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For those visitors who are planning to stop by at the Ecuadorian capital and UNESCO first World Cultural Heritage Sites, Quito tours offer a variety of options for every different taste. The organization “Quito Eterno” has been focused for more than 12 years in theater, arts and urban traditions, as part of the intangible heritage […]

In October 2016, Quito was surprised by the colors and lights that several artists designed and show on many historic buildings. It was the first time that the World Heritage City has this type of street spectacle; but, that was only the beginning of a tradition brought by the French city of Lyon. From this […]

Quito, the Light of America, is considered the leading destination of South America. This city is surrounded by volcanoes; it was founded in 1534 by Diego de Almagro while Sebastian de Benalcázar arrives with a bit more than two hundred people to establish the first Spaniard settlements. Nowadays, the city has evolved as a touristic […]

Before you start a round trip anywhere in the world, or your Quito tour in Ecuador there are many factors that you need to consider in the destinations available in your radar, and among them, the top four factors, regardless of their order, are without a doubt personal security, political stability, low costs, and a […]

La Ronda is a popular street located in Old town Quito, which main characteristic is based on a cobblestone street surrounded by colonial houses with charming balconies along its path. Within the last years the street has improved its appearance and concept about handling tourism activities. Nowadays, along the street there are many stores and […]

Ecuador’s Andes has some of the most spectacular food, culture and nature in the country. But have you ever wondered what are the best places to visit in the Andes of Ecuador outside of Quito? One of the places to visit in the Andes of Ecuador should be Riobamba, the capital of Chimborazo province. The places you can’t […]

There are many ways to travel, to dive in another culture, and one of the most amazing ways is gastronomy: flavors, aromas… and all the tradition of a country in different colors and textures. Peru has become a magnet for tourists: according to experts, peruvian cuisine is the ultimate attraction. The US food guru Eric Asimov, from The New […]

Prepare yourself to any kind of weather conditions Most people, especially travelers from USA or Europe, associate Ecuador with warm weather, but if you want to be prepared, include a waterproof jacket, or even a raincoat, as sometimes it can be cold at nights. Be prepared also for an intense sun, as Galapagos is near […]

After two long years of expectations, a fast access expressway would be opened today. The road named “Collas” would be the fourth road available with direct entry to the airport, and perhaps the fastest regarding its distance from Quito downtown. The new road has 11 km of length and it has been calculated that approximately […]