Adventures in Otavalo & Ambato, Ecuador

Adventures in Otavalo & Ambato, Ecuador

This week I am in Ecuador visiting family, and I had the chance to go on a few road trips outside of the capital city, Quito.

First trip is to Otavalo… Where there is a famous indigenous handicraft market. I was so tempted to purchase things to take home, so I got some beautiful earrings and a blanket. The weather was beautiful and sunny, even though it’s the rainy season.  What good luck! Continue reading “Adventures in Otavalo & Ambato, Ecuador”

Sierra Bound – Heading to Quito, Ecuador

Sierra Bound – Heading to Quito, Ecuador

As I prepare for my trip to Quito Ecuador, I am remembering the various rejuvenating visits I’ve had to see my family there. For those of you who have never been, I am hoping to recount some of the places I recommend checking out if you ever find yourself in this beautiful corner of the world. Continue reading “Sierra Bound – Heading to Quito, Ecuador”

Mutek_10 Festival (2009)

Mutek_10 Festival (2009)

Mutek’s tenth edition line-up was a reflection of where dance music continues to push the boundaries and maintain its solid foundation. Annually, according to the festival, over 54 per cent of Mutek attendees travel from places outside of Quebec – Chicago, Edmonton, Los Angeles, New York, Vancouver and Europe – for an experience that Time Out New York has called “North America’s leading electronic-music event.” Thus, it should come as no surprise then, that Mutek recently won Quebec’s Tourism Grand Prize for ‘Festivals and Touristic Events’. I was one of many avid techno tourists who attended Mutek’s 10th edition. Continue reading “Mutek_10 Festival (2009)”