Aracari’s favorite Ecuadorian Haciendas National Geographic Traveler’s April 2009 edition places a spotlight on our two favorite Ecuadorian Haciendas: San Augustin de Callo (“There’s enough historical wattage around this hacienda to send a few shivers up my spine”) and Zuleta (“The feeling? As though I had ridden right into a fable, to a time-honored hacienda […]
Category: Inside Aracari
Behind every Aracari journey is a network of experts, artisans, and travelers who share a deep passion for South America. This is where we reflect on what inspires us—our latest discoveries, partnerships, and the creative minds shaping the world of Aracari.
In our Travel Journal, go behind the scenes with us for a closer look at our philosophy, our people, and the ongoing stories that define our work.
Find solace in northern Chile
We posted a behind the scenes look at Northern Chile from the James Bond installment Quantum of Solace (2008). While at first glance it might seem a little moonlike and “dry” to say the least, this place has so much to offer and is the best starting point for an adventure to the salt flats […]
Choquequirao in the March edition of Conde Nast Traveler
Choquequirao has appeared in our blog in the past, and it is only relevant to bring it up one more time as we noticed its appearance in the latest Conde Nast Traveler. Aracari has finally answered the hard question of how to bridge the gap between trekking and a fair-deal to those supporting us with […]
Peru Rail relaunches image, different look same exceptional service
Photo Credit: eaganj (Flickr) 10 years ago, Peru had one train running from Cuzco to Machu Picchu, it was very likely that one had to travel next to a chicken and suffer constant interruptions along the way. Then Peru Rail happened, they came in and totally revamped the system. Yesterday they celebrated their anniversary amongst the […]
An Aracari take on Buenos Aires, Argentina
I had only been to Buenos Aires (“BA”) on business years ago. I liked it but I clearly had not seen much of what it truly has to offer. This time around I thoroughly enjoyed a lot of what makes it the fashionable capital of South America. Its understated, old-world elegance has experienced a clear […]
Marisol’s visit to Suasi Island (Lake Titicaca)
Aracari’s Founder and CEO, Marisol Mosquera, shares her thoughts on her recent visit to Suasi Island Lodge, an eco-island getaway and one of the best places to stay on Lake Titicaca. Suasi Island: A retreat in Lake Titicaca During my recent visit to Suasi Island (February 2008), I experienced what had captivated me about this place […]