$1,000 OFF new 2027 Luxury Galapagos cruise + Meg was denied boarding
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Hi Reader,
Calling all animal lovers, our 2027 luxury Galapagos cruise is live, and it comes with a very generous launch offer: $1,000 OFF for a very limited number of spots.
After the very popular launch of our December 2026 Galapagos cruise, and a fantastic Ecuador & The Galapagos tour that just ended (I am just leaving the Galapagos π - go follow my trip in stories which will continue for a few more days), we have just launched our 2027 tour onboard the newest, fanciest boat to sail the islands and the perfect itinerary.
This is a trip you won't forget, at a very attractive price.
We have picked an itinerary that goes to the best islands where you can see pretty much every animal that calls The Galapagos home, just like on this year's December sailing.
From swimming with penguins, mantas, rays, dolphins, sea lions, sharks and a myriad of fish to getting up and close to marine and land iguanas, sea lions, birds of all kinds and so much more. We will sail during THE best time of the year to explore the islands.
If you have ever wanted to visit the Galapagos, this is the trip of a lifetime you cannot miss.
Plus, did I mention our catamaran is pure luxury?
Designed by and for women, the interiors are classy, super spacious and beautiful. This is also the newest boat to launch in the Galapagos (since April 2026), it is solar-powered, eco-friendly, carbon-neutral, and serves gourmet fine dining food. Chill in our private jacuzzi as we sail through the world's most incredible wildlife destination.
If the Galapagos Islands are on a dream destination for you, this is your chance to sail with us on an exclusive local, female-owned, carbon-neutral luxury catamaran and a hand-picked itinerary with all the bells and whistles!
This is a trip for true animal lovers, the kind who gets jittery when close to wildlife, who have butterflies in their stomach at the idea of swimming with sea lions, penguins, dolphins, sharks or mantas, and who smiles when she is among nature.
9 to 16 December, 2027 when the sea and weather conditions in The Galapagos are optimal.
An 8 day / 7 night cruise with optional Quito extension to make the most of your trip since all flights to Galapagos go via Quito.
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We will visit San Cristobal, Floreana, EspaΓ±ola, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Santa Fe, Genovesa, Bartolomew and other smaller islands and bays.
The itinerary combines land-based hiking, snorkeling, kayaking and swimming. We will see stunning landscapes and spot wildlife so close that it will make you go "wow!".
I have now spent over 3 weeks here so I can testify this is a great itinerary.
Got questions? We have answers!
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Our Galapagos sailing cruise is just perfect and has all the ingredients for a trip of a lifetime. Many of our previous guests have told us so in those specific words, and I couldn't agree more. Some have even rebooked the same destination.
Don't miss out!
π«Ά Intimate & exclusive
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Visit some of the most remote corners of this world and of the Galapagos in the most magical way: with a small group and with very few people and ships around.
We will have the islands and stops all to ourselves, at the optimal time to be at each spot: In the early morning or late evening for our walks and before lunch for snorkeling.
Our group will have a maximum of 14 guests, though it may be even smaller, and give us the flexibility to jump in the water to swim with a pod of dolphins, play with penguins or snorkel with sea lions when we spot them. Grab your snorkels and jump in!
β¨ Luxury catamaran, almost 1-to-1 ratio of guest to crew
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Our catamaran is completely new (sailing since April 2026), luxurious, eco-friendly, solar-powered, carbon-neural and is part of an Ecuadorian, female-owned, B-Corp company.
Cabins are spacious with large windows to see the sunrise or sunset, in-room espresso machines, premium bathroom amenities, plush bathrobes, comfortable beds, and elegant decor.
Our Quito extension stays at an eco-friendly, women owned, luxury 5* hotel with a great rooftop restaurant, an indoor heated pool, jacuzzi and steam room and wonderful spa.
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We will be taken care of by a fantastic team of local guides, naturalists and crew that will number almost as many as the guests, and they are ready to spoil us.
They'll help take our wet suits off, offer a warm drink and some snacks when we come back from every excursion, help us on and off the boats, and basically spoil us.
Outdoor spaces are beautiful, have comfortable sofas to see the world go by and the top deck comes with a heated jacuzzi, stargazing sofas and dining space for al fresco lunches and dinners. You have never seen the sky as clear as in the Galapagos.
The catamaran is the only certified carbon-neutral vessel in The Galapagos and both the boat and activities (on land and at sea) are designed to be as low impact as possible.
Several measures have been implemented to make this trip mindful of the fragile eco-system it visits:
For every guest, a tree will be planted in the Amazon to help with carbon footprint and environmental impact
Food is sourced locally wherever possible, supporting local communities and minimizing transportation footprint
Wildlife sightings are done safely, for us and for the animals. Although it is common for the curious Galapagos animals to come right up to you, we will keep our distance
We will have wildlife experts with us at all times, to make sure we don't do anything that could harm wildlife
Water is available for you to refill your own bottle anytime so disposable plastic bottles are avoided.
βοΈ THE best time to visit
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Wildlife in The Galapagos is endemic, so it can be observed year-round, but the weather can play a major role in how comfortable and easy those sightings are.
Our trip will take place strategically where it's optimal to visit based on the weather, water temp, visibility, sea conditions and rainfall.
You don't want to be freezing when you come out of the water or for the sightings to be dampened by rain or constant mosquitoes. Or for the seas to be rough so you get seasick or the waters are too choppy to snorkel.
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We will make the most of the minimal light pollution to stargaze and see the Milky Way at night, enjoy balmy sunsets & sunrises, snorkel with good visibility, chill by the cleanest beaches and hopefully enjoy some dry days.
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Although we can never guarantee a sighting, our expert naturalists know how to spot wildlife and will help us get up and close to the most commonly seen species. Most importantly, wildlife in the Galapagos is endemic and here year round.
We know what spots have what animals, and the itinerary visits 15 spots with the chance to see them all multiple times. I saw all the below during my trips:
Dozens of sea lions on land and at sea, happy to swim with you
Penguins, who swim with you or chill on the rocks
Hammerhead, Galapagos & white tip sharks
Mantas following our zodiacs and sting rays swimming around
Large schools of tropical fish everywhere
Pods of dolphins following our zodiacs and staying to swim with us
Sea turtles and giant tortoises who live everywhere in Santa Cruz
Marine and land iguanas sunbathing, eating or resting
All sorts of birds, from blue, Nazca and red-footed boobies to gulls, cormorants, frigate birds, tropic birds, petrels, pelicans, and so much more. Expect dozens of birds found nowhere else that are sometimes seeking shade under your own
Most of the trips to the Galapagos will have to transit via Quito.
We are offering several add-ons that take care of flights to and from Quito, the mandatory National Park fees and the transit cards, airport transfers with greeting service and an extension in Quito to discover the best preserved colonial city in South America, which is also World heritage listed.
We will meet a traditional Panama hat making lady (Panama hats are actually Ecuadorian), explore Ecuador's chocolate culture and visit the Middle of the World, so you go home with a better understanding of the country as a whole.
I hope you have a lovely rest of the week wherever you are and I look forward to welcoming you to the Galapagos with us!!
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Podcast Episode #8 - Bali beyond social media
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This week I am talking with our tour host in Bali and experience local guide Henni who has been taking visitors around for almost 10 years and has a very heartfelt view on the island spirituality and a strong message for those wanting to visit.
We discuss parts of Bali that are untouched by the social media hype, how to support local and make sure your vacation investment ends in the hands of Balinese or at least Indonesian people, and what spirituality really means in a place that is frequently mentioned as one of the best destination for those looking for a wellness or spiritual retreat.
Bali is more than swings, nests, beach and jungle clubs made for the "gram" and tours that focus exclusively on using the island as a backdrop for social media feeds, and I hope that this conversation will inspire you to get to know the island better.
Check out all the details of the podcast here, listen to the episode and start following us [Solo Female Travelers Podcast] on your favorite podcast platform so you don't miss an episode:
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Let me know what you think of this episode.
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PS Every episode will end with an embarrassing travel story. Submit yours anonymously here.
Meg was denied. boarding, here's why
Yesterday, Meg started her long journey to Athens to co-host our last Greece sailing tour alongside Stella, our Greek host and guide.
She has 3 flights to reach Greece: Cairns - Singapore - London - Athens on what is a super long journey.
The UK recently introduced a new pre-approval travel system that requires everyone who previously did not need a visa, to apply for pre-authorisation before flying. Typically, you get the results in a couple of days.
She had checked her flight and while she had a long connection in London, the flights being bought together meant she could check all the way through and did not have to leave the airport.
HOWEVER, she did not notice that she was landing in London Heathrow and departing from London Gatwick, two completely different airports. In that case, she indeed had to pick her bags and change airport, thus entering the UK.
When she arrived at check in, she was denied boarding because she didn't have her pre-approval. She frantically went online to download the app to apply and luckily got it immediately, so she could board the plane.
A few learnings here:
I always check in online. Having done so, would have raised the requirement and she would have had more time.
Always check your ticket thoroughly. To be fair, Meg had different tickets via Qatar which given the uncertainty, she changed a couple of months ago, in a bit of a rush when prices were climbing fast and alternatives were limited, so this is probably why the rushed purchased made us both miss this.
Funnily enough, this is the same issue she had when she was 20 and on a European trip with her mum; She booked them both on a flight and showed up at the wrong airport, not having time to cross the city and missing the flight entirely. Her mum still laughs about it today, and now has a second instance to add on!
I hope to have you have a fantastic rest of the week.
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