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Galapagos Food at the Finch Bay: A Look at Traditional Cuisine, Sustainable Dining, and Farm-to-Table Experiences
From freshly caught seafood to farm-to-table dining, explore the flavors of Galapagos food at Finch Bay Hotel — where local ingredients and sustainability define every dish.

5 Best Family-friendly Vacations in South America
Looking ideas for family-friendly vacations that everyone will love? Check out these top destinations in South America perfect for your family.

The 7 Best Solo Travel Destinations in South America
Ready to explore the world on your own terms? Check out these best solo travel destinations, break out of your comfort zone and get ready to explore.

Discover the Best Galapagos Islands Hotels: Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel for Eco-Luxury
In 2026, this iconic archipelago features on Travel and Tour World’s list of top adventure travel destinations, and at its heart is an eco-luxury retreat that makes every moment unforgettable: Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.

Visit Bartolome island by yacht!
Visiting the Galapagos is the experience of a lifetime. Whether you decide to see it aboard a cruise or by land, there are many ways guests and visitors can make the most of it.

Visit Santa Fe island by yacht!
Santa Cruz is the perfect base from which to explore some of the Galapagos’ most beautiful and unique islands. Be it either through a Galapagos cruise or a land-based option, Santa Fe Island is a sweet, little gem that lovers of both flora and fauna will come to enjoy all the same.

Galapagos Wildlife: Species You Can Encounter on Land and Cruise Tours
The Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a dream destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. From the moment you set foot in this iconic archipelago, you’ll be captivated by the diverse wildlife that calls this place home and greets visitors with its stunningly relaxed and unfazed demeanor!

Galápagos Big 15: Blue-footed Boobies
Blue-footed Boobies, a member of the Galápagos Big 15. Among the most colorful large birds that nest in the Galápagos Islands are the three species of boobies belonging to the Sulidae family of seabirds.

Finch Bay: Leading Resort in the Galapagos Islands, #2 in South America 2025
Recently recognized in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards as the #2 Best Resort in South America with an impressive score of 99.65, the hotel’s commitment to responsible tourism and unforgettable experiences shines through.

What iconic species can I see on a land-based tour?
The Galapagos Islands offer endless opportunities to see incredible things and visit fascinating places, which is why we often want to make the most of our visit to these Enchanted Isles. The vast Marine Reserve is very alluring to any explorer, but land-based tours can provide an experience just as exquisite, and are more accessible to everyone.

Sea Lion Yacht Experience: South Plaza Island
This Day Tour is offered on Wednesdays* and Fridays. Please note: This blog will examine the Wednesdays schedule of this Day Tour.

Galapagos food: the beginning of a culinary tradition
When I came to the archipelago for the first time, the first question I had for the local people and my team of warrior cooks at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel was: What is the most meaningful, classical or popular dish or dishes from the Galapagos Islands?

The highlands of Santa Cruz
When we think of the Galapagos, we usually think of white-sand beaches teeming with wildlife. And sure enough: This is what the Galapagos are!

Galapagos Marine Iguanas: Dark Scales, Illuminated Genes
Dr. Stephen Maturin: “Marine iguanas can’t swim, they’re land animals.” Boy: “Well these ones can.” Dr. Stephen Maturin: “My God, two new species in as many minutes…” ~Master & Commander~ Galapagos marine iguanas – they’re dark, bold and look like miniature Godzillas that crawl around on their bellies. They’re also

Oscar-winning Director Luc Jacquet sits down with us at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel!
Nature, when untouched, has the ability to immediately capture our attention with little to no effort. Everything that goes on in the loving and caring hands of Mother Nature has a way of capturing our human curiosity and imagination so easily.