If there’s somewhere in Ecuador that has a true eternal spring-like climate, maybe it’s Chordeleg. Besides the wonderful climate, Chordeleg is neat to visit as the country’s top silver destination. The silver shops line the streets all around the main plaza. Where to stay in Chordeleg? Residencial Gualaceo: Gran Colombia 3-02 In nearby Gualaceo, this … Continue reading My Take of Chordeleg
If you only had 5 days in this little, but diverse country, Id recommend flying into Quito. Once in Quito see the colonial old town, the best in Ecuador, then go up the teleferico (cable car) which has some spectacular views and a nice hiking trail. Then be sure to go out partying in EL … Continue reading Discover Ecuador: My Top 5 Day Itinerary
Banos, Ecuador For a 10 day trip to Ecuador, Id do what I recommended in the 5 day itinerary as seen below first… First fly into Quito. Once in Quito see the colonial old town, the best in Ecuador, then go up the teleferico (cable car) which has some spectacular views and a nice … Continue reading My Top Ecuador 10 Day Itinerary
Unless you’ve been living in a hole the last few weeks, you know that Julian Assange, the founder and hacker behind WikiLeaks requested and was granted asylum by Ecuador. As a foreigner who lives here in Ecuador, and works in the tourism industry, I have to say I don’t think it was a good decision … Continue reading My Take on the Assange Fiasco
I know, I know. It’s about time I talk about the first business idea that comes to the mind of many foreigners when buying property in Ecuador. Start a Bed and Breakfast. I know the business quite well, in fact, I have a B&B in Guayaquil. Here are 8 lessons I’ve learned the hard way … Continue reading 8 Hard Lessons Learned from my B&B in Ecuador