The number of people who run into me on my way to the beach and ask “you’re going… alone…?” like it’s something crazy. Ummmm.. yeah, me and 50 other people beachin’ it. I wanted to go to the beach, no one else wanted to go to the beach right then, so instead of pouting, I…
Adventure is where you are at
Adventure is a mindset, it’s not a destination. And it begins right where you’re at…
Travel like you
One thing about travel is, it’s hot. It looks good on Instagram, we see guys and gals with huge backpacks and greasy hair trekking across Asia. I’m going to let you in on something I’m still learning. Travel like you. Some girls go no-makeup, messy buns, cargo shorts, tank tops, Chacos. I would hate that,…
Comfort Zones
Comfort zones grow slowly – but when they’re big, you’re so free.And it’s so fun. And every step, one step at a time, can be exhilarating along the way… So I’m letting you in on my travel strategy here. When I first moved to Ecuador four years ago, I was terrified. I was nervous, feared for…
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….
Don’t wear shorts in the mountains
After living 2 years in Quito, I could tell apart the other fair-skinned blondes who LIVE in the city and those who were VISITING the city. It was that easy. One of the biggest ones? Tourists wear shorts. If you’re going to the beach of Ecuador, wear shorts, flip flops, crazy hats, whatever. If you’re…
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…
Where you (should) be fine to eat greens in Quito, Ecuador
I accept no liability for this article or anything on this website. Some of my friends would tell you anywhere. Some would tell you nowhere. I tell you… this is my list. MadMex – walking on Naciones Unidos in CCNU mall before you hit the Stadium or Quicentro. I have eaten the veggies there countless…
How to eat out like a queen (on a tight budget)
I love eating out. I’ve always been that way. Everything about it. I love slowing down, laughing over an appetizer with friends, not having to cook, not having to clean. I like going out at night, getting dressed up, looking fine, seeing the night lights. I love the music that plays, being away from my…
From the Redwood Forest…
The Redwood Forest was magical. Too cliché? But really, if you have the chance I would highly recommend checking it out. It’s on my must-see-list-before-you-die. When me and my friend Treasure first got out of the car and saw what was common for us – a tree – but massively beyond what our minds had…