Ecuador Q&A Forum

Ecuador vs Panama

This past Sunday on the Ecuador Insiders Newsletter I covered Ecuador vs Panama... where I am now... and I got some very interesting reader comments... see them below, and leave yours now! Whats your...

4 Answers In: Ecuador Living By: Dom [321 ]

Wine tasting in Ecuador

Someone asked recently if there are wine tasting events in Ecuador... Im sure there is, but I'll be hosting a wine tasting event this coming Friday, Oct 28 800pm in my BandB in front of the airport in...

2 Answers In: Ecuador Living By: Dom [321 ]

Will Ecuador drop the US dollar?

I've heard rumors that Ecuador will drop the US Dollar, is this true?

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Where to watch NFL games in Quito?

Where can I watch NFL games in Quito?

4 Answers In: Ecuador Living By: Dom [321 ]

What’s 1 thing you hate about Ecuador?

The discussion question of this week is... What's 1 thing you hate about Ecuador?

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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...

6 Answers In: Ecuador Travel By: Dom [321 ]

Bus costs from Guayaquil to Cuenca?

How much does the bus cost from Guayaquil to Cuenca?

4 Answers In: Ecuador Travel By: Dom [321 ]

Getting from Guayaquil to Salinas?

How's best to get from Guayaquil to Salinas and whats the cost?

1 Answer In: Ecuador Travel By: Dom [321 ]

Current gas prices in Ecuador?

What are the current gas prices in Ecuador?

6 Answers In: Ecuador Living By: Dom [321 ]

In any tourist office in Ecuador you can get one free, also in the airports and bus terminals, or you can stop by my hostal in Guayaquil and get one too.

http://www.GuayaquilAirportHotel.com Dom

In the highlands more people speak English, it wont be too hard, you can always find someone who speaks a little English but Id learn the basics like numbers before coming. suerte, Dom

Hi Scott, Id ask taxi drivers they know were the flavors of the month are. Also, one place you could try is La Isla.

Possible …yes.

Hassle… yes.

For short trips I would just leave the dog at home, if you must bring him, then you will need to contact the Ecuadorian Consulate in the US and get the requirements… First you will have to immunize your dog for certain things and show proof to the consulate in order to get the necessary paperwork that will allow your dog to be released from customs once in Ecuador.

Heres the website of the consulate, http://www.consuladoecuadornewyork.com Dom

Sure, although many places on the net say you will have trouble entering the country on just a one way ticket, in reality you wont have any problems, they dont even ask for it, Dom

Oh yea, and our prices meet your budget, saludos, Dom

Its true, the ORO VERDE is right next door to the consulate in Guayaquil, but Id recommend staying at our place, Murali B/B near the airport. http://www.GuayaquilAirportHotel.com We are only a $3 taxi ride away and can help arrange secure taxis upon request. take care, Dom

Hi Izaak, many people in Ecuador, especially in the countryside, dig their own wells, it is allowed and generally speaking no permits are needed. Dom

Hi Izaak, I love Banos but I dont think I would buy property right near town due to the nearby active volcano which erupts with great frequency. I would rent.

The climate is cool, mountain weather, great for a warm steam bath, Dom

Hi Izaak,

The highlands of Ecuador have the least Mosquitos, the coast has more. As for ticks and the other things they arent a big problem in Ecuador. My 2 cents, Dom