Galápagos is the rare wildlife destination that delivers on its promise. The animals have no fear of humans. The landscapes are alien. The trips are well-run because the Ecuadorian government regulates them tightly. The question for travelers over 60 isn’t whether to go. It’s how to go: small-ship expedition or land-based with day trips. The … Read more
Antarctica is the trip you save for. The cost ($10,000 to $25,000+ per person) makes it the most expensive trip most travelers will ever book, and the experience justifies it in a way that is hard to explain until you have been there. It is the closest thing to another planet that most travelers will … Read more
The Galápagos delivers on its reputation. The animals have no fear of humans, which means a sea lion pup will nap next to your shoe on the dock and a blue-footed booby will pose at eye level while you take photos. The landscapes are volcanic and strange. The water is clear enough that you can … Read more
Small-ship cruising is a different category from ocean or river cruising. The ships hold 100 to 200 passengers. The itineraries are expedition-grade: Galápagos, Antarctica, the Norwegian fjords, Svalbard, the Northwest Passage, the Kimberley coast, the Russian Far East. The daily activity is the trip, not the ship. This is the premium end of experiential travel … Read more