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Chiloe Penguins: A Unique Encounter with Nature

Chiloe Pinguins
5 minutos

The southern coast of the Chiloe Island is the only place in the world so far where the Humboldt and the Magellanic penguins coexist and breed together and form mixed colonies. Chiloe penguins are thus not a distinct species, but rather a term used to refer to the mixed colony of those flightless birds that […]

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The Leopard Seal: Fun Facts on this Southern Ocean Predator

leopard seal
6 minutos

The leopard seal thrives in one of the most inhospitable habitats on Earth. These skillful hunters may look cute but they are one of the most fearsome predators of the seas around Antarctica and near the top of the food chain. Don’t miss these 10 interesting facts about this fascinating creature.   

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Magellanic Penguins in Chilean Patagonia

magellanic penguins
5 minutos

What are Magellanic penguins? Magellanic penguins or spheniscus magellanicus are a medium-sized penguin species named after the explorer Ferdinand Magellan, who was the first to record the animal during an expedition in 1519. They are identifiable by their distinctive white band which loops from each eye and meets at the underside of the throat. As […]

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Why do we have to learn how to tie boating knots?

boating knots
4 minutos

A vacation sailing on the warm waters of the Pacific or the Indian Ocean is a dream that everyone can now afford. Such private cruises, often in small groups, have everything to seduce sea lovers and scenic paradise. Some basic navigational concepts and main boating knots are interesting to learn before leaving. Although there is a […]

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Where can you see guanacos in South America?

guanaco animal
6 minutos

When traveling to other countries, one does not only want to marvel at the nature and the flora but also to observe the animals living there at close range. Especially those species that may not be easily seen in a zoo. Llamas are trendy at the moment. They decorate clothes, various gifts, and are used […]

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Mountain vacation with panoramic view

mountain vacations
5 minutos

Anyone who books a vacation would like to see something different from home. If they decide on a beach vacation, most of them opt for a room with a sea view.

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What solutions to global warming?

global warming solutions
4 minutos

Determining the solutions to global warming is a huge problem. We can act on an individual level by making small, simple changes in our daily routines. Even if states and companies must also take measures at their level, we also need to realize our power and start acting more consciously.

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Discover the South American Waterfalls

waterfall south america
4 minutos

Waterfalls have a special energy. They are fascinating, evoke power, and generate a number of legends around them, such as the myth of what lies behind the water curtain. Did you know that the world’s highest waterfalls are located in South America?

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Adventure at Sight: A Trip to the South Pole

south pole travel
6 minutos

Sometimes you just need more than an ordinary beach vacation, or maybe even more than a luxury cruise across the Atlantic. If adventure calls, a trip to the South Pole might just be the answer. This type of trip (or should we say expedition?) will make you feel like a true explorer.

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What to Do in Normandy: A Few Ideas

what to do in normandy
4 minutos

Are you going on a holiday to the Atlantic Coast and do not know what to do in Normandy? Here are a few ideas for everyone’s taste: tours, excursions, nature, local traditions and patrimony. We also show you the main cities to visit in Normandy. All you need to do is to plan your itinerary […]

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