Not only do Cotacachi, Papallacta, Atahualpa offer exquisite views, local culture, and outdoor activities – both up close and at a distance – but there are also a series of micro climates that enable different types of farming at different altitudes. The micro climates enable production of everything from roses to Continue reading
In Ecuador’s Andean Highlands, you are surrounded by a patchwork of green beauty all the way up the mountainsides. Ecuador’s Andean Highlands are located between the western and coastal lowlands and the eastern Amazonian jungle. They offer diverse nature including volcanoes – live and extinct, hot springs and thermal baths, and unique flora and fauna.
We made several different trips to Ecuador’s Andean Highlands, either day trips from Quito or 3-day weekends. It’s so easy to get to these areas. Buses are plentiful and cheap. Here is an overview of Continue reading
Tom and I spent 2 months in 2015-2016 traveling the small but diverse country of Ecuador. On Tuesday of this week, as I was leaving the gym, a woman from my dance class asked, “Why did you choose Ecuador? It is an unusual choice.”
We loved the variety of experiences and enjoyed many of the local people we met in Ecuador.
Here are the reasons to visit Ecuador: Continue reading
This is Part 2 of our post on International Travel and the key things we have learned to do during travel to make it more enjoyable.
[Click here to see Part 1 of this post]
Tom and I love living in Bucks County, PA, with the natural beauty. The area is rife with art, cultural, and great food. We have great Adventures in Bucks County to share. The summers are just wonderful with many free outdoor events. We take advantage of outdoor and indoor concerts in the afternoons and evenings. Reasonably priced venues at $5-$20 for 
professional and Broadway-type productions are great cultural activities. There are at least 5 venues weekly within 10 miles of our home.
During the summer many venues offer free music from Continue reading