The Galápagos Islands The Galápagos are a group of islands, made famous by both Darwin’s theory of evolution as well as the spectacular fauna and plant life. They lie approximately…
On a Bike is where it begins, but Quito Bike Tours does not stop there After a phenomenal hike to the peak of Ruco Pichincha (reaching 4700 above sea level)…
Hitting a Natural High at 4700 metres For hiking aficionados climbing Ruco Pichincha on the eastern side of Quito in Ecuador is a must. At 4700 metres it’s the capital’s…
Escape from Quito to experience the countryside Sierra Alisos is a unique and picturesque hacienda in Tambillo, in the foothills of Mount Atacazo, and only a 50-minute car-ride away from…
Vegan Quito…off the beaten track experiences The city of Quito and Quito’s vegan scene is ruffling her feathers and the shackles of conservatism are slowly being shaken off. Quito wants…
Time to Dance Samba in Encarnación Encarnación. Where’s that? What, there’s a carnival there? Isn’t that in Brazil? Many people have heard about, and some have even been, to the…