View from the Water ~ Seminar on the Ayapua

From 16th to 23rd February, a group of 13 Australian physiotherapists - led by Jenny Pynt of Stuvac Seminars - converged in Iquitos with two principal aims in mind:

- to hear Speaker E/Prof Gwen Jull, FACP, PhD give a 20-hour seminar entitled "Neck Pain, Whiplash and Headache: Clinical Management". 

- to enjoy the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve on board the Historic Riverboat, the Ayapua, in the company of highly-respected Amazon biologist Dr. Richard Bodmer and his crew.

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Galapagos Sky helps launch Galapagos Conservation Study

One of Rainforest Cruises’ Galapagos offerings, the Galapagos Sky Live-Aboard Dive Boat, is now being used to assist scientists from the Galapagos Science Center to see if the Galapagos Marine Reserve, a conservation project established in 1998 on a provisional basis, is fulfilling its goals.

Fifteen years on, a barometer of the Reserve’s success is how well – or not – the Blacktip Sharks are doing. How so?

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Desafio Brazilian Amazon Cruise Deal 2013

Cruise the Brazilian Amazon in comfort and style aboard the classical Desafio schooner for less in 2013! Rainforest Cruises are now offering $200 off selected 4-day Maguarí Cruise departures. Explore the Anavilhanas Islands, the majestic Rio Negro and the legendary Amazon River aboard this unique cruise departing from Manaus.

Experience old world charm on Brazil's mighty Amazon aboard the Desafio (see pictures)

Save $200 on selected 4 Day Maguari Cruise departures in 2013
(7th Feb, 14th Mar, 25th Apr, 16th May, 13th Jun, 11th Jul, 15th Aug, 12th Sep, 24th Oct, 21st Nov, 19th Dec)

~ Now $1,040 per person | Twin Lower Deck Cabin

~ Now $1,540 per person | Single Lower Deck Cabin

Iguazu Falls Facts & Travel Tips

Natural Wonder of the World

The Iguazu Falls, natural Wonder of the WorldThe votes are in: the Iguazu Falls, having already been a UNESCO World Heritage Site have won their place among the great natural wonders of the world, following a worldwide poll. Spread-eagled along the Argentine-Brazil border, Iguazu boasts 275 separate falls over 2.7km / 1.7miles, some reaching 82m / 270ft in height, and is perfectly set amongst lush, untamed rainforest. One could easily spend a few days absorbing this awe-inspiring spectacle and the stunning side trips ... and many do, with over a million people visiting the Iguazu National Park every year.

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Ecuador Travel News 2013

It has always been hot at the equator, but now it is getting even hotter! For 2013, the Lonely Planet has recommended Ecuador as one of its top 10 countries; and National Geographic has included Quito as one of the best places to visit this year.

Obviously no visit to Ecuador would be complete without a visit to the Galapagos Islands and despite their fame they too have been getting more attention with David Attenborough releasing his spectacular new Galapagos 3D show.

Cruise the Ecuadorian Amazon in luxury aboard the Anakonda

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