Category: Highlands
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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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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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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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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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Nightlife in Mindo
The top nightlife spots for a relaxed night out in Ecuador’s cloud forest Mindo is not the kind of destination you visit for a big-city club scene. What makes it special is the atmosphere: cloud forest energy, warm hospitality, craft drinks, and low-key places where travelers can unwind after a day of canopy tours, waterfalls,…
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Wings Over Ilalo
Jardin Alado’s flight of rescue and hope, a conservation-focused experience Jardin Alado is a wild bird rescue, rehabilitation, and sanctuary run by the Mateus Foundation, located on the slopes of Ilalo mountain (near Quito) that cares for injured and confiscated birds, rehabilitates many for release, and provides lifelong care for those that cannot return to…
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10 Reasons to Visit Ecuador
Ecuador: the country that has it all Ecuador is a South American country, localized between Colombia (north) and Peru (South), with a Pacific Ocean coast at the west. Despite its small size when compared to its neighbors, Ecuador is the most biodiverse nation per square kilometer on Earth, and has 4 totally different worlds coexisting.…
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10 safety tips for travelers visiting Ecuador
A practical guide for making your Ecuadorian experience a safer one Ecuador is home to one of the wildest and most diverse and unimaginable destinations in the world. Its population is known for its kindness, warmth, and willingness to help tourists and provide them with the best possible experience during their trip. Sadly, even if…
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Papallacta Hot Springs, Ecuador: The Ultimate Guide to Relaxation in the Andes
Discover Thermal Springs, Mountain Landscapes, and Outdoor Adventures Near Quito Nestled high in the Ecuadorian Andes, Papallacta is one of the country’s most relaxing and scenic destinations. Famous for its natural hot springs, breathtaking mountain views, and peaceful atmosphere, Papallacta is the perfect getaway destination, just 1 hour away from Quito. Papallacta town sits at…