Sally again!!

Backpacker budget blown sky high!!

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September 5th 2009
Despite the title our Galapagos trip was worth every dollar. We forgot we were backpackers for eight days of heaven on our luxury catamaran (Queen of Galapagos), taking in all the sights, sounds and experiences. What an amazing place…it really is like being in a different world. Our whole trip was brilliant from start to finish …fantastic crew, guide and group, stunning beaches, wildlife p ... read more

South America » Ecuador » Galápagos

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The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... ... read more