Within our first few weeks here, we were lucky enough to have one of our moms come and stay in Quito with us. This was major for me since I was really struggling with the stress of a new city and the exhaustion of a new stay-at-home-mom! She agreed to write a little bit about her Ecuadorian experience and I’d love to share it with you.

My Travels to Ecuador

By Joy Forsythe

I’m a grandma and I recently traveled to Quito, Ecuador, to visit my daughter, son-in-law and grandbaby who are there to begin their “gap year”! I was a little apprehensive about going based on what I have heard fro a few people who actually have never been there but have a preconceived notion about South America.

I was pleasantly surprised. Not only are the people very warm and welcoming, the food is out of this world, living is very affordable and getting around the city is very easy.

There is so much to do. We cooked with an Ecuadorian chef, hiked in the rain forest, gazed at waterfalls and saw the equator. I absolutely fell in love. Never have I visited a place and wanted to take so much home with me!

Needless to say, all of my worries were put to rest. I’m very happy and proud my kids are getting this amazing experience. I highly recommend a visit to Ecuador!

Riding to cable car high above the rain forest in MIndo

Family photo from the middle of the world!