Floreana Island

Island · Santa Cruz

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"Part of the Galápagos Archipelago, known for emerald landscapes, a glittering natural pond, and extreme solitude; it also features a historic "post office," a small stand set up by whalers in the 1700s where people still leave postcards today hoping other visitors will hand-deliver them." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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