About Matt Long
Who am I? I am a typical Gen-Xer and recovering cubicle-dweller who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I...
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Galapagos Archive
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Hiking Lava Fields in the Galapagos
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Slowly Fighting Giant Tortoises of the Galapagos Islands
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Sea Lions Lounging on the Beach in the Galapagos
Posted on May 15, 2012 | 3 CommentsSea Lions Galapagos -
Sunset at the End of the World – Galapagos, Ecuador
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Sea Lions on a Beach in the Galapagos
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My Four Least Romantic Travel Experiences
Posted on February 13, 2012 | 19 CommentsJust to preface this post, these are my personal least romantic experiences. I don’t mean to say that these activities are themselves inherently unromantic, but for us they were anything but romantic. 1. Flying anywhere - I can’t think of anything that can ruin a... -
Are We Destroying the World? – The Impact of Travel
Posted on October 9, 2011 | 21 CommentsAn article I read last week in the New Scientist rekindled concerns I’ve had about the effects we as tourists have on the world around us. The piece highlighted the Altamira cave paintings in Spain and the fact that reopening them to tourism could in... -
Travel Photos – Rare Sighting of Blue Footed Booby Family, Galapagos
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The Post Office at the End of the World
Posted on April 14, 2011 | 13 CommentsThere are certain rights of passage in which every visitor to the Galapagos Islands must participate: crossing the equator celebration, playing with giant tortoises and a visit to Post Office Bay. The Galapagos remains the best preserved natural wonder in the world for two reasons:... -
Beer, Boobies and the Southern Cross in the Galapagos
Posted on March 21, 2011 | 10 CommentsIt was the next to last night on a week long cruise of the Galapagos aboard the Lindblad/National Geographic ship, The Endeavour. Unlike a mega-ship tour of the Caribbean, the Endeavour is a fairly small ship, and the exploration of the island chain included rigorous... -
Four Unique Galapagos Experiences
Posted on February 16, 2011 | 5 CommentsThe Galapagos archipelago is famous for two things: Darwin and its rich animal life. What most people don’t anticipate before their first trip to these fantasy islands are the unique, once in a lifetime experiences you can only find in the Galapagos. Swim with a... -
Cruising the Galapagos with Alex Trebek
Posted on December 14, 2010 | 10 CommentsAlex Trebek In May 2009, a week after returning from a 13 day trip to the Mediterranean, I received a call that would make a huge impact on my life. It was someone telling me that I was one of the winners in the... -
Three Reasons to Visit the Galapagos Now
Posted on November 14, 2010 | 9 CommentsIf you ask someone for their travel bucket list, the Galapagos Islands are almost always near the top, and with good reason. The Galapagos are an exceedingly important group of islands, not only for their history with Darwin but for what they mean to our... -
Galapagos Kayak Disaster
Posted on October 21, 2010 | 3 CommentsWhile I’m not a traditional outdoorsy kind of guy, I do love just about anything water related. Swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing, you name it, I’ve probably done it and had a blast in the process. That’s why when the opportunity arose in the Galapagos to... -
UPDATED: Ten Cute Animals From Around the World
Posted on August 26, 2010 | 13 CommentsI am a true animal lover and so I hope you enjoy this post. In no particular order, here are ten of my favorite animal pictures. 1. Kangaroo – We saw this cute gal in the Singapore Zoo, a truly phenomenal animal experience. They don’t... -
Travel Photos – Galapagos Juvenile Albatross
Posted on August 20, 2010 | 2 CommentsThe waved albatross is yet another endemic species to the Galapagos and only nests on Española island. During our trip we observed many juvenile albatross, such as the one here taking a nip at a friend. No harm was done, but we all carefully walked... -
Is Ecotourism Sustainable?
Posted on August 11, 2010 | 14 CommentsLast year I actually won a sweepstakes (one of those that no one ever wins) for a trip to the Galapagos Islands. Beyond Darwin, I knew nothing of the archipelago and went only because it was free. However, my week touring this eco-wonder changed my... -
Travel Photo – Bartolome, Galapagos Islands
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The Best Open Air Airports – Look Ma, No Walls!
Posted on May 13, 2010 | No Comments“It is no coincidence that in no known language does the phrase ‘As pretty as an Airport’ appear.” – Douglas Adams Douglas Adams clearly did not have these airports in mind when he wrote that famous quip. It is no surprise that airports can elicit... -
Five Unforgettable Travel Experiences
Posted on April 1, 2010 | 11 CommentsThere are thousands of unique sites and scenes around the world, each wonderful in their own way. However, I am constantly amazed at how many people travel without truly experiencing them. It is important to think outside the box when traveling; to find ways to... -
Learning About Island Life in the Galapagos
Posted on March 30, 2010 | 7 CommentsGalapagos Island Life I never thought I would travel with an organized group–I have gleefully pointed and smirked at tourist laden motor coaches stopping for a chance to buy “handmade” ceramics or, God help us, rugs. I never considered it to be “real” travel... -
Travel Photo – Galapagos Sunset
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Travel Photo – Sea Lion Pup, Galapagos Islands
Posted on March 19, 2010 | 2 CommentsSea lion photo
