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Andean Traditions: Understanding Ecuador’s Day of the Dead
In Ecuador, Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Dead or Day of the Deceased) is celebrated on November 2nd. While it may share similarities with Mexico’s Día de los Muertos, Ecuadorian traditions create a uniquely Andean celebration, blending pre-Hispanic customs with...
We Are Stronger When We Work Together
Crowdfunding works best when we work collaboratively. Together, we are strong.
Amerika, The Best Artisan Beer in Ecuador
I tasted three excellent artisan. beers made by Amerik, an Ecuadorian beer company that caps each bottle by hand.
Designing a Quiet Experience with Gordon Hempton
Gordon Hempton is in search of silence, in all its forms.
An Insider’s Guide to Celebrating Easter in Quito, Ecuador
Celebrating Easter in Quito, Ecuador doesn't need to be complicated. Here is a simple guide to help you understand the ins and outs of the weeklong celebration. Hot Tip: Easter Sunday is the least celebrated day of this event-packed week. Holy Week in Quito Holy Week...
Are You Ready To Fall In Love With Quito, Ecuador?
Quito, Ecuador has a lot to offer the international traveler. But is it the right place for you? Take our quiz to find out!
Celebrating Christmas in Ecuador
Will you spend Christmas in Ecuador? Whether you are headed to the Galapagos Islands, the beautiful beaches of the Pacific Coast, the jungles of the Amazon Basin, or the high Andes, there are a few customs you might like to understand before arriving. Christmas Lights...
Protect Ansenuza National Park’s Flamboyant Flamingos
The wild flamingos of the newly created Ansenuza National Park in Cordoba, Argentina need our help. Despite living in a protected habitat, these striking birds are in peril.
The Imminent Threat of Cotopaxi Updated 2022
Since Cotopaxi is once again threatening to erupt, we are updating this article, which we originally published in 2015. When Cotopaxi spewed mild amounts of lahar and spat ash clouds into the sky in 2015, the government began evacuating folks and it caused panic....
Where Do You Start in Cusco, Peru?
Our two-week vacation to Peru and Bolivia started as a pipe dream months before our actual trip. But even then, as avid readers of National Geographic (thanks, Grandpa!), we understood that Cusco would be our first step into exploring the Andean nation of Peru. When I...