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    Highlights in Quito = World’s First City Declared Unesco Site

    This was the first real day of exploration! Boy was I excited and nervous as I processed the fact that I came to this country by myself and didn't even tell my mom I signed up for this tour alone (didn't want to freak her out!)
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    Ecuador Ama La Vida! (…And Its Accommodations)

    Since this is the most recent trip I've been on, it only makes sense for this to be my first REAL TRAVEL post! Let’s note that this was my first time in South America. Ecuador is the true embodiment of nature's beauty! It is one of those countries that is outshined by its neighbor Peru because of Machu Picchu :-/. However, it has so much to offer from the largest neo-Gothic basilica in the world to the vibrant butterfly colors in the Amazon.
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    How to Maximize a Day in Quito

    When booking my tour, I was given the option of either departing at 9 AM or 11 PM. I HIGHLY recommend going with the much later flight if you ever have that option. Not being a morning person, I realized to make a 9 AM flight, I would have to leave the hotel at about 5 AM, which means that I would have been team no sleep
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    Must Have Foods While in Ecuador

    I am a foodie. I love to eat! Food tastes good. I used to be QUITE the picky eater as a child. I only wanted chicken, hence my mom called me "chicken lady." I guess you are what you eat. As an adult, especially now that I travel a lot, I have been pushed out of my comfort zone to try different foods.
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    Exploring Baños through Art

    Based on my previous post, Baños is clearly known for its waterfalls. It is also known for something else...
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    Let’s Go Chasing Waterfalls *Ecuador Version*

    Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to" I am not sure where the above quote stems from, but I definitely have a fascination with waterfalls! I have always loved being in and around water. There is just something about water gushing from rocks at a constant rate that keeps me wondering about God's work of nature.
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    Welcome to the Franny the Traveler blog! I’m Dr. Franny, a national award-winning educator, entrepreneur, author, and Black travel enthusiast on a personal mission to make every destination a Black-owned destination. As I visit all 50 states and 50 countries by age 50, this Black travel blog is a growing collection of Black-owned city guides, itineraries, travel tips, and reflections on traveling while Black for the conscious traveler. I’m so happy you’re here!

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