Dreamcatchers are a type of talisman that are thought to ward off bad energy while retaining the good. Jorge Musuña, who makes them for a living in Otavalo, Ecuador, talks to us about their many sizes and varieties and their process of creation.

Modesto Nicolas Gomez Burgos shows us how organic brown sugar is produced at the Santa Barbara factory located in Imbabura, Ecuador.

Manuel Quispe, owner of the indigenous clothing shop, Colors, in Saraguro, Ecuador, explains to us about some of the items they sell, particularly their handcrafted traditional necklaces.

Recognizing that it often seems more difficult to make new friends as adults, rather than in our younger days, Natalia offers us some tips to do so.

Ecuadorian restaurant owner, Carmen Itarba, speaks to us about her restaurant in Yawarkucha, Ecuador, which specializes in tilapia and caters to Ecuadorians and tourists alike.

Celebrated in Ecuador on November second, the Day of the Dead is a time for family members to gather together and pay respects through customs involving food, prayer and music, to deceased family members, whom they view as very much alive energetically.

Gorgeous flora and fauna, beautiful beaches, a pleasant climate and environmental consciousness are just a few of the reasons Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands are such a popular tourist destination.

Marcelo continues to edify us on the benefits of amaranth and quinoa for various parts of our minds and bodies.

Marcelo talks about the properties and benefits of quinoa and amaranth, "superfoods" which have been cultivated since ancient times but are currently gaining international notoriety as nutritional powerhouses.

The Tsáchila community has undertaken the task of opening its doors to foreign visitors, giving them the opportunity to learn more about their traditions and culture.

Residents of Otavalo, Ecuador, explain to us how they celebrate "Inti Raymi," an Inca Empire celebration in honor of the sun god, "Inti," and how it helps them to preserve their culture.

Ecuadorian "Poné," or shamans, utilize plants for their medicinal effects. In this video, we learn about some of their beliefs and wisdom.

Welcome to Otavalo, Ecuador's "Carbón del Palo" restaurant, a unique spot known not only for its unique Colombo-Ecuadorian-Spanish fare, but also for its warm atmosphere and spectacular service.

Tour the Pyramids of Teotihuacán, a World Heritage Site within one of the most magical pre-Hispanic cities of Mesoamerica, near modern day Mexico City.

Miriam Fernández of Guayaquil, Ecuador, introduces us to the renowned "Malecón 2000," a pier where people of all ages can enjoy a plethora of attractions from historical monuments to modern day bars and restaurants, excursions and more.