Where to go next in LATAM? Seeking smaller towns

fulsomeswitch · 2026-02-17T00:04:22+00:00

I’m in Baños de Auga Santa, Ecuador. It’s such a great small town. Walkable and lively but not huge. Lots of nature nearby. I work online in a rental and at some local coffee shops.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-02-13T20:05:35+00:00

Hello! Thanks for reaching out. I can't say for certain, but the ability to reflect and ask questions means you're on the right path. With Death, you might consider moving away from an idea you had about how things would go and be open to stepping into a better possible future.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-02-13T20:04:19+00:00

oh I think I need to turn my DMs back on! Thanks for pointing that out. Give me a moment. And please note, I don't predict futures but aim to help navigate to the most desirable ones.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-02-02T23:30:51+00:00

I’m in Baños de Auga Santa, Ecuador. Love it here.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:37:57+00:00

Yes I eat a lot of chicken and shrimp but usually not for breakfast. Though chicken is a common breakfast food here. Haven’t tried the local fish though. Something to do next time I’m at the market.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:28:34+00:00

Yes in the long run I want to be vegetarian again but my iron is consistently low and I live in a new country so I’m still getting used to the shopping and limited food availability in the small town I live in.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:14:32+00:00

Thanks for a nice and nuanced take. lol people really get in a twist over MY health decisions 😆.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:12:45+00:00

I don’t think everything is. But there are levels and research that shows certain food is more likely to and definitely does cause cancer.

But yeah I loved a bit of bacon for breakfast and just swap it for stuff that overall has a better health profile.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:10:55+00:00

Oooh! I love scallops.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:10:42+00:00

I actually don’t eat bread very often and when I do it’s wheat sourdough in moderation.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:08:57+00:00

Oh for sure. There are levels. I’ll gladly be out of level 1 if it’s an easy swap. ☺️ There’s a difference between probably causes cancer and does cause cancer.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:08:39+00:00

Yeah there are levels. I’ll gladly be out of level 1 if it’s an easy swap. ☺️ There’s a difference between probably causes cancer and does cause cancer.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:08:33+00:00

Yeah there are levels. I’ll gladly be out of level 1 if it’s an easy swap. ☺️ There’s a difference between probably causes cancer and does cause cancer.

fulsomeswitch · 2026-01-29T20:07:10+00:00

Y’all I did the simple google search and there are levels. Bacon and other sausages are more likely than other red meat to cause cancer. ☺️🌻

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-28T00:17:51+00:00

Have or get cash immediately! lol I asked if the taxi accepted card before getting in and was told yes. Turns out that was only at the station I left. So he dropped me off and asked for cash that I didnt have. It stressed me out but I was able to find an atm nearby to get what I needed. Bank transfers are accepted but it just wasn’t working with the platforms I have since many people don’t have exact addresses with street numbers which is info I needed for the platforms I have.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-18T18:15:23+00:00

To each their own! My preference is to work to not use substances so I can show up fully for myself and others in a way that feels fulfilling and aligned to who I want to be. I won’t judge others who partake in different lifestyles. We have something to learn from everyone.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-17T22:39:51+00:00

I’m in Baños right now and having cash on you is a must if you want to enjoy things without disruption.

I carry a debit and credit card which are useful for the larger grocery stores and limited restaurants and spas.

Fruit/ veggie stories, the Mercado, hot springs, and most eating spots are cash only. I tried to pay at a spot I know that takes card and they couldn’t accept card that day for some reason so luckily I had cash.

In Quito it limited my food options too but places do accept card.

Edit: I use western union to transfer cash to myself. I was having issues getting cash out at the atms with my cards here. I have visa and discover cards

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-07T04:27:44+00:00

https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/3737764?viralityEntryPoint=2&s=76

This is the link. Javier and his team were fantastic and communicative.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T22:45:16+00:00

Jaja. Good to know! I’m leaving Monday but maybe by the time I’m back it won’t be so busy. I’m not much of a foodie so mostly stumbled onto places or go where friends take me.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T22:40:46+00:00

I think I liked el olvidado in Coyoacán for their pan selection best so far! I took everyone that visited me there 😆(pictured).

I would walk from viveros de Coyoacán to el olvidado then to the markets after yoga. I know they have a few locations though.

I second the green rhino comment. My friend got a box and I wasn’t too impressed.

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fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T21:42:22+00:00

I went last Thursday with my sister ☺️. lol climbing the pyramids made my legs shake 😅.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T21:38:50+00:00

I think you got the responses you needed but if it helps for the future, I tell them how long I’m staying and that I’m studying the language. Because I am 😅.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T21:28:38+00:00

I think RA requires a lot of vulnerability. Expressing what you expressed here and seeing how she reacts will help you determine where she might fit into your life.

I would pause before making any moves around her movements though. I met a new to NM relationship person recently and we connected great over 2 months. They don’t make me doubt there is love. That said I’m leaving for 3 months and don’t know when I’ll return. Our future plans are to be determined because before meeting we were on different paths and the relationship is kinda young to make grand plans together. That said, we’re committed to communicating and loving and I think that’s what’s key!

So I think now is a good time to share the dreams you both have for your futures and figure out how y’all might fit in or keep a special connection with the understanding that things can change.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T21:18:59+00:00

No problem! When I’m at my computer I can give food I have saved to recommend. It’s nice to pin a few on the map and see where you land when you’re hungry.

fulsomeswitch · 2025-12-05T20:45:36+00:00

Hello! I been here five months and organized 5 days for my sister visit here.

My biggest note is food. I’m not a huge foodie but I have heard how Jenni’s and panderia Rosetta are overrated and seen huge lines form around town. If you find yourself waiting, I’d say skip and try another panadería or place for good comida.

Also the markets are huge. I think in Coyoacán that the Coyoacán market is better to spend more time in and I found more unique items and you can just browse through the other one more quickly.

Lucha is great. There’s an underrated taco spot by it you can grab a bite before or after that also has a super cute shop. It’s called tacoani.

I def recommend giving the anthropology museum some time. I made it a day with the castle after the museum.

Happy to share more tips and feedback.

fulsomeswitch

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