Life is unexpected. It really changes without notice. It's funny though. How we plan and plan, how we have everything calculated and how it doesn't really matter. No matter how much we plan, we never know what's going to happen. I started this blog with a very clear idea in mind. I thought I was… Continue reading Reality
Tag: Ecuador
Carnaval
There are many things I love about Ecuador, but carnaval has to be one of my favorites. It doesn't really have a set date, it happens either in February or March, and it's celebrated in different ways, depending on which region you're at in the moment. I've always spent carnaval in the Coast, except for… Continue reading Carnaval
The Coast
Like I said before, Ecuador has four worlds in one country, and every one of those worlds is infinitely different than the others. It would amaze to know exactly how different they are, sometimes it feels like it's four different countries we're talking about. The first one I want to tell you about is the… Continue reading The Coast
Is Ecuador safe?
As someone who was born and raised in Ecuador, I've never really asked myself if it's a safe country to live or visit. That was until I heard a lot of people think it's a scary place to visit because of crime. I remember the first time I heard someone ask me if I was… Continue reading Is Ecuador safe?
Fun Facts about Ecuador
1. Panama Hats aren't from Panama Panama hats were always made in Ecuador, originating in a small town called "Montecristi." Panama hats were actually never made in Panama. "How did they get their name then?" you might be asking yourself. Well, they became popular in Panama when they were constructing the Panama canal. So popular… Continue reading Fun Facts about Ecuador
Montecristi
Montecristi is a small town located in the province of Manabi. It's near a major port city called Manta, which has become somewhat popular thanks to the fact it's a stopping place for a lot of cruises. Montecristi was formed in the 1530s, when locals had to run away from the pirates and conquerors that… Continue reading Montecristi
Montañita
For now, let's drive away from my home for a while and I'll take to one of the most famous places in Ecuador. One of the few places on earth where you can go and meet people from, quite literally, everywhere. This place I'm going to tell you about is a backpacker's dream. Whether you… Continue reading Montañita
A jungle between palmtrees
You might think the only thing you can see in the Coast are palm trees, sand and the ocean, but you would be wrong. The Coast is full of jungles, rain forests and national parks full of adventure ready for you to explore and enjoy. Before I tell you about what I've lived, you should… Continue reading A jungle between palmtrees
My home
I would like to tell you about my favorite part of Ecuador first, my home. I was born and grew up in the Ecuadorian Coast. My American father built his hotel in a small backpacker town called Montañita, where the waves are perfect and the people are welcoming. He loved meeting new people and nothing… Continue reading My home
Four worlds, One country
The first thing you should know about Ecuador it’s that it is one of the most diverse countries in the world, it has the most biodiversity per square kilometre of any nation, which means that if you love nature, there is no better place to be. Even if you’re not really an outdoorsy person, Ecuador… Continue reading Four worlds, One country
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