Trisha's posts with tag: ecuador
|  | Though one of the smallest countries in South America, Ecuador certainly packs a punch! So much to see and do, and all within 3-5 hours' bus-ride!
The atmosphere certainly changed when I crossed into Otavalo, Ecuador where most of the people I met seemed more indigenous people in traditional wear, more reserved and laid-back. Traditionally-woven alpaca sweaters and fabric started appearing everywhere too.
My most fun time with a host is here in Quito. Ismael and Patricia very kindly accompanied me all over Quito and I got to experience many typically Ecuadorean things! We later met up in Banos and had the time of our lives soaking in the wondrous nature!
Further south in Cuenca, Rene introduced me to Reiki and taught me how to see people's aura. Gosh, I think I am gifted (well, maybe)!! This led me now to my interest in Reiki and crystals.
Travelling is not just about visiting places and capturing sceneries on films. It is about opening your heart, your mind, your eyes, your pores to soak in ALL SORT of experiences that the wonderful people in the world are willing to share with you.
Special thanks to Ismael, Patricia for their extreme enthusiasm and superb company, to Sharon, Gerard, Joshua, Helen for their passion, to Tamara, Rene, Juan for sharing with me spiritual experiences that I never imagined I was capable of. |
Link: http://blogs.bootsnall.com/trisha/May 28, 2005 - Jan 1, 2006 (219 days)
I made an impromptu return back to South America, starting with my gorgeous second city - Buenos Aires.
I meandered up the coast of Brazil, headed upriver into the Amazon before bursting out to Venezuela for some Caribbean sun.
Then, I crossed to Colombia, meeting amazingly friendly people and headed south through Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia, encountering wonderful indigneous cultures and stunning landscapes.
A short hop to Chile to visit some old friends and then, back to Buenos Aires to spend Christmas and New Year.
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