We recommend traveling to the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu any time from March through December. The most popular months to travel for both destinations is April and May, and trips sell out very far in advance. June, July, & August are the second most popular time to visit both. March, September, October, November, and December […]
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Jan
Jan
Learn tips on how to pack to save space. Get ideas on what kinds of clothes to pack to how to re-useable travel containers.
Adventure Travel, Costa Rica, Costa Rica Travel, Sustainable Travel
President of Costa Rica Named One of Time Magazine’s “100 Rising Stars That Will Change the World”
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Nov
Nov
Costa Rica has been leading the way for sustainable tourism for decades, starting with the formation of reserves and parks in the 1960s and 70s. They are now leading the world in their policies to address climate change. “Since becoming President in 2018, President Alvarado has established a bold path for Costa Rica, setting targets […]
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Oct
Oct
Galapagos Multisports are island hopping, land based trips that explore the iconic Galapagos wildlife in fun, active ways: sea kayaking, hiking, biking, snorkeling, maybe even stand up paddle boarding. In the last 10 years the popularity of this style of travel grew bigger than a Galapagos tortoise. We’ve seen a number of operators in the […]
Adventure Travel
How to Pack for a Multisport Adventure: Tips from Detour Traveler & Owner of Trailblazer Wellness Becki Rupp
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Sep
Sep
If you’re the type who usually packs for a trip the night before you leave, it’s time to change that habit, at least for a multi-sport adventure trip. The sooner you start pulling together the items for your trip, the better it’ll will go when you get there! Be sure to review the packing list […]
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Sep
Sep
Here is what I wrote this weekend about Friday’s climate strike in Bozeman, including the text of my speech for the rally: Thanks for Joining the Global Climate Strike in Bozeman! Friday morning, as a cold rain started to fall in Bozeman, so too fell the hopes of those of us who had worked for […]
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Sep
Sep
Adventure travel is definitely for those that enjoy more active ways of traveling and exploring, but you don’t need to be popping wheelies to enjoy a bike ride through pastoral Peru. Active trips, often referred to in the travel world as adventure travel, are equally for travelers that want to immerse and engage in the […]
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Sep
Sep
Future Detour traveler, Becki Rupp, is planning a Galapagos Multisport Adventure trip coming up this fall. As a health coach and owner of Trailblazer Wellness, she spends her day helping clients gain more strength and stamina so that they can enjoy the experiences they’ve been dreaming of – whether that’s a dream trip, volunteering or […]
To be clear Detour is not a certified BCorp member. . . yet. We are working through the requirements in order to become one. BCorp certification is thorough and a badge of commitment to the “highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose.” As a […]
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Mar
Mar
Dreaming About a Trip to Latin America? Follow These Tips To Get Your Dream Trip in 2019 INSIDER’S TIPS: HOW TO EXPERIENCE UNFORGETTABLE WILDLIFE IN THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Want to get up close and personal with some of the world’s most unique endemic species, from the only wild penguins living north of the equator to […]
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Nov
Nov
The First Step To Addressing Climate Change is to Have Conversations About Climate Change, No Matter How Uncomfortable Hey travelers, it’s finally time we have that uncomfortable talk. Yes, the one about… climate change. If you saw news of October 2018’s IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) report you know that the situation is dire and […]
Adventure Travel, Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Trekking in Peru
2019 Inca Trail Permits on Sale Now!
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Oct
Oct
Want to trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2019? Of course you do – who doesn’t? 2019 Inca Trail permits went on sale at the beginning of October and will sell out quickly so act fast to book your trip so you can travel on your preferred travel dates.
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Argentina Travel, Belize Travel, Chile Travel, Colombia Travel, Costa Rica Travel, Detour's News, Ecuador Travel, Family Travel, Galapagos Cruise, Galapagos Travel, Patagonia Travel, Peru Travel, Testimonials, Travel Tips
Travelers Against Plastic
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Sep
Sep
Detour is a member of Travelers Against Plastic, (TAP, https://www.travelersagainstplastic.org). Single use plastic is a problem everywhere in the world, but it is an especially large problem in major tourism destinations in developing countries, where waste disposal is limited and recycling is virtually nonexistent. We strongly discourage the use of disposable water bottles, even if offered […]
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Aug
Aug
Planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands can lead you into a spiraling black hole of personal excel sheets and YouTube videos. Each island in the enchanted archipelago is different and most travelers do not have the means nor the time to visit every possible visitor site. Nor would that make sense. You can gain […]
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Jul
Jul
This country is UNREAL. The mountains, the desert, the food, the people, all are amazing. Here are just a few reasons you should go and experience Chile, according to yours truly.
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Galapagos Travel
Top 3 Reasons to do a Galapagos Multisport Adventure
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Jul
Jul
A Galapagos Multisport trip is a land-based, island-hopping tour that explores the wildlife and geology of the islands by human-powered means while overnighting in hotels along the way. This means hiking in the highlands, sea kayaking and snorkeling the shorelines, biking to visitor sites, and then retreating to the comfort of a hotel room (vs. […]
Adventure Travel, Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Travel Tips, Trekking in Peru
Love Your Feet – Bring the Right Trekking Boots to Peru!
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Jul
Jul
Nothing is more important than making sure your feet are happy for the trek of a lifetime! Here are our recommendations for what boots to take on your trek in Peru:
Active Galapagos, Ecuador Travel, Galapagos Cruise, Galapagos Travel
Sierra Negra Volcano Eruption – June 2018
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Jun
Jun
The Galapagos Islands are hailed for endemic wildlife seemingly unaware and uninterested in us humans looking on. Equally as fascinating and quintessential to any Galapagos trip is learning about the geology and the island’s creation. Let’s rephrase that. Ongoing creation. Right now the islands are alive! With volcano activity on both Fernandina (La Cumbre […]
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Ecuador Travel, Galapagos Travel, Travel Tips
Best Snorkeling Spots in the Galápagos Islands
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Apr
Apr
Awesome snorkeling is enjoyed throughout the Galápagos Islands but these snorkeling spots will blow your fins off!
Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Trekking in Peru
When is the Best Time of Year to Trek the Inca Trail
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Nov
Nov
Peru has two distinct seasons. The dry season starts in mid April and ends mid November. Rainy season takes full hold in mid December to mid March. For obvious reasons, the dry season or the shoulder seasons is the ideal time of year for trekking the Inca Trail. December to April: The rainy season starts in […]
Adventure Travel, Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Travel Tips, Trekking in Peru
Preparing for a high-altitude adventure in Peru
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Nov
Nov
Without a doubt, trekking in the Peruvian Andes will allow you to see some of the most stunning beautiful landscapes in the world, bring you to remote villages with entirely unique cultures…and leave you, literally, breathless. All this beauty surrounding you is roughly somewhere between 9,000 and 16,000ft. above sea level; and chances are you […]
Adventure Travel, Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Trekking in Peru
Trip Logistics: Tips for Planning a Trek on the Inca Trail
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Oct
Oct
There comes a point in all trip plans where the daydreams of someday come down from the clouds and start asking, “How Do I Get There?” For many people that starts with flights. In this case, not so fast! The Inca Trail requires a little more leg work. In this post we’ll discuss Inca Trail […]
Adventure Travel, Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Travel Tips, Trekking in Peru
2018 Inca Trail Permits On Sale Now!
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Oct
Oct
Have you been dreaming about hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu? If you want to go in 2018 (and you should!), then you need to act fast! Inca Trail permits for 2018 are on sale as of mid October, 2018! This is by far the earliest permits have gone on sale for the upcoming season […]
Adventure Travel, Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu Travel, Peru Travel, Trekking in Peru
Get to Know Your Peru Outfitter – Amazonas Explorer
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Oct
Oct
Detour was founded to showcase in-country tour operators that are working to make a difference in the world. Or, at least, a difference in their part of the world. All providers we partner with are locally owned and operated. That means most of your travel dollars and euros go to the country you are traveling […]
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Ecuador Travel, Galapagos Cruise, Galapagos Travel, Travel Tips
How Much Should I Budget For A Trip To The Galapagos?
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May
May
The Galapagos is a trip of a lifetime, but you want to make sure that you have the right budget for the type of trip you want to do. How much should you budget for a Naturalist Cruise? Luxury Class boats are very high end. They have spacious cabins with larger king or queen beds, […]
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Galapagos Cruise, Galapagos Travel, Travel Tips
How Far In Advance Should I Book My Trip To The Galapagos?
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May
May
This depends on a few factors: when you want to travel, how flexible your dates are, how big your group is, and how picky you are about your itinerary & accommodations. When do you want to travel? The busiest times in the Galapagos are around Christmas and New Years, followed by Easter and Spring Breaks, […]
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Ecuador Travel, Galapagos Cruise, Galapagos Travel, Travel Tips
When Is The Best Time To Go To The Galapagos Islands?
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May
May
There is never a bad time to visit the Galapagos! The weather varies little at the equator and most of the wildlife does not migrate. The “High Season” and “Low Season” in the Galapagos mostly corresponds with holidays. The Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter Holiday are the busiest times in the Galapagos, and it can be […]
Active Galapagos, Adventure Travel, Galapagos Cruise, Galapagos Travel, Travel Tips
How Long Should I Go to the Galapagos Islands For?
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May
May
Because it takes time and money to get to the Galapagos Islands and the first and last days of your trip are mostly travel days, we recommend that you spend at least 5 days in the Galapagos. The vast majority of travelers go to the Galapagos for 7 or 8 days. The more days you […]