I searched the world for the perfect surf town.
Indonesia, Costa Rica, Jamaica, New Zealand, Peru, Hawaii, Portugal.
Honestly, I thought what I was looking for ceased to exist with the invention of social media.
I was looking for the surfer's paradise…
Where empty beaches meet the jungle.
Where international community feels like a village.
Where the slow life merges with epic parties.
Where it's safe enough to raise a family & wild enough to live freely.
Nowhere ticked all the boxes…
Until I stepped foot on the coast of Ecuador.
In the humble town of Ayampe, I found it all.
If I had to guess, you’re really really good at starting over.
You’ve crossed borders & oceans.
You’ve fallen in love with men with sexy accents.
And… you’re still searching for a place that feels like home.
So, I think you know what I mean when i say,
“I decided to stay”.
And I’m not the only one.
There’s a reason the locals call this place “Ayamp-STAY”.
A certain type of magic
exists in this one-dirt-road town that makes the black sheep feel at home.
Mermaid pools.
Rainbow stones.
Beach shacks.
Fruit stands.
Perfect sunsets.
Surfers 👀
And.
Ecuadorian ceviche on every corner.
The richest Argentinian-made chocolate ice cream you’ve ever tasted.
Pizza made by Italians.
A french sourdough bakery.
Drool worthy beach front accommodations.
And then…
There’s November.
The rain leaves, and the crowds haven't returned.
Imagine a town as special as Ayampe, with all its charm, cafes, hotels, & waves, empty of tourists, except for the women that say yes to Hot & Holy.
No massive festival grounds.
No exhausting camping.
No hotel ballroom or convention center.
Just 200 women gathering in one of the most magical little beach towns on Earth.
The closest international airport is Guayaquil (GYE), with direct flights from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, New York, Madrid, Amsterdam, Bogota, Medellin, Buenos Aires, Lima, & Santiago.
Now all that's missing is you, Mami.
With love,
-HotMami
Accommodation
Don't book your accommodation just yet.
Buy your ticket first HERE.
After checkout, we will send you our curated accommodation guide with exclusive booking instructions.
Every place has its own vibe & community. You'll want choose the one that matches the version of you that's coming to Hot & Holy.
✨ The Orange House - For the mamas bringing the whole fam. Stay here so your little ones have built-in friends while you share nannies, playdates, and live in a village that gets it.
🌺 The Magenta House - For the dance 'til sunrise & yes to tequila shots girlies.
☀️ The Cream House - For the woman that's here to read in a hammock, practice yoga, and still dance but... get a full night's sleep
🍯 The Gold House - For the SUPER SEXY VIP ticket holders dripppping in golden honey.
When you purchase your ticket, you will be added to The Hot & Holy group where you can connect with your fellow Mamis and find roommates!
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How to spend a perfect day in a perfect surf town:
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Temazcal Ceremonies
Friday & Saturday at Finca Punta
Board Rental
Hermanos Mono
Surf Lessons
Surfer El Point, woman owned!
Adventure
Explore more of Coastal Ecuador with Ayampe Aventura
Tours
Visit a Cacao Farm in the Jungle & Taste Local Chocolate
Relaxation
Get pampered at the La Tortuga Spa
Access to incredible food is a must, and Ayampe has it all.
Fruit stands, local farms, $5 lunch plates, and Ecuadorian ceviche & empanadas on every corner.
Plus...
Los Orishas
Italian made pizza & pasta
Distinto
The perfect cappuccino
Oh La La
A french pastry & sourdough bakery
Mali Resto Bar
Beach front Thai & cocktail bar