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Read more about the article Pumapungo Museum: A Photo Gallery

Pumapungo Museum: A Photo Gallery

There are so many museums in Cuenca, Ecuador, and we think the Museo del Banco Central, or Museo Pumapungo, is one definitely worth visiting. This large museum can be found…

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Read more about the article Exploring Ecuador’s Cajas National Park

Exploring Ecuador’s Cajas National Park

Clouds hung low over the mountains above Cuenca, clinging to the lush vegetation and damp rocks. Our bus wound up the road en route to Guayaquil, but we were prepared…

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Read more about the article Montañita, Ecuador: A City Guide

Montañita, Ecuador: A City Guide

Great waves, a lively party scene, tasty food, and beautiful surroundings make Montañita a great hub for backpackers along the coast of Ecuador. We met quite a few backpackers who…

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Read more about the article 7 Things to Do in Cuenca, Ecuador

7 Things to Do in Cuenca, Ecuador

Cuenca has become a popular destination in Ecuador for those visiting the southern part of the country. There is a wide variety of attractions in the city and the area…

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Read more about the article 5 Things to do in Montañita, Ecuador

5 Things to do in Montañita, Ecuador

Montañita has become a superb hub for backpackers and other travelers who are looking for a lively place to spend time on the coast. People flock to this Ecuadorian town…

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Read more about the article Puerto López: A Guide to Ecuador’s Quiet Fishing Town

Puerto López: A Guide to Ecuador’s Quiet Fishing Town

Puerto López is a fishing town that sits on Ecuador’s southern coast. It is considerably quieter than the neighboring town of Montañita and is a convenient place to be to…

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Read more about the article Los Frailes Beach: Hiking to the Most Beautiful Beach in Ecuador

Los Frailes Beach: Hiking to the Most Beautiful Beach in Ecuador

Los Frailes Beach is located just outside of Puerto López on Ecuador’s southern coast. It is often said to be the most beautiful beach in the country. Turquoise waters rise…

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Read more about the article Isla de la Plata Tour: A Taste of the Galapagos

Isla de la Plata Tour: A Taste of the Galapagos

Some of the world’s most incredible wildlife thrive on the coasts and isles of Ecuador and in the surrounding waters. Of course, the main attraction is the Galapagos Islands, but…

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Read more about the article Cuenca, Ecuador: A City Guide

Cuenca, Ecuador: A City Guide

It didn’t take much for us to fall in love with Cuenca. The bustling markets, unique architecture, friendly people, and stunning surrounding mountains made us never want to leave. There…

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Read more about the article 7 of Our Wildest South America Bus Stories

7 of Our Wildest South America Bus Stories

Many people have asked us if we ever felt threatened or unsafe during our year in South America. The truth is we rarely ever felt unsafe, but our most sketchy…

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