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Moments that Made Aracari: celebrating our 25th birthday

Marisol — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 13:15:45 +0000

Longevity. In today’s competitive climate, longevity is a hard commodity to come by for a business, particularly a travel company – when with each passing year a new travel trend emerges. To have staying power in this industry, one needs both the confidence to adopt new consumer demands and commitment to staying true to founding [...]

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Travel with Purpose: Stories of Sustainability

Marisol — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:52:07 +0000

At Aracari, we have spent the last 25 years’ fostering meaningful relationships with local suppliers, responsible hotels, indigenous communities and environmental initiatives. That’s because as a leading, luxury travel agent –regenerative, conscious and sustainable travel in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and the Galapagos has always been inherent to what we offer our guests. Designing unforgettable travel [...]

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Luxury Travel in the Peruvian Amazon: an insider guide

Marisol — Sat, 24 Jul 2021 23:57:37 +0000

Iquitos in Peru is a beguiling place. For those traveling in Peru and looking to explore the wild rainforests of the Peruvian Amazon, Iquitos is the gateway to adventure. As a luxury travel agent, the team at Aracari know how to make a Peru vacation to the Amazon one that is both enriching and luxurious. [...]

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Traveling in Peru: the time is now

Marisol — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 05:24:10 +0000

In the week of May 17th, 2021, Aracari marked an incredibly special occasion. We welcomed our first guest since before the pandemic back for a luxury vacation in Peru. Astrid chose to travel to Peru from Switzerland, in order to experience our Classic Luxury Peru; an itinerary designed to take in the must-see destinations whilst [...]

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ARACARI’S FAVORITE INCA SITES IN PERU – AND WHY

Marisol — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 17:26:37 +0000

No visit to Peru is complete without a few visits to Inca archaeological sites – and there are a whole lot more to choose from than Machu Picchu. While Machu Picchu is certainly a must-see, there are also plenty of other less-visited Inca sites that will blow your mind – and might even change how [...]

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GETTING TO KNOW THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLE OF PERU

Marisol — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 07:13:35 +0000

Peru is home to 51 indigenous communities, all of whom have a unique culture and way of life. Among the 31 million people who live in Peru, about 80% identify as either mestizo (a person of combined indigenous and European descent) or indigenous. From the high Andes to the jungles of the Peruvian Amazon, there [...]

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Community Based Tourism In Peru: The Achupalla Experience

Marisol — Mon, 29 Apr 2019 18:07:03 +0000

A major priority of Aracari is ensuring that the community-based tourism in Peru that we support provides benefits to the locals we visit. We believe that tourism should nurture local communities and foster opportunities for positive cultural exchanges. One way we do this is by collaborating with La Tierra de Los Yachaqs, a fantastic community-based [...]

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New Welcome Package for Guests

Marisol — Mon, 07 Jan 2019 22:40:53 +0000

As Aracari has evolved, so has our brand. Last year in August, we launched our new brand with three pillars that define us: Aracari Travel: Inspiring, Connecting, Celebrating Aracari inspires memorable journeys. Aracari creates experiences that are sophisticated, simple and conscious. Aracari is the bridge that connects travelers with the spirit of magical places in Perú, Bolivia and Galapagos. [...]

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Polleras: All Dressed Up

David Thomas — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 10:30:43 +0000

As you travel through the Andes, a few things might catch your eye: the flash of a snow-capped mountain, a shaggy-haired alpaca or the vibrant clothes of the Andean women. The beautiful skirts you’ll see are called polleras. Their patterns, colors and designs change from village to village, and their story is a fascinating one. [...]

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A Short Sacred Valley Hike Off the Beaten Path

Marisol — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 22:12:02 +0000

The Sacred Valley of the Incas is a paradise for all types of travelers – but no matter what you love to do, I highly recommend you take one day during a visit to get off the beaten path and get outdoors. This short Sacred Valley hike is a great way to do just that [...]

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