Grand Guayaquil

... can´t wait)!<br>There are security guards everywhere with bullet proof vests on and guns - predominantly around ATM´s, banks and high value shop but almost every 100m you see one.<br>Having got sunburnt as I completely forgot to put on suncream because it was cloudy in the morning, I went in search of some long light trousers and long-sleeved t-shirt for the Galapagos. Bought some trousers for $6 only to find when I got home they had no button and a hole in them - mum ...

... in circles. Later on, we met at a cafe with some other CSers, after which we finally went out to a bar and a club for people to drink and dance, obviously. I was a bit tired and not really in the mood for dancing, so I was glad when we finally got a visit from the cops at the club we were at, where they were asking ...

... visiting the property by horse and for lunch we had another surprise from Denise: she in fact organised a great meal to celebrate (again) Massimo's 33rd birthday without missing out the traditional cake with candles, Muchas Gracias Denise, it was a great birthday! The very same afternoon we then headed to Lima from where we then took a plane to the Amazons. Soon to come, M&amp;M's in the "Jungle"!

Well folks! Its been 11 hotels, 2 Apartments and 6 months in Ecuador and what a trip this has been. Up through the coast which is called "The Ruta Del Sol" (route of the sun). Included Guyaquil, Puerto Lopez, Bahia Carequez, Canoa Ayampe, Olon, Salinas and Montanita. We also went to Quito which is the capiatal of Ecuador. Now its back to lima peru! Ecuador is very interesting to say the least. I like it but not better ...

... through it, but don't let me miss an open door. And if there is an open door in '12 or four years later, and if it is something that is going to be good for my family, for my state, for my nation, an opportunity for me, then I'll plough through that door." I heard that door is sitting in front of a 4 meter slab of concrete... Please, please plough right on through, preferably at top speed, sitting behind the wheel of a minni cooper. To the Galapagos next......

... were frigates and boobies all over the place doing their little mating performances, as well as tons of moms with fluffy new baby frigates and boobies. The sun was just coming up and it was a really lovely way to finish off the trip. After this we headed back to the boat for breakfast and to pack up. Before we knew it we were in ...