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The Biggest Bubble Blowers in the Sea
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Not all humpback whales are alike. The humpback whales of Alaska have developed an ingenious way to catch herring: they use nets made of bubbles in a unique cooperative strategy. As few as 100 whales have learned how to bubble-net, cooperatively, and Southeast Alaska is the only place on earth where they do it.*
A Conversation with VP Marika Roberson
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Listen now: a chat between INCA Vice President, Marika Roberson, and Rick Saez of the Outdoor Biz podcast on INCA’s history, early travel in Peru & Galapagos, and family in business.
Among the Volcanoes at Hacienda Zuleta
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Nestled in the picturesque highlands of Ecuador, amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Andean volcanoes, lies Hacienda Zuleta—a sanctuary of community, restoration, and exploration. This reflection captures the essence of days spent within the embrace of these majestic peaks, offering a glimpse into the journey that awaits visitors at this unique lodge.
Updated Ecuador and Galapagos Entry Requirements
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As of February 11th, 2022, Ecuador has relaxed entry requirements for Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
Updated Ecuador and Galapagos Entry Requirements
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As of December 1, 2021, Ecuador has implemented new entry requirements for Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
Updated Galapagos Entry Requirements
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Galapagos has effectively reached 100% vaccination status. In order to protect the remarkable gains made in the islands, the government has tightened entry requirements to protect against spread of COVID variants.
Galapagos Islands: Open for Travel & Leading Safety Standards
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While many destinations remain off limits to travelers right now, the awe-inspiring Galapagos Islands are open to visitors and setting a high bar for COVID safety. That bar is about to go up a notch: new entry requirements go into effect at the end of August.
Happy Birthday Charles Darwin
Today would have been Charles Darwin’s 212th birthday. Perhaps no scientist has changed how we think about the natural world more than Darwin with the publication of his 1859 seminal work: On the Origins of Species.
Join Galapagos Conservation Trust for the first ever Galapagos Day Webinar
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On behalf of our friends at Galapagos Conservation Trust, we cordially invite you to the first ever Galapagos Day Webinar, Thursday, October 22nd.
INCA introduces Exclusive Use for Galapagos
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Now you have an option to travel safely and securely within your own social bubble. Subject to availability, parties between four and ten guests may book an INTEGRITY Galapagos cruise and pay a supplement to ensure a private departure for just your party.
Pondering tourism from Turkey, by Kazim Uzunoglu
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Today is June 9, 2020. As I am writing these lines, I was supposed to be riding my motorcycle, leading a group of American motorcyclists on a two-week motorcycle tour starting in Venice and ending in Istanbul. Instead of being on the road, I am here in Istanbul, sitting in my office at home.
Greetings from Galapagos - an update from Greg Estes
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Greetings from Galapagos, where I am writing this from my house in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. My wife and I have been spending the past 7 weeks enjoying our house and the quiet. To pass the time and alleviate anxiety we garden, bird-watch (our house overlooks a lagoon and we walk by the beach on our way to town), talk to our children in Canada by skype, do jigsaw puzzles, watch movies, read and ….repeat.
At home, but not bored
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My personal experience with what is going on outside my gates is limited as all trips out must be essential. Because of earthquakes and eruptions, my Quito pantry is stocked with 3 weeks of food at all times. I even found about a dozen N95 masks around my house and a couple of boxes of vinyl gloves so I was already set.
The thrill of visiting my 7th continent
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For many like myself, travel has always been a way to connect with the world beyond our immediate surroundings; to gain a deeper understanding of our planet and the diversity of creatures that inhabit it. My own fascination with the natural world and wildlife was sparked by a month-long trip to…
Galapagos Update
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Following the closure of the Galapagos National Park and the suspension of all flights to and from the islands, We’re happy to report that all guests have safely left Galapagos. The crew is busy ensuring that INTEGRITY will be ready to welcome guests as soon as authorities deem it safe to travel.
Galapagos and COVID-19
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INCA and INTEGRITY remain committed to guest safety and security during the worldwide novel coronavirus outbreak.
New for 2019: Galapagos Edition
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We’ve been busy preparing to welcome 2019 in a big way. Our Galapagos program aboard INTEGRITY sees more inclusions and quite frankly, more Galapagos!
New internet access now complimentary for all guests aboard INTEGRITY
Fresh out of dry dock, INTEGRITY sets sail with a brand new higher speed internet system, available free of charge to all guests. Stay in touch with loved ones by email or messaging apps, browse the web, or post your best Galapagos photos for family and friends to see.