It was finally time to disembark the National Geographic Endeavour II. As always, the operation ran with military precision (and just a touch of gentle herding). Every detail was thought through — from clear instructions about the process to our carry-ons being whisked away for safekeeping so we could explore San Cristóbal unencumbered.
The team had even hired out an entire café for the morning, complete with drinks, coffee, and a buffet brunch, all included. Meanwhile, our checked bags had already been taken to the airport, and our boarding passes were ready. All we had to do was turn up.
The flight to Guayaquil was smooth. Staff were at hand on theother end to guide us onto buses bound for our hotel. Our room keys were already prepared in envelopes, transfer times neatly noted, and luggage magically appeared in our rooms not long after.
After a week of having everything done for us, the only task left was to find dinner which, oddly enough, felt like hard work.
We kept the evening simple: a quiet meal, a round of repacking, and the satisfying swap of sunhats for down jackets. Tomorrow, we trade sea lions for skyscrapers — next stop, New York City.
Day 16: Checked out of paradise, checked into reality
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| Puerto Baquerizo Moreno in San Cristobal is the capital of the Galapagos |
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| A truck waiting to whisk our hand carry |
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| A small but very safe sleepy town |
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| I just love these guys |
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| The cafe dedicated to us |
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| Brunch options not the healthiest but oh so good |
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| There was a priority pass lounge at the airport! |
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| Options were very simple with service at the table but hey it will do |
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| There were a few flights |
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