon we conducted bio security which entailed of vacuuming out our personal backpacks and outer gear to prevent pathogens from being introduced into the delicate environment of the Subantarctic Islands. Also, attendance of the zodiac briefing was required to ensure everyone’s personal safety. Pete McClelland from the New Zealand Department of Conservation gave a lecture about the unique plant life and wildlife on the [...]

 

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Ice in the Weddell Sea in Antrarctica

Laurie Allread Antarctica Travel Blog: Anticipation in Christchurch, NZ

Tuesday – November 8, 2011: Anticipation is increasing. Tonight, I will meet the other travelers at a welcome dinner, then, in less than 36 hours, we will be on the Kapitan Khlebnikov departing Lyttelton. From my past Antarctica trips, I recall an exhilarating yet scary feeling watching the land become smaller and smaller and finally disappearing while the icebreaker departs the harbor. During the first seven days, we will see [...]

 

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A Huaorani guide shows us how hunters call a toucan

Featured Trip: Huaorani EcoLodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon

  New for 2012, Adventure Life’s 7-day Huaorani EcoLodge trip is designed to immerse travelers in the people and environments of the Amazon. Trip includes multiple hikes, waterfall excursion, Amazon camping, visits with Huaorani community and 4 to 6 hour sea kayaking excursions on the twisted Shiripuno River. Accommodations at the Hauoarni Lodge and campsite are comfortable but basic. An all round cool adventure in the Amazon, but that’s only [...]

 

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Relaxing with Emperor Penguins on Antarctica's Snow Hill

Adventure Life traveler, Laurie Allread, explains why Antarctica beckons her return . . .

Preparing to return to Antarctica for a fourth visit, Adventure Life traveler, Laurie Allread, explains a little about why Antarctica continues to beckon her return again … and again. Laurie will be joining us on the Kapitan Khlebnikov’s Ross Sea Centennial Voyage. This is the final season the Kapitan is taking travelers to the polar regions — departing Nov. 9, 2011, this trip will be an epic month-long Antarctica adventure. [...]

 

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Happy trekker at the top of Huayna Picchu Peak

Purchasing Passes for Hikes at Machu Picchu

Hiking the ruins of Machu Picchu itself can be enough for some travelers. But there are some amazing peaks to trek while at the ruins — and offer a rare perspective to the legendary Inca ruins. The catch? There’s a fee, and you’ll want to do a little planning in advance to save your spot. Here are some helpful details. Huayna Picchu Huayna Picchu or Wayna Picchu (Young Peak) is [...]

 

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Adventure Life Rock Stars soccer team

Adventure Life Sports Sponsorship Program

This year Adventure Life has kicked off our Sports Sponsorship Program. When we’re not exploring places like Peru, Nicaragua, trekking Patagonia or cruising Antarctica, Adventure Lifers find time to volunteer around Missoula and be as active as we can! Thus the Adventure Life Sports Sponsorship Program was born in an effort to support our staff and the community in which we live. Applications quickly rolled in for soccer teams, volleyball [...]

 

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Travelers looking for bargains should look towards Latin America

New York Times Highlights Latin America Bargains

Last week, the New York Times did a feature on ways to save on your next trip, calling attention to Latin America bargains. A few of our favorite destinations where mentioned: Argentina, Belize, Nicaragua, and Panama. The article noted what we’ve known for years — that many times travelers can find top of the line adventures at a fraction of the price that they would pay in the US or [...]

 

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Run at work day

Adventure Lifers Celebrate National Run at Work Day by . . . Running at Work!

Just back from a refreshing 3-mile loop, Adventure Lifers have been stretching our legs and showing a little appreciation for today’s national Run@Work day. Brainchild of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA), Run@Work day is designed to encourage adults to get at least 30-minutes running, walking or exercise incorporated into their daily routine. Locally, Missoula’s fantastic running organization — Run Wild Missoula — encouraged companies throughout Missoula to put [...]

 

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Sweepstakes: Win $1000 of prAna gear to take on your next adventure!

Enter our gear giveaway for a chance for you and a friend to WIN $1000 of prAna gear for your next great adventure. Share with friends and family — if they win, you could too. Just our way to say thank you for helping spread a little adventure with the Facebook folks. Enter now. Why We’re Loving prAna Clothing and products designed to connect you with your aspirations whether that’s [...]

 

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Two corrals closed. The giant tortoises can be observed from the viewing platforms.

Galapagos Travel: Rules for Galapagos Visitors, a Good Time for a Good Reminder

Last month, the Galapagos National Park Service announced they are closing visitor access to two of the tortoise corrals at Santa Cruz’s Fausto Llerena Tortoise center — due to some irresponsible behaviors by, reportedly, both some select travelers and naturalist guides. Behaviors reported include littering and violating the park’s rules against touching and coming within two meters of the animals. It was also reported that visitors were observed walking on [...]