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Termas de papallacta hot springs ecuador

April 22, 2019 by Carol Perehudoff 6 Comments

Papallacta Spa Ecuador pools with waterfall jets
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A steamy wonderland in the Andean highlands, Termas de Papallacta hot springs in Ecuador can be visited on a day trip from Quito. A dreamy resort and spa with plenty of outdoor thermal pools, hikes and mountain views, it’s a great introduction to Ecuador, and is one of the best things to do near Quito. […]

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Luxury hotel review, Quito, Ecuador, Casa Gangotena

October 4, 2018 by Carol Perehudoff 1 Comment

Casa Gangotena luxury hotel in Quito review
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Traveling to Quito and don’t know where to stay? Sitting in the heart of the Old Town, the historic Casa Gangotena is one of Ecuador’s top hotels. Here is my luxury hotel review, Quito, Ecuador, Casa Gangotena.   Luxury hotel in Ecuador Before I arrived in Ecuador I spent hours combing the Internet for Quito […]

Filed Under: Ecuador, Hotels, South America

Mashpi Lodge review

August 7, 2018 by Carol Perehudoff 2 Comments

Cloud forest, Mashpi Lodge review
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Mashpi Lodge is a secluded luxury lodge in the cloud forest of Ecuador. If you’re searching for an eco resort in South America with plenty of outdoor activity, wildlife, a sustainable backbone and a lush mountain setting, check out this Mashpi Lodge review. **This Mashpi Lodge review won a 1st Place Gold Award in the […]

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Galapagos cruise review of the Santa Cruz II

June 21, 2018 by Carol Perehudoff 5 Comments

Galapagos Islands cruise ship and blue-footed boobie
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If you’re planning a cruise to the Galapagos Islands, the ship you choose makes all the difference. Size, itinerary, service and amenities come into play. I was a guest on the Santa Cruz II, a 90-passenger ship owned by Metropolitan Touring. Here is my Galapagos cruise review. ** This travel article won an Honorable Mention […]

Filed Under: Ecuador, Tours Tagged With: Cruises

Animal adventures in the Galapagos Islands

June 8, 2018 by Carol Perehudoff 14 Comments

Reverse culture shock, a sad baby seal
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Galapagos Islands animals are like nothing else on earth. The wildlife sightings you’ll experience in this remote archipelago can transform a trip into an exceptional expedition.    Galapagos Islands animals – an adventure A Galapagos penguin zips beneath me like a mini torpedo. I fumble with my GoPro, roll onto my back by accident then […]

Filed Under: Ecuador, Tours Tagged With: Animals, Cruises

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