Apr 22nd, 2013 at 5:00PM:
When it comes to being environmentally responsible, travelers often find themselves in confusing situations. Air travel, hotel stays and eating out are intrinsically bad for the Earth, yet these things are hard to avoid when on the road. So in honor of Earth Day, here are a few quick and easy ways to reduce your footprint while traveling. These tips will not only help you go green, but ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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6 Easy Ways To Travel Greener
Apr 22nd, 2013 at 5:00PM:
When it comes to being environmentally responsible, travelers often find themselves in confusing situations. Air travel, hotel stays and eating out are intrinsically bad for the Earth, yet these things are hard to avoid when on the road. So in honor of Earth Day, here are a few quick and easy ways to reduce your footprint while traveling. These tips will not only help you go green, but ...International Adventure Guide 2013: Quito, Ecuador
Apr 4th, 2013 at 11:00AM:
Ecuador's capital city, Quito, has long been hailed as a great jumping off point for adventure travelers. The city is surrounded by eleven volcanoes and dozens of flowing rivers, making it an ideal locale for those looking to hike, bike, climb, kayak and more. As if that weren't enough, four regions are crammed into this tiny, megadiverse country – the Amazon jungle, the Andean ...Three New Experiential Eco-Fashion Trips Taking Off This Summer
Mar 28th, 2013 at 1:00PM:
This summer, three new eco-fashion-oriented package tours will offer the chance for ethical designers, makers and consumers to meet artisan communities, take workshops in craft production and see the impact of their conscious purchasing decisions.
While different in structure, these trips all offer the chance to travel along an artisan product's supply chain, from visiting farming ...Video Of The Day: Galápagos Islands Captured On A Cellphone
Mar 25th, 2013 at 6:00PM:
Traveling with a giant, professional camera isn't always the best option. Some amazing photos and videos have been made on cellphone cameras, including the video above that Miguel Endara shot solely on an iPhone 4S while on his honeymoon in the Galápagos Islands. The short film not only captures some of the most famous species on the islands – including the cobalt flippers of the ...
Cyber Monday 2012: Our Favorite Airfare And Entertainment Deals
Nov 25th, 2012 at 10:00AM:
Cyber Monday is the newfangled cousin of Black Friday, when the Internet bursts with the money-saving deals that Black Friday offers in stores the Friday before.
Cyber Monday is probably best known for deals on tech and electronics, but the online shopping extends to airfare and other travel deals, as well. In fact, Gadling has already covered the best hotel deals for Black Friday and Cyber ...180 Million Rats Targeted For Extinction In The Galapagos Islands
Nov 16th, 2012 at 8:00AM: The Galapagos Islands are considered by many to be one of the top travel destinations in the entire world. Located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean, the islands are famous for their unique wildlife that isn't found anywhere else on Earth. Those animals were first observed by Charles Darwin on his famous "Beagle" expedition and inspired him to write "On the Origin of Species" ...Mental Math: Easy Rules Of Thumb For Converting Currency
Nov 8th, 2012 at 12:00PM: Being in a new country is full of enough culture shock – trying to remember how many dollars to the krona doesn't need to be part of it.
After all, constantly whipping out a calculator (well, a cellphone) and spending five minutes trying to figure out if that sandwich is really a good price is a waste of your valuable vacation time.
To make things easier on you, here are some basic ...Getting Out Of Quito, Ecuador: Day, Weekend And Weeklong Excursions
Aug 2nd, 2012 at 12:00PM: While Quito, Ecuador, offers many opportunities for Inca history, diverse architecture and trendy restaurants, my favorite part about visiting this busy city was its side trips. In less than three hours you can be hiking through waterfall-filled forests, climbing one of the world's tallest volcanoes, browsing an important cultural market and even standing in the actual middle of the world. If you ...Banos: Ecuador's Top Adventure Destination
Jun 25th, 2012 at 3:00PM: If you're the type of traveler who loves extreme adventure and being active, you'll love Baños, Ecuador. Located about three hours south of Quito, Baños is a small but lively town surrounded by mountains and lush greenery. There are dozens of tour agencies lining the streets, although I'd recommend using a highly reputable company like Geotours or Rainforestur. Some of the adventures ...Swimming With Sharks And Sea Lions In The Galapagos Islands
Jun 6th, 2012 at 11:30AM: "Don't freak out, but there are two huge hammerhead sharks right below us."
My guide Jens' attempt at having me "not freak out" over the two carnivorous beasts that are 10 feet away from my juicy calves only leads me to begin shrieking and jumping on his back. Soon, though, the sharks are gone, and nobody has been eaten.
"Sharks prefer sea lions and fish to people," Jens explains. "They'll ...Mindo: A Nature-Inspired Day Trip From Quito, Ecuador
Jun 4th, 2012 at 4:00PM: Quito, Ecuador, is a big, bustling city that can sometimes be overwhelming. For those who need a change of pace, one great day trip idea is to head to nearby Mindo, a tranquil town filled with nature-inspired activities. Located in the Los Bancos canton of the Pichincha province, the area is renowned for its dedication to ecotourism, plentiful bird watching and breathtaking cloud forest.
...Street Art Brings Color To Ecuador (GALLERY)
Jun 4th, 2012 at 3:00PM:
New York, Los Angeles, Buenos Aires and Melbourne are just a few of the cities known for street art. But that doesn't mean the streets aren't being spray painted, wheat pasted and stenciled in other cities – and more importantly, it doesn't lessen the messages these artists are trying to get across. One such place is Ecuador, where graffiti tells the stories of the state of life and ...How To Avoid Looking Like A Tourist
May 30th, 2012 at 11:00AM:
Blending in to a city or country you're visiting has many advantages. Among them, allowing yourself to have a more immersive experience and not falling victim to a robbery scheme involving human feces. Some cities come with their own code of conduct, such as Washington DC, where during Gadling's recent summit we noticed anyone who stands on the left side of an escalator is immediately met ...Exploring The Dark Side Of Banos, Ecuador, Through Graffiti
May 29th, 2012 at 3:00PM: Not only is Banos, Ecuador, home to pristine waterfalls, active volcanoes, adventure sports and delicious candy, it's also got some impressive graffiti art. What's interesting is that while the city itself gives off an optimistic and happy vibe through its natural beauty, cozy coffee shops and locals twisting and shaping pounds of sugar cane into colorful taffy, the graffiti takes on a dark and ...Vagabond Tales: How to Survive a Coup On Your Honeymoon, Part 1
Apr 27th, 2012 at 11:00AM:
With the radio crackling from the speakers of his rusty old cargo van, Juan's furrowed brow indicated a greater focus on the newscast than on shuttling us to Pululahua Crater.
My wife and I being the only two passengers on his 11am tour, Juan had begun to speak to us as friends, not customers.
"I am very scared for Ecuador" he confessed. "I am sorry you must be here for this."
Through ...Tour a Panama hat factory in Sigsig, Ecuador
Mar 20th, 2012 at 1:00PM:
First popularized by President Theadore Roosevelt and worn by countless travelers ever since, the Panama hat has become a symbol of coastal and tropical locales. Nothing screams I'm on vacation somewhere warm! quite like the straw hat, which is known for being breathable and able to return to its original shape after being folded in a suitcase. But what is not as well known is that Panama ...Video of the Day: Quito to the Ecuadorian coast
Mar 12th, 2012 at 6:30PM:
Road trips are great. Road trips in foreign countries are an adventure. In this time-lapse video, travelers make the drive from Quito, high in the Ecuadorian mountains, to the coast. It's amazing to see the climate and topography change as the trip takes them from an elevation 9,350 feet down to sea level. The only things we're still curious about are the snacks that they packed for the ride! ...
Gallery: A guide to South American cocktails
Feb 8th, 2012 at 12:00PM:
Margaritas, Cuba libres, piña coladas and mojitos are drinks with Latin American origins that have become staples at bars across America. But what about the drinks being mixed up further south? Whether you want to know what to order up at the bar during your next trip to South America or you are looking for a way to raise the bar at home, these mixed drinks will leave you thirsty for ...Five foods to try in Ecuador (besides guinea pig)
Jan 29th, 2012 at 12:00PM:
When discussing food in Ecuador, the most talked about meal is guinea pig, or cuy. But outside of butterflying cute cuddly rodents on a grill, Ecuadorians eat many other foods that are worth a try. From traditional to tropical, here are a few of the can't-miss eats in Ecuador.
...Money in Ecuador: How far can $1 get you?
Jan 27th, 2012 at 2:00PM:
Ecuador is one place where a little money really does go a long way. Not only does the country use United States currency, but it's amazing how many things you can purchase for just one dollar. Whether you are looking to drink an oversized beer at a pub or feast on 20 fresh bananas (just try to scarf them all down before they turn brown!), it comes as no surprise that Ecuador repeatedly makes ...
