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Kerala India Travel VLOG 2019

Our Kerala India Travel VLOG 2019 covers a once-in-a-lifetime trip that we took from our expat home in Cuenca Ecuador to Kerala India for our friend’s wedding. You can view all our blog posts, videos and photo galleries here.

Cuenca Ecuador to Kerala India Travel VLOG

South Beach Miami Our Journey from Cuenca Ecuador to South Beach Miami (Episode 94 – Part 1) (4/18/2019) - WE'RE GOING TO INDIA! Two of our friends from Namaste India in Cuenca are getting married in Kerala in Southern India and we're going to their wedding! But first, we must journey from Cuenca Ecuador to South Beach Miami....
Amsterdam AirBnB Apartment Tour Drama at 35,000 Feet + Amsterdam AirBnB Apartment Tour (Episode 95 – Part 2) (4/20/2019) - We left Miami on British Airways and headed to Amsterdam via Heathrow. This video shares our journey across the pond, Amelia's drama on the airplane and our Amsterdam AirBnB Apartment Tour in the Jordaan neighborhood....
Amsterdam Canal Tour Spring 2019 Amsterdam Canal Tour Spring 2019 (Episode 96 – Part 3) (4/23/2019) - We TOTALLY lucked out on the weather during our stay in Amsterdam, which made our Amsterdam Canal Tour even more perfect! It has been unseasonably warm following an unseasonably cold snap. We barely saw a cloud during our 5 days here! We're off to India tomorrow!
Keukenhof Tulip Garden Tour Amsterdam Keukenhof Tulip Garden Spring 2019 Amsterdam (Episode 97 – Part 4) (4/25/2019) - We hope you enjoy our tour of the amazingly beautiful Keukenhof Tulip Garden just south of Amsterdam. It's only open for 2 months out of the year while the tulips are blooming so we were fortunate to be there during that small window on a beautiful, sunny, blue sky day....
Adimalathura India Dinner With Chinnu’s Family in Adimalathura India in Southern Kerala (Episode 98 – Part 5) (5/1/2019) - We traveled from Amsterdam to Mumbai to Trivandrum India to spend a few days with Chinnu in her village of Adimalathura India. After we arrived in Trivandrum, Chinnu and her family were at the airport to greet us. We drove to the Ideal Ayurvedic Resort where we stayed for 3 nights. After we got settled in, we drove the short distance to Chinnu's village where her family had prepared snacks and dinner for us...
Trivandrum India Shopping Trivandrum India Shopping & More in Kerala (Episode 99 – Part 6) (5/2/2019) - We did all sorts interesting things on our first full day in Kerala India. Chinnu picked us up right after breakfast and took us for shopping in Trivandrum India. We needed some wedding and hot weather clothes. Amelia also bought some jewelry for the wedding and a beautiful lehenga dress....
Journey to the Wedding Trivandrum to Adimali Drive: Journey to Chinnu & Abin’s Marriage in Central Kerala India (Episode 100 – Part 7) (5/4/2019) - After spending 3 days in the Trivandrum area on the southern tip of India, our Trivandrum to Adimali Drive via taxi was fun and beautiful....
Adimali India Marriage Family, Friends, Food & Fun: Chinnu & Abin’s Adimali India Marriage Festivities (Episode 101 – Part 8) (5/7/2019) - After a long journey from Cuenca Ecuador to Adimali India via Quito, Miami, Amsterdam, Mumbai and Trivandrum, we arrived in the mountain jungles of central Kerala in Southern India for Chinnu and Abin's wedding. This video is Part 1 and covers the morning and afternoon of the first day of the 2-day wedding. Normally, the wedding would last 3 days, but because Chinnu's village of Adimalathura is so far from Adimali, the family compressed the timeline to 2 days....
India Wedding Parties Chinnu & Abin’s India Wedding Parties (Episode 102 – Part 9) (5/9/2019) - Amelia rocks her saree at Chinnu's ceremony before we went to Abin's ceremony. We had SOOO much fun at the India Wedding Parties!
India Wedding Day in Adimali India India Wedding Day! Chinnu & Abin’s Marriage and Reception Party (Episode 103 – Part 10) (5/11/2019) - The big day has arrived! It's India Wedding Day! Join us as we share in Chinnu and Abin's very special day in Adimali India!
Munnar India Kerala's Tourist Town The Exotic City of Munnar India & Eravikulam National Park + Le Celestium Hotel Tour (Episode 104 – Part 11) (5/14/2019) - After the wedding, Abin's brother Basil arranged a hotel and some sightseeing for us in Munnar India. On our first day in Munnar, Basil arranged a driver (Shiva) to take us to lunch at Alibaba & 41 Dishes, show us around Munnar, and drive us to Eravikulam National Park...
Tea Plantations of Kerala India Munnar Tea Plantations & Flower Gardens on the Road to Mattupetty (Episode 105 – Part 12) (5/16/2019) - On our second day in Munnar, India, Basil at Le Celestium Hotel arranged a tour along the road from Munnar to Mattupetty. We thoroughly enjoyed the scenery, especially the Munnar Tea Plantations....
Kerala India Farewell Niraamaya Resort Tour + Kerala Farewell Feast (Episode 106 – Part 13) (5/18/2019) - This is the final video from our trip to 4 continents in 4 weeks. Our Niraamay Resort Tour is stunning. Plus, Chinnu and Abin's family had a feast to celebrate the marriage, and to honor the attendance of the 4 gringos from Cuenca, Ecuador.
Air Travel Tales & Tips Air Travel Tales & Tips – 4 Continents in 4 Weeks (Episode 108 – Part 14) (5/25/2019) - We recorded 13 travel videos on our India Trip, but we had a lot of stories that didn't make it into any of them and we wanted to share those with you. We also learned a few lessons that you might find useful on your future travels....
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Colombia has been on our list of must-visit places Colombia has been on our list of must-visit places for a long time. So after a lot of research and a few recommendations, we decided to embark on a journey to Medellín. After a relatively short travel day from our home in Ecuador, we arrived in the vibrant neighborhood of El Poblado, with its bustling streets and lively atmosphere. Our AirBnB offered a breathtaking view of the city, allowing us to take in the beauty of Medellín from above. One of the first things we noticed was the abundance of large trees, colorful flowers and plants with enormous leaves. It felt like we were walking through a jungle with a city in it! As we explored the city, we stumbled upon a world of flavors at local restaurants like Kaime, AMA Restaurante, and Florez Food Garden. The food was so delicious that we found ourselves returning to the same places way too many times! We spent our days soaking in the sun on the patios of these restaurants, surrounded by the sounds of people from all over the world speaking different languages. We felt right at home amidst the diversity. As we walked the streets of El Poblado, Sabaneta, Laureles, La Floresta and other areas during our visit, we were impressed by how developed and modern it was. The city is truly special, full of life and energy. Our trip to Medellín was far more surprising and memorable than we expected. And far too short! We left with full hearts, full bellies and a full camera, eager to share our experiences with you. We can't wait to return to this beautiful city and continue our adventures, but next time, we'll stay longer than a week!
NEW VIDEO dropping TODAY at 5PM Eastern / Ecuador NEW VIDEO dropping TODAY at 5PM Eastern / Ecuador / Colombia Time on our YouTube Channel! Our first time in Colombia did NOT disappoint! We absolutely LOVED our week in Medellín! We stayed in an AirBnB in the El Poblado neighborhood, which is one of the most popular areas for tourists and expats from around the world. You can work all day and party all night! We also visited several other areas in Medellin, such as Sabaneta, Laureles, La Floresta, El Estadio and others. In this video, we talk about the top 10 things that surprised us the most about Medellin. While it was similar to a few places we've lived and visited in Ecuador, it was also quite a bit different. PS: We can show you how to earn reliable online income from anywhere in the world with any skill set so you can take your freedom BACK! Use AAJP20 to save 20% during checkout! Learn more and sign up on LiveAbroadNow.com!
Hola Unconventionals! It's time to cast your vote Hola Unconventionals! It's time to cast your vote for the February Member's Choice Video! We have 3 interesting options for this month so you might have a tough time choosing just one! Join us on Patreon today to cast your vote and you'll also get some other great perks! Learn more and sign-up on Patreon / AmeliaAndJP
When we moved to Manta Ecuador, Amelia and I both When we moved to Manta Ecuador, Amelia and I both fulfilled a dream to live in a highrise condo on the beach with an ocean view. The views from our balcony were breathtaking, and we spent many evenings sitting out there, sipping mocktails and watching the sunset. Flocks of pelicans flew by our balcony regularly, and we loved to watch them glide gracefully through the air. Although we couldn't see the sunrise from our condo, the sunsets over the ocean were truly incredible. We also enjoyed watching kitesurfers on occasion, and even had front-row seats to the swimming portion of the Manta Ironman competition. The high tide was quite loud, especially when it occurred early in the morning, but it was a small price to pay for the amazing ocean views. One of our favorite things to do was walk to the neighborhood mercadito to buy fresh fruits and veggies from Yanki and her family. We also loved to eat at South Indian, a restaurant owned by our friend Ravi. Although we don't live there anymore, the memories of our time in Manta will always hold a special place in our hearts. And we sure miss the views!
Join Us on Tuesday Jan 31 at 7PM Eastern/Ecuador T Join Us on Tuesday Jan 31 at 7PM Eastern/Ecuador Time for a LIVE Zoom Happy Hour Video Call! We'll talk about our recent trip to a very popular expat city (not in Ecuador) and then we'll do our normal social Q&A. We hope you can make it! Learn more and sign-up on Patreon.com/AmeliaAndJP Hope to see you all there! Amelia And JP P.S. You can join us for just one month AND you can watch the replays if you can't make the live event. It's a great way to get your questions answered in a conversational format. Your support helps us continue sharing information about Ecuador and moving abroad! Muchas Gracias! 🥳 #Ecuador #Expats #ExpatLife #MoveAbroad #LiveAbroad
We just dropped a NEW VIDEO over on buff.ly/3HyLOd We just dropped a NEW VIDEO over on buff.ly/3HyLOdl Since our viewers seem to love our real estate tours (based on the popularity of the past videos) we've decided to start doing them again. We are NOT real estate agents and we're not "pushing real estate." A lot of our viewers want to see the types of homes that are available when they're researching their move to other countries, so they appreciate these tours. And we enjoy looking at properties and sharing them with you. In this video, we visited the area known as Valle de los Chillos in the southeast corner of the Quito Ecuador Metro Area. It's about 30 minutes (in good traffic) to downtown Quito and 45 minutes to the Quito International Airport. We toured 4 properties in 2 different golf course communities, with prices to fit almost any home buying budget. Club los Chillos is a large gated housing development with a 9-hole golf course, olympic swimming pool, clay tennis courts, bar & restaurant, large fenced park, and several other amenities. Club los Cerros is an exclusive golf course community with houses lining the perimeter of the 18-hole professional golf course. It also has a nice restaurant in the club house. #expats #expatlife #realestate #golfcourseliving
When Amelia and I lived in Olón, Ecuador, we ofte When Amelia and I lived in Olón, Ecuador, we often took evening strolls on the beach to watch the sunset over the ocean as the soothing sound of foamy white waves lapped the shore. The colors of the sky transitioned from yellow to orange to pink to purple. Sunsets in Olón were a ritual for us, as well as other locals and tourists (when it wasn't cloudy). We all gathered to watch in awe as the sun took its daily plunge into the ocean while families played soccer on the beach, their laughter filling the air. Evenings were also a favorite time for the neighborhood dogs to join the rest of us on the beach. They chased birds, kids and each other, adding to the lively atmosphere. Children built sandcastles and little red crabs scurried around digging holes as the waves filled them back in. It was a constant battle the little crabs were destined to lose. We moved away from Olón almost two years ago, and while we probably won't move back, we still miss the sunsets and our long walks on the beach. Those sunsets will always hold a special place in our hearts. We may not be able to physically be there to watch them anymore, but the memories will stay with us forever. #Olon #Ecuador #Sunsets #Ocean #Beach
A few shots from our visit to Chapala Mexico. #cha A few shots from our visit to Chapala Mexico. #chapala #mexico #expats #lakechapala
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Colombia has been on our list of must-visit places Colombia has been on our list of must-visit places for a long time. So after a lot of research and a few recommendations, we decided to embark on a journey to Medellín. After a relatively short travel day from our home in Ecuador, we arrived in the vibrant neighborhood of El Poblado, with its bustling streets and lively atmosphere. Our AirBnB offered a breathtaking view of the city, allowing us to take in the beauty of Medellín from above. One of the first things we noticed was the abundance of large trees, colorful flowers and plants with enormous leaves. It felt like we were walking through a jungle with a city in it! As we explored the city, we stumbled upon a world of flavors at local restaurants like Kaime, AMA Restaurante, and Florez Food Garden. The food was so delicious that we found ourselves returning to the same places way too many times! We spent our days soaking in the sun on the patios of these restaurants, surrounded by the sounds of people from all over the world speaking different languages. We felt right at home amidst the diversity. As we walked the streets of El Poblado, Sabaneta, Laureles, La Floresta and other areas during our visit, we were impressed by how developed and modern it was. The city is truly special, full of life and energy. Our trip to Medellín was far more surprising and memorable than we expected. And far too short! We left with full hearts, full bellies and a full camera, eager to share our experiences with you. We can't wait to return to this beautiful city and continue our adventures, but next time, we'll stay longer than a week!
NEW VIDEO dropping TODAY at 5PM Eastern / Ecuador NEW VIDEO dropping TODAY at 5PM Eastern / Ecuador / Colombia Time on our YouTube Channel! Our first time in Colombia did NOT disappoint! We absolutely LOVED our week in Medellín! We stayed in an AirBnB in the El Poblado neighborhood, which is one of the most popular areas for tourists and expats from around the world. You can work all day and party all night! We also visited several other areas in Medellin, such as Sabaneta, Laureles, La Floresta, El Estadio and others. In this video, we talk about the top 10 things that surprised us the most about Medellin. While it was similar to a few places we've lived and visited in Ecuador, it was also quite a bit different. PS: We can show you how to earn reliable online income from anywhere in the world with any skill set so you can take your freedom BACK! Use AAJP20 to save 20% during checkout! Learn more and sign up on LiveAbroadNow.com!
Hola Unconventionals! It's time to cast your vote Hola Unconventionals! It's time to cast your vote for the February Member's Choice Video! We have 3 interesting options for this month so you might have a tough time choosing just one! Join us on Patreon today to cast your vote and you'll also get some other great perks! Learn more and sign-up on Patreon / AmeliaAndJP
When we moved to Manta Ecuador, Amelia and I both When we moved to Manta Ecuador, Amelia and I both fulfilled a dream to live in a highrise condo on the beach with an ocean view. The views from our balcony were breathtaking, and we spent many evenings sitting out there, sipping mocktails and watching the sunset. Flocks of pelicans flew by our balcony regularly, and we loved to watch them glide gracefully through the air. Although we couldn't see the sunrise from our condo, the sunsets over the ocean were truly incredible. We also enjoyed watching kitesurfers on occasion, and even had front-row seats to the swimming portion of the Manta Ironman competition. The high tide was quite loud, especially when it occurred early in the morning, but it was a small price to pay for the amazing ocean views. One of our favorite things to do was walk to the neighborhood mercadito to buy fresh fruits and veggies from Yanki and her family. We also loved to eat at South Indian, a restaurant owned by our friend Ravi. Although we don't live there anymore, the memories of our time in Manta will always hold a special place in our hearts. And we sure miss the views!
Join Us on Tuesday Jan 31 at 7PM Eastern/Ecuador T Join Us on Tuesday Jan 31 at 7PM Eastern/Ecuador Time for a LIVE Zoom Happy Hour Video Call! We'll talk about our recent trip to a very popular expat city (not in Ecuador) and then we'll do our normal social Q&A. We hope you can make it! Learn more and sign-up on Patreon.com/AmeliaAndJP Hope to see you all there! Amelia And JP P.S. You can join us for just one month AND you can watch the replays if you can't make the live event. It's a great way to get your questions answered in a conversational format. Your support helps us continue sharing information about Ecuador and moving abroad! Muchas Gracias! 🥳 #Ecuador #Expats #ExpatLife #MoveAbroad #LiveAbroad
We just dropped a NEW VIDEO over on buff.ly/3HyLOd We just dropped a NEW VIDEO over on buff.ly/3HyLOdl Since our viewers seem to love our real estate tours (based on the popularity of the past videos) we've decided to start doing them again. We are NOT real estate agents and we're not "pushing real estate." A lot of our viewers want to see the types of homes that are available when they're researching their move to other countries, so they appreciate these tours. And we enjoy looking at properties and sharing them with you. In this video, we visited the area known as Valle de los Chillos in the southeast corner of the Quito Ecuador Metro Area. It's about 30 minutes (in good traffic) to downtown Quito and 45 minutes to the Quito International Airport. We toured 4 properties in 2 different golf course communities, with prices to fit almost any home buying budget. Club los Chillos is a large gated housing development with a 9-hole golf course, olympic swimming pool, clay tennis courts, bar & restaurant, large fenced park, and several other amenities. Club los Cerros is an exclusive golf course community with houses lining the perimeter of the 18-hole professional golf course. It also has a nice restaurant in the club house. #expats #expatlife #realestate #golfcourseliving
When Amelia and I lived in Olón, Ecuador, we ofte When Amelia and I lived in Olón, Ecuador, we often took evening strolls on the beach to watch the sunset over the ocean as the soothing sound of foamy white waves lapped the shore. The colors of the sky transitioned from yellow to orange to pink to purple. Sunsets in Olón were a ritual for us, as well as other locals and tourists (when it wasn't cloudy). We all gathered to watch in awe as the sun took its daily plunge into the ocean while families played soccer on the beach, their laughter filling the air. Evenings were also a favorite time for the neighborhood dogs to join the rest of us on the beach. They chased birds, kids and each other, adding to the lively atmosphere. Children built sandcastles and little red crabs scurried around digging holes as the waves filled them back in. It was a constant battle the little crabs were destined to lose. We moved away from Olón almost two years ago, and while we probably won't move back, we still miss the sunsets and our long walks on the beach. Those sunsets will always hold a special place in our hearts. We may not be able to physically be there to watch them anymore, but the memories will stay with us forever. #Olon #Ecuador #Sunsets #Ocean #Beach
A few shots from our visit to Chapala Mexico. #cha A few shots from our visit to Chapala Mexico. #chapala #mexico #expats #lakechapala
El Centro Sangolquí Ecuador #ameliaandjp #ecuador El Centro Sangolquí Ecuador #ameliaandjp #ecuador #expats #sangolqui #quito
Street Performers in Sangolquí Ecuador #sangolqu Street Performers in Sangolquí Ecuador #sangolqui #ecuador #quito #busking #violin #valledeloschillos
JP's Sunday Morning Memory... As we walked throug JP's Sunday Morning Memory... As we walked through the lush rainforest near Mindo, Ecuador, we didn't know quite what to expect. Our guide, Xavier, said he had something special he wanted to show us, but that was a monumental understatement! These were the hummingbirds of San Tadeo Birding, known for their fearless nature and stunning plumage. We made our way to a small clearing where Rolando, the hummingbird whisperer as we now refer to him, had more than a dozen feeders hanging from various hooks and tree limbs. The hummingbirds fluttered about and whizzed by our heads like we were just another obstacle to barely avoid. It was like a dance, the way they moved so quickly and gracefully from feeder to feeder. Rolando asked if we would like to hold a feeder in our hands to get up-close and personal with the hummingbirds. Of course we said yes! And held our breath as they landed on our hands, their tiny feet tickling our skin as they drank. We watched in amazement as they flew circles around our heads, their wings a blur of motion. They were so close that we could feel the wind from their wings and see the shimmering iridescence of their feathers, each one a different shade of green, blue, and white. It was an experience we will never forget, being surrounded by these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. The hummingbirds of Mindo captured our hearts, and we will always cherish the memories of this magical encounter. #Mindo #Ecuador #Hummingbirds #Birds
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