Swine Flu Concerns in Central and South America

Based on reports from the World Health Organization as of May 8, 2009, there are few confirmed cases of swine flu in Central and South America in two countries that Adventure Life visits.  Presently, there is one confirmed case in Costa Rica as well as Guatemala. Safety and security of our travelers is of the highest priority, and Adventure Life will continue to monitor the global swine flu situation.  We [...]

 

Andean Multisport in Peru

The land of the Incas near Cusco and the Sacred Valley is a great destination for active adventures with deep canyons cut by beautiful rivers and backroads and trails in the shadows of the impressive Andes.  Our new Andean Multisport trip offers mountain biking and a half-day hike on a remote section of the Inca Trail to hike down to the Apurimac River.  Head out for three days and two [...]

 

Inti Raymi Festival in Peru

    Debbie Lester sent this posting recently about her families experience at Inti Raymi. Thanks Debbie! PS Adventure Life has special departures each year that include VIP seating at the event – spaces book up early! My trip to South America would not have been complete without visiting Cusco, Peru during the Inti Raymi, the festival of the Sun. Every year on June 24th Cusco comes alive as the [...]

 

Best Time of Year to Visit Galapagos

      The following article was written by Galapagos traveler M. Sparga. Thanks for the contribution! The first time I went to the Galapagos Islands, one of my traveling companions had his cap blow off into the sea while we took a dinghy from our cruise ship to one of the islands. Another tourist joked that we would probably run into a sea lion wearing the cap later that [...]