Audley Traveler blog

Rafting on the Pacuare River in Costa Rica

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Some friends told me that they visited Costa Rica and part of the tour took them down river, rafting, to a lodge that was only accessible by boat. This sounds brilliant and I wondered if you do this as part of an itinerary and what sort of price it would be?
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Wildlife trip to Mexico

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We've got some flights booked with air miles for Mexico landing March 20th. We are really interested in wildlife and would like to go to Baja (La Paz, Loreto, Magdelena, San Ignacio) and do some whale watching. Is this too late in the whale watching season or would it still be a great experience?
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Latin America: A Year in the Life

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When are the best times of year to visit certain countries in South America? Our South America team have put together a summary of monthly highlights for countries throughout this fascinating continent
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Latino Lowdown

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Stretching from Mexico's border with the United States, across the Caribbean, down to the southernmost tip of Chile and on, for our purposes at least, into Antarctica, Latin America is a staggeringly diverse region covering an enormous geographical area
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Mexico Unlocked

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In Mexico, the past features very conspicuously in the present. Remnants of the sophisticated ancient civilizations that shaped the country litter its lush green fields; imposing colonial palaces and cathedrals adorn its cities and a rich tapestry of deeply-rooted beliefs are evident in its colorful festivals and traditions.
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Low Season, High Return

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Audley's Costa Rica specialist Oonagh Mallinder explains why traveling to Costa Rica during the ‘green season’ can be a very rewarding experience.
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Costa Rica

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In 2009 Costa Rica topped the Happy Planet Index, reporting the highest life satisfaction in the world, and, once you’ve visited this beautiful and diverse land, it’s easy to understand why.
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10 Volcanoes Worth Seeing

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Volcanoes can be surprisingly accessible, some even offering the possibility of reaching the crater rim and looking inside to the tumult below. Others are less so, but all are in locations which normally offer sublime views. We showcase 10 of the best and which you could see as part of an individual tailor-made itinerary.
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10 Eerie Places to Visit Around the World

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With the arrival of Halloween our thoughts have turned to some of the more unusual experiences available on a tailor-made trip with Audley. Wander around a cemetery at dusk, listen to the eerie tales of malevolent spirits on a tour of a disused penitentiary, or follow in the footsteps of soldiers past at some of the world's most important battlefields.
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Indigenous Cultures you Should Visit

Taking time away from the hustle and bustle of the usual tourist spots to spend time with a local community in their own surroundings can be both unique and humbling experience but also utterly fascinating. We highlight some indigenous cultures from around the globe you can visit on an Audley trip.
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