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The birdlife in Galapagos (Part 1)

The Galapagos Islands are encircled by thousands of miles of Open Ocean, this fauna of the islands proves to be a natural for the seabirds to occupy and populate. Visitors notice about nineteen resident species while the Biologists estimate that 750,000 seabirds exist in Galapagos which includes thirty percent of the world’s blue-footed boobies. World’s […]

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The best monuments of the Quito School of Art

Quito, that was founded in the XVI Century on the ruins of an Inca city, has the best-preserved colonial downtown in Latin America. It is located in the heart of the Andes and has a lot of monuments worth to be visited that were part of the Baroque style imported from Europe. So, if you are an […]

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The best jewels to discover if you travel to Cuenca in Ecuador

Cuenca is a treasure to discover in Latin America, a city you fall in love with when you visit it. Known as the Athens of Ecuador, it is the third largest city, set in a valley surrounded by the Andean mountains in the south of the country. Why is this town so extraordinary? It is due […]

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The best cuisine for foodies if you travel to Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Islands are well known as a relaxing destination, or to live an adventure while enjoying the incredible biodiversity that inspired Darwin’s theory of species. But let me tell you Galapagos Islands are also a great destination for foodies, with gourmet dishes and high-end restaurants for the most exquisite palates. If you are looking for a gastronomic experience, […]

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The best beaches for relaxing in Galapagos

Are you ready to discover the most spectacular beaches in Galapagos Islands? Know the best beaches for relaxing in Galapagos. The ecuadorian Archipelago is one of the favourite tourists destinations. A big part of the visitors go there to observe and appreciate their natural wonders, the perfect scenario for relaxing and disconnecting. The Enchanted Islands are a paradise […]

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The best Art of the Inca Empire

The Incas had the largest Empire in pre-Columbian America. Their civilization started in Peru around the 12th Century. They developed a very rich culture, with their art, their traditions and a very complex development of civilization. Their main city was located in what is known as Cusco, nowadays a city of Peru that has preserved some of their origins. […]

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Santiago Island, tips before you travel there

Santiago is one of the marvelous islands in the Ecuadorian Archipelago, Galapagos Islands. It is the fourth largest island, with 585 square kilometers (226 sq mi), dominated by a volcanic dome surrounded by small cones. Along with some of the large western volcanoes of Isabela Island and Fernandina, Santiago is also volcanically active. Named Santiago in honor of […]

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The best activities if you travel to Ecuador with kids

One thing is to read about the Incas, or watch a documentary about the Galapagos Islands and their exotic animals, but another thing is to experience all this by yourself. Kids learn so much when travelling, and it is also a perfect moment for families to spend time together, have fun and also learn to deal with […]

San Marcos Neighborhood in Quito

San Marcos, magical neighborhood

Quito’s historic center is one of Latin America’s most well preserved. Most visitors of the center head over to the famed Independence Plaza, San Francisco Plaza or the Compañia de Jesus Church. While all of these places are must-sees, also not to miss in the center is a magical neighborhood – San Marcos – tucked away in its […]