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August 10th 2014
Published: August 10th 2014
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Hola Amigos! This Blog will document a 15-day adventure I took recently with my good friends, La Familia Simonello (no, that's not salmonella!) Julia, Michael (hubby) & Michael (son, age 12) were repeat visitors to the coastal hotel I manage here in Ecuador, but they hadn't seen much of the rest of the country. I planted a seed when they came last November, setting forth ideas for an itinerary whi... Read Full Entry



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Liana BalconyLiana Balcony
Liana Balcony

We took a canoe upriver from Tena to spend a few days at Liana Lodge. Liana means vine - like the ones that form my balcony railing.
Tubing down the RiverTubing down the River
Tubing down the River

Refreshing way to get back to the lodge after a sweaty hike through the jungle!
Puerto MisahualliPuerto Misahualli
Puerto Misahualli

Welcome to the monkey village!
Monkey WhispererMonkey Whisperer
Monkey Whisperer

We watch a wily mono grab a yogurt from a little girl, uncap it and share it with his simian buddy. Monkeys all over the town square plaza!
Maitos on the GrillMaitos on the Grill
Maitos on the Grill

Fish or chicken wrapped in banana leaves. Yummy!
Palm GrubsPalm Grubs
Palm Grubs

None of us got up the nerve to try them, though they're said to be tasty & nutritious like shrimp. Maybe it was the fat oozing out when they hit the hot grill...
Ready for RaftingReady for Rafting
Ready for Rafting

After days of heavy rains the river was rocking (3+ rapids)! Lots of white water kept us cooled off and on our toes! A thrilling adventure-filled journey!
Leaving the AmazonLeaving the Amazon
Leaving the Amazon

Farewell to Archidona - heading back up to the highlands~!



10th August 2014

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