Money Magazine’s Where to go in 2015 List

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“Make this your best vacation year yet. No matter when you’d like to escape, this month-by-month calendar will help you find the best getaway – and the best deals.” – Stirling Kelso

Knowmad Adventures is thrilled to be featured in Money Magazine’s 2015 January – February issue for our Classic Machu Picchu trip idea. Read more for special April travel prices and why this itinerary is the ideal Peru adventure.

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Cu-Boulder Study Abroad Alumni Spotlight: Translating my passion to real world opportunities

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Knowmad’s Media Manager, Lisa Kellenberger reflects on how her study abroad experience in Buenos Aires, Argentina taught her how to “go for it” and “gave her the confidence and the skills to pursue a career [she] truly enjoy[s]” in her Translating My Passion Into Real World Opportunities article appearing in University of Colorado – Boulder’s Alumni Spotlight section on December 18, 2014.

 

Tis’ The Season: Micro Loans in South America

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Season’s greetings from everyone here at Knowmad! With all of the good cheer floating around this holiday season –  like “Giving Tuesday” (a day following “Black Friday” dedicated to helping those less fortunate), “Small Business Saturday” (a day celebrating small, local businesses), or the “Patagonia Worn Wear Swap” (an initiative encouraging consumers to buy less and re-use already manufactured clothing) – has reminded us to take a step back and be grateful for what we have and most importantly be thankful for all of the important people in our lives.

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Two Weeks in Chile + Argentina

Two Weeks in Chile and Argentina

Knowmad travelers Stan and Kathy’s two-week trip to Chile and Argentina is a great example of a well-rounded custom adventure in South America. The two spent a couple of weeks hiking, sightseeing, ice walking, wildlife watching, and photo safariing in both Argentine and Chilean Patagonia. They topped it off with a visit to Iguazú Falls and some incredible food and wine in Buenos Aires. See their full itinerary and photos of the region below.

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