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Stephen: I heard about Cuenca, Ecuador, as a place to retire way back ... There are so many things to do here, including art events and going to restaurants. There are lots of musical events.

U.S. News Insider Tip: For the 1.55-mile trek to Tortuga Bay's Playa Mansa, wear comfy shoes and bring snacks and water. Once at the beach, you can snorkel, watch marine iguanas or rent a kayak ...

Half-day tours that combine bird-watching with snorkeling are also available from Santa Cruz and Isabela via companies like Grupo Galápagos, Nature Galapagos & Ecuador and Andando Tours.