Alandaluz – Passionate Embrace for Life

The beautiful Alandaluz eco-lodge situated on the Pacific coastline of the Manabi Province of Ecuador, is a superb example of how to enjoy the wonders of nature without disturbing the area’s essential ecological balance. Visitors to Alandaluz generally make the trip by bus from the city of Manta, along some exquisite coastline which is referred to as the “sun route”. On arrival at the eco-lodge, which is built primarily of bamboo, visitors are welcomed with true Ecuadorian hospitality and the promise of a memorable stay.

Benjamin Carrion – A Legacy of Culture Promotion

Benjamin Carrion (1897-1979) was a tireless supporter of Ecuadorian culture, which he went to great lengths to promote. He was the founder and first President of the Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana (The House of the Ecuadorian Culture) situated in Quito, which to this day is a center focused on the development and maintenance of authentic national culture, welcoming visitors to view the exhibitions, film screenings, dance performances and many other exciting events held there.

Jefferson Perez – Reaching for Olympic Gold

Ecuadorian track and field athlete, Jefferson Perez, did his country proud when he won Ecuador’s first Olympic medal in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics for race-walking. Proving that he was not just a “one-hit wonder”, Perez went on to set a record in his specialty of the 20 kilometer race-walk at the 2003 World Championships in Paris, followed by a gold medal in Helsinki in 2005 and another in Osaka in 2007. He also clinched fourth place finishes at the Sydney Olympics in 2000 and the Athens Olympics in 2004, and has qualified to compete at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Adventure Galore at Misahualli Jungle Lodge

Situated on a 145-hectare plot of lush primary rainforest, wedged like an island between the Napo River and Misahualli River at the point where the two rivers converge, the Misahualli Jungle Lodge offers tourists the opportunity to experience the wonders of Ecuador’s natural treasures at their very best. The lodge is constructed to blend in with the beautiful surroundings and adheres to sound eco-tourism practices.

Pamela Cortes – Ecuador’s Shooting Star

Talented Ecuadorian singer, actress and dancer, Pamela Cortes has, in her relatively short career, won numerous awards for her performances. She is very popular in her home country of Ecuador, and is considered to be a good unofficial ambassador for her country when she travels and performs abroad.