Banos, the adventure capital of Ecuador
Baños is known as the adventure or adrenaline capital of Ecuador, but there is still a lot for people who aren’t quite as adventurous.
A Joining of Civilizations–Ecuador’s Only Inca Ruins
While living in Cuenca, Ecuador, we heard about the only Inca ruins in Ecuador. I love visiting ruins, and these are a bit unique, so I couldn’t resist. A local Spanish teacher was taking a group of people on a day trip that sounded wonderful, and we decided to join her and a handful of tourists. We began the day with a trip to some Cañari ruins on a small mountain known as Cojitambo. The Cañari were a pre-Incan civilization...
A slice of paradise on Ecuador’s coast
We came to this area for Tigger to take some surfing lessons. We “discovered” this little beach town (Olón) while staying at a nearby resort and immediately fell in love with it and moved there after our stay at the resort was done. Tigger and I both agreed this town has made it onto our list of places we’d live longer term. In this photo I loved the juxtaposition of the thatched cabañas, the awnings for people...
The good life of the Ecuadorian coast
I thought this view would be really cool to share with you. It′s from our room at the Samai Lodge outside of Olón, Ecuador.–Tigger
A taste of indigenous Ecuador
We recently went to visit Cañari (pre-Incan) and Incan ruins outside of Cuenca. This photo is a door an indigenous home. One of the most photogenic doors I’ve ever seen. For more photos of Cuenca and some of the nearby ruins, check out our Facebook page.
Banos de Agua Santa
Baños de Agua Santa is known as the adrenaline capital of Ecuador and for good reason. Here are some fun activities to do in this wonderful city.
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