Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
So, you’ve gathered the entire family for a fun island getaway. Unfortunately, choosing a destination that meets the needs of young kids, preteens, and adults does not come easy. You …
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What Do You Get in a 3-Star Exoticca Tours Hotel?
Written by Kim Orlando @ Traveling Mom
What sort of hotel can you expect on a bargain-priced international trip? TravelingMom Founder Kim Orlando paid $1,600 for an 11-day Exoticca tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos. Read on to learn about the quality of hotels included in that super afforda…
Top Reasons to Visit Galapagos Islands
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
The Galapagos Islands aren’t the first place people think of when planning a vacation, but maybe it’s time for that to change. Especially since Ecoventura has carefully selected knowledgeable captains …
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Activities on an Exoticca Tour to Ecuador and the Galapagos
Written by Kim Orlando @ Traveling Mom
Exoticca’s tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos bucks the norm: groups moving en masse from one activity to the next. These tours take a different, more flexible approach, which worked better for TravelingMom Founder Kim Orlando. Here’s why. I am not a ho…
Exoticca Travel Review
Written by Kim Orlando @ Traveling Mom
Can a bargain-priced international trip provide a full-sized experience? TravelingMom Founder Kim Orlando had to find out. So she booked an 11-day tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos for just $1,600 – a deal that even included air travel from New York Ci…
How to Get to the Galapagos Islands – Flights, Airports, Costs
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
The Galapagos Archipelago is often referred to as the living laboratory of Charles Darwin that is 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador. This is not surprising since the animals …
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Best City in Ecuador
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Ecuador is a small country in South America that has a lot to offer travelers from across the globe. Here you will be spoiled for choices from the Andes Mountains, …
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Best Beach Towns in Ecuador: Which is Best for You?
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Ecuador is a natural wonder that boasts some of the best beach towns along the coast of Ecuador. They have pristine beaches that will make you fall in love. With …
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The Best Argentinian Wine
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Argentina is one of the most important wine-producing countries in the New World. It is also the largest wine producer in South America. What gave rise to the country’s high-quality wine industry is the high altitude deserts and the foothills of …
Best Cities in Ecuador
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
From the andes mountains to the amazon rainforest to the pacific ocean to the galápagos islands, Ecuador is a small country that celebrates life in South America. The major cities have the most gorgeous mountains, yet jungles, coastline, historic …
What to Pack for a Cruise?
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Over the years, I’ve come up with a list of items that make my long cruises (even a week-long cruise) much more pleasant. Use this ship-specific packing guide to help you pack for your next cruise vacation. The listed items are suitable for river…
New Airlines Join TSA PreCheck
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)has recently added five more airlines that participate in its expedited screening program. They include: Aerolane Lineas Aereas Nacionales del Ecuador Air Choice One LAN Peru S.A.…
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Read MoreMeet the Cultural Icon: Mafalda
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Like every big city, Buenos Aires has many popular tourist attractions that can be found on almost any street corner in Argentina. In fact, Argentina has many popular tourist attractions that are labeled “must-sees”. Argentina’s vast metropolis is a …
Must Try Traditional Chilean Menus, Foods, and Drinks!
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
In South America, there is a tiny sliver of a country nestled between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean known as the Republic of Chile. There are many legends as to why this country was named Chile including a derivation from the Mapuche word that means …