Yesterday we were in Ecuador, which is located at the equator, hence the name. It is a small country with abundant natural resources. However, due to lack of any refining or processing facilities, the materials are sent to other countries for finishing products. Consequently, things here are not less expensive. The city of Manta is known as the tuna capitol of the world. It even has a giant tuna statue in the center of the city. We visited a local archeological museum telling of their ancestry from the Inca Indians. We also watched ships being made by hand from wood. While in Ecuador we also visited Monti Cristi, which is the city where the Panama hat originated. This is quite a process that can take up to 4 months to complete one hat. We are now on our way to Lima, Peru.
Every night there are entertainment programs. The most impressive so far has been a harpist playing broadway and flamenco music. Tin also likes comedy shows and magic shows. The sea has remained calm and the weather has been good, so we are having a great time, but we surely miss all of you.
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