Play Destination Ecuador’s Trivia Challenge by responding to the following questions in the comment section (number your answers please). One lucky person who answers all questions correctly will be chosen to win a coffee table book with beautiful photographs of the indigenous Amazonian Huaorani tribe. 1. What is the name of this well-known artisan market, […]
Five Fascinating Facts and the Galapagos Giant Tortoise 1. Weighing up to 400kgs (880 lbs), the Galapagos Giant Tortoise is the 10th heaviest living reptile. 2. The Galapagos Giant Tortoise can live more than 100 years in the wild and up to 170 years in captivity. 3. Fifteen subspecies of the Galapagos Giant Tortoise had […]
When planning a trip to Ecuador, one of the easiest questions to ask is also one of the most difficult to answer. That common question is, “What are the top places to visit in Ecuador?” If Ecuador only had a handful of interesting sights, the answer would be short and sweet. However, since Ecuador is […]
Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse countries on Earth. Although it’s about the same size as the state of Colorado, more than 1,500 bird species have been recorded within its borders along with an incredible number of plants, reptiles, amphibians, and countless varieties of insects. Ecuador’s amazing biodiversity is distributed across various ecosystems but […]
Banos, Ecuador has long been a top destination in this exciting Andean country. This small town is situated on the flanks of Tungurahua Volcano at an elevation of 1,800 meters and has a comfortable spring-like climate. Although Tungurahua is considered to be an active volcano, the activity most experienced by tourists comes in the form […]
Cool Ecuadorian Souvenirs After making a list of the gear and travel items needed for a trip to Ecuador, put together another list of things to buy during your time in this exciting Andean country. As with most places in the world, Ecuador has its set of wares and items that are unique to […]
Medical Considerations for Travel to Ecuador: The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that you see a doctor specializing in Travel Medicine 4-6 weeks prior to your travel to Ecuador in order for needed vaccines to take effect. Find a travel medicine clinic near you. Vaccine recommendations for travel to Ecuador: Routine: Verify […]
When is the best time to travel to Ecuador and the Galapagos? Ecuador is a year-round travel destination due to its diversity of landscapes. Different geographical regions have their own weather patterns and ideal visiting seasons. The high seasons of tourism generally coincide with American and European school vacation periods: December-January and June-August. What is […]
Blue Footed Booby in the Galapagos Islands The Blue Footed Booby is one of the most interesting birds in the world. The name “Booby” is thought to be derived from the Spanish word “Bobo” meaning stupid or foolish and the was most likely used when explorers observed the birds strange behavior on land….especially while mating. […]
