We’re back! Arrived in Quito on our 38th anniversary, we do seem to travel during “special occasions”! The ride into the city is about 25 minutes (airport to door front) and is very reasonable ($25!). The cab driver wanted to wait until we were let into the building (it was late and dark); which was very kind.
Our temporary stay is in a highrise building a couple of blocks from the local mercado. We planned to get some supplies and this is super convenient. Thankfully the same hornado vendor that we loved was there and we enjoyed our lunch along with the freshly squeezed guanabana juice (the BEST). We did try fresh papaya juice, and although it was good, it was not as amazing as the guanabana ☺.
There are Asian markets in the mercado as well as a couple nearby. Picked up items for us and got a request to pick up some supplies for our friends in Loja.
Managed to walk through the Parque Carolina a few times. It’s really a wonderful park, lots of activites for athletes, families, friends, etc. And also rewalked the areas we explored the last time we were here. We did not revisit the old town but will have other opportunites in the future.
Continue reading Ecuador 2021 😊
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