Carley Rojas Avila | 7 May 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. One of South America’s smallest countries, yet one of its most diverse and beautiful, Ecuador has a lot to offer travelers of all budget - but is more and more becoming a budget traveler’s paradise. There is an Ecuador backpacking itinerary perfect for every kind of traveler, from surfers and hikers to history buffs and party seekers. After living in Ecuador for 2+ years, we’ve backpacked through this entire country on a very tight budget, and have learned exactly how to ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 4 May 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Quito, Ecuador is one of South America’s great cities. There is so much to see and do in Quito, and with Quito’s relatively low cost of living, it’s also a great base for backpackers in South America. Backpacking in Quito may be quickly growing in popularity, but you’ll still feel like you’re ahead of the crowds as you explore this country that feels like a hidden gem of travel. Backpacking Quito can be easy enough to do, but there are so many Quito travel tips and trick ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | Updated: 28 April 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. The Amazon is a location on many bucket lists, and for a good reason. It’s an unforgettable experience and an encounter with nature that most of us have never experienced before. But, visiting the Amazon can be notoriously an expensive adventure. Thankfully, there are a few easy ways to cut the costs of a trip to Amazon quite significantly without requiring a sacrifice of the experience. Keep reading to see how I did it while traveling in Ecuador, and why Te ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 31 October 2021 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. If you’re planning your next short getaway, Ecuador should be at the top of your list. No matter what type of traveler you or, or what budget you have, Ecuador has something for everyone. Seeing all you can of Ecuador in a week is a great option. With one week in Ecuador, you can do adventure sports like rafting and bungee jumping, explore colonial cities, and visit the Amazon or the Galapagos. While just 7 days in Ecuador won’t let you see the whole country, you’l ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 28 April 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. How many days do you need in Ecuador? This is one of our most commonly asked questions by travelers looking for the Ecuador travel itinerary that will best help them enjoy their time here. Ecuador may be a small country, but its jam packed with bucketlist destinations - the Galapagos! The Amazon Rainforest! Volcanoes and mountains and ruins and colonial cities! There is truly so much to see here. We recommend travelers plan a 10-day itinerary for Ecuador at the least ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 24 April 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Cusco, Peru is a bucketlist destination for many travelers. While it’s considered to be the gateway to Machu Picchu, there is so much to do and see in Cusco itself. Choosing a Cusco hotel in the best areas to stay in Cusco will help you make the most of your time here. Whether you’re planning on just staying in Cusco for a night before traveling on to Machu Picchu, or enjoying all this city has to offer, finding the best place to stay in Cusco Peru for you can be chal ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 22 April 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Barcelona is one of Europe’s great cities, filled with so much to see and do that you could never be bored here. Even at a breakneck speed of travel you could probably spend 2 full weeks here and still have more to do. However, spending four days in Barcelona is just about the perfect time for most travelers to experience this city. To see the city’s main sights at a leisurely pace and still have time for exploring Barcelona 4 days is what you should aim for. With 4 d ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 28 March 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Quito is a massive city, and the cultural heart of Ecuador, and there is so much to see and do here. Narrowing it all down and determining what to do in Quito for 2 days can be a challenge. Two days in Quito might not seem like a long time to enjoy one of South American’s great cities, but its a perfect amount of time for a beautiful introduction to an unforgettable place. If you’re looking for a guide to how to visit Quito in two days, you’re in the right place. We ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 25 March 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Day trips from Quito to Cotopaxi are some of the most popular day trips from Quito - the opportunity to see such a stunning high-altitude volcano is a special one! But despite the drive from Quito to Cotopaxi being relatively quick, it can be challenging to figure out the best way to visit the volcano and Cotopaxi National Park. While I think there is enough to enjoy here to make an overnight at Cotopaxi well worth it, a Cotopaxi day trip is one of the best day trips ..read more

Carley Rojas Avila | 22 March 2022 This page may include affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Quito is one of South America’s great cities, and there are so many things to do in Quito that you won’t have trouble filling an itinerary. However, there are also countless day trips from Quito Ecuador that should be on your travel radar as well. A trip to Quito isn’t complete without a day trip from Quito! Some of Ecuador’s most incredible attractions make for the best day trips from Quito, including those you can visit on your own, and those best to save for inexpe ..read more