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VIP Journeys announces these incredible Galapagos Cruise Offers on last-minute 2017 Galapagos cruises aboard a range of vessels: An incredible 2 x 1 deal (a massive saving of up to $6,119 per couple) OR A whopping $1000 off per person PLUS 1 night FREE accommodation the night prior to cruise departure in Quito (JW Marriot for Alia and Natural Paradise ) or Guayaquil...
Read MoreVIP Journeys has a Brazil Visa Update! It is now official. The Brazilian government has approved electronic Visas for United States Citizens. The days of appointments and waiting for regional Visa offices to expedite your Brazilian Visa in person or via mail is over. You can do it all online! We had hoped for a waiving of the Visa altogether, however this is an excellent baby step to getting Brazil back in the minds of Tourists.
Read MoreSadly, vacations end. We return home and return to our lives looking back on our memories of our amazing experiences. Even with the pictures we took, we find ourselves missing from our own photos, which hardly capture the beauty that was before us. That’s where Drone My Trip comes in. Whether it be a trip deep into the vast snow-capped Andes or a relaxing beach-side resort, Drone My Trip is a perfect package to fully...
Read MoreSitting deep in the Pacific Ocean, the Galapagos Islands are one of the most natural and unique vacation destinations. Almost 700 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos are a haven of exotic animals and plants, land and sea alike. Whether it be giant tortoises and flamingos, or whales and dolphins, there is truly something new to see every time you visit.
Read MoreImagine after a day full of adventure in Costa Rica's vibrant wilderness, you find yourself relaxing in your cliffside infinity pool overlooking the sunset beach of Las Catalinas. Founded in 2009, Las Catalinas is a modern, private beach town on the Guanacaste coast; perfect for those who want to escape crowds and have an authentic Costa Rican experience, Las Catalinas is an oasis of adventure...
Read MoreEven if you're not much for late night parties at home, most people throw caution to the wind and get at least a little foot loose and fancy free on vacation. Although the younger set often travels specifically to follow the party, you're never too old to get in a little bit of midnight revelry when you know where to find the best nightlife in Latin America. There's a little something for everyone.
Read MoreThe breathtaking country of Brazil is the largest and most geographically diverse destination in all of South America making it an ideal place for holiday on your Brazil vacation. It boasts a huge number of entertaining activities, a very friendly people, an abundance UNESCO World Heritage sites and a whole host of things to see and do.
Read MoreLast year, in honor of the World Oceans Day, we paid homage to our Top 10 favorite national marine reserves in Latin America around the theme “healthy oceans, healthy planet.” The post, featuring 10 national marine parks taking action to ensure a healthy planet and oceans, as well as providing future generations with amazing places to learn about the world beneath the sea.
Read MoreEarlier this week, the world celebrated the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDBD). This event, held annually since 1993, was created by the U.N. General Assembly "to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues." Although the day originally was commemorated in late December each year, it was moved to May 22 some years later due (at least in part) to difficulties surrounding a date so close to...
Read MoreAn enigmatic country known as an exporter of some of the world's finest coffee, the birthplace of magical realism and a romantic backdrop for summer blockbusters, Colombia is so much more than what you may have read in a book or seen on the big screen. Nestled at the northern tip of South America, Colombia is a passionate and diverse country on the mend is simply bursting at the seams with Latin American passion and zeal for life.
Read MorePeople often think of cruises as massive floating hotels built to embark on ocean voyages carrying thousands of passengers across long distances. We all know the big cruise lines continue to build more and more lavish ships with all manner of activities, but this isn't the best way to get up close and personal with the destinations you've spent your life dreaming of. What's more, this style of cruise experience isn't for everyone. Nowhere is this more true than in Central and South America...
Read MoreHere at VIP Journeys, giving back has always been a part of our company culture. In fact, it's in our DNA. Since the very beginning, we've donated 5 percent of our profits to charity partners primarily working with children based in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil. This is because our co-owner, Mike Eiseman, lived in Brazil as the Vice President of the Brazil Tour Operators Association...
Read MoreThe International Day for Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), celebrated annually on April 18, is just a few days away, so there's never been a more appropriate time to share our list of must see Latin America monuments.ICOMOS was created and approved by UNESCO in 1983 to help protect and conserve cultural heritage sites.
Read MoreWe're recently back from a week in the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica, so it only makes sense that part two of our destination spotlight series is about a Costa Rica vacation! This country may look small on a map, but it certainly packs a big punch-- and we didn't even have time to venture outside of the northern province.
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