Knowmad News: All New Peru Trips and Expanded Website!
Announcing the all-new Knowmad Peru section of our website! With great pride and excitement we invite you to check out photos, information on Peru and its regions, and a variety of innovative Peru trips.
Parting Shots: Peru Active Explorer
Parting Shots: Northern Patagonia Odyssey
Parting Shots: Atacama Desert, Chile
Peru Unveiled
Gastronomy: Mate
Mate is a tea infusion made from the leaves of the coca plant as well as other plants. Slightly bitter in taste, it’s drunk throughout many South American countries including Chile, Argentina, Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia. The culture of mate, which differs from region to region, is steeped in tradition. In the high Andean cultures, what used to be the Incan empire, it’s tied closely to religion and often used in ceremonies thanking the earth for its fruitfulness.
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Crosses the Andes and Patagonia
Parting Shots: Chile, South America
Knowmad News: Featured in Minnesota Business Magazine
Minnesota Business Magazine named Easter Island as one of their top summer getaways this year. And who’s their preferred travel company to get you there and to other exciting South American destinations? That’s right – Knowmad Adventures!
To read the full article order an issue here.
Shoulder Season or High Season: When is the Best Time of Year for Your Trip to Patagonia?
Covering the southern-most areas of both Chile and Argentina, Patagonia is an incredible, out-of-this-world experience whenever you’re able to visit, and a region where you’ll be privy to some truly special features unique to each season. Patagonian springtime brings about the beautiful wildflower blooms and milder winds; their summers are full of warmer weather and longer days to spend out on the trails; and the fall brings with it striking color transformations and a quiet from fewer travelers. With each season having its own distinct benefits, your trip to Patagonia can be personalized to either shoulder season or high season to make it your own custom-crafted South American adventure.
A Personal Take on Galapagos Animals, Unique Experiences + More
Before experiencing the Galapagos Islands for myself, I was a bit of a skeptic. Wildlife and nature shows rave about the place and play spectacular footage of the archipelago all the time, but photographers have so many tricks, and I’ve been to plenty of places that didn’t live up to the hype. However, my week-long cruise in the Galapagos turned me into a true believer – not only did it live up to the hype, it became one of my favorite places I’ve ever been to and goes down as an unforgettable adventure.
Inca Trail Permits: Book Your 2018 Inca Trail Trip Before It’s Too Late
Inca Trail permits for 2018 are going on sale this year earlier than ever. Unlike past years when permit sales have opened in January, permits will go on sale this October, a full three months earlier than past years.