Communications Manager:
Rachel Harris

Originally from the backwoods of Maine, Rachel spent three years in Mozambique with the Peace Corps, and has traveled extensively in South America. She lived for several months in Cusco, Peru and for several years in the metropolitan region of Santiago de Chile. In her spare time, Rachel can usually be found reading, outdoors, reading outdoors, strumming her ukulele, or paddleboarding with her husband and their dog.

Languages Spoken:
English (native), Spanish (fluent), Portuguese (conversational)

Posts by Rachel:

August 19th, 2019

Spotlight on Peruvian Guide Extraordinaire, Wilfredo Huillca

One of the top reasons to travel with Vaya is the quality of our local guides. We’ve worked with our local partners for years, and we’ve established relationships with the best private guides in South America. When you travel with a Vaya guide, you’re not on tour – you’re traveling with a fun, knowledgeable friend… Read Full Post

June 17th, 2019

Brazil drops visa requirements

As of June 17, passport-holders from the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan no longer need a visa to visit Brazil, joining already visa-free travelers from Europe and Latin America. Travelers can visit Brazil for up to 90 days with no visa, with the possibility of extending that up to 180 days. In the past,… Read Full Post

A Unique Stay at Torres del Paine’s EcoCamp

Ecuador is the New Name in Artisan Chocolate

Isla Negra, the Unusual Seaside Home of Pablo Neruda

Pro Mujer: Changing Lives Through Microloans

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