Travelers Against Plastic

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 […]

Review of the Galapagos Islands Multisport Adventure: Family with 3 Teens

Galapagos Boobie

Wondering if the Galapagos Islands Multisport Adventure trip is right for your family?  Our most recent review of the trip is a great description of the experience and evaluation of the tour.  This family of five traveled with their three teenage kids (ages 12, 14, and 16) in April 2014.  They booked a privately guided […]

Traveler Testimonial: Trip of a Lifetime

Trip: Galapagos Islands on the Eden We went aboard the Eden with very average expectations and were overly impressed in every area, especially the guide, Reuben Montalvo and the crew. Helpful, careful, knowledgeable, cheerful, fun and always sensitive, inclusive and caring.  As good as good could be. We loved it all and were sad to […]

Traveler Testimonial: Galapagos Gallavant

Trip: Galapagos Islands Multisport Adventure This trip kept two very energetic people pretty darn busy!  The snorkeling was so amazing.  The animals did not spook easily. We played with a sea lion pup for 1.5 hours and could have stayed ALL day.  We were the only people in the popular snorkeling area at the time […]