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Galápagos Islands

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The Galapagos Islands - A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience, An Incredible Destination

by Javelina Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 100, Dec 17 '05
Pros: Amazing wildlife, beautiful scenery, interesting natural/geologic history, very unique
Cons: Expensive to visit
I have wanted to go to the Galapagos Islands for as long as I can remember. We were looking for a destination for our one-year wedding anniversary. The timing was just right when I got a brochure in the mail – the Mayan Riviera in Mexico, where we ...
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The Galapagos Islands - Evolution's Laboratory, And Boobies Galore!

by whalewatcher Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Mar 27 '03
Pros: Up close and personal experiences with the animals, cruising on the Galapagos Explorer, knowledgeable naturalists!
Cons: None!
To say that our recent trip (March 2003) to the Galapagos Islands exceeded our expectations, is an understatement. Our 3 week long South American adventure included many unforgettable experiences, both in Peru and on the mainland of Ecuador, but the...
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My Guide to the Galapagos Islands

by jo.com Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 10, Nov 11 '01
Pros: You will see things you can't see anywhere else.
Cons: Expensive to get there; not for everyone
When I wrote a review on A Traveler’s Guide to the Galapagos Islands I promised I would write a review of our itinerary and that is what I am doing. Just a brief summary first. The Galapagos Islands are a group of 15 islands off the coast...
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Galapagos - A bit of heaven on earth

by jfudge , Mar 18 '03
Pros: About as close to nature as one can get.
Cons: Heat and humidity
Our journey to the Galapagos started on March 7, 2003 from Quito. We stayed at the Swisshotel that was very comfortable . The steak house at the hotel is quite good with bottles of wine available for $18 - $24. Since we were only in Quito for one full...
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Explorer II Balcony Room

by obsoperator , Feb 25 '08
Pros: Wildlife, luxury ship, tropical weather
Cons: Expensive, possible seasickness, possible mosquitoes
Because I found the Epinions review helpful in planning our January, 2008 trip, I wanted to update this topic. We were in a small (20) group set up by General Tours, a big U.S. tour supplier. Their local contractor in Ecuador, Canodros did a very good ...
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Heaven for the diving and nature enthusiast

by gschen , Dec 18 '00
Pros: amazing wildlife, personalized service, once-in-a-lifetime experience
Cons: expensive, rough sea conditions in August
I have to say, my week spent in the Galapagos Islands this summer was one of the most incredible vacations of my life! I had read and heard about the abundance of natural wildlife on the islands, but nothing prepared me for the shock of coming face to...
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The Galapagos Islands Offer Rarity, Diversity In Fauna & Flora

by charles Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 100, Mar 18 '01
Pros: Rich, living environments for rare birds and animals
Cons: Potential oil spills from nearby countries
Pack light or just take casual clothing for the trip to the Galapagos Islands. You will be among the last refuge of some rare marine animals and birds such as sea lions, penguins, sea turtles, lava herons and night herons. You will be walking on vast...
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Galapagos Travel

by timlynn , Dec 19 '99
Pros: longer cruise, excellent guides, more activities
Cons: not a relaxing vacation, up each day very early if you are going ashore
If you want to see the most flora and fauna and maximize your time in the Galapagos Islands, travel with Galapagos Travel, 1-800-969-9014, galapagostravel@compuserv.com.

Boats are limited to 16 passengers and sail for 11 or 14 days--not 3, 5...
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Galapagos Islands Cruise

by stuartmelvin , Dec 08 '00
Pros: close-up wildlife, fantastic photo opportunities
Cons: expensive
The Galapagos Islands are a truly amazing collection of volcanic islands that lie 600 miles due west of Ecuador in South America. The islands straddle the equator and play host to a unique and spectacular collection of wildlife. Most animals and birds...
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An incredible journey

by iehrlich , Jul 16 '03
Pros: An incredible journey from beginning to end.
Cons: The flight from Miami. We had a bad start.
We have just returned from the best trip I have ever taken. My husband and I took our 3 children(age ...
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Galapagos adventure

by h1747w , Dec 27 '02
Pros: it will restore your sense of wonder and amazement in nature
Cons: a long journey, but worth the effort
I have dreamed about visiting the Galapagos since I was a child and saw a television special on the giant tortoises and strange marine iguanas. My curiosity was further piqued as a college student learning about geology and evolution. Now I am 53 and...
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Darwins Destiny

by TheSmartTraveler Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Jan 12 '00
Pros: Extraordinary Flora and Fauna, Natural Beauty
Cons: Somewhat Rough Terrain
We landed at the Aeropuerto Isla Baltra Galapagos where all tourists must line up and pay a Galapagos National Park fee of $80.00. We took a larger vessel the M/N Ambasador I which was half empty. The food was very good, and the naturalists on board...
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Tricks to the Galapagos

by chenmyu , Sep 05 '00
Pros: Life changing experience
Cons: Expensive!
The Galapagos is a wonderful place. The trick is to do it right. Here are the things to consider: 1) Do you get seasick often? 2) Do you hate big groups? 3) Do you value personal attention over price? 4)Do you like snorkeling/scuba diving. Let's...
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Natural History Boring? NOT.

by jademountain , May 19 '00
Pros: amazing wildlife
Cons: Ecuadorian airlines
Traveling to the Galapagos Islands with Galapagos Travel (you should be able to find their listing in the back of Outside Magazine) gives the adventure traveler an education in themselves. My expectation was that I would enjoy the outdoors, the...
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galapagos

by charly2000 , Mar 30 '00
Pros: weather
Cons: price
- Travel arrangements: Made four months in advance. We should have started another four months before that. We made them through Forum Travel International in (San Diego I think) They were good but we did have some travel problems in mid trip that they...
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Galapagos Aggressor - Diving Experience

by jansenm , Mar 06 '00
Pros: Lots of sharks, friendly professional service
Cons: Lousy equipment, poor visibility
The Galapagos Aggressor is usually described as the premier diving group in the Galapagos. The diving in the Galapagos was quite good, but not the best ever. I found diving in the Outer Reef in Australia to be more colorful with more fish and better...
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Animal, plants, Sea and Relax

by meche80 , Feb 21 '03
Pros: Different and Ecologic
Cons: The country is very poor
It is like visiting paradise, it’s very precious and interesting to see the different animal species and plants that exist in this groups of islands, which receives to year thousands of tourists, who every day speak of the wonderful thing which it...
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The only remaining paradise

by bertaaf , Sep 06 '00
Pros: awesome place to be
Cons: expensive, hard to get to
The Galapagos Islands, located about 600 miles off of Ecuador are about the only islands in the world that carry such endangered and endemic species. Almost all the species that live on these islands either swam, flew or were blown here.
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The Galapagos Paradise

by catalan2000 , Aug 27 '00
Pros: GODS creation beautiful islands
Cons: tour guides
What a wonderful trip this was.From the moment we arrive to the Galapagos airport is was a wonderful experience; the climate was excellent and the locals are friendly people.
We begin our adventure by taking the 7 day cruise (quite expensive);the...
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Galapagos Adventure Travel via Galapagos Inc.
by exotictraveler ,Nov 17 '09
Pros: Galapagos Inc. took care of all the fuss while I enjoyed the exotic islands!
Cons: I honestly couldn't have asked for a smoother vacation because of Galapgos Inc!
I've been a few places around the world but the Galapagos tops them all!  I booked my adventure travel through Galapagos Inc. and the rest was worry free!  They had great customer service, reasonable prices, and experienced yet fun adventure guides!  If you're in need of a refreshingly new and inspiring vacation destination check out Galapagos Inc. for the perfect get away!
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