Where To Stay In Quito Ecuador – Hotel Casona 1914
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Where To Stay In Quito Ecuador – Hotel Casona 1914

Where to stay In Quito Ecuador can be an overwhelming decision. Quito, Ecuador, is the gateway to the Galapagos Islands. Most people fly through. However, this is a mistake! Quito might not be a modern-day Jurassic park, but it’s the first city to become a UNESCO World Heritage site! Quito is Ecuador’s capital and sits…

15 Reasons To Visit Quito Ecuador – Now!
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15 Reasons To Visit Quito Ecuador – Now!

Quito, Ecuador’s capital, sits at an altitude of 2,850 meters in the Andean foothills. Built on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, which contains churches and other structures of the 16th and 17th centuries. Two examples are the cathedral in Plaza Grande square and the ultra-ornate Compaia…

Bogota Colombia – The Complete Guide
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Bogota Colombia – The Complete Guide

Choosing Bogota, Colombia, as a vacation destination might be out there for some people. For us, it was a long time coming. For years Colombia has been deemed off-limits based on The US. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs travel advisories and public perception. Sadly, public perception stems from the Pablo Escobar days…

Hotel Del Salto at Tequendama Falls – Colombia
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Hotel Del Salto at Tequendama Falls – Colombia

Since I saw the photos of Hotel Del Salto at Tequendama Falls, I have wanted to visit this allegedly haunted hotel. Colombia was already on the list for 2019, and I chose Bogota explicitly to see this once a hotel, now a museum. Besides the obvious reasons, like being directly opposite a huge waterfall, the…

Villa de Leyva – Casa Terracota
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Villa de Leyva – Casa Terracota

Villa de Leyva’s Casa Terracota is an architectural marvel that took the artist and environmental activist Octavio Mendoza 20 years to complete. The locals call it “Casa de Flintstones” an unusual house made entirely of clay.  Coming in at a whopping 5,400 square feet, Villa de Leyva’s Casa Terracota is the world’s biggest piece of…

Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá – Bogotá, Colombia
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Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá – Bogotá, Colombia

Hailed as one of Colombia’s most significant architectural accomplishments, The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is the most stunning and unusual cathedral you will ever visit. From the moment you walk down the pathway leading to the tunnels, you know you are about to experience something inspiring. It’s dark, wet, mysterious, and reminiscent of a scene…

Rio de Janeiro Brazil  – The Complete Guide
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Rio de Janeiro Brazil – The Complete Guide

I know a lot of people who’ve been to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Everyone who has been to Brazil gets excited when describing it, especially when they talk about Brazilian food.  The downside is Brazil has a reputation for being unsanitary and dangerous. So, let’s talk about taking advantage of everything that Brazil has to…

The Shocking Way To Colonia Uruguay from Argentina
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The Shocking Way To Colonia Uruguay from Argentina

Colonia Uruguay, otherwise known as Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay, is a small city in southwestern Uruguay. One of the oldest towns, it faces Buenos Aires, Argentina, and is easily accessible. Almost every seasoned traveler visiting Buenos Aires will take on a trip to Uruguay. Whether it’s to check out the art deco buildings, colonial homes,…

Iguazu Falls – Brazil vs. Argentina – Which Side Is Better?
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Iguazu Falls – Brazil vs. Argentina – Which Side Is Better?

Iguazu Falls are to waterfall enthusiasts what Versailles is to the palace enthusiast. It’s the mecca of all waterfalls covering 1.7 miles across three counties: Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. Even if waterfalls are not your thing, visiting is a bucket list experience for anyone. There is something heavenly about walking under or over such a…