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Annika is a freelance writer and editor specializing in travel, environment, and international development. She has traveled independently in many countries and also leads group trips throughout the world, primarily for alumni and museum travel programs.

A dual citizen of the U.S. and Sweden, Annika grew up speaking both English and Swedish. She is also fluent in Spanish and holds degrees in environmental studies and Latin American studies. She loves to return to and write about Scandinavia and Latin America as often as possible.

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

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 · 1 comment

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 2016 Summer 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

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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

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

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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

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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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