Author: Mage Roro
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5 Experiences in Ecuador That Are Worth Waking Up Early For
Nobody enjoys setting an alarm for 4:30 in the morning while on vacation. But in Ecuador, there are mornings you’ll remember long after you’ve forgotten the extra hours of sleep. Some experiences simply happen before the rest of the world wakes up. The mountains glow with the first sunlight, wildlife becomes more active, markets come…
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Ready for Ecuador’s Most Iconic Roads? Routes You’ll Never Forget
Some journeys are all about the destination. In Ecuador, some of the most unforgettable moments happen between destinations, during a road trip in which you’ll be surrounded by Ecuador’s natural beauty. A simple drive can take you from snow-capped volcanoes to lush cloud forests, from winding mountain roads to the Pacific coastline, or from colorful…
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Ecuador’s Most Beautiful Markets: Where Culture, Food and Tradition Meet
One of the first pieces of advice I would give you when visiting Ecuador is surprisingly simple: Don’t just visit the landmarks you’ve heard about in the news—visit the markets. Yes, you’ll find all sorts of articles, including fresh fruit, handmade crafts, and delicious street food. But you’ll also immerse yourself in the everyday rhythm…
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How Ecuadorians Spend Their Weekends: 6 Places Locals Love
When travelers visit Ecuador for the first time, they often focus on the destinations they’ve seen in guidebooks: Quito’s historic center, Cotopaxi National Park, Baños, or the Galapagos Islands. And do not take me wrong: if you were about to visit Ecuador and only had a few days available for your trip, I would certainly…
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Hidden Towns in Ecuador That Travelers Should Absolutely Visit
When travelers plan their first trip to Ecuador, the same destinations usually make the list: Quito, Baños, Cuenca, the Amazon, and the Galapagos Islands. And Yes, they are major landmarks of Ecuador and do deserve the attention. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned as an Ecuadorian, it’s that some of the country’s most memorable…
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10 Things That Surprise Foreigners When They Visit Ecuador for the First Time
When travelers tell me they’re planning a trip to Ecuador, they usually mention one of three things: the Galapagos Islands, the Andes, or the Amazon rainforest. What they don’t realize is that Ecuador has a habit of surprising people. Over the years, I’ve spoken with countless foreign visitors who arrived with certain expectations and left…
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6 Iconic churches to visit in Quito: colonial gems and travel tips
Nestled high in the Andes, Quito was founded in 1534 and remains a UNESCO World Heritage city. Its narrow streets and plazas are still ringed by spectacular colonial churches. These include the Franciscans’ San Francisco, the Jesuits’ La Compañia, the Dominicans’ Santo Domingo, and others – all brimming with gold- leaf Baroque art. Each of the churches you…
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10 must-try coastal dishes in Ecuador
One of the best ways to experience Ecuador is through its food, and nowhere is that more evident than along the country’s Pacific Coast. Ecuadorian coastal cuisine combines fresh seafood, tropical ingredients, Afro-Ecuadorian influences, and generations of culinary tradition to create some of the most delicious dishes in South America. Whether you are planning a…
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Terjamanco: an affordable option to visit the Papallacta terms
An ideal cost-benefit terms option near Quito Terjamanco (also known as Jamanco Terms) sits on the shores of the Papallacta Lagoon. It is one of various wellness and recreation complexes in the Papallacta area, famous and built around volcanic thermal waters of a yellowish, crystal‑clear tone. What to expect on site Costs How to get…
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Kicker Rock: the snorkeling gem of the Galapagos
Kicker Rock (Leon dormido) is an ancient volcanic landmark and one of Galapagos’ most iconic sights. From Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island’s capital), the rock is visible roughly 17 km. offshore and reached by about 90 to 100 minutes on a boat ride. Its rugged twin pillars- remnants of a collapsed tuff cone– draw…