During mating season on North Seymour Island in the Galapagos, male Frigate Birds fill a red pouch under their neck with air and fly around to impress the female Frigates. What do you think ladies? Are these guys hot, or not?
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October 2011
I’ve been reflecting a lot lately on how my style and approach to travel has evolved and matured since my first backpacking trip to Europe in 1998. Last month I turned 35 while traveling here in Ecuador, and I think the decisions I make are a reflection of my age. Don’t get me wrong, I [...]
Go to these lesser known museums in London if you want to get off the beaten track!
During our second visit to Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos, we had the chance to see Giant Land Tortoises in the wild on Rancho Primicias. These guys can weigh over 800 pounds each, and live over 100 years. It was estimated that there were once 250,000 on the islands, but due to hunting by man, [...]