Down on the boardwalk…

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Down on the boardwalk…

July 29th, 2008 | Ecuador - Family Friendly, Ecuador - Must See or Do, Ecuador - Nightlife, Ecuador - Places to Eat | Comments Off

While Guayaquil may not be first on your list of cities to visit in Ecuador, over the past years it has taken definitive steps for the better. What was once dirty and unsafe is now beautiful and secure, largely due to the development of the Malecon 2000.

The Malecon is comparable to a large boardwalk of sorts that starts in the Las Peñas neighborhood and runs along the Natural Guayas River. Designed by Oxford University in London, the Malecon is full of interesting pathways, parks, shops and restaurants. The design takes into account the geography of the area, playing off of its natural beauty.

The Malecon 2000 stretches for 2 miles, and is a great place Read more

Quito Hotel and Casino

July 21st, 2008 | Ecuador - Places to Eat, Ecuador - Places to Stay | Comments Off

If you are interested in hitting the casino while visiting Quito try Jockers, connected to the Dann Hotel Carlton. Not only will you get great accommodations, you will have the chance to play around on the 100 gaming machines or the eight table games. Visitors from the hotel are constantly in and out of the casino/bar, and many locals come here in the evening hours as well. Jockers is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Dann Carlton Hotel is quite nice as well; the finishes in the rooms are standard, but they are larger than your average hotel room, and very clean. The restaurant at the hotel, and next to the casino, serves excellent Read more

All Hail the Queen!

July 4th, 2008 | Ecuador - Gringo Favorite, Ecuador - Places to Eat | Comments Off

Stepping into La Reina Victoria Pub in Quito is like stepping into another world, or at least another country, as this pub perfectly mimics a traditional English pub. From the outside it looks similar to the other brightly painted houses on the street, with the exception of the English and British flags plastered on the upstairs windows. Inside, however, is a completely different story. Dark mahogany tables and benches provide seating for only about 20, keeping the atmosphere pretty cozy. Stools surround the bar and are generally filled with locals and regulars.

Staples include fish and chips and shepherds pie, and although currently no English imports are offered there are home brewed stout and bitter on Read more

Spanish Lessons on the Beach and in the Jungle

July 2nd, 2008 | Ecuador - Gringo Favorite, Ecuador - Places to Eat, Ecuador - Places to Stay | Comments Off

Looking for a way to improve your Spanish while exploring Ecuador at the same time? Simon Bolivar Spanish School has one of the finest reputations in the country, with schools located in Quito and Cuenca. Now, they are offering even more for vacationers or residents who are looking to learn Spanish and see more of the country at the same time.

The Pacific Coast Program features a week of courses based out of the Alandaluz resort. Optional trips to nearby beaches, national parks, and local museums are available. In the summer months, Friday features a trip to Isla de la Plata.

For those who are looking for a Read more