Category: Tips & Travel Hacks
7 Essential Tips for Tackling High Altitude Travel
I have discovered a love for high altitude travel that makes my poor, altitude-hating husband want...
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Global Rescue Medical Plan for Travel in South America? Check.
Writing about safety is complicated. It’s not that we’re scared to travel—far from it. But we’ve...
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SIMplify your Next Trip with Holafly’s eSim
How does the Holafly eSIM perform in Ecuador? Scott gives a rundown on setup, coverage, and...
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Our Favorite Face Masks for Safe Travel
Have you ever wondered which face mask provides the best protection for international travel? You...
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How to Apply for the Tourist Visa Extension
Applying for your tourist visa extension in Ecuador need not be complicated. Since we went through...
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Do You Really Need an RFID-Blocking Wallet or Passport Holder?
There are over 20,000 RFID-blocking wallets and similar products on Amazon. Do you really need one...
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The Gringo’s Guide to Riding the Quito Metro
The Quito Metro is a fast, affordable, and efficient way to get around Ecuador’s capital. As one...
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Where to See Hummingbirds in Ecuador
Birdwatchers from around the world come to Ecuador in hopes of seeing as many as 132 species of...
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Our Recommended Ecuador News Websites
Recently, we had a reader reach to ask for our recommendations on websites to read Ecuador news....
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Best Gifts for Birders & Birdwatchers
Learn the difference between a bird watcher and a birder and find the perfect gift for either.
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5 Essential Tips To Avoid Mosquito Bites
On my recent trip to Ecuador’s Amazon, I was extremely fortunate to walk away without a...
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Seven Handy Tips for Hiking with MS
Not long ago, I thought my hiking days were done. When I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis...
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