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Explore the World’s Largest Island on a Greenland Cruise!

Greenland is covered in over 80% ice, but the climate of this frozen island actually allows for a unique travel experience. Explore the beautiful natural environment of this massive island. Learn a little more about what Greenland has to offer curious & adventurous travelers.
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That's a Great Ape

Close-up orangutan encounters are possible in the jungle of Borneo! Observe these fascinating animals in a center that is making every effort to protect this endangered species. With a population that has decreased more than 50% over the past sixty years, the orangutan is in desperate need of protection.
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Creatures of the Kinabatangan

Ever heard of a pygmy elephant? What about rhinoceros hornbills or pig-tailed macaques? Not only can you find out what these creatures are, but you can actually SEE them in Borneo! Visit this intriguing island that is home to some of the world's unique animals. Truly unique wildlife encounters are sure to await you on a trip to Borneo.
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Out of the Jungle

Borneo may seem like an unexpected, perhaps even mysterious place for many people. Where else can you encounter pygmy elephants and the world's biggest flower, then dive among coral in pristine turquoise waters? From searching for unique wildlife in the jungle, to sunbathing on bright beaches, this destination beholds a variety of activities and experiences for curious travelers!
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Big In Borneo

Did you know that Borneo is home to the world's biggest flower and the largest species of moth? Travelers can also hike up Mount Kinabalu, the tallest peak between the Himalayas and Papua New Guinea. Borneo doesn't disappoint when it comes to providing BIG experiences. Explore this land of extremes and larger-than-life encounters!
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Our Favorite Family Destinations

Costa Rica Costa Rica offers a breathtaking array of sights and sounds throughout its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and variety of wildlife. This dynamic country enthusiastically welcomes travelers to experience its treasured landscape and natural beauty. Colorful tree frogs, giant leatherback turtles, screaming howler monkeys, and crawling …
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The Polar Experience

The Polar regions are true adventure destinations that are still being discovered by even the most well-seasoned travelers. Planning a trip to the Arctic or Antarctica can be intimidating to people who have a lot of travel experience, let alone those who do not. As experts in Polar travel, let us make it easy to determine the best trip for you!
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Waking Up In Antarctica

We planned a trip to Antarctica for two of our favorite Adventure Lifers, Nikki & Dusty. They captured some absolutely amazing video footage that would convince almost anyone that this destination MUST go on the "to-visit" list.
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Sacred Valley Revealed

Just an hour drive from Cusco, the glorious Sacred Valley remains a living relic of Inca culture with terraced mountainsides with fortresses built into the towering Andes, and the raging Urubamba River below. Don't miss the market town of Pisac and spectacular Ollantaytambo a living Inca city below a towering fortress.
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Romance Around the World

Love is all around us. Or perhaps it is more truthful to say that boxes of chocolate, heart-shaped balloons, sappy cards, and battles for restaurant reservations are all around us. The phenomenon of Valentine's Day...
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Shared Experiences

Travel. It makes us aware of the world around us, stretches our comfort zone, and grows us as human beings. If we become better individuals, doesn't it make sense that we would also become a better partner? US Travel Association conducted a study to understand the effect of travel on romantic couples. Edge Research took a telephone survey …
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Six Tips for Traveling on a Budget

After a long year of hard work and effort, you've earned yourself a vacation. Go ahead and map out your travel plans, but be sure to set a budget. Unless you're Kim Kardashian or Kanye West, you probably can't jet-set without monetary concern, and the last thing you want is to end up broke and stressed by the end of your trip. The …
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Antarctica Travel Video: Leave the Pebbles for the Penguins

A little reminder in the principles of Leave No Trace is always a good idea. This short video from my last Antarctica trip provides just that. Although a tiny pebble might seem insignificant, they are incredibly coveted by Antarctica penguins -- penguins make their nests from small pebbles, that are not always easy to come by in the snowy, stark …
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Thoughts on Green Travel

Sustainable, Responsible, Green, Eco Tourism -- I know it can be tough to get beyond these labels and into the meaning behind such abstracts. But here's a little help... Traveler, Sarah Shelton, provides some direction and does a great job highlighting the sort of questions you should ask your travel company if you are looking at going green on …
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Jen Gets SCUBA Certified

Adventure Life's own Jennifer Barile is earning her SCUBA certification. One of our incredible Trip Coordinators, Jen is adding SCUBA to her list of outdoor hobbies that include rock and ice-climbing, trekking, camping and cross-country skiing. Adventure Life supplies our full-time employees with funding for continuing education opportunities. In …
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Adventure Lifer, Lynessa, Heads to Peru

Starting off our staff travels for 2010, Adventure Life's fantastic office manager and gate-keeper, Lynessa Nelson, is readying for a Peru adventure with her husband, Matt. Next week, Lynessa and Matt will hop on a plane from the Missoula airport to Lima, Peru. The first leg of their Peru journey is on the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca, …
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Family Travel Tip: Solo Parent Traveling with Child

In the recent years, it has become more and more common for border officials to exercise caution when they encounter a child traveling with just one birth parent. So if you are traveling as a solo parent with your child and another legal guardian/parent for your child is staying in the US, it is a very good idea to obtain “Permission to …
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Latin America Travel: Spanish 101

Spanish a bit rusty? You and me both. In general, Spanish is used throughout Latin America - but you'll definitely encounter dozens of other languages too.  On a Belize trip or Guyana tour you'll find English as the official language, with other languages spoken in varying regions. For example, along the coast you're most likely to hear Creole …
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Do Carbon Offsets Do More Damage Than Good?

For the past few years, I have heard lots of news about carbon offsets and we have had lots of discussion within the office about carbon offsetting. I've skeptical of the usefulness and so we have never offered carbon offsets to our clients. To me, it seemed as if the threats facing the pristine forests of the Amazon, the fragile wildlife of the …
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Holiday Travel Tips for Your Adventure Tour

These holiday travel tips for planning the best experiences during the busiest time of the year. Keep these tips and tricks in mind to set yourself up for a smooth-sailing vacation.
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Latin America Travel Advice: Solving the Mysteries of the Tip

To tip or not to tip - or what to tip!? Questions regarding tipping etiquette are some of the most common concerns travelers have when visiting a foreign country. To make matters even more confusing, there is no universal language for tipping; in fact, in some countries a tip is considered an insult or an act of arrogance. Unfortunately, there is …
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A Sample Menu from our Inca Trail Treks in Peru

The Inca Trail offers a hardy hike. Therefore, your appetite is sure to be the same! The quality of food that you will enjoy along this trek is impressive given the fact that it is all transported by your porters. This article gives you an idea of what you can expect to eat along your journey, including a sample menu.
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The Ancient Cities of Mexico

Throughout Mexico, there are stunning reminders of the grand civilizations that one dominated the region -- incredible ancient cities of the Maya, Aztecs, Toltecs, Zapotecs and more are found throughout the landscape. Some, like the Yucatan's Chichen Itza, are well excavated and well known throughout the world; each year it beckons thousands of …
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