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The Galapagos Islands

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Infinity Fun and Travel   What is so special about the Galapagos Islands? I've been hearing a lot about the Galapagos Islands. If you like adventure and exotic animals this is the place to visit. The Galapagos has an abundant unfearful wildlife that visitors can get up-close and personal with. It is home to some of the rarest animal species in the world. The name 'Galapagos' is an old Spanish word for 'saddle'.  It was originally used by Bishop Tomas and his crew to describe the giant tortoises, but the name stuck. Here's some information I found about the islands: 1. Where are the Galapagos located? The Archipelago is a group of 19 volcanic islands, 13 large and 6 small with dozens of islets and rocks that cover over 17,000 square miles.  The islands are located on each side of the equator.  It's closest point to the mainland is off 600 miles from the west coast of Ecuador in South America. 2. When is the best time to visit the Galapagos? There's no bad

Pets on Vacation

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Infinity Fun and Travel   Can I Take My Pet on Vacation With Me? We all love our pets. They are part of the family and it's hard to go away and leave them.  My little dog Molly has separation anxiety. It may be because she was a re-home dog and is afraid of losing us. We usually have my sister-in -law keep her when we go away so she is with someone she is used to. But what if we wanted to take her with us sometime? I did some research on what to do to prepare for a trip with a pet. Taking your pet with you can be enjoyable with a little preparation. I found the following guidelines from the AKC.  Health and Safety 1. Health and Safety     Make sure your pet is in good health and up to date on their vaccines.  You        will need to bring the records with you as you travel.     Bring along his regular food and plenty of water.  It's not a good time to try        new foods and have an upset stomach.     Don't forget bottled water and medications.     Be prepared for emergen