Posts Tagged ‘ecuador’
Getting Out Of Quito, Ecuador: Day, Weekend and Weeklong Excursions
While Quito, Ecuador, offers many opportunities for Inca history, diverse architecture and trendy restaurants, my favorite part about visiting this busy city was its side trips. In less than three hours you can be hiking through waterfall-filled forests, climbing one of the world’s tallest volcanoes, browsing an important cultural market and even standing in the…Read more...
Day Trip From Quito, Ecuador: The Otavalo Market
After spending a day exploring the historic center of Quito, Ecuador, I decided to get out of town for a day and explore the smaller artisan villages nearby. Because I was so thrilled with my Cajas National Park Tour and Quito City Tour with Gray Line Ecuador, I decided to go through them again for…Read more...
11 Weird & Wonderful Things I Learned In The Galapagos Islands
While most people are aware the Galapagos Islands feature pristine beaches and unique flora and fauna, there are many pieces of information one would have to visit the islands to discover. Here are some interesting facts I learned when visiting the Galapagos Islands on a solo trip. 1. Soft Sand Is Made Of Fish Feces…Read more...
Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge: Waterfront Luxury In The Galapagos Islands
If you’re making a trip to the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, you’re going to want to treat yourself. It’s one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and in order to experience it properly, an equally beautiful accommodation is in order. That’s why, on a trip to the island of Santa Cruz, I booked a stay…Read more...
Photo Essay: Hiking To Bellavista In Banos, Ecuador
Banos, Ecuador, is full outdoor and adventure activities like cycling, exploring the jungle, bungy jumping, rafting, and, my personal favorite, hiking. One short 45-minute but challenging and worthwhile hike to do when in Banos is to Bellavista, a lookout point that gives you views of surrounding mountains, the Tungurahua volcano, and the city itself.Read more...
Hiking, Monkeys, And The Devil’s Penis In Ecuador’s Amazon Jungle
No visit to Ecuador is complete without taking a tour of the Amazon Jungle. The Amazon covers most of the Amazon Basin and represents over half the remaining rainforests on Earth. Moreover, it contains more species of tropical rainforest than anywhere else in the world.Read more...
Hostel Review: Hostal Chimenea, Banos, Ecuador
Banos, a popular city on the backpacker circuit in Ecuador, is a worthwhile stop for any budget and adventure traveler. When choosing an accommodation, I highly recommend Hostal Chimenea, a clean and well-located guesthouse in the city.Read more...
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