Author Archives: Travel Happy

Ecuador… on top again! Is it all that adaptation on the Galapagos Islands that help people adjust so well to Ecuador? Probably not, but the country won top marks in a comprehensive survey that ranks the best and worst countries … Continue reading →

1. Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands are year-round Ecuadorian destinations easily accessible by most major international gateways. Usually not more than a full days travel away from the US, Canada, Europe, Asia and many other parts of the world, getaway … Continue reading →

First off, always start with “Buenos días” (Good morning). People in this part of the world don’t jump right into the issue when addressing each other. When you get into a taxi, for example, don’t start with, “Take me to … Continue reading →

You can sit across the street from the malecon wall, in Salinas Ecuador, any morning you choose and watch the activity as this town begins to wipe the sleep from its eyes. Besides watching all of the morning walkers and … Continue reading →

Ecuador is a wonderful country where you can find most anything you like. From the snow capped mountains to enormous beaches, bird watching, the great Amazon jungle to other such interesting sights. One of the most amazing and interesting sights … Continue reading →

Having arrived in Ecuador 4 years ago at a time when the process for obtaining Residency was almost the same as today, I can appreciate the struggles people have with the system. About 3 years ago, Ecuador did away with … Continue reading →

Ecuador is a democratic republic in South America which is also known as the Republic of Ecuador. This country is surrounded by Pacific Ocean, Peru and Colombia. This country is famous for the Galapagos, diverse cultures, Biodiversity, Amazon forest, Andes … Continue reading →

You can retire in Ecuador and live a much richer lifestyle than you would back home. Here is where you can watch your retirement check go further. Enjoy beautiful tranquil beaches, lush tropical rain forests and the snow-capped mountains of … Continue reading →

Ecuador is a small Andean country sandwiched in between Peru and Colombia. Colonized by the Spanish empire until 1821, it was subsequently part of Gran Colombia (along with Venezuela, Colombia and Panama) until it became a sovereign state in 1830. … Continue reading →

A 5-6 hour drive from Cuenca to Macas in the jungle is a trip to always be remembered. The scenery is spectacular, and the roads somewhat scary. Macas, with a population of about 30,000, is the closest major jungle city … Continue reading →