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The Most Famous Rooster In Quito
Once upon a time, as all good fairy tales begin, there was a rich and arrogant man who lived in the colonial city of Quito. This gentleman lived like a prince. Worse, he thought himself better than the people of the city. Better than his peers. Even better than the...
Which City is Right for You: Quito or Guayaquil?
While it is possible to love both of Quito and Guayaquil, each of these Ecuadorian cities has a unique vibe. Huge differences in climate and geographic location have led to distinctly different cultures and traditions. That means you might naturally be attracted to...
If the Oldest Ceibo Tree in Ecuador Could Tell Tales
An unexpected oddity grows on the Isla San Cristobal in the Galapagos, an ancient ceibo tree. It flourishes in the small community of El Progresso, a short distance outside Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, where the cruise ships dock and most visitors to the islands stay....
Galapagos Sierra Negra Volcano Erupts (Updated July 8, 2018)
After seeing increased activity for the past couple of months, the second-largest volcanic crater in the world has erupted on June 26, 2018. When the volcano first showed signs increased activity, the Ecuadorian Geographic Institute advised visitors to the Galapagos...
Baños de Agua Santa – A Place of Pilgrimage
Before Europeans ever arrived in Ecuador, native peoples visited the area around modern day Baños to bathe in the mountain springs. They believed that the local volcano and pagan goddess, Mama Tungurahua, provided both hot and cold springs found near the base of a...
The Best Places to Photograph Cotopaxi
The Cotopaxi Volcano, the second highest mountain in Ecuador, lies a mere 35 kilometers outside of the capital city, Quito. A grand 5,897 meters (19,347 feet) high, this active volcano is popular with sports enthusiasts of all kinds. While Cotopaxi National Park...
Look Out USA, Here Comes The Tree Tomato!
Great news for tree tomato lovers! As of July 5, 2018, the Ecuadorian tomate de árbol can legally enter the United States! On June 5, 2018, the US Embassy in Quito announced that the USDA is prepared to inspect and accept shipments of fresh tomate de árbol. That means...
The Best Places to Photograph Antisana
Antisana, the fourth highest mountain in Ecuador, spends much of its time hidden behind huge layers of cloud. It's a shame as this is the most glorious of the Ecuadorian Nevados (snow-topped volcanoes). Its fickle nature makes it one of the more difficult volcanoes to...
How Well Do You Know Quito, Ecuador?
Quito is a perennial favorite in the World Travel Awards, winning South America's Top Leading Destination every year since 2013. Most people know that this Andean city is the capital of Ecuador and that its high altitude location makes it the second...
Traditional Corpus Christi Celebrations in Ecuador
What is Corpus Christi? Literally translated as "The Body of Christ," Corpus Christi is a day in which Catholics celebrate the presence of the body and blood of Christ. A Holy Mass is held on the Thursday following Trinity Sunday, exactly two months after Holy...