Author Archives: Melissa Ruttanai
A Magnificent Galapagos Cruise
The Galapagos is the perfect place for tight portraits of wildlife.
Volunteer Travel in Baños, Ecuador
When you volunteer and travel you make a difference in the lives of the people you meet.
6 Southeast Asia Water Adventures
Southeast Asia Water Adventures
La Fiesta Mama Negra in Ecuador
Down the spine of the Andes Mountains just one hour south of Quito, the city of Latacunga fills its streets with streamers and parades the cathedral’s statue of the Virgin and Child through several neighborhoods.
Traveling on a Budget in Japan
Many people believe that Japan is too expensive to visit. However for the savvy and patient traveler, there are several ways to make your money last in Japan.
Five Far Out Wildlife Retreats in Costa Rica
In recent years, Costa Rica has emerged as a premiere destination for wildlife lovers and ecotourism. Here are a couple of places you should know about…
Christmas Party with the South American Explorers Club in Lima, Peru
Year-round the organization offers great advice and concrete information about traveling through South America.
Half Bed and Torture Devices at Rembrandt House
In Rembrandt’s time, people believed that sleeping on your back could induce death. They feared that if they were not upright they’d literally lose there breath and suffocate before morning.
Organic Retreat in Le Marche, Italy
In La Marche, wine embodies the spirit of life while homemade meals remain at its heart.







