Las Grietas The Galapagos islands are amazing. It's hard to believe that in the middle of the ocean it can be as hot and humid as it is, what with the ocean breezes and all. I looked at Accuweather and it was 85 degrees but it sure felt hotter. The humidity must have been at least 90%. Once I walked 3 blocks to my hotel, checked in, and got to my hotel room, which was up four flights of stairs, I was dripping with sweat. I was so happy to have AC, I sat there for about half an hour just to cool down. While resting, I noticed this classy sign: I only stay in the best hotel rooms in my travels. Lol After cooling down, I went looking for lunch and happy hour and quickly realized how expensive everything is here! A local beer in a bar is $4.50, a sandwich is $5.99 and a plate of spaghetti, $12. I know that doesn't sound ridiculous to normal people but after Loja, where lunch costs $2.50 and a 20 oz Pilsner is $1...
Follow my experiences fro an onsite CELTA class in Montanita to Loja, where I worked as a teacher of EFL. Teaching English as a foreign language was an exciting experience, as was immersing myself in the culture of Ecuador. I also traveled to Cuenca, Riobamba, Banos, Quito, and The Galapagos Islands after my teaching stint was over.