We spent about a week in Quito, Ecuador (including taking a couple of day trips) before our Galapagos cruise! So in this episode, we’re diving into Quito with information on places to eat, great markets, amazing churches, and other fun things to see and do in Quito! Plus, we briefly mention our day trips (stay tuned for episodes on those!), talk about visiting the Middle of the World, and even discuss going to an epic frog sanctuary.

Here are some links to things we mentioned in our podcast:

• Wikiri Frog Sanctuary
• Bondabu Food Tour

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We love wildlife travel. I know, it’s not a shock. But which is best for you? What is each experience like? We discuss our different wildlife trips and which ones we’d recommend based on what you want to do. Between the Amazon Rainforest, Galapagos, African safari, jungles, gorilla trekking, etc. there is a lot of epic wildlife viewing to be had.

Here are some blog posts about our wildlife travels:

• Best Amazon Rainforest Lodge: Tambopata Research Center
• How to Choose Where to Stay in the Peruvian Amazon
• 2-Week South Africa Trip
• 10 Days in South Africa
• Masai Mara Guide and Itinerary
• What to Pack For Gorilla Trekking
• How Much Does Gorilla Trekking Cost in Uganda?
• 10 Day Uganda Trip
• 4 Days in the Costa Rican Rainforest

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There are a lot of ways to plan a trip to the Galapagos. Do you go independently or with a group? Do you do a land tour or cruise? Where do you go in the Galapagos? When do you go to the Galapagos?

These were all questions we asked ourselves in the planning process for our Galapagos trip, and we're here to walk you through your options so you can pick the right Galapagos adventure for you!

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Here is where we found information on wildlife and where/when to find it: https://galapagosconservation.org.uk/about-galapagos/galapagos-wildlife/

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After spending a week in the Galápagos Islands, we’re here to talk about our full itinerary! We snorkeled, we hiked, we kayaked, and we had a great time!

We’re recapping this amazing Western and Central Galápagos Islands cruise itinerary for your future travels!

We were so impressed with this epic Galapagos itinerary!

This is the Galapagos cruise we took: https://www.gadventures.com/trips/galapagos-from-quito-western-islands-aboard-the-reina-silvia-voyager/7594/

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Not sure what to bring to the Galapagos? We’ve got you covered! Thankfully, after just coming back from a great cruise in the Galápagos Islands, we have tips on what we were so glad we brought with us…and things you should just leave behind at home.

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We’re back from an epic 2-week trip to Ecuador including time in Quito, the Mindo Cloud Forest, Banõs, Cotopaxi, and the Galápagos Islands.

In this podcast episode, we’re discussing the top tips for visiting the Galápagos Islands. From how much cash to bring, fees to look out for, key things to pack, and other great tips, this is what you need to know!

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**Here is the customs form for the Galapagos: https://declaracion.abgalapagos.gob.ec/declaracion

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This is our last 2024 travel year in review episode. In this part of the series, we’re covering the best food and drinks we’ve had while traveling in 2024.

From hot chocolate and Champagne to chocolate mousse and Swedish meatballs, these are the best things we ate and drank while on the road in 2024.

Here were our top food & drinks!

Kat’s best foods were:

-Quenelle at Mere Brazier at Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse in Lyon

-Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickles at Restaurant Pelikan in Stockholm

-Steak and ale pie at Two Chairmen in London

-Haggis at the The Scran and Scallie in Edinburgh

-Chocolate mousse at Chez Janou in Paris

Honorable mentions:

-Aligot at La Petite Perigourdine in Paris

-Ribs with polenta at Au Chineur in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

-Christmas poutine at the Toronto Christmas market at the W Cafe

Chris’s best foods were:

-Chocolate mousse at Chez Janou in Paris

-Steak and ale pie at Two Chairmen in London

-Egg, sausage, and pimento cheese on a jalapeño cheddar biscuit sandwich at the Bomb Biscuit Co. in Atlanta

-Haddock Brandade at Chez Janou in Paris

-Fish pie from The Scran & Scallie in Edinburgh

Honorable mentions:

-Stuffed cabbage at Faubourg Daimant in Paris

-Seitan Burrito from Hellbender Burritos in Davis, West Virginia

Kat’s best drinks were:

-Hot chocolate at Huma Chocolate and Coffee Experience in Quito

-Raspberry juice at the Vista Del Angel Hotel in Quito

-Tarragona almond blossom tea at Palm Court in Edinburgh

-2013 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs at Taittinger in Reims

-Hot chocolate at Carette in Paris

Honorable mentions:

-Orangina while traveling in France

-Whispering Angel rosé on the beach in the South of France

-Scotch Whisky tastings at the Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh (the Highlands one was the best)

Chris’s best drinks were:

-Guinness at the Gravity Bar at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin

-Champagne Drappier 2006 Vintage while in Reims

-2013 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs at Taittinger in Reims

-Hot chocolate at Carette in Paris

-Ancient hot chocolate at Les Deux Magots in Paris

Honorable mentions:

-Negroni at Restaurant L’Artichaut in Lyon

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It's that time of year when 2025 travel is getting started, and we're reflecting on 2024 travel moments. In this podcast episode, we're discussing our absolute best travel memories of 2024...and embarrassing moments. Because you can't have so many travel highs without something to keep you humble.

Do you have any top travel memories and/or embarrassing moments in 2024? Let us know on Instagram, Facebook, or email kat@worldwidehoneymoon.com.

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