Category Archives: INTERCULTURALIDAD

Ideas to ensure the sustainability of Ecuadorian tourism activity.

By: Ricardo Cevallos (tourism entrepreneur and columnist on conscious tourism for Transport magazine). This time, I reflect on the five pillars identified by the government as fundamental to turning Ecuador into a tourism powerhouse. Among these five pillars, the absence of sustainability is notable. The sustainability of tourism operations should […]

The real giants of Sumpa

When paleontological fossils were found in Tanque Loma near Quebrada Seca in La Libertad on November 2, 2003, one of the most talked-about myths of decades, that of the Sumpa Giants, began to be clarified. What had been presumed for some years, that is, the existence of […]

Safeguarding Traditional Alcoholic Beverages in Ecuador

By: Tin Tin Biritute While countries like Korea have established museums to revive the memory of traditional beverages, as is the case of the Jeonju Museum, in other countries like Colombia, through the prohibition of traditional alcoholic beverages several decades ago, there are no liquors other than industrialized ones, many of which […]

Responsible Tourism in NATIONAL PARKS

All of us who want the world to be a place where we can fully enjoy all the good things in life must be aware that it's not enough for governments, institutions, and environmental organizations to take action, promote projects, and express demands. Our actions as "isolated" individuals also produce environmental impacts, so […]

Santay, a community tourism option minutes from downtown Guayaquil

Overview of the Eco-Village. Months ago, around fifteen people from Guayaquil's environmental movement were cordially invited by José Delgado to take a community tourism tour of Santay Island. The following are some impressions, recommendations, and suggestions from one of the visitors and environmental interpreter, Pier Luiggi Maquilón. The outing […]

The Montecristi hat. World Cultural Heritage

By Leonardo Parrini A waltz escapes the sound of the old Victrola and merges with the story of Manuel, who with a resolute gesture cranks the ancient RCA Victor phonograph. It is a scorching afternoon in Montecristi, the birthplace of master toquilla straw weavers. Manuel speaks of another Manuel, his namesake Manuel Alfaro, father of […]

Tourism for a Sustainable Future

Participants in the Rio+20 side event on tourism, "Tourism for a Sustainable Future," agreed that tourism, a sector that provides employment and livelihoods for millions of people, especially women and young people, is essential and can significantly contribute to all three pillars of sustainable development: economic, social, and […]

Point to Point 2012.

The PUNTO A PUNTO: SITIO NUEVO – DOS MANGAS cycling competition is returning, aiming to be an unforgettable experience, according to B-rider (the event organizers). The competition will take place on June 24th and will start in the municipality of SITIO NUEVO, located 2 km before Manglaralto on the route of […]

Toquilla Straw Hat Museum in Cuenca

Photo: Touring Ensemble The Barranco area in Cuenca has exceptional architectural value, as it demonstrates the city's ability to adapt to the topography during its growth. Over time, this factor has helped the city maintain its distinctive identity.

EMUTURISMO Santa Elena opens Information Center.

The Santa Elena Municipal Tourism Company will inaugurate its recently remodeled office and Tourist Information Center next Friday, October 28th. These offices are located across from the current bus stop serving northern parts of the province along the Ruta del Sol or Ruta del Spondylus.

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