Most people think there is just one Inca Trail that takes hikers from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu — the “Classic” Inca Trail. However, there are actually two. The Royal (Alternative) Inca Trail starts and ends in the same … Continue reading
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The Easier Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
May 17, 2013
By: Kris, Customer Care and Tour Operations
Posted In: Featured Posts / Hiking / Hiking & Trekking / Peru / Trekking
Impressions From the Roof of Africa
August 15, 2012
By: Erika, Tour Marketing
Editor’s Note: For the second time in two years, Zephyr’s Erika Helstrom made it to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro last week, along with seven of our Zephyr travelers. These are some of the quick highlights she sent us prior … Continue reading
Posted In: Blog / Featured Posts / Hiking / Hiking & Trekking / Kilimanjaro / Personal Stories / Safari / Tanzania / Trekking
How Difficult is the Inca Trail?
June 26, 2012
By: Allan, Zephyr Adventures Owner
The Classic Inca Trail, which takes hikers from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu in Peru, is difficult for most people. There is no denying it. To start with, most people are simply not accustomed to hiking for four days … Continue reading
Tags: Hiking, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru, Trekking
Posted In: Featured Posts / Hiking / Hiking & Trekking / Peru / Private Trips / Trekking
3 Misconceptions about Group Travel
June 21, 2012
By: Sonya, Administration
Zephyr Adventures has been in the group travel business for 15 years, so we understand that like most people who join us for the first time, you might feel a bit uneasy about the “group tour” experience. Let’s talk about … Continue reading
Posted In: Argentina / Biking / Colorado / Food, Wine, Beer / General News / Hiking & Trekking / Inline Skating / Italy / Kilimanjaro / Multisport / Peru / Puglia / Safari / South Africa / Spain / Tanzania / Trekking / Tuscany / Umbria / Wine / Yellowstone
Still Rolling After 15 Years
April 4, 2012
By: Kris, Customer Care and Tour Operations
Today is April 4, 2012. Fifteen years ago today, Allan Wright quit his corporate job with food company Cargill, and Zephyr Adventures (formerly called Zephyr Inline Skate Tours) was born. “Rolling” is a great metaphor to describe Zephyr’s journey, as … Continue reading
Posted In: Argentina / Beer / Biking / Blog / Blogger Conferences / Business of Adventure Travel / Chile / Family / Featured Posts / Food / Food, Wine, Beer / General News / Hiking / Hiking & Trekking / Inline Skating / Italy / Multisport / Napa & Sonoma / Netherlands / Personal Stories / Skating / Sonoma / South Africa / Spain / Tibet / Trekking / Wine
4 Misconceptions About Hiking the Inca Trail
March 27, 2012
By: Kris, Customer Care and Tour Operations
We recently conducted a “Two-Minute Survey” and asked potential travelers for their opinions about traveling to Peru. Our intent was to not only find out how and where people were interested in traveling to and in Peru, but also to … Continue reading
Tags: Hiking, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru, Trekking
Posted In: Blog / Featured Posts / Hiking / Hiking & Trekking / Peru / Private Trips / Trekking
How to Make a Travel Blog
February 29, 2012
By: Elle, Conference Logistics and Blogger Communities
Gone are the days of projector slideshow recaps of your summer vacation. Yet in a digital age, there’s even more to share with your friends and family! I have been sharing my photos, videos and thoughts from my travels on … Continue reading
Tags: how to make a travel blog, make a travel blog
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Mount Kilimanjaro Has New Sign on the Summit
January 17, 2012
By: Erika, Tour Marketing
Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa, has a new sign at the summit: That compares to the old one, which is pictured here with long-time Zephyr travelers Rick and Tony: I have to admit: I sort of like the … Continue reading
Posted In: Blog / Hiking / Tanzania / Trekking
4 Lessons Learned By Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro
December 4, 2011
By: Erika, Tour Marketing
In February 2011, I traveled to Africa and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro. The climb stands as both one of the highlights of my travel experiences and one of the most fun and memorable moments of my life. Reaching the highest point … Continue reading
Tags: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Trekking
Posted In: Hiking / Kilimanjaro / Tanzania / Trekking
Martina Navratilova on Mount Kilimanjaro
December 20, 2010
By: Allan, Zephyr Adventures Owner
The December 6th news article said “Tennis legend Martina Navratilova embarked Monday on her attempt to summit Tanzania’s Mt. Kilimanjaro in an effort to raise funds for the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, a charity helping disadvantaged youth worldwide through … Continue reading
Tags: Kilimanjaro, martina navratilova, mount kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Posted In: Kilimanjaro / Tanzania / Trekking