https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/ecuador tourism/ Ecuador Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-25T13:57:46+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm-london-2025-mateo-estrella-minister-of-tourism-ecuador/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm-london-2025-mateo-estrella-minister-of-tourism-ecuador/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:28:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-becomes-the-cultural-capital-of-latin-america-for-the-month-of-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-becomes-the-cultural-capital-of-latin-america-for-the-month-of-may/ This May, Quito will tear down the walls of its museums and turn the whole city into a living stage of art, history and culture. In commemoration of International Museum Day, the Ecuadorian capital is launching an ambitious programme with over 200 activities in more than 60 cultural venues, thus consolidating itself as one of the largest celebrations of heritage in Latin America. Tue, 20 May 2025 05:26:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-shows-commitment-to-ecotourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-shows-commitment-to-ecotourism/ Ecuador’s capital city has over 60,000 hectares of protected land dedicated to the conservation of the spectacled bear, the last of its lineage in South America, which plays a crucial role in the health of its forests Thu, 08 May 2025 14:58:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-set-to-participate-in-the-international-tourism-trade-fair-fitur-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-set-to-participate-in-the-international-tourism-trade-fair-fitur-2025/ The capital of Ecuador is ready to participate for the tenth time at the International Tourism Fair (FITUR), one of the most important events in the global tourism industry, to be held from 22 to 26 January in Madrid, Spain. The most beautiful city in the world will be a co-exhibitor on the Ecuador stand, where the Quito Tourism Board will strengthen the destination’s presence in the European market, to create new business opportunities for the city’s tourism sector. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:35:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-a-safe-destination-for-tourists-in-ecuador/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-a-safe-destination-for-tourists-in-ecuador/ Despite what a recent international ranking may suggest, tourists consistently comment on how safe they feel when touring Quito’s main urban and rural attractions. According to the Igarapé Institute’s Global Homicide Monitor, Quito is one of the least violent capitals in Latin America. In 2023, the city recorded a homicide rate of 9.7 per 100,000 inhabitants, far lower than cities like Caracas (47.9), San José in Costa Rica (22.8), Montevideo (15.2) and Bogotá (13.5). Mon, 23 Sep 2024 05:47:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-welcomes-romance-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-welcomes-romance-tourism/ Quito provides a magical backdrop for proposals, weddings, honeymoons, vow renewals or simply a romantic getaway, with the city’s warm hospitality playing a key role in creating unforgettable experiences. To this end, Quito Turismo is working to position the city as a prime wedding destination, attracting both domestic and international couples. The city offers a range of options in this specialised area of events to ensure that couples can create truly memorable moments Sat, 21 Sep 2024 06:44:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/throughout-tourism-month-quito-promotes-its-wonderful-opportunities/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/throughout-tourism-month-quito-promotes-its-wonderful-opportunities/ Quito welcomes September with the launch of Tourism Month and various activities to showcase the best opportunities for tourists in the ‘most beautiful city in the world’, including two major events: the 53rd International Eucharistic Congress and the TravelMart LatinAmerica (TMLA) trade show. Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:52:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/summer-tourism-experiences-showcase-quitos-beauty/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/summer-tourism-experiences-showcase-quitos-beauty/ Quito is home to an extensive program of tourist experiences, offering local, national, and international visitors the chance to explore and uncover the gastronomic, cultural, and architectural riches of Ecuador’s capital. Through Quito Turismo, locals and tourists alike can enjoy experiences that reveal the city’s history and significance. From getting a close-up look at its buildings, monuments and museums to participating in religious and ancestral events, these activities showcase the capital’s diverse heritage Thu, 08 Aug 2024 06:26:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-charting-a-course-towards-becoming-a-smart-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-charting-a-course-towards-becoming-a-smart-destination/ Quito Turismo is embarking on a journey to transform the city into a Smart Tourism Destination (DTI), aiming to boost competitiveness through enhanced tourist experiences, improved resident-visitor interactions, the widespread incorporation of technology and advanced sustainability management. Sat, 13 Jul 2024 06:14:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-turismo-wins-world-travel-award-for-south-americas-leading-city-touri/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quito-turismo-wins-world-travel-award-for-south-americas-leading-city-touri/ Quito Turismo has been honoured with the World Travel Award for South America’s Leading City Tourist Board 2024. The announcement was made on 1 July, marking the agency’s first win in this prestigious category. Quito Turismo competed against tourist boards from Buenos Aires, Bogota, Medellin, Lima, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Guayaquil, and Cuenca, Quito in its debut nomination. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:07:21 +0000