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Out with a bang...

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September 1st 2010
To describe my last two weeks in Ecuador, its best to start at the end.... After a truly beautiful, safe and inspiring trip, I was bummed about getting on a home-bound plane. I called my family from the airport and actually said, "No more worrying! I'm boarding the plane and will be back soon." Famous last words... While standing in the check-in line, sirens began alarming and within a few se ... read more

South America » Ecuador

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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