Discover what a family cruise through the Galapagos Islands really looks like. A guide to wildlife, snorkeling, and adventure family travel with kids. When I was a kid, I would plop down on the living room floor, flipping through old National Geographic magazines. Between the glossy pages and remarkable photos, I lost myself in dreams …
Discover one of Ecuador’s hidden gems. Our family’s adventure in Quilotoa mixes hiking, kayaking, and culture for the perfect off-the-beaten-path escape. Some trips test your grit before they reward you. Quilotoa, Ecuador, was one of those for our family—hard, beautiful, and absolutely worth it. We’d arrived in Ecuador four days earlier, spending two days exploring …
Looking for epic family travel in Ecuador? Our guide to visiting Cotopaxi National Park with kids covers hikes, wild horses, and high-altitude adventures that will inspire your next trip to the Andes. I was hiking in Peru recently, scouting a remote trail as one of a handful of outsiders welcomed to test out a new …
Explore family travel to Otavalo, Ecuador! Immerse yourselves in lively indigenous markets, discover traditional music, find peace at Peguche Waterfall, and unwind at historic haciendas. Start planning your family’s memorable Andean journey! I’ll be honest, I didn’t know much about Otavalo, Ecuador, before my family made the drive north from Quito to the Imbabura province. …
Explore Quito in 2 days with our family-friendly itinerary! Uncover top attractions, local food, and safe ways to experience this exciting city, your perfect starting point for Ecuador & the Galapagos. When Christina and I were planning our first visit to Ecuador, there were a lot of whispers about safety. Notions and comments from across …
Discover the best family-friendly destinations in Ecuador. From Galapagos wildlife cruises and Amazon rainforest adventures to Andean hikes and colonial city charm, plan your unforgettable Ecuador family vacation. I’ll admit it, straight out. I wasn’t prepared for Ecuador. Sure, I packed the right clothes, I knew enough of the language to get by, and I …
Explore the Colombian capital with these incredible things to do in Bogota, Colombia: waterfalls, salt Cathedrals, and hidden treasure. Nestled in an upland basin 8,600 ft above sea level in the northern Andes Mountains, the Colombian capital of Bogota is one of the most vibrant capitals in South America. Although the size of the city …
These family-friendly hotels in Bogota, Colombia will make your visit unforgettable. Our guide for where to stay in Bogota will help you choose the perfect getaway. Nestled in the mountains of Colombia, the country’s capital of Bogota, Colombia is one of the most exciting cities in South America. It’s a city ripe with history, culture, …
The Atacama Desert is one of the driest and inhospitable places on earth. But with stunning landscapes and these amazing things to do in San Pedro de Atacama and the Atacama Desert, a journey here is an experience that you won’t soon forget. The small town of San Pedro de Atacama in the Antofagasta Region …
Punta Tombo, Argentina is home to the Magellanic Penguin Rookery where visitors can stroll among the largest penguin colony outside of Antarctica. Each year, the rocky shores of Punta Tombo, Argentina in the wilds of Patagonia welcome a magnificent site. More than a million Magellanic penguins waddle up from the Atlantic Ocean to build their …