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  • Jorge Saade – Violin Virtuoso of Ecuador

    Jorge Saade, or Jorge Saade-Scaff, is the most talented and extraordinary violinist that Ecuador has ever seen. His achievements and awards as a musician are testament to his unmatched natural ...

  • Experience the Thrill of Enduro Motor Cycling in Ecuador

    The South American country of Ecuador has three major geographical regions – the Andes Mountains, coastal plains and the Amazon basin - each fascinating in their own way. Enduro motor cycling ...

  • The Galapagos Fur Seal

    If you are fortunate enough to visit the Galapagos Islands when you travel to Ecuador, you should keep an eye out for a rare species of seal known as the "Galapagos Fur Seal" (Arctocephalus ...

  • National Folkloric Ballet Jacchigua

    Each Wednesday evening the Theater Demetrio Aguilera Malta of the Casa de La Cultura Ecuatoriana in the city of Quito, Ecuador, comes alive with color and sound as the National Folkloric Ballet ...

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What to See

  • Pujili

    For many, no trip to any country in South America is quite complete until they have visited a traditional market where they can barter and trade to their heart’s content. Ecuador is home to a number of great indigenous markets where people from small satellite villages gather together on a regular basis to sell their crafts and trades and to purchase new supplies. Supporting such a market ...

  • Ibarra

    A colonial town with small cobbled streets just 45 miles away from Quito, Ibarra is the capital of the Imbabura province. Ibarra is situated between the Imbabura Volcano and the Tahuando River and has quite a peaceful environment. The weather is generally pleasant, making it the ideal spot for someone looking to 'get away from it all'.

  • Latacunga

    Cotopaxi is one of the many provinces in Ecuador. Cotopaxi is home to Latacunga, which is the capital of the province. Latacunga is situated on a plateau, which is a piece of land that is much higher then the surrounding flat areas. It is approximately 2,850 meters or 9,055 feet above the mean sea level.

  • Bahia De Caraquez

    Bahia de Caraquez is one of the more peaceful and ecologically friendly destinations in Ecuador. Looking at the beauty of this coastal resort, it is hard to imagine that it was almost completely destroyed by the earthquakes that it suffered in 1997 and again in 1998. The earthquakes and natural disasters that shook Bahia de Caraquez were a result of the El Niño phenomenon. This eco-city is ...

  • Otavalo

    The small mountain town of Otavalo is perhaps most renowned because of the famous market that has been established here. People from all over the world come to see the striking array of hand crafted goods that are available in this local market every year. What makes the market so special? Well, none of the hand crafted goods available here are commercialized versions of true original ...

  • Machala

    At first glance, the small city of Machala doesn't look like much. But its somewhat humble appearance is only the surface of this diverse little city. Not taking the time to explore this busy little commercial center would be a mistake – there is so much more to it than meets the eye!

  • Puerto Ayora

    Located on the southern coast of the Galapagos island of Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora is the largest port in the area and is home to quite a number of people. Puerto Ayora is known for the high standard of living that is enjoyed by its residents. A relaxed atmosphere pervades the town and tourists will find that, though they might be busy taking in the sights, they will still be able to unwind. ...

  • Huaquillas Zaruma

    Ecuador is made up of many provinces but the one we will be concentrating on is the El Oro Province. This is a coastal province in the southern part of the country. The capital of the province is a town called Machala, one of fourteen different cantons found here.