Join Yampu Tours Cofounder, Monica Irauzqui on a special episode all about travel on The Open Highway podcast!   A topical conversation podcast hosted by Eric Paul Erickson, The Open Highway show brings the discovery of the open road into the discourse of modern conversation. Much like the old days when we would sit down at a roadside diner and […]

Even though travel is still restricted in some countries, numerous destinations have devised advanced plans to welcome travelers again with different regulations and advanced safety protocols to ensure the health of both travelers and residents who rely on tourism. We at Yampu have always made our travelers’ health and safety our first priority. We are pro-active to show our clients we […]

Yampu Tours Vice President, Monica recently had a fun discussion with Debra from the podcast “Have a Seat… Conversations with Women in the Workplace”. During the show, Debra and guests enjoy a lighthearted but heartfelt conversation with women about the work they do and the journey that brought them to pursue their career path. Each week guests will share the […]

On this special episode of Choosing Your Reflection, we’re asking our audience to imagine what their perfect honeymoon or special celebration excursion would be. Helping us craft our visions and make them a reality is this week’s guest Monica Irauzqui, vice-president of YAMPU Tours. From New York to Peru, and then Sicily in one year (and married not long after), […]

Yampu Traveler, Harriet recently returned from a safe and exciting Yampu adventure that she embarked on in December. Its safe to say that she was very satisfied with her experience!   Yampu Tours helped me plan my trip to the Galapagos in December 2020 (yes, during COVID 19). They not only knew what to ask about but also helped me […]

The Future of Travel Post COVID-19 with Monica Irauzqui and Gloria Rand   The Coronavirus pandemic has brought travel to a standstill, dealing a severe blow to companies across the industry from airlines and hotels to travel agents and tour operators. Monica Irauzqui, Vice President and co-founder of Yampu Tours and YampuGo, is no exception. She has had to postpone […]

Even though travel is still restricted, there are numerous countries that have devised advanced plans to welcome travelers again with different regulations and advanced safety protocols to ensure the health of both travelers and residents who rely on tourism.  We at Yampu of course make our travelers’ health and safety our first priority. This is how we are protecting travelers […]

One thing Yampu’s Travel experts never are is idle. During this slow time in the travel industry, the team has been continuously working hard in both their professional and personal lives. From bettering their travel knowledge to working on their dance moves, you will never see these world explorers sitting still! Here is how some of our team members have […]

During these uncertain times, we would like to express our appreciation for you and our partners over the last twenty-two years. Without the support of you, our clients, we would not be where we are today. Since our founding in 1998, we have witnessed tragedies across the world and have faced difficult times alongside our travelers over the years. Like […]

  Since our founding, Yampu Tours has had a steadfast commitment to supporting the areas to which we travel in order to provide a long-lasting future for this beautiful world we live in.   Always looking for opportunities to give back to the local communities around the globe, we believe that responsible travel is a means of not only experiencing […]

One of the best things about the travel industry is the new people you get to meet during your explorations. Some new acquaintances will even blossom into special bonds that can take you around the world!   Yampu Traveler, Jonathan has been on numerous worldly adventures with Yampu Tours and isn’t about to slow down! With his wife in one […]

The Orphaned Starfish Foundation is dedicated to helping orphans, victims of abuse, survivors of trafficking, indigenous children and at-risk youth break their cycles of abuse and poverty through technology-based education, job training and job placement assistance and commit to every program for life. On October 18, 2019 Orphaned Starfish Foundation (OSF) held their 15th gala at the Cipriani Wall Street […]

Authentic Travel with Monica Irauzqui Woman business owner, mother, and world traveler, Yampu’s Monica Irauzqui has visited over 50 destinations during her lifetime where she has gained an exceptional level of expertise in nearly all things travel. In an interview with esteemed speaker, Chris Smit of Culture Matters, Monica shared her travel knowledge with excellent insights on how to be […]

There are so many great and inspired employees at Yampu Tours who work behind the scenes to dream up the amazing, custom-made tours we offer our clients. Meet one of our teammates, Lance, an experienced traveler and photographer with in-depth product know-how, in the Q&A below! Name: Lance Caron Title: Marketing Coordinator Hometown: Eden Mills, VT. Time at Yampu: Almost 3 years! […]

I have always believed that giving back is important for living a quality life.  I have been so lucky throughout my own life that I have the desire to pass that positivity back into the world.  I am passionate about the people in all the places we travel as they give me much more than I could give them. It […]

Name: Kay Webster Hometown:  Fort Lauderdale, FL Time with Yampu: Since February 2018.   Q: What is the best vacation you’ve been on?  A: Definitely my three month trip around Europe! It sparked my desire to travel and explore the world.   Q: When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? A: I wanted to be a […]

Yampu’s general sales manager, Karolina, has been making the dreams of Yampu travelers come true for more than ten years. A true world traveler, she inspires her colleagues and clients with her firsthand knowledge and fun-loving and adventurous spirit. As a veteran tour consultant and experienced traveler, she is always happy to help anyone on the Yampu team. Learn more […]

Name: Meghan Holly Hometown: Crystal Lake, IL Time with Yampu: Since May 2017. Q: Before working at Yampu Tours, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? A: I spent two summers in Alaska warding off ill-tempered grizzly bears and overly rugged mountain men. Ok just kidding (sort of). I worked for two different cruise lines based in […]

The benefits of travel, experiencing the world first hand, is unmeasurable as great positivity stems from seeing the world with one’s own eyes. Paul and Joe Franzetti, a dynamic father-son duo and Yampu Travelers, have managed to bring together their talents and inspiration from their world travels to not only release creative energy, but to inspire others and benefit those […]

As the new year begins, the Yampu team reflects on their accomplishments in the past year and excitedly looks forward to what is in store for 2018 in the world of experiential travel. With this in mind, Yampu’s travel experts have excitedly compiled a list of the top destinations to visit in the new year that simply cannot be missed! […]