Looking for that Special Ceviche Recipe? Try this….

You can tour all around the world and still not find the best Ceviche Recipe. Do you think you might find it in a Galapagos Island newsletter? We do!
Why?
Because it’s so native to this area? Ceviche, as you probably know, came from our region of the world. Many diners fear the dish, but scientists, food technologists, and chefs around the world will assure you that the dish is not only safe, but phenomenally tasty. Once you find a Ceviche Recipe you love, you’ll always come back to that taste. Let’s share the best recipe we’ve found for Ceviche…and if you’ve got a favorite, send it to us. We’ll include it in a future edition.

Peter’s "Soon-To-Be-Famous" Ceviche

Ingredients used will vary from area to area, but we find that the basic ingredients of Ceviche remain the same:

• 1 lb. medium or large shrimp—Peeled and Deveined
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 tsp of chopped fresh garlic
• Parsley and cilantro to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Salt
• Olive oil
• Juice of ½ orange
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 chopped tomatoes

Preparation Directions: Bring 3 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add salt, pepper and garlic. Bring the water again to a full rolling boil, and add the shrimp. Do not overcook the shrimp; you will see them turn a light pink color. Overcooking the shrimp toughens them.
As soon as the shrimp change color from gray to light pink, remove them from the heat.
Put the shrimp (including the water they were boiled in) into a bowl and toss them with the olive oil, lemon, orange, salt, pepper, chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley, and cilantro. No eating until the dish has chilled for maximum flavor!
Refrigerate for at least one hour.
Serve with slices of fried sweet potatoes. Enjoy!

Finding That Special Getaway Destination

You’re looking for a special and unique trip that’s different-- a bit off the beaten path-- and will offer great memories from warm and wonderful hosts in unique surroundings?

A trip to warm and friendly Ecuador—featuring the splendor and excitement of nature in the Galapagos Islands--may be just the excitement you’re seeking for your trip of a lifetime. Nature lovers will embrace the cruises offered within the Galapagos—true sailing and yachting adventures in smaller groups, or in larger vessels which offer all the same benefits of larger cruise ships—but without the crowds. Fly from Quito or Guayaquil directly to the Galapagos to start your journey. You can select any multiple of days for sunning, sightseeing, enjoying the camaraderie of new friendships, and learning about native birds, animals, and fauna/flora never seen in other parts of the world.

Check out our webpage at www.galapagostraveler.com to see the many different options open to you in Ecuador, the Land of Spanish/Indian culture; with the warmth of friendship and the sense of adventure.

Travel with Us to the Exotic Galapagos!

From the friendliness of the natives to the warmth of blended Indian/Spanish culture, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands beckon with a variety of options for every traveler.

True Colors Travel, Ltda has built the newest website to offer the world all of the options of nature and travel at www.galapagostraveler.com. Enjoying their unique Gold Traveler Adventure will guarantee you the premier visit of a lifetime. Nothing is spared in services and opportunity to give you that one true adventure—the lore and legend stories which will be passed from family member to family member across several generations.

If you’re a Scuba diver, the special Galapagos Islands, located off the coast of Ecuador, offer a magical splendor all their own.

With protected wildlife and actual cruises catering to Scuba and skin diving enthusiasts, those
experienced divers can enjoy multiple dives in a day, visiting sea life never before seen in their other dives and in other parts of the world.

With the native wildlife protected, there’s no sense of danger to the giant tortoises and other amazing animals.

Approach and enjoy.

Ecuador Floral Tour Added as Galapagos Option

Ecuador, as you may know, is one of the world’s largest Rose, Orchid and Tropical flower producers. That's a huge business and many of the flowers you buy in flower shops are from Ecuador. Production methods include specific technology which each company keeps secret. These plantations are often guarded like Military fortresses because the owners are afraid of espionage.

We’ve put together –as an exclusive Tour--a week-long flower plantation tour and program.

We will visit one of the world’s leading Rose nursing plantations near Quito; South America’s largest Orchid plantation in the Cuenca area, and Ecuador’s largest producer of Tropical flowers outside of Guayaquil.

During the visit to some areas, photography may be restricted due to state of the art growing techniques which are used and kept secret.

contact: peter@ecuadortraveler.com for more information.

From Peter Lauffer: I always love getting bargains offered to me that I can pass along to my guests.

Very rarely, we'll be advised of special cruises on a very short term basis. It's always a great opportunity and generally occurs when another group has cancelled or has some type of emergency arise, and can't utilize their previous booking. Their loss is your gain!

It offers you a wonderful opportunity for a tremendous bargain, and this opportunity is quite special, indeed.

If you're looking for an October Galapagos experience, and you're ready to go, this is a dream opportunity for you aboard the yacht Sea Cloud.

The yacht Sea Cloud is classified as a "Ketch rigged motor sailor" and offers space only for 8 passengers. This is the yacht for guests who seek a cruise with a smaller group.

Build friendships that will last a lifetime, or meet new friends and gain your Galapagos Sailing Wings! This opportunity is limited to the first 8 passengers booked, so don't hesitate if you want to take the trip. It would also make an outstanding business trip for four couples; bond with your other Senior Execs in the beautiful Galapagos.

Here's the absolute best part. The attention you will receive as a passenger is unbeatable, and the guides/naturalists on the Sea Cloud are simply the best around.

Your accommodation is in double cabins with upper/lower berth, and all cabins have a private shower and toilet.

For more information check our webpage today at www.galapagostraveller.com or give me a call direct.

Peter