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Government officials in Ecuador have announced a revised entry fee structure for the Galápagos Islands, set to take effect on August 1. This updated fee system, as communicated by Galápagos National Park Authority’s Arturo Izurieta and Tourism Minister Niels Olsen, is part of Ecuador’s proactive stance toward safeguarding the islands' unique ecosystem and ensuring their longevity for generations to come.
Read MoreThe Infinity is one of the newest 20 passenger mega yachts in the Galapagos, She has 8 deluxe cabins & 2 suites, all with private balconies. This boat offers 2 Level 3 National Park Guides. These promotions are subject to availability and offer huge discounts on selected departures. For more information about the Infinity fixed departures, 4, 5, 6 & 7 Day Itinerary’s, deck plans, specs and gallery of images please check Galapagos Cruise...
Read MoreVIP Journeys has an exclusive Elite Galapagos Yacht Holiday Charter for December 25th, 2021 to January 1st, 2022. This 8 days/7 nights itinerary for 16 paxs cost: $145k. One of the newest luxury offerings in the Galapagos. This catamaran offers 8 spacious cabins with large bathrooms with l'occitane amenities. It includes an on-board concierge/cruise manager, It includes all meals and excursions daily.
Read MoreExploring the Galapagos at its most abundant and serene. VIP Journeys welcomed clients back to the Galapagos this Spring in the age of Covid-19 on the Theory, Infinity and Elite Luxury Yachts offering pristine settings in the recently re-opened Galapagos Islands. After having a year of no visitors from abroad and only a few local Ecuadorians visiting sporadically, the extraordinary marine life was curious, bountiful, and unforgettable as ever.
Read MoreVIP Journeys celebrates the recent reopening of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, many of our Small Luxury Yachts are offering huge discounts as they resume navigation through the Enchanted Islands as well as our new normal in an ongoing pandemic.The Latin America region, like it is Neighbors to the North, have been hit especially hard by COVID-19. Four of the top 10 worst outbreaks have taken place on the South America...
Read MoreBook now for travel with VIP Journeys in 2021 without worry because you can change your mind for any reason right up to seven days before departure. Starting today and lasting until July 31st, 2020, you have the flexibility of knowing that, for any reason, you may postpone your trip or cancel it for a 100% future travel credit. Your travel investment is always fully protected.
Read MoreFirst, I want to thank all of our amazing agent partners who have been very helpful, patient, and understanding during this evolving pandemic. The next step is assisting with cancellations and rescheduling. Everything is changing day by day, and this is an unprecedented global situation. We share your concerns about keeping our clients and our own families safe and maintaining distance with public gatherings and travel.
Read MoreFor quite some time, travelers heading to the Northeast of Brazil have generally had to fly all the way to Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo before then taking an onward flight to their chosen destination, making the journey even more exhausting. Luckily for us, some airlines have decided to create a bit of a northeastern hub so that it’s easier and quicker to get to this beautiful and less-visited part of Brazil. We’re very happy to share the list...
Read MoreVIP Journeys has space on a Luxury Galapagos Yacht Charter for Christmas! Come and spend this Christmas Eve in one of the most magical destinations in the world. Grand Majestic Galapagos Yacht - Christmas: 8 days / Dec 23-30, 2019. 3 Cabins: 6 paxs / $8,600 pp Itinerary (A) - Monday to Monday: Mon: am Arrival in San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat, pm - El Junco Lagoon...
Read MoreBrazil Visa Update! - Monday, June 17th, was the first day of the visa exemption for tourists from the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia.Our Minister of Tourism was at Rio de Janeiro International Airport to welcome the first tourists that were benefited by the new measure. From now on, visitors from these countries no longer need to apply for a tourist visa to come to Brazil! The entry visa is granted directly at a Brazilian airport...
Read MoreFor Vip Journeys, 2019 is trending as our best year for Galapagos Yacht Charters. Luxury travel has been moving to more experience-based “special interest” with more “multi-gen” group travel. In the era of mega-ships the size of small cities, luxury experiential clients are migrating to unique small ship and yacht cruising. Where else can all three generations do the same thing at the same time while enjoying peak life experiences...
Read MoreCaroline reports back from her family experience at Inhotim in Brazil. In Inhotim, there are many famous works, that are incredible to the eye. Some of these astonishing pieces include the Doug Aitken’s Sonic Pavilion, Macchi’s Piscina, Giuseppe Penone’s Suspended Tree, Abre a porta, Troca troca, and The Mahogany Pavilion. Carol’s first stop was the Doug Aitken’s Sonic Pavilion. At the Doug Aitken’s Sonic Pavilion everyone was sitting in a silent...
Read MoreVIP Journeys wishes you a Happy Holidays in our own unique way - We thought it would be interesting to introduce you to the Galapagos Christmas Marine Iguana from Española Island. This is the most colorful subspecies (primarily turquoise and red), nicknamed the Christmas iguana, while those on Santiago are predominantly green. Did you know that marine iguanas come in a range of colors?
Read MoreWe can’t get over how fast 2018 has flown by and we imagine that all of you feel the same. As the year quickly comes to an end, we are all left to reflect on the growth, the changes, the challenges, the trips we’ve planned or taken, the new people that have appeared in our lives and the overall feeling of the year gone by. When reflecting on everything, the only word that comes to mind to describe it all is: gratitude.
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