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The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... [read more]
The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... [read more] Blog: Prepare to be green with envy
Date: November 2nd 2008
This one's a long one, so pace yourselves :) 28 OCTOBER (Pt 2) - After writing about my amazing cathedral adventure, I moved from my $8/night hostal to a fancy hotel (included in my Galapagos tour). So fancy that they have a doorman and bellhops and $8 breakfast. I don’t know what to do when someone carries around my bags for me. Do I tip? How much? What do I say? I gave the bellhop 5 ... read more
Date: November 2nd 2008
This one's a long one, so pace yourselves :) 28 OCTOBER (Pt 2) - After writing about my amazing cathedral adventure, I moved from my $8/night hostal to a fancy hotel (included in my Galapagos tour). So fancy that they have a doorman and bellhops and $8 breakfast. I don’t know what to do when someone carries around my bags for me. Do I tip? How much? What do I say? I gave the bellhop 5 ... read more
