Category: The Andes
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...
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Alausí Welcomes Back the Nariz del Diablo Tourist Train
With the grand re-opening of the Nariz del Diablo, the famous train ride that starts in Alausi,...
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The Chimborazo Lodge
I feel joy each time I drive up the rutted dirt road to the gated entrance of Marco Cruz’s...
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52 Places To Go in Quito, Ecuador
In honor of Quito making the New York Times list, 52 Places To Go In 2024, I am sharing my...
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Hiking Guagua Pichincha
2024 Update – Before planning this hike, please check current conditions with the GAD in...
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Ancient Pyramids of Cochasquí
Not far from the imaginary line that divides the world in half is an archeology site still waiting...
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Experience The Dry Desert Near Quito
One of the best places to experience the Andean Dry Desert near Quito, Ecuador is at Parque...
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Stunning Orchids at Quito’s Botanical Garden
I look forward to orchid season in and around Quito! That means from about December through April,...
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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...
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Going To Mindo? Stop at Maraksacha.
Learn about the Maraksacha Reserve, an exciting birdwatching hotspot located a short distance from Quito along the route to Mindo, Ecuador.
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Rolando Luna’s Labor of Love: Pomasquinde
“Cuida el wayqu, mi padre me decía….” “Protect the ravine, my father said...
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Mindo’s First Woman Bird Guide: Julia Patiño
“Do you know Mindo’s first woman bird guide? Her name is Julia Patiño.” Mindo, Ecuador, located...
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