Tag: Galapagos Islands

What to Know Before Traveling to the Galápagos Islands

By Lacey Pfalz From TravelPulse The Galápagos Islands are a bucket-list destination for many travelers, bird lovers and nature enthusiasts, and it’s no wonder why: The biodiverse region of the world has been famous for centuries as a natural paradise. Like all destinations, the islands offer a unique list of requirements and considerations for travelers…


Tallest Galapagos Volcano Erupts, Spewing Lava, Ash

QUITO, Ecuador—The tallest mountain in the Galapagos islands was erupting on Friday, spewing lava down its flanks and clouds of ash over the Pacific Ocean, according to Ecuador’s Geophysical Institute. A cloud of gas and ash from Wolf Volcano rose to 3,793 meters (12,444 feet) above sea level following the eruption that began shortly before…