Photo Essay Travel Posts Archive

Photo Essay: The Weekly Guamote Market in Ecuador

There are no tchotchkes at the Guamote market in Ecuador where the needs of the locals--from hats to guinea pigs--are sold and the bargaining is serious.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2020-05-01T14:05:52-04:00October 2, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Local Markets, Photo Essays ||

Photo Essay: Riding the Devil’s Nose Train in Ecuador

The Devil's Nose in Ecuador is one of the most complicated sections of rail line ever built and today it's an epic train travel adventure.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2021-05-05T16:41:08-04:00August 20, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Train Travel, Photo Essays ||

Photo Essay: Independence Day Festival in Saraguro, Ecuador

The traditional clothing, culture, and pride of residents are on full display during the Independence Day festival in Saraguro, Ecuador.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2021-05-06T13:00:58-04:00August 8, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Photo Essays, Festivals & Celebrations, Cultural Travel ||

Photo Essay: La Diablada Devil Dance Festival in Píllaro, Ecuador

Experience the annual La Diablada Devil Dance Festival in Píllaro, Ecuador where thousands welcome the New Year in elaborate costumes.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2021-05-06T13:02:48-04:00July 29, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Photo Essays, Festivals & Celebrations ||

Photo Essay: Behind the Scenes at Carnaval de Oruro in Bolivia

Carnival in Oruro, Bolivia is a spectacle that requires plenty of behind-the-scenes help from costume makers, makeup artists and more.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2021-05-06T13:05:08-04:00March 11, 2019 || Posted in: Bolivia - Photo Essays, Festivals & Celebrations, Cultural Travel ||

Photo Essay: 100 Years of Grandness in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Celebrate the 100th birthday of Grand Canyon National Park with our very best shots plus travel tips to help you go see it all too.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2020-05-01T14:13:41-04:00February 26, 2019 || Posted in: United States - UNESCO Sites, Photo Essays, US National Parks, National Parks ||

Photo Essay: Big Dreams and Tiny Treasures at the Alasitas Market in La Paz, Bolivia

Inside the annual Alasitas Market in La Paz, Bolivia where Andean traditions are celebrated and big dreams come in small packages.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2021-03-22T15:15:26-03:00February 1, 2019 || Posted in: Bolivia - UNESCO Sites, Local Markets, Photo Essays, Cultural Travel ||

Photo Essay: Traditional Andean Textile Weaving in the Cuzco Region of Peru

Warning: after looking at this photo essay about traditional weavers and textiles in the Cuzco region of Peru you may be hooked on this beautiful craft.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2020-06-03T12:35:58-04:00December 13, 2018 || Posted in: Peru - Photo Essays, Cultural Travel ||