Are you wondering how to get around Cuenca Ecuador? In this post, we answer important questions about Cuenca public transportation, bus system, metro line, taxis, bike rentals, car rentals, and other travel tips for Cuenca. Getting around Cuenca is fairly cheap and convenient. In fact, Cuenca’s walkability is one of our favorite things about the…
As one of the first UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites in the world, with the outskirts of the city extending about a kilometer away from the equator, Quito, Ecuador is a very special city. As soon as you arrive, you’ll be captivated by this expansive capital city, built on the sides of dramatic mountains and…
We were first attracted to Cuenca because of its UNESCO World Heritage designation and its reputation for being one of the most livable cities in Latin America. Active, safe, affordable, with mild weather and local culture, we fell in love with this small city pretty much immediately. We’ve had the pleasure of making Cuenca our…
Gualaceo, Chordeleg, and Sig Sig are three towns not from from Cuenca, Ecuador. This is what we learned and saw from taking an independent day trip from Cuenca by bus. Updated: March 2022. Originally published: June 2016. About traveling to Gualaceo, Chordeleg, Sig Sig After our first month in Cuenca, we had heard rumors of…
Ecuador may not be considered a top gastronomic hot spot, but we were pleasantly surprised to find the food to be not only affordable but also really good! During our time living the heart of Cuenca, we enjoyed eating out for almuerzos, a set lunch of the day. For as little as $2.50, you can…
If you’re looking for things to do in Vilcabamba, Ecuador, here’s a quick guide to the valley’s activities, attractions, food, and events on offer. About Vilcabamba Ecuador Vilcabamba is known for being a scenic “Valley of Longevity” where many inhabitants are said to live beyond 100 years. Derived from the Quichwa words “huilco pamba“, meaning…
People often ask us how we choose our next destination as digital nomads, so I thought we could take the opportunity to share our thought-process and a few resources we use to plan our remote work and travel. The process for choosing a digital nomad destination is slightly more specific than how to choose a…
While the Galapagos and the Amazon might have the best name recognition in Ecuador, the most visited area of the country is actually the Andes Mountain region – and we’ve seen why! The mountains, volcanoes, and valleys are stunning. We found travel through the Andes to be relatively easy and affordable, and we highly recommend it….
Banos Ecuador is one of the most beautiful destinations to visit in the Andes of Ecuador. If you’re planning a trip to Banos, this guide will help you find the best things to do. A number of people, both Ecuadorians and North American friends, recommended we visit Baños while in Ecuador. Although touted for its…
Visiting Ingapirca – Ecuador’s largest site for ancient ruins – is a great day trip from Cuenca, Ecuador. This post shares what we learned about the Ingapirca ruins and how to get there. How to Get to Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca, Ecuador From Cuenca, you can either arrange a package tour, drive yourself, or take public…