First Impressions of Ecuador

First Impressions of Ecuador

By Christina Petsas   What are my first impressions in Ecuador?   I can’t believe it’s been a month since I arrived in Quito! The time’s flown as I’ve gotten to know this large city, its friendly people and its rich culture. My airport pick up was seamless and my...
HOLIDAYS IN ECUADOR 2017

HOLIDAYS IN ECUADOR 2017

WANT TO KNOW WHEN YOU CAN TRAVEL LONGER (OR REST MORE) DURING YOUR TIME HERE? Here are the dates of the public holidays of Ecuador for this year.  See them carefully and plan your time and activities better.  Note that most banks, shops and other commercial places...
The Most Empathetic Country In The World

The Most Empathetic Country In The World

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHICH IS THE MOST EMPATHETIC COUNTRY IN THE WORLD?    …I WILL GIVE YOU SOME CLUES It is a small volcanic country of South America It has four regions: the Coast, the Andean Highlands, the Amazon and the islands It has many indigenous...
Ecuador General Elections

Ecuador General Elections

ECUADORIANS VOTED FOR THE PRESIDENT, THE MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY & THE ANDEAN PARLIAMENT On Sunday, February 19th, Ecuadorians voted for President, the members of the General Assembly and the Andean Parliament. “Ecuador has voted in general elections...
Visit to Community Health Project

Visit to Community Health Project

What Does a Visit to a Health Community Project in Ecuador Look Like I woke up this morning very excited.  Today was the day we would head to Riobamba to visit a health organization.  Living in Quito I don’t get to see the countryside much so this was going to be a...