Last Frontiers' articles for Ecuador (all categories)
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Viva South America - Oliver Balch
This is a very readable journey through South America, with each chapter looking at a different country in relation to a specific theme. For example, Chile is examined through the eyes of women and Bolivia from the perspective of the poor. The author's commentary on Colombia is particularly hard-hit... Read more»
USA Visa Waiver Programme
From January 2009 if travelling through the US, a visa waiver is required, which can be applied for online and MUST be requested at least 72hrs prior to departure. Read more»
No more riding on the roof
As of 23 January 2009 the new authorities of the Ecuadorian Railway Company have stated that passengers are no longer permitted to travel on the roof of the trains or autoferros (including Chiva Express) on the railway route from Riobamba. Read more»
Last Frontiers Newsletter #10 July 2008
With Wimbledon over we felt it was time for our next newsletter, so if you are planning a foreign trip we have been travelling, as always, to find lots of new ideas for you! In this newsletter: Chile: from north to south (Alison) Colombia: Ed Miles off the beaten track Costa Rica: rafting and... Read more»
Savages - Joe Kane
A compelling account of the Huaorani Indians' struggle against oil exploitation in Ecuador's Amazon basin. Especially poignant as the Huaorani have since opened their doors to tourism as a sustainable form of income. Read more»
Crowning glory of the Andes - Johnny Morris
His search for the perfect headgear gave Johnny Morris just the excuse he needed to visit a small South American country and acquaint himself with the lives and skills of workers in the panama hat industry. Like most balding men, I have a weakness for smart hats; and recently, I developed a passion... Read more»
Last Frontiers Newsletter #4 July 2004
I know it is only a couple of months since our last newsletter, but with the Game Fair looming (see below) we thought it was timely to send another!In this issue: Wildlife in Northern Argentina and the Brazilian Pantanal Mexico: Copper Canyon, whales, and kayaks Guyana: Jungle and Jaguars Fish... Read more»
Last Frontiers Newsletter #3 June 2004
As promised we are back again with some news and updates from the travels of the Last Frontiers team. This newsletter has taken a bit more time to put together than usual as we have all been away so much!In this edition: News from Last Frontiers Jill in Peru and Chile Tracy in Brazil Alison in... Read more»