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Ecuador FAQs

You have booked your trip to Ecuador. Now what? Getting ready for this trip of a lifetime can result in some uncertainty. Our FAQ answers some of the most common traveler questions. From packing suggestions to what currency to bring, this will hopefully help you prepare for your Ecuador trip!
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Cuba FAQs

Planning a trip to Cuba? Now what? From the best time to visit to entry requirements, this FAQ gives travelers more of an idea of what to expect on a trip to Cuba. We have answered some of the most common traveler questions in hopes of helping you feel better prepared for the adventure.
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Bora Bora Overview

Learn about idyllic Bora Bora island's geography, wildlife weather, history, culture, language, and religion in this overview about traveling to French Polynesia's Bora Bora.
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Panama Canal Cruise: Large vs. Small Cruise Ships

The size of your ship matters more than you would think. With a small ship you have the advantage of accessing smaller ports, beaches, locks, and canals. Additionally, generally, small ship cruises are less expensive than large ship cruises. But larger cruises have some advantages as well. Read this article to figure out what they are!
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Best Time to Travel to Panama

Bottom Line: The best time to visit Panama is between February and April, when there is the least amount of rain and the hottest, sunniest temperatures. Value seekers might be willing to travel during the wetter months for a better deal.
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Top Sites to Visit in Iceland

The Blue Lagoon, the Golden Circle Route, the Westman Islands, and the Dettifoss Waterfall are a few of the most popular places to visit in Iceland. Populated areas that draw international visitors each year include Reykjavik, Husavik, the town of Isafjörður, and Siglufjordur.
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How to Choose a European River Cruise

European river cruises, once just a small niche in European travel, have grown exponentially in the last decade as one of the newest favorite ways to explore all that the countries of Europe have to offer. Deciding which European river cruise is right for you can be a tricky task, but if you can just answer a few questions for yourself, the …
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Top Things to Do in Strasbourg

Situated on the Rhine River in France, just across the border from Germany, the city of Strasbourg is a hub of politics and culture, making a great place to start or end your Rhine River cruise. At the crossroads of Germany and France in the territory formerly known as Alsace, this cosmopolitan city features four bridges that both literally and metaphorically unite a region once engulfed in war.
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10 Favorite Ports on the Rhine River

As travelers cruise down the Rhine River, each day holds new adventures and opportunities to explore central Europe. While there are more than 20 cities and countless destinations that Rhine River cruises visit, these are our favorite ports along the way.
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Top Things to Do in Basel

Just a stone’s throw from Germany and France, the town of Basel, Switzerland is an exciting stop on any Rhine River cruise. Brimming with centuries of culture and history, it’s no surprise that - in addition to myriad museums that you can explore here - the city itself feels like a living museum. Altstadt (Old Town) The Altstadt old …
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Top Things to See and Do in Paris

Don't miss a thing when traveling to Paris! Read our best-of-the-best attractions and things to see and do in the romantic French capital.
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Top Things to See and Do in Lyon

Where the Rhône and Saône rivers join you’ll find the busy city of Lyon, France, in the southeastern part of the country - so busy, in fact, that it is the sixth most densely populated city in the EU. Home to historical gems and a legacy that dates back thousands of years, renaissance architecture highlights the old town (Vieux …
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Barge Cruises in France

Riverboats are already much smaller than the giant ocean liners that cruise the Atlantic and Caribbean, but they can still be characterized as floating hotels, complete with several dining areas or bars, multiple lounges and social areas, occasionally a pool, hot tub, or spa, and occupancy for up to 200 or more guests.
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What's New in European River Cruises for 2019

It’s 2019, and a whole new season of European river cruising is just heating up! The Rhine and Danube Rivers defend their place as the most popular river cruising options, taking travelers through all of the major cities of Eastern, Central, and Western Europe as you cruise gently up and down these ancient waterways that have connected the …
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European River Cruises for Families Children, Parents & Grandparents

European river cruises can be an amazing experience for families with members of all ages, and if you’re traveling with minors (under the age of 18), a cruise can be a fantastic way to engage them in history and culture as they see their textbooks come to life in the form of castles, museums, battlegrounds of ancient and modern wars, ruins, and so much more.
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Top Things to See and Do in Passau

The bustling town of Passau, Germany straddles the Danube River where it meets the Inn and Ilz Rivers on the border of Austria, and is home to around 50,000 residents. Known for its baroque old town, Passau features a number of monuments, museums, and historical sites that make this charming city a staple part of any Danube River cruise. Passau also serves as the port of embarkation or departure for many European river cruises.
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How to Choose a Danube River Cruise (Eastern & Central Europe)

This article will go into some depth about the consequences of trip length, the various destinations that it's possible to visit, and will help you choose the ideal boat and experince that fits your needs.
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European Rivers

The multiple rivers flowing through Europe provide the perfect mode of transit for intimate travel experiences throughout various countries! River cruises also eliminate the stress of finding public transportation or driving. This brief overview of the Rhine, Rhone, Danube and Main rivers can help guide you in selecting your best river cruise option.
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Adventure Life Grant Supports 'Hearts in the Ice' Project

Adventure Life is honored to donate $2,000 to support Hearts in the Ice, an ambitious project headed by Hilde Fålun Strøm and Sunniva Sorby. Hilde, from Norway, and Sunniva, from Canada, will be spending 9 months in the high Arctic of Svalbard, Norway. They will serve as citizen scientists, collecting data for Arctic research relating …
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Best Time for African Safaris

In general, the winter season in Africa, from around June through September, is sunny and dry with cold nights, chilly mornings, and warm days. The summer - from October through May - is much hotter, with higher humidity and daily rain.
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Wild Alaska!

Enter an untamed wilderness that allows opportunities to have up close experiences with the natural wonders of Alaska. Moose, caribou, brown & black bears, and bald eagles greet you as you explore by land. While cruising, keep an eye out for humpback whales, orcas, otters, and porpoises. Zodiac and kayak excursions give access to more …
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France Overview

Whether visiting the beautiful countryside or enjoying the vibrant cities, you are sure to find a region of France that will encourage you to return again and again. The Mediterranean coast, ever-fashionable Paris, and the traditional towns of the Seine River highlight this exciting country.
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Community Grants

Adventure Life has an annual, ongoing grant program that provides funding for small, grassroots projects in the countries we visit, such as Chile. Our local partners nominate organizations and projects.
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Adventure Life Sponsors Community Celebration for World Refugee Day

Adventure Life was a contributing sponsor of $1,000 to Soft Landing Missoula's third annual World Refugee Day Community Celebration and Soccer Tournament. Held at Fort Missoula, the event got lucky this year with sunny, clear skies - a perfect day for the community to come together and celebrate Missoula's embrace of refugees. Soft …
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