Cultural Travel Posts Archive

Cultural travel posts including information about museums, local markets, festivals and celebrations, indigenous groups, archaeological sites, traditions, and other aspects of cultural travel in North, Central, and South America.

Photo Essay: The Weekly Guamote Market in Ecuador

There are no tchotchkes at the Guamote market in Ecuador where the needs of the locals--from hats to guinea pigs--are sold and the bargaining is serious.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2019-10-02T12:44:39-05:00October 2, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Local Markets, Photo Essays || 2 Comments

Community Tourism Done Right – Napo River Amazon Basin, Ecuador

Is this outstanding community tourism project the right adventure lodge for you in the Napo River Amazon Basin in Ecuador?

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2019-09-16T10:13:11-05:00September 4, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Amazing Animal Sightings, Amazon Travel, Cultural Travel, Wildlife || 0 Comments

Photo Essay: Independence Day Festival in Saraguro, Ecuador

The traditional clothing, culture, and pride of the residents of Saraguro, Ecuador are on full display as they celebrate their Independence Day with food and parades.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2019-08-20T10:21:25-05:00August 8, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Festivals & Celebrations, Photo Essays || 0 Comments

Photo Essay: La Diablada Devil Dance Festival in Píllaro, Ecuador

Experience the annual La Diablada Devil Dance Festival in Píllaro, Ecuador where thousands of people welcome the New Year in elaborate costumes.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2019-07-29T11:37:42-05:00July 29, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Festivals & Celebrations, Photo Essays || 0 Comments

Pablo Neruda Slept Here – La Chascona, La Sebastiana, & Isla Negra Museums, Chile

Chile travel tips for visiting the La Chascona, La Sebastiana, and Isla Negra homes of poet Pablo Neruda which have each been turned into intimate museums.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2019-07-22T07:33:58-05:00July 22, 2019 || Posted in: Chile - Cultural Travel, Museums || 0 Comments

The Hat Makers’ Tradition – Montecristi, Ecuador

One of the best places to see the work of traditional hat makers is in Montecristi, Ecuador where world-famous "Panama" hats are still produced by hand.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2019-07-03T06:16:53-05:00July 3, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel || 0 Comments

Everything You Need to Know About Yerba Mate – Buenos Aires, Argentina

Yerba mate is a big part of Argentinean culture. Use our yerba mate guide to buying, brewing, and sharing yerba mate to be sure you're doing it right.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2019-06-18T09:18:08-05:00June 18, 2019 || Posted in: Argentina - Cultural Travel, Eating & Drinking, Our Favorite Posts || 0 Comments