Flying into Ecuador

Arrival

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October 2nd 2009
A 4:30am departure from Peterborough left me very tired for travelling, however I could still not contain my excitement! The shuttle took me right to the airport, where I checked in and got myself organized. Everything went as planned and I arrived in Quito at about 7pm. I was met by Daniel, who is the coordinator that will live with us full time. The volunteer house is set up just like a hostel, ... read more

South America » Ecuador » North » Quito

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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