Hunting Pigs, Escaping Death and Finding Love in the Ecuadorian Jungle
In 2011, I moved to Ecuador with my mother and sister. We spent the first month in the town of Atuntaqui, in the north of
In 2011, I moved to Ecuador with my mother and sister. We spent the first month in the town of Atuntaqui, in the north of
Photo by David Amsler. The phrase “culture shock” describes the impact of moving from a familiar culture to an unfamiliar one. It’s often experienced by travelers,
Cuenca, Ecuador’s third largest city and the capital of the province of Azuay, is one of Ecuador’s most popular tourist destinations. Why should you visit? The
Photo by impermeableazul. Ecuador has a history of mobilization for social change. Social movements in Ecuador have influenced governmental regimes, policies and social norms. These
Photo by Franklin Minchala. The main goal of building a bioclimatic or ecologically sound home is to reduce the impact of construction on the environment.
Photo by Vesa Härkönen. If you walk into a Cuencan grandmother’s kitchen, you’ll likely be presented with one of two options: instant coffee or cafe
Photo, “Turkey travel,” by Minamie’s Photo. Sometimes, in the course of traveling, we find ourselves in foreign cities for a regrettably short time — perhaps
It’s such a temptation. Pick a place for your next vacation, plan out every detail, and follow that plan no matter what. Be safe, be
Photo by Kevin Labianco. Sometimes the beauty of a place and its people just captures your soul. My partner Stacey and I felt that about
Photo by Camelia TWU. I have a bad attitude about white wine: it’s too sweet, it doesn’t pair well with my favourite foods, and I
Photo by Jennifer Moo. “No man is good enough to govern another man without the other’s consent.” — Abraham Lincoln Freedom of expression is closely
These are the top six reasons you should visit the “City of Eternal Spring.” You Can Exist in Two Hemispheres at Once Founded in 1534,
Photo by pantxorama. Ecuador is a country with incredible natural sights and historic attractions. Retirees and expats will discover a new marvel on a daily
Llapingachos in Quito / Photo by Steve. Ecuador is a diverse country in many ways — geographic regions, attractions and, of course, its unique foods. Why
Photo by Fit Approach. Cuenca is a very active city, full of lots of opportunities to exercise. Whether you’re looking for group cardio or private
Photo Credit: Johnny Chunga. Stuck at work? Glued to a computer screen? Covered in oatmeal thrown by a toddler? If you’re dreaming of the beach,
Photo Credit: Diane Main Contrary to what you may have been told, not all fruits and vegetables in Ecuador are organic. In fact, most are not
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As I sit here in the dim glow of my laptop’s screen, typing away in the darkness, I’m reminded once again of the unique challenges
Welcome to another episode of the Curious Cuenca Podcast, where we dive into the lives of interesting individuals shaping the cultural landscape of Cuenca, Ecuador.
In the heart of Cuenca, nestled among the historic streets and timeless architecture, lies Casa Malo—a patrimonial house filled with history and character. Join me,
Welcome to our first episode of the Curious Cuenca video podcast. In this podcast series, we interview interesting people from various walks of life who
Today’s vlog takes us on a journey through the real estate landscape of Cuenca. Our mission? To explore a selection of apartments for sale so
Tonight’s vlog takes a departure from the usual as we find ourselves at one of Cuenca’s gems, La Guarida. Nestled within this beloved event center
Today’s vlog is all about surprises and special gifts. Join us as we take a little day trip to Chordeleg, renowned for its exquisite jewelry,
Today’s vlog takes us on a journey from Cuenca to Quito, where we set our sights on purchasing a new car. Imagine it as an
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