Located on the southern coast of the Galapagos island of Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora is the largest port in the area and is home to quite a number of people. Puerto Ayora is known for the high standard of living that is enjoyed by its residents. A relaxed atmosphere pervades the town and tourists will find that, though they might be busy taking in the sights, they will still be able to unwind. Services such as telephones and grocery stores are readily available and there is even a local radio station . The waterfront is filled with souvenir shops, travel agents, restaurants and hotels. Everywhere you will find items such as t-shirts sporting pictures of the blue-footed booby and amazing carvings of tortoises. Pelican Bay is a great place to watch fishermen building boats and sorting their catch while hungry pelicans look on. The late afternoons become a sporting affair with rounds of volleyball and soccer being played by locals. As the sun sets you will be able to m...