From Quito to Cuenca, Otavalo to the Galapagos, and much more.  Looking for beautiful beaches, mountains, culture, or glacial climbing? Ecuador has it.

Five Things to Do in ECUADOR

Ecuador has much to offer.  We used up almost our entire three-month visa before moving Read more

VISIT THE GALAPAGOS AND SWIM WITH SEA LIONS

Do it on a budget by day-tripping, or upscale it a little with a cruise

Aww-Dorable Sea Lions and Sharks in Galapagos

When someone yells, Shark! while swimming, normally people get out of the water.  So I had to laugh at the irony

Look for the Boobies! The Galapagos Islands

Years ago, watching a documentary on the Galapagos Islands, I was enamored with the idea of an isolated place with

Day-Tripping in Galapagos

On the eighth and final day of our Floreana cruise, we looped around the island called Daphne Major, twice.  What

HIKE THE STUNNING MOUNTAINS IN ECUADOR

Quilotoa Loop: Scrambling on the Edge

The Quilotoa Loop is a remote trail linking several high Andean villages and towns in the Cotopaxi province. The ancient

STRANGE THINGS

Some things in South America may feel strange at first.  They are new, or maybe not something you are used to, but after a while, they too can become normal.

When the Strange Becomes Normal: South American Travel

The first time we see something new, it sometimes seems strange.  Isolated groups of people often see the rest of

THE STORY OF BORIS

Boris has such an inspiring life story. He and his wife are the visionaries behind the Dunamis Foundation. They help young girls who have been rescued from human trafficking live meaningful lives.  Our time with them motivated us to monetize this blog and donate 100% of the net proceeds to their foundation.

Guerrillas on a Dark Foggy Night: A Nightmare Remembered

The fire crackles behind me. It is a chilly night and the darkness seems to have muted all sound. Light Read more

Life on the Streets in Ecuador

Seventeen Years Ago The cold night air seemed to reach to the bone and the boy's entire body shivers. He shifts Read more

Ecuador has even more!

Be sure to research and don’t miss out on Baños, the center for adventure.
Climb Mt. Chimborazo even as a newbie, or take part in an Amazon experience.