In January 2018, I had the fortunate opportunity to go on an all-expense-paid Machu Picchu tour with G Adventures I'd won courtesy of National Geographic at an event to promote study abroad. Long-time readers may recall I first visited Machu Picchu in 2011 when I did the 4-day Salkantay trek. The whole experience was terrific, from the high-altitude trekking … [Read more...] about A Machu Picchu Tour with G Adventures
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Final Thoughts: Patagonia Trip
If I did my job well, then the last few months worth of dispatches from Patagonia have sold you on the region as a top-notch destination. I had a blast. And I want to thank G Adventures for allowing me to join them on an End of the Earth tour. The itinerary lived up to my expectations, and the actual locations exceeded them. The trip began when we met Nadia in Buenos … [Read more...] about Final Thoughts: Patagonia Trip
Meet Christian, Our Guide Through Patagonia
[I] recently introduced the world to Nadia, our G Adventures guide in Buenos Aires. However, it was Christian, a Chilean mountain guide, who'd take us through Patagonia. He was waiting for us when we arrived at the airport in El Calafate, and would be with us until our flight from Ushuaia back to Buenos Aires began to board. Initially, I thought I would sit down with … [Read more...] about Meet Christian, Our Guide Through Patagonia
Patagonia Itinerary: End of the Earth with G Adventures
One week from today, I'll be on a flight to Buenos Aires, in advance of my trip to Patagonia with G Adventures! I touched on some of the highlights from the two-week End of the Earth trip in my initial announcement. However, I wanted to delve further into what's in store for me, and anyone else planning a trip to the region. End of the Earth Tour: Discover … [Read more...] about Patagonia Itinerary: End of the Earth with G Adventures
Let’s Go Backpacking in Patagonia
I'm excited to announce that I will be going backpacking in Patagonia on March 3, 2012, in partnership with G Adventures! Departing from Buenos Aires, the 15-day End of the Earth tour encompasses the best of Patagonia, in both Chile and Argentina. Hiking in the mountains of Patagonia, and standing in awe of its glaciers, has been a travel dream of mine for … [Read more...] about Let’s Go Backpacking in Patagonia
