The Galapagos archipelago is one of the most extraordinary places to see wildlife – and increasingly, one of the most popular. Sarah Marshall swims against the tide of overtourism, and aboard an Ecoventura expedition yacht discovers a way to experience the islands more responsibly, without the crowds - with our Virtuoso partners at Abercrombie & Kent.
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French Polynesia’s 118 islands and atolls captivate with crystal-clear lagoons and lush landscapes, including Bora Bora, Moorea, and Tahiti—each honored as the very best in the South Pacific in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Shown here: Bora Bora.
Set adrift in the azure embrace of the Pacific Ocean, where time slows and the horizon shimmers with a kaleidoscope of blues, French Polynesia beckons with the promise of pure enchantment. Imagine then, the dreamy idea of exploring this legendary paradise in the lap of blissful, carefree luxury—exploring the South Pacific’s best islands with the world’s best small cruise line.
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Everyone who loves Greek cuisine, from its more than 30 Michelin starred restaurants to farm-to-table cooking, is aware of how delicious it is. Did you know, though, that it’s one of the most healthy cuisines in the world?
As you cruise along Greece’s islands and mainland, the common touch in its culinary offerings is how local and fresh ingredients are. Core to dishes are herbs like thyme, rosemary, oregano and lavender and vegetables such as olives, tomatoes, and aubergine. And Greece’s wine industry, which these days goes way beyond the retsina it’s long been known for, produces wonderful varietals like Agiorgitiko, a lush red and Assyrtiko, a bone-dry white with a touch of citrus. Its regionally produced roses are crisp and delicious.
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Antarctica, the remote and icy continent, is a land of extraordinary wildlife and stunning landscapes. It’s the coldest, driest, and windiest place on the planet, yet it’s also the stage for one of nature’s most charming spectacles – the penguin highway.
These are not man-made roads but rather trails carved by the persistent march of penguins between their nesting grounds and the ocean. Learn more about penguin highways from our preferred partners at Aurora Expeditions.
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The region’s best gardens showcase the incredible beauty of nature and reflect the rich cultural and historical tapestries of their respective countries. Here are five of the most serene sanctuaries around Asia to plan your journey around from our preferred partners at Remote Lands.
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