Following the outbreak of violence and the decree of a state of emergency in Ecuador, concerns have been raised over the safety of prospective visitors and foreign nationals currently in the country.

With unmatched wildlife, historic cities and one of the great bucket list destinations on its itinerary, Ecuador is a dream vacation. Here’s where to go, what to see and how to do it hassle free.

This is my quick guide of crossing the border from Colombia to Ecuador at the Rumichaca border crossing (Ipiales to Tulcan) ...

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