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…
Travel tip 1: Know the color of your suitcases
I was standing in a foreign land, tall blonde in a crowded airport, bustling people beyond exhausted scrambling around after a long day. I looked GREAT (sarcasm noted) with my black plastic glasses, matted airplane hair and the comfiest clothes I could find in my closet. And they lost my luggage. I approached the counter;…
Instagram // My favorite artists
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La Ronda – Classy nightlife in Quito, Ecuador
I’m all about some classy nightlife, so I’m all about La Ronda. What is La Ronda? It’s a street. One of the oldest in Quito. I’m a romantic, but there is just something about the jambled stone pathways. Some call it old, I call it rustic. During the day, it doesn’t seem like anything. At…
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…
Blue Jeans
I want to tell you that Quiteños (people who are from Quito) don’t wear blue jeans, but when you arrive to the city you will quickly point out that it’s not true. I’m sure you will find exceptions. But I still want to say it to you, because it’s an important concept. We think jeans…
Gifts
Birthday parties usually involve giving a gift. So if you get invited to a birthday party in Quito, consider bringing a gift. They also dress up for birthday parties, special occasions, and going out. It shows respect. We’re used to “token” gifts, but that is less common in the culture. Don’t attach a little tea…
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…