National Geographic Traveler Articles

National Geographic Traveler writer,  Norie Quintos, writes a blog entitled  Intelligent Travel.  She’s come out with the first two articles in a series that are worth reading:

Galapagos with Teens: Lessons from a Dead Man

 Galapagos with Teens: Surf or Turf?

Thankfully, she recommends that her readers use an IGTOA Member for travel to the Galapagos:

“So, what should responsible travelers do? Choose the travel style that best suits your needs. Then, find an established operator (whether land- or boat-based) that shares your concern for the environment by asking pointed questions about every aspect of the trip. Make sure your operator is a member of the International Galapagos Tour Operators Association (IGTOA), whose members agree to adhere to ecological standards.”