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Hotel near U.S. consulate in Guayaquil
I need to make visit to U.S. consulate in Guayaquil in near future. Any decent hotels nearby consulate for less than $50? I know the Oro Verde is next door but it is a tad pricey for me.
Travel Distance Montanita – Quito
How long is the drive from Montanita to Quito? What is the best route coast or back through Gye? I own a car so would not be taking the bus but am dont know if i'm better off flying. Thanks!
One way ticket not certain of return city or date
I purchased a one way ticket to Ecuador for June and I want to leave sometime in August but I am not sure of the date or departure city at this time. I am hearing that I might not be allowed to enter...
Night Life
Me and three friends are coming in on the 18th and staying at Dom's place. Any nudie bar recommendations, nothing extravagant, but on the higher end for GYE. Other forums are all over the place so...
speaking spanish
I was thinking of coming to Ecuador, but I don't speak Spanish. How hard of a time will I have visiting?
info for 1st time traveler to Cuenca
i am visiting ecuador for the first time on may 19th-29th. taking a van svc from gye to cuenca on the 20th, will stay for 4 days in cuenca, then travel to salinas and check out the coast. i am a single...
Travelers wanting friends we can learn from their experiences in Ecuador
Am coming to Ecuador this June for 3 weeks. Want to spend time in Cotacachi, Cuenca, and Loja. Would love to meet expats to pick their brains about possibly moving there. Thanks!!
Where to stay in GYE.
I will arrive in GYE on April 19th about 10:30 PM. Where is an inexpensive and decent place to stay for at least 2 nights?
Ocean view rental in Salinas
I will be coming to Salinas, Ecuador at the end of June for two weeks. I am looking for a two bedroom place to stay that is close to the beach, shopping, markets, some sort of transportation to take, etc....
Bus to Cuenca from Manta
Best quality buses How long is the trip?
Tourist Visa for Brazil
Dom, I am an American living in Montanita and would like to travel to Brazil. I understand I need a Brazilliaan tourist Visa prior to entry. I've tried calling and emailing the US Embassy here in...
Rental Car recommendations
My husband and I spent a week in Ecuador in December and rented an SUV from the GYE Budget counter for about $100/day. Is there a different recommendation to rent a vehicle for less money? We will be...
Salinas Airport
Does anyone know how the progress is coming on the Salinas Airport and when it might be ready to start accepting flights? Also, has there been talk of destinations?
Bus from GYE to Salinas
I have found that 3 different bus lines make the trip between GYE and Salinas and that the "Directo" seems to be non-stop. Does anyone know if one company is better that the other and what counter...
cheapest flights
I got 2 tickets to Quito for $217 last year in April by accident. I'm looking for cheap flights from Orlando, FL to Cuenca. Is there a suggestion as to how to find them?
Looking for Real Estate Contacts – Central coast
My wife and I are planning a trip to Ecuador (20-FEB to 6-MAR). I've done some research and am having trouble finding good real estate contacts for: Manta, Crucita, Bahia de Caraquez and Canoa. We...
driving from Guayaquil to Crucita
What is the driving mileage, and are there any riad signes along the way? Saludos
Car Rental, Taxi,or Driver?
I will be visiting Ecuador Dec. 23 - Jan 1 with my family of four. We plan to stay several days in each of Guayaguil, Cuenca, and Manta. I would prefer taxi or driver to and from each city, but have been...
Returning for another 3 month visit in the same 12 month period.
I am a Canadian that visited Ecuador for 2 1/2 months (Sep 15 to Dec 01). I just showed up in Quito and was allowed to stay for up to 90 days. I loved most everything about Ecuador and am anxious...
Traveling Salinas to Cuenca
I will be visiting Ecuador in a few weeks. On Dec. 22, I plant to travel from Salinas to Cuenca. What is the best mode of transportation? I'm thinking a bus trip from Salinas to Cuenca would be 7 hours...
Telephone SIM card for 7 weeks stay in Ecuador
Where and for what cost I can obtain a Ecuadorian SIM card for my BlackBerry?
vaccinations
The suggested vaccinations to travel to the coast of Ecuador are quite expensive. What vaccinations are REALLY needed?
Transportation from Quito to Canoa
What is the best way to get from Quito to Canoa? Would like to rent a car, but concerned about safety. Any info or experiences?
Itinerary for trip to Ecuador Coastal Areas
I am planning an initial trip the first 2 weeks of Dec 2011, my focus would be the costal region from Salinas north to Manta. As I am retiring this next year this trip would help decide weather to or not...
dogs and cats
Me and my wife would like to move to Ecuador. But we have 2 small dogs and 2 cats. Can we bring our animals with us,as they are part of the family. thank you Ron
Bus trip from Quito to the Coast
If we land in Quito, and want to go to Pedernales, what is the best way to go, by rental car or by bus. If bus, what bus line is the safest and most comfortable and how do we access their timetables.
Car rental age restrictions?
1.Some car rental companies have age restrictions: I am turning 74 in Oct, any problems for me in renting a car? 2.Someone said beware of robbers if I drive from Quito to the coast...How true? 3.A friend...
visa
I am coming to Ecuador on Sept 28-Nov2 for an exploratory trip and if I like it would like to return for 6 months. This would be in Jan. or Feb on 2012, would I be able to get a visa for that time. thanks val
Is Ecuador a safe country in which to live?
If it's safe to buy property and reside in Ecuador, why is Ecuador considered one of the more unsafe countries in S.A. compared with Uruguay, Chile, and Argentina which are considered the three safest....
MAGALLANES TRAVEL
Does anyone have knowledge (good or bad) about a Magallanes Travel Agency in Ecuador? Or recommendation for a tour agent that can show me culturial side of the coast? Don't want to surf or climb mountians....
How long can I stay in Ecuador on a Tourist Visa?
I understand that I am permitted a 3 months visa as a visitor to Ecuador. Is this per calendar year or a 12 month period. Can I use my 2011 remaining visa balance of 6 weeks before year end and then...
Travel from Quito to Bahia
How long would it take to get from Quito airport to Bahia and can you give me directions whether to fly part of the way and buses or taxi next ?
Cotacachi Real Estate
Dom I e-mailed you about my wife and I were flying to Ecudador to look at real estate in Cotacachi. I have been looking on line and really do not see any properties availale. How do we find the properties...
Exploratory trip to Ecuador starting January 2012
What services can your provide to a couple of senior Canadians? Would like to see the country a potential for retirement.
Learning about Ecuador’s towns and cities
I am seriously thinking about retiring to Ecuador. I want to visit several places to decide which are the best fit. To help me prepare and organize my visit I would appreciate any guidance concerning...
Help in Cuenca
I will be spending 10 weeks in Ecuador beginning January 21 2012. I'm starting in Cuenca first and would like a nice place to begin my journey. I can be up to $50 per night for a few days before I find...
Lodging, Travel in Bahia area and North
My wife and I (age mid 50's)are traveling to ecuador in late Oct. thru mid Nov. and are having a hard time finding a place to stay in the Bahia/Canoa area. Any suggestions? We are also looking for some...
Lodging in Cuenca
My husband, myself and a couple of friends are traveling to Cuenca Oct. 22-29. Our goal is to research the city with the intended goal of retiring there in two to three years. We'd like to rent a two or...
Bus costs from Guayaquil to Cuenca?
How much does the bus cost from Guayaquil to Cuenca?
Getting from Guayaquil to Salinas?
How's best to get from Guayaquil to Salinas and whats the cost?
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