Hiring a private guide to discover Quito and its surroundings offers travelers flexibility, exclusivity and the expertise of local savior-faire. Our recommendation is to mix into your itineraries private guided tours when possible with days in which you can just mosey about at your pace. Guided Full Day, Quito Historic Center Old town Quito is …
If you typed Quito Ecuador weather into your search engine, you’ve come to the right place. Weather can make or break a holiday so checking it in advance is a smart move. As opposed to the four seasons, you’ll find in the northern and southern hemispheres, there are really only two seasons in Quito and …
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There are some important facts about Quito Ecuador altitude that every traveler should keep in mind before arriving in the capital city. What is the Quito Ecuador’s altitude? Quito is the second-highest capital city in the world. With an altitude of 2 850 mt / 9 350,4 ft above sea level, Quito is lower only …
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Only 20 minutes from Quito’s center is the TelefériQo, one of the capital’s most impressive sights and an activity you can’t miss while visiting, or even just passing through, the city. As a long time resident of Quito, I try to spend my weekends out in nature, exploring Ecuador’s diverse natural environments. Time permitting, I’ll …
As you plan your trip to Ecuador, you’re probably imagining all the volcanoes, anacondas, and blue-footed boobies you’ll see. But what you might not plan for are those evenings between excursions when all you want to do is have a beer, listen to live music and people watch – just as you would at home. …
As a resident of Quito, but not much of a city person, one thing I appreciate about living here is how easy it is to escape the city. Many travelers don’t realize that they can explore most nearby sights and return to the comfort of their hostel in Quito every night. In the following blog, …
As much as you might want your children to become global citizens, traveling with kids can be intimidating, especially if you’re headed to a bustling, foreign city, like Quito. It helps to know what to expect and to know good options that your entire family will enjoy. In the following, we’ll provide useful tips on …
I recently visited Naples, Florida and was astounded at how safe everything felt. People don’t roll up their car windows. People return lost items. People don’t lock their front doors. What? Safety feels different in every city, and definitely in every country. So, how safe is Quito, Ecuador? My answer, in short: Quito is as …
Are you wondering how to get to the Amazon Rainforest from Quito? The most popular destinations in Ecuador are the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Rainforest, Otavalo, and Baños. As noted by travel Gringos Abroad travel blogger Dena Haines, ‘The Ecuadorian Amazon (el Oriente) is home to one of the most bio diverse places on the …
Are you looking for things to do in Quito, Ecuador? Many people underestimate how much there is to do in Quito. The city is considered more of a jumping off point on your way to the Amazon or the Galápagos Islands. The truth is, there are many worthwhile things to do in Quito, Ecuador, as …
