California Students Wins Auto Repair Contest To attract high school students to pursue a career in the auto industry, Ford and the American Automobile Association (AAA) teamed up to stage a contest to find out the best student high school students in auto repair. Called the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition, the event crowned two g... Similar Editorial : Auto Loans for Students by Mark Nikolos. | Source : Auto Repair Tips
Tours To Cuenca Ecuador Cobbled streets, graceful ironwork balconies, flowering plazas and courtyards, and religious art treasures recall Cuenca's Colonial past. The stunning Andes landscapes, the blend of indigenous and Spanish peoples and cultures, the high artistic quality of local handcrafts and colorful markets are very Ecuadorian.Saint Anne of the Four Rivers of Cuenca, is located in the valley of Guapondelig ...... Similar Editorial : Retire in Ecuador by Dixie Davey. | Source : South America Travel Packages
The Independence Of Guayaquil, Tours To Guayaquil Ecuador Spanish possessions in South America went from the northwestern coast all the way to the south of the continent. For over two centuries, Lima was the main Spanish administrative center, as capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru, which extended over all Spanish possessions. In the 18th Century the territory was divided into three main administrative centers: the Viceroyalty of New Granada, established...... Similar Editorial : Financial Freedom and Independence by elias. | Source : South America Travel Packages
The Fiestas Of Yamor In Otavalo, Otavalo Indian Market Tours The Kichwa indigenous groups that inhabit the Otavalo area celebrate four great festivals that coincide with the two solstices and the two equinoxes. These festivals - each with its corresponding rituals and symbols -- are tied to the Andean agricultural cycle and specifically to corn or maize, a symbol of fertility. Corn is an essential symbol of the cultural festivals in Otavalo. The festivity...... Similar Editorial : The Fiestas of Quito by Eric Castro. | Source : Beijing Tourism
Quito Ecuador Tours When the Inca king Atahualpa was killed in Cajamarca and the Spanish Conquistadors advanced towards Quito, the city was evacuated and set on fire. It was on the ashes of the Inca city that SebastiÃ?n de BenalcÃ?zar founded San Francisco de Quito, on top of the few ruins left him. The founding date, December 6, 1534, is celebrated annually with the Fiestas de Quito.The celebration of the Quito's...... Similar Editorial : Volunteer in Ecuador by Seomul Evans. | Source : South America Travel Packages
Ecuadors Best Resort The Finch Bay Galapagos Eco Hotel was the winner in the category of Ecuador's Best Resort during the 12th World Travel Awards ceremony that took place in London.The Finch Bay Galapagos Eco Hotel, located on Santa Cruz Island of the Galapagos, was one of six resorts in the continent that received worldwide recognition due to their multiple attractions and services.World Travel Awards was...... Similar Editorial : Sea Side Resort Blackpool by amarticles-linda. | Source : South America Luxury Travel
A Cruise Tour In The Galapagos Islands The Galapagos Islands are a natural paradise. It is an obligatory destination for the nature lovers around the globe. The Galapagos Islands have been focus of investigations and reports at world level during many years. This has caused that the image of the islands, like a natural treasure is dispersed all over the world. Due to the naturel, and especially it's marine biodiversity, the UNESCO has...... Similar Editorial : The Exotic Galapagos Islands by Eduardo Landazuri. | Source : South America Holidays
Tour Seasons In The Galapagos Islands Many tour operators consider around April & May and September & October to be the low season months. During these periods, the tourism in the Galapagos decreases and (depending on the boat) many lower their prices in order to attract passengers on board. During the high season, many boats will be booked far in advance, so make reservations in advance before you plan on traveling. If making...... Similar Editorial : The Exotic Galapagos Islands by Eduardo Landazuri. | Source : South America Holidays
Land Tours In The Galapagos Islands The Galapagos Islands are known world wide by their nature wealth and for the singular presence of unique animal species in the world. The Galapagos Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean in front of the coasts of Ecuador. To reach this destination, you should arrive first to the continental Ecuador and then take a local flight to arrive to the islands. Direct international flights don't exist...... Similar Editorial : The Exotic Galapagos Islands by Eduardo Landazuri. | Source : South America Holidays
Otavalo Market And Communitie Cultural Experience Tour NEW OTAVALO CULTURAL EXPERIENCE" EXCURSION IN ECUADOR COMBINESRENOWNED OTAVALO INDIAN MARKET AND TRADITIONAL CRAFTS VILLAGE LIFEMetropolitan Touring of Ecuador has introduced a new full-day excursion " Otavalo Cultural Experience", combining the renowned Otavalo Indian market with experiencing the traditional way of life in Peguche, a crafts village known for fine weavings and music, and a lunch...... Similar Editorial : Cultural Awareness by N. A Johnson. | Source : Dog Passports
Metropolitans Chiva Express Metropolitan's "CHIVA EXPRESS" vehicles are the highlight of the rail tours along the Ecuadorian Andes and down to the Coast.. The chivas are colorful, fun, one-car vehicles on tracks that allow guests to "ride the roof", where comfortable and safe seats have been adapted for a 360? view of the magnificent Andean landscapes-an exhilarating experience!.Follow the same route of the...... Similar Editorial : eBay Express by runner. | Source : Travel Safety
Tour To Quito Historic Colonial Center Unesco Heritage The Church of The Compania of Jesus in Quito has been catalogued by UNESCO among the hundred most important World Heritage Site Monuments in the world. After an integral restoration, which took 12 years at a cost of 4.5 million dollars, this magnificent temple was reopened to the public the second week of December, and can now be viewed in its entire splendor.The building of La Compania de Jesus...... Similar Editorial : Information on Colonial Insurance by Darren Dunner. | Source : Travel Safety
Chiva Express Train Tour On June 25, 2005 Metropolitan Touring started the operation of its highlight rail tours along the Ecuadorian Andes and down to the Coast, with new one-car vehicles on tracks, called the "Chiva Express". The Chiva has long been a favorite means of transportation in Ecuador, a colorful bus with plenty of room on the roof for people, bananas and perhaps chickens. The fun of riding the "Chiva" has...... Similar Editorial : Train Your Brain by Richard Vegas. | Source : Adventure Travel
Galapagos Islands Weather Although the Galapagos Islands are located on the equator, the temperature of the oceanic surface varies vastly, between 7 and 28?C. The islands also suffer drastic changes. The period between January and March is considered the hot and humid season, being March the hottest month in the year; during this season the plants are plentiful and the temperature of the water is ideal for diving in...... Similar Editorial : Galapagos Islands Wildlife by Eric Castro. | Source : South America Holidays
I Dive In Te Galapagos Islands Coral reefs, marine lions, golden lines, eagle rays, sting rays, spineless, eels gardeners, turtles, marine iguanas, sharks, hammer sharks, whales, whale sharks, fish pelagic and many more are part of the marine horizon in the Galapagos marine reserve. It is not surprising that, year after year, this place has been chosen one fo the best among the diving places around the world. There are very few...... Similar Editorial : The Exotic Galapagos Islands by Eduardo Landazuri. | Source : South America Holidays
