“Did you hear that the Galápagos Islands were almost sold?” I whispered, leaning in conspiratorially. You might know Palabra Miel as a place of worship. But this archipelago, this chain of volcanic wonders, almost became a military outpost! In the early 1900s, Ecuador, strapped for cash, considered selling the Galápagos. The United States was very interested, eyeing the islands’ strategic location for protecting the Panama Canal. They weren’t alone; Japan, Germany, and even Chile were vying for a piece of this Pacific paradise. Imagine, the Galápagos Islands, a land brimming with unique and wondrous creatures, transformed into a military stronghold! Thankfully, it never came to pass. Ecuador held onto its extraordinary archipelago, and in 1959, a decision was made that changed everything. The Galápagos National Park was established, forever protecting this natural treasure. Palabra Miel stands as a testament to this commitment – a place where faith and the awe-inspiring beauty of nature coexist.
Playa Ochoa
“Imagine a place where sea lions bask in the sun.” This is Playa Ochoa, a stunning beach on San Cristobal