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Take a trip to Patagonia and benefit a campaign to fight a destructive dam project

Want to visit Patagonia and help preserve the pristine nature and unique character of the region at the same time? If so, here's an opportunity...
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The Olympics are going to Brazil and so should you: Some places to visit in Rio and beyond

When Rio de Janeiro was awarded the 2016Summer Olympics yesterday, it was a victory for all of South America, which has never hosted the Games....
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In Darwin's footsteps: Cruising the Strait of Magellan, the Beagle Channel, and Cape Horn

This year marks not only the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin (celebrated in February) but also the 150th anniversary of the...
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A shared treasure: Iguazu Falls in Argentina and Brazil

There are few waterfalls as majestic as Iguazu - or Iguaçu, if you prefer the Portuguese spelling - Falls along the border of Argentina and...
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New study shows mosquitos transported by airplanes and tour boats pose threat to Galapagos wildlife

A new study by British and Ecuadorian scientists suggests that tourism may be contributing a new sort of invasive species to the fragile...
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The jewel of Patagonia: Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chile

The Spanish word “torre” means “tower,” an apt name for the trio of soaring granite pinnacles that form the centerpiece of...
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The cloud forests of Mindo, Ecuador: Sustainable lodging, great hiking, and world-class birdwatching

For nature lovers, there can be few places more magical than the cloud forests that cover the steep slopes of Ecuador's Andes mountains. Located at...
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Travel responsibly with Crooked Trails

Eco-travel, sustainable tourism, responsible travel. There’s a lot of talk these days about what constitutes “good” tourism, but...
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In Darwin's footsteps: What to expect when visiting the Galapagos Islands

Note: Reposted from Thursday, February 12, due to technical difficulties with the original story. Apologies to any readers who got an error message...
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Demi Lovato travels South America; ‘3 Countries in one day’

Demi Lovato might be working, but it sounds like her trip to South America has some serious vacation perks. The entertainer has been pretty quiet...
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