Playing With Sea Lions in the Galapagos
One thing you are sure to see when traveling to the Galapagos Islands are Sea Lions. They are everywhere. They sleep on park benches, they lay in the shade under trees and they waddle through the streets. Really, they own the joint!
Have you ever met a Condor Face to Face?
The highlight of the day however was our visit to the Condor Sanctuary. Condors are endangered in Ecuador this sanctuary is a centre for not only condors, but hawks, eagles and owls just to name a few. Most of the birds are rescued from illegal trafficking, poachers and injuries.
ioSafe Rugged Portable HDD Review
An adventure photographer needs a durable hard drive. That is just a fact. So when I was approached by ioSafe to test out there 1TB Aluminum Rugged Portable drive I jumped on the opportunity.
Straddling the Equator – Finally
We missed our opportunity to balance on the Equator in Kenya. In Indonesia we had another chance to cross the Equator, We almost missed our opportunity again in Quito.
Galapagos Tortoise, The Gentle Giant
Seeing the Galapagos tortoise is one of the highlights of visiting the islands off the coast of Ecuador. The Galapagos Islands were even named after their massive shells. Sailors talked of these islands filled with giant turtles whose shells resembled a saddle – “galapago” in Spanish.
Galapagos Chat with Travel Planners Radio Show!
Our favourite travel radio hosts Kevin and Sue invited us on their nationally syndicated show, Travel Planners Radio to talk about our time in the Galapagos Islands with Intrepid Travel.
Animal Photos of the Galapagos
The Galapagos Islands are home to some fascinating species of animals. Here, off the coast of Ecuador, you will experience some of the best wildlife and bird watching in the world
Great News Comes from our Meeting with Bon Jovi
Sometimes just being in the right place at the right time can change your life! Dave and I have always believed that we make our own luck. Being in the right place at the right time comes after a lot of hard work to get yourself there in the first place.
Swimming with Sharks and Video
The last time we swam with sharks we were in Belize while diving our way through Central America in 2003. We aren’t diving again yet, but we did snorkel in some of the most exotic waters on earth here in the Galapagos.
Wanna Know What It’s Like on an Active Galapagos Tour?
The thing we loved the most about our Active Galapagos adventure was the fact that we stayed on land each night. I bet you didn’t know this, but 28,000 people live on the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador and contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to stay on a boat.
Boobies Boobies Everywhere
The Galapagos Blue Footed Booby is the star attraction of the Ecuadorian islands. Unique to the area, these birds strut their stuff showing off their beautiful blue feet to attract their mate. This one was stomping from side to side as we drove by on our boat tour of the harbour of Isabella Island.
Representing Roots Round the World
We love all things Canadian and nothing says Canada more than Roots Canada. Official sponsor of our favourite Olympic team outfits and great Canadian company who embraces the our national animal, The Beaver.
Sierra Negra, Galapagos Up Close with an Active Volcano
Visiting the Sierra Negra in the Galapagos is an excellent day hike on San Isabella Island. As luck would have it though, today’s hike over lava fields and hot rocks was spent under ominous clouds keeping us safe from the sun.
The Dark History of the Galapagos Islands
We had an action packed 10 days in the Galapagos Islands. but for this Friday we wanted to share a little history of the Galapagos. It’s a dark one.
Marine Iguanas Feeding Underwater, Amazing
The Galapagos Iguanas are some of the most fascinating creatures we have ever encountered. The marine iguana is the only iguana in the world that feeds underwater. Check out this awesome video
A Sand Dunes Sunset in Peru
Located on an Oasis in the Ica district, Huacachina is a super place to chill out and relax. Make sure to walk to the top of a dune to watch the sun set over the desert.
Travel Inspiration – Defying Expectations
I was back in the airport for the third time in four days. Earlier that day I had interviewed for a marketing position in Daytona Beach. It was right up my alley. I should have been thrilled.
Sacred Valley of Peru
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Next Stop Galapagos
It took several years but we are finally making our way to the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador and it’s with our favourite tour company, Intrepid Travel.
Pre Antarctica Pampering in Ushuaia
We were happy to leave our overpriced Hosteria in Ushuaia and move on to the Quark Expeditions pre boarding hotel, the Las Hayas Resort. Prices are super duper high in Ushuaia
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