Islands Travel Posts Archive - Trans-Americas Journey

Travel blog posts with detailed information about visiting islands in North, Central, and South America including the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, Providencia Island in Colombia, and much more.

Poor Man’s Galapagos – Islas Ballestas, Peru

Tour Islas Ballestas in Peru to see the birds, sea lions, and other marine life that make some people call this area a poor man's Galapagos.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2022-01-12T17:04:13-03:00January 4, 2022 || Posted in: Peru - Boat Travel, Islands, Wildlife ||

Our Complete Galapagos Islands Travel Guide

Our Galapagos Islands Travel Guide includes top destination reports, photo tips, and facts you need to plan your own Galapagos adventure.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-05-14T09:56:38-04:00January 6, 2021 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Boat Travel, Islands, National Parks, Natural Wonders, UNESCO Sites, Wildlife ||

5 Top Galapagos Travel Questions Answered

We answer the top 5 Galapagos travel questions, based on six weeks of reporting in the archipelago, so you can plan your own dream trip.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-02-19T14:49:59-03:00January 5, 2021 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Boat Travel, Islands, National Parks, Natural Wonders, Our Favorite Posts, UNESCO Sites, Wildlife ||

7 Unexpected Things to Pack for Your Galapagos Islands Trip

7 unexpected things you should pack for the Galapagos Islands to help you make the most of this trip of a lifetime in Ecuador.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-01-06T09:01:56-03:00December 22, 2020 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Islands, National Parks, UNESCO Sites ||

How to Take the Best Photos in the Galapagos Islands

How to take the best photos in the Galapagos Islands including best cameras, best lenses, best accessories, best techniques, and much more.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2022-01-25T09:52:09-03:00December 9, 2020 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Islands, National Parks, Natural Wonders, UNESCO Sites, Wildlife ||

Highlights of Visiting Floreana Island – Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Travel highlights from Floreana Island in the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador including pink flamingos, green sand, unsolved mysteries, and more.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-02-19T17:13:37-03:00November 23, 2020 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Boat Travel, Islands, National Parks, Natural Wonders, UNESCO Sites, Water Sports, Wildlife ||

Highlights of Visiting Santiago Island – Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Highlights of visiting Santiago Islands in the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador including Bartolomé, Rábida, James Bay, and Sombrero Chino.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-05-14T09:55:51-04:00November 17, 2020 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Boat Travel, Islands, National Parks, Natural Wonders, UNESCO Sites, Water Sports, Wildlife ||

Highlights of Visiting Isabela Island – Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Highlights from Isabela Island in the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador including tortoises on the trail and spectacular snorkeling.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-02-19T17:15:19-03:00November 11, 2020 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Boat Travel, Islands, National Parks, Natural Wonders, UNESCO Sites, Water Sports, Wildlife ||

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