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Spanish language study-trips or internships. The office moved from Havre and settled in Missoula, Montana. By the end of 2000, the company hires four full-time staff members. The company established a partner
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Association, (IGTOA). The president of Adventure Life, Brian Morgan, served as the president of IGTOA from 2006 to 2009. In Nov. 2006, IGTOA they launched a Galapagos traveler-funding program for island conservation, and Adventure Life was one of the first members to adopt this initiative.
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During 2007-2008 Adventure Life began offering small-ship cruises throughout the world. During 2007, Adventure Life provides trips for over 3500 travelers. In 2008 the
Falkland Islands were added to tour options. Company launches an online community forum offering traveler Trip Journals - the system
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Bolivia, Costa Rica and Belize, Chile, Argentina, Patagonia and Guatemala. The company also established a second partner office in Quito, Ecuador. The company moved from Morgan's home into its first office. In 2005, tours started sending travelers
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Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) has carried out research for the conservation of the Galapagos ecosystem for almost 50 years. They have been a leader in conservation science and the practical application of information gained and lessons learned in Galapagos, and are one of the most respected
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principles to their tour and cruise programs. Most trips have a maximum group size of 12, yet typically run with 6 or fewer travelers. A large portion of travelers arrange customized or private itineraries. Since their founding in 1999, over 24,000 clients have traveled with the company.
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utilizes the services of Google Maps. In 2009 Nicaragua is added, and in 2011 Uruguay is added. In 2012, Mexico and
Colombia trips were added to Adventure Life's selection. Brazil and Africa were added in 2013, further broadening destination options for travelers.
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