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Ecuador
Questions and AnswersVote for: What is the best destination for a vacation of volunteer service (part 3)
service | May 27th, 2010 | by Owen Ferguson

| Working with children in DaNang |

| Teaching English in Ecuador |

| Madurai Special Needs Volunteer |

| Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Watch |

| Patagonia Wildlife Conservation |
Spending your vacation taking serving the needs of others is a most enlightened way to see the world and do good upon the face of it. Instead of roasting on the sand at some resort and stuffing yourself from the infinite hospitality buffet, why not dedicate your escape time to offering others surcease of sorrow? Which of these service-oriented vacations do consider most noble?
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Vote for: Which among the following is the best for the classic train trips?
classic train trips | Jun 11th, 2010 | by Richard Frost

| Old Patagonia Express, Argentina |

| Ghan, Australia |

| Rocky Mountaineer, Canada |

| El Nariz del Diablo, Ecuador |

| Venice Simplon-Orient Express, Italy |
Never miss a chance of a spectacular train trip if you are getting it. In fact look out for the opportunity because there is nothing like getting free of your luggage in the caring hands of porter and moving across the countries in perfect bliss.
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Vote for: Which is the best city to visit in Ecuador?
guayaquil | Jul 1st, 2010 | by Richard Frost
Located in South America, Ecuador is rich with flora and fauna as well as diverse culture. The country is a popular tourist destination in the Amazonian America because of its architectural sites and natural splendors. Ecuador being the cultural and economic hub of the region harbours several Tourist Destinations in Ecuador.
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Vote for: What is the best place to visit in Ecuador?
ecuador | Aug 10th, 2010 | by Owen Ferguson
What is now Ecuador formed part of the northern Inca Empire until the Spanish conquest in 1533. Quito became a seat of Spanish colonial government in 1563 and part of the Viceroyalty of New Granada in 1717. The territories of the Viceroyalty - New Granada (Colombia), Venezuela, and Quito - gained their independence between 1819 and 1822 and formed a federation known as Gran Colombia. These days, the region is known as Ecuador. Which of its great sites would you most like to visit?
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Vote for: What is the best place to visit in Ecuador (part 2)
ecuador | Aug 10th, 2010 | by Owen Ferguson
When Quito withdrew from the territories in 1830, the country became the "Republic of the Equator." Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A border war with Peru that flared in 1995 was resolved in 1999. Although Ecuador marked 25 years of civilian governance in 2004, the period has been marred by political instability. These days it is safe to visit with many sights to see. Which one would you most like to take in for yourself?
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Vote for: What is the best place to visit in Ecuador (part 3)
ecuador | Aug 10th, 2010 | by Owen Ferguson
Protests in Quito have contributed to the mid-term ouster of Ecuador's last three democratically elected Presidents. In September 2008, voters approved a new constitution; Ecuador's twentieth since gaining independence. General elections, under the new constitutional framework, were held in April 2009.These days it is quite stable, and ready to show you a good time. Which of these sites would you most like to visit?
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Vote for: What is the best place to visit in Ecuador (part 4)
ecuador | Aug 10th, 2010 | by Owen Ferguson

| Nariz del Diabolo (Devil's Nose) train journey |

| Los Tuneles |

| La Cumbre Volcano, Fernandina Island |

| Santa Ana de los Ríos de Cuenca |

| Cotopaxi |
Ecuador is located in Western South America, bordering the Pacific Ocean at the Equator, between Colombia and Peru. The terrain ranges from coastal plain (costa) to inter-Andean central highlands (sierra), and flat to rolling eastern jungle (oriente). The people are friendly and welcoming, and would love to show you the sites of their homeland. Which location in Ecuador would you most like to visit?
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Vote for: What is the best place to visit in Ecuador (part 5)
ecuador | Aug 10th, 2010 | by Owen Ferguson
Cotopaxi, located in the Ecuadorian Andes is highest active volcano in world. It is only one of the many great attractions in the country which draw tourists. There are lots of other great sites to explore in Ecuador the next time you visit. Which of these great sites would you most like to check out with a team of experienced and friendly local guides?
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Vote for: Top destinations in South America: which one would you recommend? (part one)
south america | Oct 28th, 2011 | by Editor
South America is a fascinating continent filled with great natural wonders, exciting historical sites but also with amazing cities. We have compiled a list of the top ten destinations in South America but you will have to vote for the very best one.
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