Conservation
What Is Regenerative Travel?
Discover what regenerative travel means and how Metropolitan Touring applies it across the Galápagos and Ecuador.
Jose Ayerve
July 29, 2026
10:40 am
Discover what regenerative travel means and how Metropolitan Touring applies it across the Galápagos and Ecuador.
Discover the ideal months to explore the rainforest. From the low water season for hiking to the high water season for boat navigation, learn everything about the best time to visit the Peruvian Amazon for wildlife spotting and adventure.
The Amazon Rainforest spans over 2.1 million square miles (5.5
Trying to figure out the best way to enjoy a maritime destination is not as easy as it sounds. There are a lot of factors to consider, including whether you want to stay aboard a ship the whole time as you sail around to different points of interest, or whether you prefer to get off at each visitor site and explore the wildlife and terrain on foot or via different activities. Perhaps you’d like a combination of these options?
Paracas, Peru, including the principal city of Pisco, is essentially a gateway for travel to the Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands along the southern coast of Peru. It is also known for its vineyards, where the grapes are used to prepare pisco, (a type of grape brandy and principal ingredient in the increasingly popular “pisco sour”).
When we hear “Carnaval” or “Carnival”, the first place that comes to mind is undoubtedly Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. However, did you know that the second largest celebration in South America of this festive stretch of four days leading up to the holy day of Ash Wednesday is the fantastic Carnaval de Barranquilla in Colombia?
Curious about how river cruise costs vary by destination? Discover our comprehensive guide comparing river cruise expenses across routes.
Set sail prepared with our comprehensive River Cruise Packing List. Discover must-have items and expert tips to enhance your cruising experience.
Find out all the benefits of ecotourism in the Galapagos Islands. Learn about the National Park Authority’s sustainable development efforts.
Home to many endemic species, most of Galapagos wildlife stay on the island throughout the year, with only one exception.
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