Traveling both internationally and abroad has changed drastically over the last generation. When my mother traveled Europe for a month as a teenager a Eurail pass meant you show up at the train station when you are ready to move cities. Now you often need reservations, and if it is an overnight train there is …
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Welcome to Travel To Blank! Hello we are Jazmín and Steven the globetrotting couple behind Travel To Blank. We love traveling the world and exploring all the unique destinations and wonderful cultures. We met at the University of Colorado Boulder and have not stopped traveling since. After Steven graduated we embarked on a two month road trip …
North America is home to more natural wonders than many people actually realize. As one of the most beautiful continents in the world, the land is teeming with wildlife among its majestic mountains, tranquil plains, and within its many natural lakes, rivers, and streams. As a vacationer, North America is a virtual paradise, yet the …
Traveling together as a family is an amazing way to build lasting memories. There are so many options out there and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Start by thinking about the ages of the kids in your family, your budget and schedule, and what your vacation goals are. Then, read on to discover five vacation …
Welcome! Hello travelers! We are Steven and Jazmin. In our guides we share hidden gems to promote sustainability, and include off the beaten path stops that highlight diverse backgrounds and experiences while promoting diversity and inclusion, no matter how you travel. We have traveled to over 40 countries and have knocked some amazing destinations off our bucket list …
Quito is the capital of Ecuador, and the largest city. Established during the 16th century on Inca ruins, Quito became the first city in the world to be declared by UNESCO a cultural heritage for the humanity in 1978. The city has more history than buildings. There are more things to do in Quito than …
I just got back from a road trip of northern Ecuador. Northern Ecuador is full of mountains, forests, rivers and everything green. Two places that were not on our trip route, but still made it into this travel guide are Quito and Cotopaxi. That is because we have already visited both of them on a previous …
The Quilotoa Lagoon is in the westernmost volcano of the Ecuadorian Andes, within the Los Illinizas Ecological Reserve. The lagoon is located in the crater of almost three kilometers in diameter and 3900 meters high. The caldera is 250 meters deep and thanks to the minerals, the lagoon has a greenish-bluish color. In this guide …
Our trip to Otavalo was a stop on a longer Northern Ecuador road trip. See our complete Northern Ecuador travel guide. Otavalo is located 3 hours from Mindo and 90 minutes north of Quito. One thing we learned is that if your are not starting your northern Ecuador road trip in Quito, that Otavalo is the perfect central …
Calacalí was the second stop on a longer Northern Ecuador road trip. See our complete Northern Ecuador travel guide. Between Mindo and Otavalo, you must pass just north of Quito along with the small town of Calacalí. In the center of town Calacalí has a smaller version of the Mitad del Mundo, only 10 km down the road. While the …
Mindo is known by its inhabitants as a place for extreme sports and for its cloud forest with its rich biodiversity. The extreme sports that are practiced in Mindo are rafting, tubing, trekking, canopy, mountain biking and canyoning. Mindo is located between the Coast and the highlands, but it has an air of the Amazon. …
This month my wife and I have been organizing our apartment and packing it into as few boxes as possible. We are less than one month away from moving to Spain for a year. Thanks to a gap year, college, a foreign-born spouse, and a master’s program in Spain I will be moving to the …
The city of Bucay is a relatively young and small city, right on the edge of the Guayas and Bolivar Provinces, just 100km East of Guayaquil. Tourism to the waterfalls of Bucay and and its many rivers has been growing drastically over the last decade, as the city tries to keep up. Driving through Bucay …
Jazmin, a native Ecuadorian, grew up in Guayaquil and thought she had seen everything the city has to offer. Or so we thought. We had visited every place we in different tourist guides to Guayaquil. A quick trip to the Ministerio de Turismo left us with an armload of tourism pamphlets, fliers and maps of …
Guayaquil, Ecuador is a bustling city with an endless array of things to do and experience for both tourists and locals alike. If you only have a short time in the city, I would stick to the downtown areas. The city of Guayaquil was founded by Spanish Conquistadors in 1538. The city gained independence from …
If you are trying to manage a business whilst you travel or carrying out freelance work from abroad then you might find yourself struggling to manage certain aspects. But we are coming to the rescue with our top picks for various pieces of software that you can sign up for today to make your professional …
Your home and its interior display a part of you and your travel stories. It is the initial impressions that visitors have of you when they enter your home. Beautifully home decor and painted walls from your most raw or exotic trip journals are not only refreshing but also sentimental. People love to travel the …
Practicing activities that bring you joy has both personal and professional benefits in life. If you’re especially excited about exercise or another type of hobby, then you might have just discovered your passion. Passion is a value with significant meaning for an activity that you love doing. However, finding your passion may be difficult as …
Vacations are a chance to relax and take your mind off your day-to-day worries. That said, all that relaxation means that many of us forget about our health. With so many temptations and a break from our usual routine, these simple tips will help you keep on top of your health wherever you are in …
Mooring your boat properly is a vital skill that every boat owner should have. You don’t want to find your boat floating away, sunk, or damaged. Apart from the stress and financial loss, a damaged or submerged boat is also an environmental hazard. Mooring your boat properly and safely will give you peace of mind …
Those who would like to travel for business or pleasure throughout the majority of the European Union and to adjacent nations like Norway can typically do so without a visa. The region called the Schengen Area allows travel without the usual border control for citizens of member nations as well as 63 other nations. The …
This weekend Cristi and I are completing our PADI Open Water Diver certificate. So, I decided to create a scuba diving bucket list of the best diving spots in the world. I plan in one day visiting all of these place, so stay tuned for updates and photos of dives, although we will most likely …
Underwater photos with the LifeProof Fre case Last year my wife purchased a LifeProof iPhone 5s Fre Case as a general case to prevent cracks and scratches on her iPhone 5s after several broken screens. It worked well as the phone has successfully survived many drops, rainstorms and adventures. It was not until more …
Hello all, this is my first update from Ecuador! Since arriving in Ecuador almost a month ago, things have been rather busy for me. Lots of things to get done, all while finishing up the last two classes of my college career online. Hence, I have not had the opportunity to travel and explore much …
Most people don’t mind working the typical “9 to 5” job, but many others would prefer more freedom when it comes to work and making money. Fortunately, in this day and age, there are so many different and unique kinds of jobs available that will allow you to do just that. There are even jobs …
Qatar Airways – the fastest progressing international airline Despite entering the aviation sector late, Qatar Airways is seeing tremendous success. If the airline has survived such fierce competition, it must have something unique. But each airline has to be a little bit distinctive. It may be a little characteristic, such as an additional inch of …
With health concerns on the rise, people are constantly searching for leisure activities that help them keep their health intact. Outdoor activities are often a popular choice as they provide a welcome break from the overwhelming world of technology while letting you wiggle your body around! And luckily for you, bike tours are just the …
Have you ever wanted to travel to Colombia? This South American country is a tourist hotspot, and for good reason – it has everything from coastlines and rainforests to snow-capped peaks and vibrant cities. The country is also home to some amazing wildlife, including jaguars, anteaters, and hundreds of species of birds. As the COVID-19 …
There is no doubt that the world is a different place in 2022 than it was just two years ago. In 2020, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) took the world by storm, disrupting travel plans and posing a serious threat to people all over the globe. Now, the same world is gradually returning to the pre-pandemic …
New York City is the largest city in the United States by population. More than 8 million people call The Big Apple home, which is more than twice as many people as the U.S.’s next largest city, Los Angeles. When it comes to actual size, New York is only ranked 24th, meaning that it is …
London, calling it a lover’s paradise nestling love fables from all across the world, would fit the description for one of the most romantic destinations worldwide. The only place where the tea is hot, the accents are sweeter, and the experience is like a piece of cake. Don’t worry, London’s got your back. There is …
Located on Lake Michigan, Manistee Michigan is hard to beat as one of the best vacation spots you can choose. From all of the rich history surrounding you to the fun festivals, this city has it all. If you are in the market to look for new adventures, there’s a lot to see and do …
Love is in the air for one of your best girlfriends, and she’s really struggling with where to begin planning her perfect wedding. She knows she doesn’t want a traditional church wedding, and she thinks weddings on beaches are cliche (hey, that’s her right, even though beach weddings are amazing), and she hasn’t even picked …