• By Gretchen Healey
• Tags crafts Ecuador Kichwa Otavalo

“Four generations or perhaps even more” says Miguel Andrango, master weaver, when I ask him how long his family has been in the trade. He himself can remember that far, but admits that there may have been more family members involved even further back. As for the present, he tells me that his four sons and … Continued

• By Gretchen Healey
• Tags accommodation floreana island floreana island galapagos Floreana Lava Lodge galapagos wildlife Puerto Velasco Ibarra snorkeling

The Galapagos’ Floreana Island has a history cloaked in mystery. There are unsolved murders, love triangles and old pirate caves to explore, as well as the natural wonders that the Galapagos Islands are deservedly famous for. We recommend that travelers learn a bit about the Island’s history prior to visiting to set the stage. There … Continued