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Situated in the “middle of the world,” Ecuador’s capital, Quito, serves up a wealth of deep cultural experiences. Lola Augustine Brown offers a roundup of the 10 best.
Source: Quick guide to Quito: 10 cultural treasures you don’t want to miss
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The city of Cuenca has seen a steady trickle of expats in recent years…
Source: Forget Florida—U.S. Retirees Are Hitting the Rainforest in Ecuador
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Are you planning to travel to Ecuador? You will surely miss out on incredible experiences and things to do in Quito if you skip this gem of a city.
Source: 19 Excellent Things To Do in Quito, Ecuador on Vacation
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“If the place you live in doesn’t delight and amaze you every day, you’re doing it wrong. And that’s how I feel about Cuenca,” says Saralee Squires.
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An open-air museum whose walls and narrow streets have witnessed countless historical events and developments dating back centuries, the Ecuadorian capital’s Old Town boasts a range of architectural, archaeological and artistic treasures among its tourist offerings. Those riches are apparent in the buildings of that colonial center but also in its museums, some located within imposing complexes and others in more modest structures whose small doors are gateways to more unknown aspects of its past.
Source: Quito’s historic center: Open-air museum home to host of treasures – La Prensa Latina Media
Abundant sea life and giant tortoises are the stars of the Galapagos Islands, a volcanic archipelago off the coast of Ecuador.
Source: Discover the Natural Marvels of the Galapagos Islands for Yourself
Many animals in the Galapagos Islands are endemic only to the islands as part of a unique ecosystem. Enjoy these Galapagos animals in photos…
Source: Unique Galapagos Islands Animals in Photos | The Planet D
A Galapagos itinerary from Jordan Harvey, a member of Travel + Leisure’s A-List, a collection of the top travel advisors in the world.
Source: Jordan Harvey’s Ultimate 7-Day Galapagos Islands Itinerary
With as many activities available as islets to explore, the Galapagos Islands offer a trip you won’t forget anytime soon. Renowned diving sites, brilliant hiking, utterly unique flora and fauna and scenic bays offer just a few reasons for you to spend a week or two chartering through the islands, with onshore fine dining offering you the opportunity to mingle with locals and other adventurous souls – the Galapagos really has it all.
The Galapagos Islands are the home to incredible wildlife, tropical beaches, green highlands, and tons of attractions. It does not come as a surprise that these UNESCO World Heritage Site destinations have continued to welcome innumerable tourists, scientists, birdwatchers and wildlife lovers every day of the year.
Source: The Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Galapagos Islands
Planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands? Read on to find out when to visit, where to stay, what to do, and much more to ace your vacation.
Ecuador’s capital blends its colonialist history with modern flourishes.
Source: 19 things to do in Quito if you love architecture and design
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ecuadorian capital offers rich history and a budding food scene, pretty parks and plazas, and a mother lode of history and culture.
Source: Great Escapes: Quito, a Colorful, Cultured City in the Heart of the Andes
From neo-gothic architecture to aristinal ice cream, there are tons of reasons to take a four-day Quito vacation in Ecuador.
Source: Church Hopping, Volcano Hikes, and Equatorial Experiments: The 4-Day Weekend in Quito
It’s no wonder then that over 5,000 expats call Cuenca home. And while many of them are happy to fully embrace their overseas retirement, plenty more are taking the opportunity to explore their entrepreneurial side.
Source: Tap Into the Growing “Expat Economy” in Cuenca, Ecuador – International Living
The Galápagos Islands promote sustainable tourism by sourcing local guides, managing species’ populations, and limiting tourists.
Welcome tourists! In this edition, Tom Sawyer will talk about the capital of the South American country that is the main exporter of bananas in the world, besides being one of the smallest countries in the American continent. Tom Sawyer is talking about San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador. Its formal foundation dates to 1534 and it has a population of 2.7 million people while its metropolitan area exceeds 3 million people.
Source: Wonderful World: Discover Quito – Dos Mundos Bilingual Newspaper
Cuenca, Ecuador… Full information on retiring, cost of living and real estate options for US citizens. Cuenca, Ecuador’s third-largest city.
Source: Cuenca, Ecuador: Retiring, Cost of Living and Lifestyle Info 2018
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