The Incredible Galápagos Islands

A unique wildlife paradise where nature thrives untouched

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Sea lions relaxing on shore in Galápagos Islands - Shutterstock

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In today’s email:

• The Incredible Galápagos Islands

• The Pink City of France

• Around the World: Swimming With Sea Lions, Giant Tortoises of Santa Cruz,

  Travelling Italy Through Its Wine Regions and a whole lot more…

• Seasonal & Special Occasions To Add To Your List

• Into Orbit: New space satellite lab ‘puts UK on the map’

• From Social Media: Annecy is a charming town in France, located along the Thiou River

• Travel Grub: ZINGY GINGER & LIME GALAPAGOS TEA

• Curious Cove: 15 Things You Should Know Before You Go to the Galapagos Islands

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The Incredible Galápagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands offer one of the most extraordinary travel experiences in the world. Visitors can explore diverse landscapes, from volcanic cliffs to pristine beaches, and encounter rare wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. Whether aboard a guided cruise or walking along protected trails, the islands provide unforgettable encounters with giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and exotic bird species. Careful planning, including understanding the seasons and park regulations, ensures a safe and responsible visit to this remarkable archipelago

Ecuador. Galapagos Islands - Shutterstock

The Pink City of France

Italy, a country synonymous with romance, history, and artistry, is equally famed for its extraordinary winemaking traditions. With over 4,000 years of viticulture, Italy is home to more than 150 officially recognized wine routes, each offering a unique glimpse into the country’s rich heritage and regional diversity. These routes traverse rolling vineyards, picturesque countryside, and charming medieval towns, making them ideal for anyone who wishes to immerse themselves in the essence of Italian culture

Pont Neuf and the Hôtel-Dieu on the river Garonne in Toulouse in autumn, Occitanie in France - Shutterstock

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Around the World

Swimming With Sea Lions

When it comes to swimming with wild animals, you’ve probably heard of paddling next to dolphins or diving with whale sharks. But what about sea lions?

Giant Tortoises of Santa Cruz

As part of Ecoventura’s team, I’ve watched countless guests fall into the same awe as these gentle giants lift their heads from beds of green. Meeting the giant tortoises of the Galapagos isn’t just a wildlife sighting

Sierra Negra Volcano

Sierra Negra Volcano is one of the most remarkable natural attractions in the Galápagos Islands, located on Isabela Island and rising to about 1,124 m above sea level as a large shield volcano with one of the largest volcanic calderas in the world

Tortuga Bay Beach

The Tortuga Bay beach in Santa Cruz island is for me the most beautiful beach that I’ve visited in the Galapagos islands

Galapagos Cruise

You'll always remember the islands that time forgot. In the Galapagos, modern explorers come eye to eye with ancient tortoises, comical birds, and other amazing beasts

Travelling Italy Through Its Wine Regions

Italy, a country synonymous with romance, history, and artistry, is equally famed for its extraordinary winemaking traditions. With over 4,000 years of viticulture, Italy is home to more than 150 officially recognized wine routes, each offering a unique glimpse into the country’s rich heritage and regional diversity. These routes traverse rolling vineyards, picturesque countryside, and charming medieval towns, making them ideal for anyone who wishes to immerse themselves in the essence of Italian culture

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Seasonal & Special Occasions To Add To Your List

Explore this list of seasonal activities not to be missed.

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Into Orbit

New space satellite lab ‘puts UK on the map’

A new laboratory that will help develop and test space satellite engines has opened in Oxfordshire. The Disruptive Experimental Electric Propulsion (DEEP) Lab, built by space technology company Magdrive, recently opened at Harwell Campus

Summer Heat Hits Southeastern Australia

Australia’s area-averaged mean temperature was 1.90 degrees Celsius (3.42 degrees Fahrenheit) above the 1961–1990 average, making it the fourth-warmest January since the start of observations in 1910, according to the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM)

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From Social Media

Annecy is a charming town in France, located along the Thiou River

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Travel Grub

Recipe

ZINGY GINGER & LIME GALAPAGOS TEA

Curious Cove

15 Things You Should Know Before You Go to the Galapagos Islands

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