We all know that person. You know – the one who claims to love travel but really has ulterior motives. Here are all of those awful reasons all in one place. (And don’t worry, if one of these reasons is your reason – your secret’s safe with me.) And while I don’t travel for these [...]
Are you taking a trip to Ecuador? Or maybe just looking for some classic latino flavors? Here are nine Ecuador beverages to check out: 9 Ecuador Beverages You Need to Try Right Now! For me, one of the best things about exploring a new place is trying all the local cuisine I can get my hands on. It’s [...]
Although tiny, Ecuador is a very diverse country. In this post, I’ll share 21 unusual and interesting facts about Ecuador. While there are many common fact about Ecuador, I won’t bore you with those. We all know it’s in South America and that they speak Spanish. Here you can learn some things you probably didn’t [...]
Visiting Ecuador and looking for a great Cuenca tour? In this post, you’ll get to see the best of the city of Cuenca Ecuador in this 12-video tour of the city. In this post, I’ve put together our 12 best videos for a great Cuenca driving tour. On this virtual Cuenca tour, you have two options: [...]
In this post, I’ll share 15 things to do in Ecuador’s Andes Mountains. Image copyright 4Volcanoes Lodge When most people think of Ecuador, the first thing that comes to mind is the Galapagos. But Ecuador is so much more than those wonderfully bizarre Galapagos animals. In this post, you’ll learn about 15 attractions that you can [...]
This is part of our Ecuador Expats Series. Do you live in Ecuador? Share your Story here. Our Life in Ecuador: Todd & Heidi Gorishek The Expats: Todd & Heidi Gorishek Connect with Todd and Heidi Blog: www.toddtalkinecuador.com Where are you currently living? My wife Heidi, my adult son Easton, and I are currently living in Cuenca, Ecuador [...]
One week ago today we (along with 7 large bags of luggage, 2 bikes and our dog) left Ecuador, and not just for a vacation. It was very difficult and emotional for our whole family. The Sunday before, we packed everything and sold off all our belongings. Many of our friends came over to see [...]
How do you eat dark chocolate? Do you eat it slow, savoring each bite? Or maybe you like to gobble it down in a few bites (like me)? Learning to Savor Dark Chocolate In this post, we learn how to actually taste chocolate. This is a new experience for me. (It’s so hard not to chew [...]
Ever thought about hiking an active volcano? Sound crazy? If someone had told me a few years ago that I would be hiking active volcanoes in Ecuador, I would have laughed and said “nope, not me!” But that’s exactly what I did – and it was spectacular. I Hiked an Active Galapagos Volcano While traveling [...]
Everyone wants to know about the climate in Cuenca. On an almost daily basis, we get asked: When is the rainy season in Cuenca? What is the best time to visit? When is it hottest in Cuenca? These are some of the most common questions from travelers and prospective expats. And it is understandable – [...]
