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La Basílica – A Quito, Ecuador must-see
When it comes to Quito classics, this is probably my number one pick. Gotta do the Basílica. For about 3 bucks and a janky ladder climb to the top of the steeples, this combines sightseeing with a a little bit of adventure and a great view sure to give memories. There’s a cute little cafe,…
Panecillo – a Quito, Ecuador landmark
Aaah, the Panecillo. It’s one of the trademark views of Quito — and yet personally, one of my least favorite things to actually see. A weird statue of some version of Mary stomping on a dragon with a chain, it always struck a more creepy chord for me than beautiful. However, if you want to…
The Quito, Ecuador bucket list: sights edition
Alright, I’ll start with the famous ones and then go into a few personal favorites that won’t make normal lists. La Basílica La Ronda El Panecillo La Plaza Grande El Teleférico Amy’s additional stops: Parque Carolina, especially the boats Quicentro Norte Plaza Foch during the day El Mercado Artesenal El Estadio for a game or…
Teleférico in Quito, Ecuador
Take a taxi to teleférico, then start the ascent up. It will be hard to find a ride down or a cab at the bottom of the hill, it’s best to have the number of a taxi driver or arrange a certain pick up time ahead of time. You can also take an Uber there….
Welcome to Guayaquil, Ecuador
Guayaquil was, hands down, one of the best trips of my life. It probably had to do more with the company and that it was one of my first experiences of freely traveling and seeing whatever I wanted, but it will always stick in my mind. Plus, I love water, I love hot, so Guayaquil…
Quicentro Norte Shopping Center in Quito, Ecuador
I love Quicentro (Norte). This area is not only one of my favorite places in Quito, or in Ecuador, but it is one of my favorites in the world. Mountains in the background, Parque Carolina the park with all the families on outings and dudes playing sports, palm trees, fancy buildings. Its the blend of…
The Market – El Mercado Artesanal in Quito, Ecuador
El Mercado Artesenal is the best place to find some really good handcrafted Ecuadorian goods. It’s a tightly-packed, colorful market woven together by assertive sellers and more vivid colors and alpaca wool than you can imagine. Here’s a tip: You’ve got to bargain. Even better, just know a good price, speak a little Spanish, and…