Sitting on the top level of my beach house hostel in Montanito, Ecuador, where hammocks hang freely from the beams and there are no walls. I have a clear view of the city below me and can see one of the main streets in the 'downtown' area. People are walking around, dancing in the street, laughing and having a good time. Loud Beatles music is being played throughout the town as one of the DiscoTec bars is having a live coverband playing nothing but the Beatles. Im surprised as i realize i know all the songs they are playing. I have good company as we sit there talking, listening to good music, and drinking some wine.
Montanito is a small surfing, hippie village right on the southern coast of Ecuador. During the days the beach is full of people and families from surrounding areas vacationing for the day or for the New Year. Around 6pm everday, more people appear along the rocks to watch the beautiful sunsets. I sat there for the past two days watching as the sun slowly slides it's way down and disappear into the ocean. The waves are strong and beautiful as they crash onto the beach. Today I am going to have my first surfing lesson from the owner of my hostel. He is from Argentina,and has moved here just so he could surf anytime.
At night, the streets fill up with local people selling their jewelery, clothing, and whatever else you think you might want to buy. It's a little more expensive shopping in this town, and they don't bargain as much as elsewhere. The streets are full of people, laughter, and music. It's a safe, fun city. The beach should be full of people, bonfires, and hopefully music, as we bring in the new year! Should be amazing!
Hope you all have a great Happy New Year!
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