helloooo,
We're in a lovely town called Cuenca at the moment - Ecuadors third largest city, and its most beautiful. Its so different here from everywhere else - clean, no dogs, no potholes, cobbled streets and the architecture is lovely (wish mum was here). Getting here consisted of a 7 hour train ride with a difference... we sat on the roof of the train which was excellent. Only a couple of hiccups - the train derailed in the first five minutes and then again about a mile later, but pretty much smooth sailing after that. Enjoyed the ride despite the length, the views were sensational as we went down the Devils Nose Switchback, and of course there were the enterprising snack salesmen risking their lifes balancing up and down the train roof to sell the tourists chocolate and water.
We've hooked up with a few travellers from Australia and England for a few days which is nice, sometimes good to be in a group. Overall though, we've felt really safe here. The people are really kind and helpful and we've not encountered any problems as two female travellers.
So, not sure what the plan is over the next few days, Ill fill you in soon.
Lots of love
H