The Best of Quito, Ecuador: Otavalo & The Hacienda Highlands
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Quito, Ecuador is a popular spot to begin any adventure in this diverse country. It truly offers it all, with everything from the Galapagos Islands full of unique and abundant wildlife to the Amazon rainforest, towering volcanoes, and beautiful beaches. If you’re planning to fly into Ecuador’s high-altitude capital, you’ll …


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One of the questions we get asked the most at Quasar is this -
What's the best time of year to travel to Ecuador?

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School is out. Summertime has arrived. It’s time to head out on summer holiday, and there’s no better or more memorable destination than the Galapagos. But many of our Guests wonder what exactly the summer months have in store on the Islands. While we have…

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Your Galapagos adventure should be the trip of a lifetime. Not only is it one of the most beautiful, magical, and unique destinations on the planet, any Galapagos trip requires you to dedicate a portion of your time and resources to making it happen. That’s…

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The Galapagos archipelago is an awe-inspiring, one-of-a-kind destination. No other place on Earth offers travelers the opportunity to get so close to such a wide variety of wildlife, sea life, and gorgeous landscapes. That natural beauty is independent and strong, and it’s simply our privilege…

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From otherworldly wildlife to breathtaking scenery and extraordinary underwater landscapes, the Galapagos is an internationally-renowned destination for photographers. Whether you’re an amatuer photographer or a passionate, budding professional, you’ll want to keep your camera close to capture the magic of your Galapagos adventure. With instruction…

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Quasar Expeditions has long been a service of choice for retired adventurers who have discerning tastes when it comes to their global travels. But what many travelers in their golden years may not know is that one of the absolute best times to travel with…

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In our posts about the Galapagos, we’ve mainly stuck to talking about, well, the Galapagos. But there’s another destination that factors heavily into your adventure with Quasar Expeditions — mainland Ecuador. In a way, the Galapagos Islands have become the best and worst thing to…

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