When one is helping another,
both gain in strength.
- Ecuadorian Proverb
11 DAYS, 10 NIGHTS | myXOadventures.com presents Xpedition: Ecuador. I've spent months in Ecuador during this "unusual" year, and I feel honored to bring you my most immersive offering yet. Xpedition: Ecuador reflects the hard work and commitment to my passion for travel in an entirely new way. I've reinvented the way I work, and how I share it with you. Thank you to the many people of Ecuador, without you this would never be possible. Xpedition Ecuador is the first release in a completely reinvented concept of travel. It's a result of spending time in the field getting to know my surroundings and reflects the incredible people of Ecuador. It honors their heritage, celebrates their biological diversity, and makes a difference in the everyday life of the indigenous people of this magical land. Welcome to myXOadventures.com Xpedition Ecuador. Its creation is meant to inspire the joy and connection needed after a year of isolation. It has the power to heal and the ability to connect you with the real world. You'll find your spirits lifted as you do your part to improve the lives of families here while witnessing the astounding biological and geographical diversity. An immersive, hands-on experience with a maximum of 10 people per group, this offering is open to the public, but can also be privatized for your group if you prefer to travel with friends and family. We are grateful for your consideration and proud to offer the most meaningful adventure myXOadventures.com brought forth since its inception. Welcome Home. XOXO Daniel Milks |
Part 1
Cotacachi, Ecuador
0.3071° N, 78.2647° W
Day 1: Welcome to Ecuador!Upon arrival, I'll be there to greet you along with our English speaking guide, Tomas. We'll help with your bags and escort you to our vehicle waiting just outside the airport doors. Your adventure begins, and the excitement is palpable. SPECIAL WELCOME DINNER AND CEREMONY (Included) In just over an hour and a half, we reach our northern home base - Cotacachi. Within this beautiful town is our new home. Chosen for it location and coziness, our guest house offers a place for us to relax, eat, play and socialize. Our home features a large covered outdoor area for dining and relaxing, as well as an indoor living room and sun room. Outside are quaint and beautiful gardens where a variety of avian species, including the hummingbird, come and go as they please. It's modest, but tastefully appointed and charming. Our guide Tomas is also our host. As he says, "Mi Casa su Casa". My home is your home. You'll feel this soon after you arrive. This evening is very special. You'll hear the sounds of indigenous musical instruments as we near. Soon the tension of travel will melt away. A soothing sound calls you to embrace your new surroundings, eases your mind, and reminds you that yes indeed, you've arrived. We've asked and been granted the presence of a Shaman. He'll be with us for a time this evening, and if you like, a personal blessing will be provided to you. This can be in the form of a request for healing, a blessing for you and your loved ones, or perhaps a personal breakthrough you desire. The Shaman is here for you, and able to help assist in the healing you need. Thousands of years and generations of knowledge await. All you have to do is ask, and it will be granted. Traditional Ecuadorian food will be served this evening for your enjoyment. No need to concern yourself with cost, it's included as our way of saying "Welcome" and "Thank you". It's our pleasure that you're here. *Itinerary subject to change Day 2: Best of Cotacachi
XO Tip: If you are a shopper, consider bringing an extra piece of luggage with you. *Itinerary subject to change Day 3: Community Connection
*Itinerary subject to change Day 4: Otavalo Market
*Itinerary subject to change
During my visit to Otavalo, I came across a wonderful Orthodontist. Everyone I traveled with had different services here. I had a cleaning, and will follow up with more. Others had crowns, a cracked tooth repaired and whitening. All of these services are at 1/2 to 1/3 of the price in the United States. Should you want to take advantage of these services, simply add the "extra" in the booking process, or talk to me personally. We'll make the appointment and take care of your transportation. Please note though, that we will do our best to make the appointment at a time that doesn't overlap with any of the activities. This might not always be the case though, depending on the amount of time it takes to perform the work. Day 5: Cultural Immersion
*Itinerary subject to change Day 6: Thermal Pools in the Clouds
*Itinerary subject to change Part 2
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