So we arrived in Quito after our 1st class flight from Madrid, oh yes, what a way to start with a free upgrade thank you Iberrian Airelines. We were a bit spun out as we got a cab from the airport to our hostel in Old Town, Quito. The Secret Garden really reminded me of Aflex Palace in Manchester, think it was the burning incense, wall art and abundance of bearded males. I have no idea what I had expected hostels to be like but this wasn't it. We had what I have since realised is a really nice room overlooking the street with wooden shutters. We plonked our stuff down and attempted a few drinks on the terrace. 2 sips of sprite later and I required bed. Obviously Christian was gutted as he wanted to
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