Hidden gems in Chile

Off-the-beaten-path: Hidden Gems in Chile Chile, South America’s longest and thinnest country, is best known for Patagonia and the Torres del Paine National Park, Easter Island and its wine.  There are a plethora of world-class vineyards in the valleys near its capital city, Santiago, and the fascinating UNESCO world heritage port city of Valparaiso.  In

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The Sacred Valley of the Incas

After an amazing four days in the Peruvian Amazon’s Tambopata National Reserve, a 45 minute flight brought me from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco – the Incan capital and gateway to Machu Picchu.  Although hotel inspections kept me in the city for the night, our passengers usually go straight to the Sacred Valley, to better acclimatize. 

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Best Things to Do in Switzerland

  Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Switzerland is home to some of Europe’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes. Think glacier-topped peaks, rushing waterfalls, and wildflower meadows. But there’s plenty to uncover beyond the Swiss Alps too. Get inspired by this round-up of the 9 best things to do in Switzerland. Touring turquoise lakes, exploring

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