What to expect on a Galapagos Cruise to the Eastern Islands
I stepped from the zodiac raft to the cement jetty on the small Island of Plaza Sur; I had finally made it to the Galapagos…
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13 Things To Know Before You Book a Galapagos Islands Holiday
Sometimes I think I’ve seen it all when it comes to travel…and then I go to a destination that blows my mind and makes me…
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Mashpi Lodge – Ecuador’s Premier Lodge Changing Lives and the Planet
Trees towered above our vehicle in layers upon layers of green, birds swooped around us, and big drops of water fell down on our windshield…
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Where to Find the Best Cocktails in Quito
Art comes in many forms, but I hadn’t considered one of those forms in a cocktail. And I certainly hadn’t expected to find an accomplished…
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Going to Ecuador – Why You Shouldn’t Skip Old Town Quito and Casa Gangotena
I get tired of travel planning, searching through endless websites for the best things to do in Quito, and feeling overwhelmed since they are all…
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Best Travel and Outdoor Gear Trends for Adventure Enthusiasts
One of the things that has changed for me since I got a home base is I do much more writing about gear. It’s not…
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Neon to Nature – Things to do Outside of Las Vegas
If you think the Vegas area is all gambling, shows, nightclubs, and parties…you are so very wrong! Look out the window of your Vegas hotel…this…
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Winter Packing List: How To Avoid Freezing To Death
I went to Fairbanks, Alaska, in the heart of winter, and lived to tell the tale. You can beat the scary Alaska cold by simply…
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An Unexpected Find in Merida’s Historic Center
In an effort to bring you some new voices on Ottsworld, here is a guest post from traveler Vicki Hill. Vicki is a good friend…
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Where to stay in Merida – The Best Place Isn’t a Hotel – It’s This Unique Villa
I’ve always said, people don’t typically travel to places for a hotel or lodging. Normally it is a culture or an experience in a destination…
