WE WON'T MAKE THIS MISTAKE AGAIN!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

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[@petermartella3559]

it looks like an interesting course but how much is it? Unless you provide name, email, etc, you don't know. Would be nice to know before providing any details.

[@gregc6535]

@@petermartella3559 If you scroll down the page, the prices are there.

[@dashmanqq]

Love your videos not just because of the beautiful places you visit but because of the chemistry between you two. So much love and respect for each other and the fun you two have traveling together. I hope to have that again some day. Keep the great videos coming we love them.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thanks for your kind words! We have a lot of fun together!

[@al.r.5408]

I'm Ecuadorian living abroad and I don't think I have visited as many places in Ecuador as you have. Your videos make my nostalgia more bearable. Thanks for this.

[@JimmyDew_]

I was there at the driver insistence to show us this beautiful place. I remember there was traffic and we were going back to Quito from Otavalo. The driver took a detour and took us there he said it was better than sitting on traffic. I appreciate his kindness, he was right. It was a magic place. For some reason I tear 😢 as I see this video. Thanks for bringing me memories and happy anniversary. 🤗❤

[@BadBoy-fq6yf]

Cheers Amelia and JP. I think you'll never forget this nineth anniversary. I hope there will many more to celebrate.

[@francesgribbon5322]

I love how you focused on the beauty of the area and how respectful you are of it!♥️

[@badspasm1]

Being a guy my answer is........ if she said it was a date well then its official..... it was a date!!!! I might add you to look great together and hope you guys have many more happy years in front you! One last thing I appreciate all the videos of ecuador I've learned so much from em!!! Areas, local culture, visa requirements, home/apartment prices. I feel I've learned the most from you two about ecuador. Keep em coming. Like and subscribed!!!!

[@moretoexplore6736]

Agreed! 😊

[@johnrenoveillon3841]

Ditto to what Hymie said.

[@jmsunlinenet]

When you first meet someone in a business or professional context and find them attractive, then it can be a good idea to proceed with caution, because if someone is invited out on a one-to-one basis, but does not accept, then it makes things more awkward for the rejected suitor when doing business in the future. On the other hand, one does not want to appear to be uninterested either, so it is hard to strike a balance, and defining what is a "date" is largely a matter of semantics. Isn't dating a kind of 1950's thing where father is waiting up late at night for his daughter to be brought home after a necking session in a car, or a polite paraphrase meaning having a sexual relationship, but not living together? Anyway, all irrelevant, because when a woman shows up alone at a bar at a stated time for the purpose of meeting up with a man and drinking alcohol together, then that is a date by all definitions.

[@angelmacas1774]

JP dude! My kids and I have been watching you guys for a long time. Amelia says it was a date, then it was a date. She's such a beautiful lady and you are a great guy. Blessings to you both. I was born in Ecuador and had never considered going back to live. Now I plan to retire there. Keep the videos coming.

[@kenw8783]

Congrats on your 9 years together, Would love to hear how you two meet, Also the scenery was just beautiful , Thank you !!

[@alfredenewman795]

JP It’s really great seeing a couple loving and enjoying their happy marriage. happy for you 2. Enjoy your videos

[@Beachpaintings]

Congrats on 9 years! My husband and I have been watching your videos for over a year now and I just want to say you two are the sweetest couple. We also hope to retire as ex pats in Ecuador someday and we wish you all the joy and goodness that can possibly come your way! Felicidades y mucho mas anos!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!!

[@belindaguillen8389]

Feliz Aniversario!!! Love from Texas...

[@AK5532]

Before our trip to Costa Rica, we have been told to take vitamin B1 200-300 Mg per day, at least two weeks before the trip and it worked very well. We had no mosquito bytes during our ten day trip.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

The weird thing was that we didn't get any mosquito bites, but they swarmed us! It was very disconcerting!

[@Christina-oq4td]

My son and his family live in Quito! I visited last March and love Ecuador! My daughter-in-law is from Latacunga! I love the contrast of manicured areas of crops against the wild areas on the mountains!!❤️

[@bodvargregersen5161]

Great video! When you go to Otavalo again, the Volcano de Mojanda has an elevation of 13,986ft. There are not any mosquitoes there. It is a national park, so it is kept squeaky clean! One does not need mosquito repellent in the Laguna de Mojanda.

[@niko_walks]

That was a definitely a date! JP, you gave Amelia the opportunity to join you and she accepted! Simple as that, it was a date! Happy Anniversary!

[@brnwdrng]

These latest videos are next level (have enjoyed them all though): more personal, editing and photography just keep getting better and better; feels more natural and like sharing the experience versus recording it. Kudos! And that was a sly way to initiate a date.

[@sallyg77]

You two crack me up. Thanks for spreading the Love.

[@bitterandcynical]

This felt more personal than most of your videos. Really enjoy see that side of you. Congratulations on nine years 🎉🎊

[@marytica123]

FELICIDADES en 9 anos de matrimonio ! It's great to see a couple so animated and loving, exploring a country as beautiful as Ecuador ! Best wishes for another 9 years together in paradise !

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you! 😃

[@doloresyoumora8840]

Happy anniversary Amelia and JP from Rock Hill SC💝🤗

[@JohnSmith-SdTkt]

Went to the lake. Contemplated the hike but passed. I saw that Indian restaurant but didn’t go in. You guys know every Indian person in Ecuador .... date / non date ... it was a blessing to all of us that are so glad you found each other

[@richardvarasflores1141]

Amelia and JP, definitely you are wonderful to show us. all views where you are living now. Regards.

[@HB-vi3om]

When I was a kid, there was *a* guy at Cuicocha with one rowboat (it might have had a motor), and you could spend the night on an island with very little hassle. There was a building with 2 rooms, but it was pretty rustic. Several of the Peace Corps volunteers in the early 70's did a lot of fishing - mostly at lakes you had to hike into and generally above the tree line. Absolutely amazing experience, profoundly grateful for it, and deeply appreciative of the many people we got to meet.

[@alro8345]

Another lovely video from beautiful Ecuador, Happy Anniversary Amelia & JP, all the best

[@johnschadegg152]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! We lived in Cotacachi for almost 3 years and loved it. Ecuador is almost the exact same size as Colorado. Even though I have hiked a lot in Colorado, I never did any 14ers. My first 14ers were in Ecuador. We (my wife and I) hiked the loop around Cuicocha in just under 4 hours and my boys ran the entire loop in 1.5 hours. It is a beautiful hike and well worth it if you are acclimated to the altitude and familiar with hiking long trails. I am surprised you were attacked by mosquitos because we rarely experienced them, if any, when we were up there. It may be because of all the rain they have been receiving lately. And yes, hiking when there is cloud cover is ideal because the sun is very intense up there. I'm glad you guys hiked up past the bench though... I was afraid you weren't going to explore up the ridge. Your next adventure should be the 3 day Quilatoa "loop" from Sigchos to the Quilatoa Crater Lake. There are hostels to stay in each night. Unfortunately, the best hostel is on the first night instead of the last (unless you hike it backwards). The name is the LluLlu Llama Mountain Lodge and is comparable to a 5 star rustic resort in the states. We went in Feb. 2021 when NO ONE was up there because of Covid. They were so excited to see people and get a little business. Safe travels!

[@robertgalutia3587]

I agree with Amelia. my wife and I have been married 53 years. Our first date was on Thanksgiving This Thanksgiving it will be 56 years. we really enjoy your videos. we also enjoy Indian cuisine. Have a great evening. Bob and Glenda

[@mayahugo8553]

I got worried about you guys because of the title, i'm glad it was mosquito attack only😉😜

[@angelmacas1774]

Yes, you had me worried that something had happened to you. Glad it was only mosquitoes. I didn't know mosquitoes thrived at such high altitudes.

[@luislopez-zr3tt]

Ok Amelia and JP. the beautiful Cuicocha lake in Ecuador. Despite the mosquitoes was big hiking on mountains and paramos. Thanks for the Ecuadorian landscape.

[@cindyjohnson1456]

D A T E !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY and many, many more. Oct. 19, 1974 was our first “non-date” date! Married for over 46 years!

[@claramera4160]

Congratulations on your 9th Wedding Anniversary….you are an amazing Couple. Love your videos of exploring Ecuador, This Laguna Quicocha is breathtaking!!! Great hiking!!

[@dialogarconlahistoria8229]

"Es Mágico"

[@antonymartinez1192]

I love living here in Ecuador. I was born in the US and my parents are from Ecuador. And I moved here. I love how Ecuador is so diverse and there is so many spectacular things to do here. It truly is a beautiful country and I love watching your videos

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@tmcdon]

Such incredible beauty. Thank you for sharing it. Love you guys! Happy Anniversary, and wishes for many many more!

[@hectormariscal4653]

FELIZ ANIVERSARIO AMELIA & J.P.!! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!....PLEASE BE CAREFUL!!...

[@jclf1]

A mi también me encanta la provincia de Imbabura. ¡Happy anniversary! 🎊🎉

[@mattismith8486]

Muchisimas felicidades en su aniversario. Abundantes bendiciones en sus vidas. Best wishes

[@robkillian7689]

Happy Anniversary Amelia and JP, and thank you for sharing it with us. I love how much of Ecuador you are exploring. It is such a naturally diverse country!

[@tomcorridan5236]

Congratulations on 9 yrs...thank you for sharing your day..enjoyed the video immensely..keep up the wonderful work ..

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!

[@sharimoore55]

Your skills with videography are impressive. I like the scenery, plants, drone and circular views with Amelia and jp making brief comments. It was a non date! Very clever of jp to invite you out first time this way.

[@sandraaguilera3584]

Congratulations! It's so nice to see you both still enjoying your adventures in Ecuador. Cheers!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thanks! 😃

[@lacha608]

Congratulations to you two on finding love. That's pretty special. And the Indian food looked so good. Many more.

[@bwind9548]

Your most beautiful video and soul refreshing it is. I can only imagine how beautiful in person. Happy Anniversary you two lovebirds 🦋🦋.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!

[@valeriaguaman5139]

So breathtaking! I didn't know this place and I'm ecuadorian haha .Thanks guys for showing us your adventures across here .🙌

[@guysweenie]

Congratulations! Wishing you both a very Happy, and a Blessed anniversary! Very many Happy Returns! Enjoy your professionalism and well thought out videos. You both are Special! Enjoy all the information that you put out! Thanks for all your efforts and hard work!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!

[@BigTimeZergRush]

Great Video Amelia and JP! Enjoyed it and makes me wanna go take the hike around Cuy Chocha again :)... More info for those who like climbing and hiking: Hiking to the summit of imbabura is definitely not the easist nor safest thing to do without gear, there's 2 dangerous parts. The first is about 100-200 feet from the summit, you have to climb pretty much straight up and if you fall theres nothing to stop you for the next 200-400 feet. The second is after that point, the trail is about 2-3 foot wide and a 500+ foot straight drop on both sides. But before the first point, it is a safe and beautiful hike, and from what I was told there's around 50 plant species that only exist in the cerro (mountian) of Imbabura Safer and easier hikes would be climbing Fuya Fuya (The first summit) in Mojanda (Mojanda is a 30 min taxi/truck ride from Otavalo) and Cuy Cocha.... Hope this info helps anyone who likes to go hiking/climbing

[@GaryDeetz]

Hi guys. Bonnie here. That was one of our favorite hikes of all in Ecuador!! Probably hiking in Las Cajas surpassed it. But not by much. I still remember clearly how it felt to stand at the edge of that crater and look all the way down. And I’d call your date a Date, but mainly its whatever you call it! I think its more fun that it wasn’t a real date because you left it open to succeed or fail, and then many more years of dates followed.

[@anndrake492]

Dazzling! Just for reference, many of the small flowers you filmed were actually orchids! Thanks, you made my rather sad day a lot brighter!

[@robertsimmons5575]

I would say it was your best date for you and all of us because you are still together and sharing your life and times in ecuador thanks for all you do

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Gracias!

[@claylifto2356]

Beautifully done in a beautiful setting. Appreciate the brief flora shots as well as each of you approaching the camera during the hike. A little excitement at fighting the mosquitoes would have been fun. Scampering down the mountainside would have added excitement. Calling the taxi and bargaining the price might have been interesting to watch. The ending chat about the official first date was heartwarming. Well done.

[@anamariaprado2718]

Congratulations on your 9th. Wedding Anniversary, glad you are spending it in Imbabura!

[@jeffreycutler7364]

If Amelia calls it a date, then it was a date. Good for you JP for giving her the space to decide what it is, it shows both respect and interest. Her calling it a date does the exact same thing. Love your channel and all that you do!

[@rantasia360]

A very beautiful region, litter free, and excellent videography... Thank you.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

That whole area is very clean!

[@williamgills4581]

Cuicicha is amazing. I remember spending a night, in a sleeping bag, on the smaller island in March 1974. It was a bit cold, to say the least. But there was no hotel, restaurant, or any kind of what we call development on or around the crater lake at that time. If you go out in a boat just beside the islands you can see bubbles coming up from the depths of the lake, so you know it's a true volcano -and perhaps even on the verge of becoming active!

[@antonioescobar1335]

También quitupaxi y chimbocunga

[@sirgalahad1470]

Amelia looks so nice in white....and red....and blue.....and green....and yellow...and purple....and well, you get the idea...

[@rosaarodriguez9968]

Im with Amelia! Sorry, was a non date! Love you guys that you got together and hope for ever! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

[@parisgeorgearey4439]

I love your nature exploration videos! They are so well done, and for those of us headed to Ecuador, very validating :).

[@donh5794]

Thank you for taking us with you on the 9 year anniversary of your "implied date". The views from the hiking trail were great. The Indian restaurant food looked delicious, especially the coconut rice pudding. That's the way to enjoy life.

[@johnhryniukphotography3663]

Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us. You've both made me want to retire in Ecuador.

[@andrewpons6227]

congratulations guys on your anniversary!…. Blessings and happiness forever 🙏🏻❤️

[@MichaelSBetts]

Great video shots! Such nice clarity and detail and color. Thanks so much for sharing. Beautiful.

[@charlesakin-vorst2084]

Thank you both for all your amazing videos. My husband and I are planning a trip in February or March and we have found your videos so helpful and inspiring!

[@surfboy344]

Awesome video. That lake looked amazing. Congrats on the 9 year anniversary......gotta keep a good thing going.....

[@evb7569]

Lovely scenery! Happy 9th anniversary on your first date!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@kenvandeburgt1232]

I am enjoying the flora. Laguna Cuicocha looks to be a special place.

[@charlesgagnon6925]

Congratulations to you 2- Wildflowers ,, many more Seasons awaits !, 💕

[@9344music5]

Feliz Anniversario mis Amigos! Que Dios los Bendiga

[@oswaldC2243]

Congratulations on your 9th year anniversary. Thanks for sharing video .

[@ritamulloy3522]

Wow! That is lovely! 👍⭐️❤️ Congrats on 9 years together! 🎊🎉🍾🕺🏿💃🏾⭐️❤️❤️⭐️

[@jocampbell523]

Happy Anniversary!! Just wanted to say y'all are such a cute couple 🙂 also JP your filming and choice of music was amazing today!!!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!!

[@dianicarol3264]

CUICOCHA is my favorite hike in the world !!! You can see condors from the mirador and there weren’t mostquitoes years ago I used to do that hike often…

[@andydoma]

I love watching you guys and discover new places in Ecuador

[@glennnolan8568]

thanks for sharing. My wife and I have been going back to ecuador since 2009. We usually travel to the Macas region as our friends are from that region. We love it so much we bought undeveloped land in the community of Nuevo Esperanza. thanks for feeding the desire to go back. We will check out Cotacachi and area the next time we are down there.

[@RussandSherri1996]

Wow what an absolutely beautiful area and hike! Awww and I love your “non-date” story! Happy anniversary to you both. God bless

[@RussandSherri1996]

…..date……non-date……JP it was a date 😂💖

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!

[@elvdell5582]

That bench would have been my spot. I would have lit a nice cigar and contemplated life for a while. I live for those views. That looks like that was a very special day. Congrats to the two of you. I celebrated my 25th anniversary in Colombia and it was WORTH IT. Also been to India and yes Dosa is sooo tasty, and those other dishes you had looked magnificent. Love to see people living their best lives.

[@scottandmercemm132]

Que bello video!!! 👍 Muchísimas felicidades en sus 9 años de casados! CONGRATULATIONS 🎊🎈🎉🍾

[@judykinsman3258]

Enjoyed sharing your 9 yr anniversary. Loved the video and the location.

[@michaelkirby58]

The scenery is breath taking. With the altitude I would be huffing and puffing.

[@tinamexico1604]

What a beautiful area. Thank you..Happy Anniversary

[@Godlvr008]

see the photos to assist our judgment-you 2 are adorable!

[@bradhorwitz2214]

First of all I will say the wine bar WAS A DATE!! I went to the Cuicocha lake a few years ago and we took the boat trip. What a beautiful place! Consider yourself lucky to have had the opportunity to visit there. And you had the added benefit of Indian food. What could be better! Great video as always.

[@evangelizadoradelaverdad12]

Happy anniversary guys !! It was a date...beautiful place cotacachi...I wish to be there..hopefully one day...

[@hhernando808]

Thanks for another great video! Congratulations on your nine year anniversary!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you very much!

[@calleheras3727]

Hi Guys.thos places looks beautiful.Iam glad you Guys enjoying Ecuador 🇪🇨.I'm from Cuenca .but I moved to Toronto Canada 🇨🇦. 25 years ago.good luck

[@jeanniepeters5341]

BEAUTIFUL hike !! Guys that was amazing. I would go there in a heart beat. Congrats 👏 on those 9 years, you guys are an amazing couple. And I'm siding with Amelia on this one 1ST Date 👍 " Girl Power "

[@ChristopherDPetersonMN]

Happy belated anniversary! Great vid, per usual. Cheers.

[@angelacarrerarivera]

Happy Aniversario!!! Cuicocha is so beautiful, I visited many towns of Imbabura a lot when I was a kid, never been in Cuicocha, I am gonna have a serious talk with my dad 🤣

[@AmeliaAndJP]

You'll love it!

[@MTHealthandwellnesscoaching]

First date!! Amelia I am with you! Beautiful Laguna

[@Olivia-qe1dy]

Thank you Amelia & JP to deliver such amazing video (s). I am a BIG FAN I wish the best for you!!! You are a wonderful couple!😍❤

[@MidnightSky801]

Wishing you both a very Happy Anniversary! 😊🥂🍾🎉

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you so much!!

[@joseabarca5545]

Congratulations Amelia and JP, God bless you,and thanks 🙏 for sharing your thoughts

[@planetag310]

This video is a whole vibe - love the music!

[@moralmentecorrecto7032]

I love your content, I wish I could afford to send you a few bucks for the info you provide us with, thanks, and congrats on the 9th anniversary!

[@scottsaylordoesmortgages]

We just came back from Ecuador…your videos and information were extremely helpful!!! Ty!!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RichardVac]

I have being many times in that place, it's to bad the volcano was not showing in it's entirely, that is an impressive volcano to see, loved the video. Congratulations on your 9 years date

[@sailingnuestravida]

Happy Anniversary!! That was a great adventure……

[@noboaana]

Happy anniversary!!! Bella pareja!🙌🏻💕

[@grahamlang3959]

Happy Anniversary. Congratulations 🎊🎉🍾

[@garyd6174]

I say it was more of an invitation than an official date. My idea of a date is more formal i.e. dinner, movie, I pick you up at 7 we go together. Glad it worked out for you guys.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Exactly! That's my definition of a date, too!

[@jmsunlinenet]

@@AmeliaAndJP This is just a question of semantics. Here is a definition I copied from a Web site. "“Dating is a stage of romantic relationships in humans whereby two people meet socially with the aim of each assessing the other's suitability as a prospective partner in an intimate relationship or marriage”. Is this incorrect?

[@davidc1961utube]

At 6:44 you can see across the lake to an area at water level that you can pay to drive down to. My motorcycle tour rode around the lake above that area and stopped at an ice cream vendor close to the rim, and we took in the view with a cone. Not sure if they survived Covid times, but the ice cream was yummy!

[@juancarcelen3418]

You really scared me with that thumbnail! I think you are aware of the safety issues that our country is suffering now and I hope you take good care and practice good judgement on where to go on your own. My best wishes for a happy and long life in Ecuador!

[@amirsamad9134]

The landscape is very beautiful ❤️

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Very beautiful!

[@dianamayfield5615]

It was a date! Silly boy! & the luckiest day of your life, so don't you ever forget it!