Everything you need to know about Ecuador Carnival
Carnival is a festival of many names. It is referred to as Fat Tuesday in English, Mardi-Gras in French, and Carnaval in Spanish or Portuguese...
The Galapagos Islands: 4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
The Galapagos Islands have become synonymous with biodiversity and wildlife conservation, and with good reason. This 19-island archipelago is home...
To Cruise or Island – Hop That is the Question Touring The Galapagos
In the Galapagos Islands, crystal white beaches teem with playful sea lions, feisty iguanas, kooky blue-footed boobies, and puffed-up...
What You Need to Know to Travel to Ecuador and the Galapagos
Ecuador has opened its borders to travelers, and though there are some things you need to know if you plan to take advantage. As of August 6th...
Life on the Equator : The Diverse Landscape of Ecuadorian Culture
With a population of 17 million people and a surface area slightly smaller than Nevada, Ecuador is a small but mighty country. The Amazon, Andes...
The Mystery and History of the Panama Hat
When you’re spending a lot of time out in the hot sun, one of the best things to have with you is a light-weight, wide-brimmed hat. One of the...
Cuenca, Ecuador – the History Athens of the Andes
When thinking of Ecuador, most people first think of the Galapagos Islands, and perhaps the capital city of Quito. Less known, but just as...
The Galapagos Islands & Charles Darwin
The Galapagos Islands are a top-rated destination to visit, and with good reason – it's not only a tropical paradise, with the archipelago lying...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Ecuador
In this 4th installment of our series on Christmas in South America, we will give you a glimpse into how Christmas is celebrated in Ecuador. A...
Beyond the Galapagos Islands: Exploring Ecuador’s Other Geographic Gems
Ecuador has a lot more going for it than the Galapagos Islands, teeming with wildlife though they may be. The famous islands 1,000 kilometers from...