One of the highlights of my visit to Ecuador was a stop in Cayambe, about an hour and 45 minute drive north of Quito. My guide took me on a tour of a local outdoor market where these two ice cream cuties caught my eye. Can Mr. Softee top this? I’m pretty sure ice cream (along […]
Ecuador
The Magic of Termas Papallacta
Prior to my arrival, my host had described this health spa and resort as “magical,” and “Very romantic and perfect for children.” “Romantic” and “perfect for children” – at the same time? Is that possible? In any case, I was traveling solo on this trip. No romantic getaway or fun family adventure for me this […]
Time-out at Termas Papallacta
Blame it on the chocolate body wrap. Or the high Andean altitude. Or both. In any case, I find myself slowly, reluctantly, making my way back to normal after my two-week odyssey in Ecuador. Ahh . . . My host had warned me: he said that his wife wanted to move to Termas Papallacta and […]
Thank You, Oprah!
Photo courtesy of Story Accents – flickr I know. You’re wondering what on earth could Oprah possibly have to do with this travel blog – besides the fact that she’s a Wander Boomer who likes to travel (Can you say “Australia” anyone?). But Oprah represents so much more than that to this Wanderboomer. We grew […]