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from Ecuador - Brazil by boat

Posted by movera

Hi, I want to travel from Ecuador - Brasil (Northeast or just East coast). I think that going by boat is the most interesting (or only??) way. I don't know if it is possible to travel this journey by boat, so can somebody tell me if it is? If ...

Travelling by bus in Ecuador

Posted by vero1

... to Ecadorian newspapers, and "El Commercio" published it, accusing the company of their failures. This is so common in Ecuador, they roads are terrible, the drivers drive too fast, and no rescue service etc in place. Hospital service was great ...

Nice beach in Ecuador

Posted by mmbcross

... coast. Here are some blogs from Travelpoders who have been there. . Last, but not least, just south of the frontier is the Peruvian beach area of Mancora. Much cheaper than Ecuador, and right on your route if going south. Hope this helps Cheers Martin

Amazing places in Cotopaxi

Posted by miguelaz

Posted on Jan 19, 2012, 12:39:24

Dear Friends, I want to share some nice information about the beautifull country Ecuador. We have amazing paces to visit, but there are some that are more special like for example the amazon and the andes mountains of Ecuador. Amazon is a place that all ...

need to leave colombia - San lorenzo travel question

Posted by s.versantvoort

... bogota but need to leave colombia before the 20st of januari.. any tips where i can go? easiest and cheapest? i was thinking maybe to ecuador and visit a place in colombia on my way and then a nice place at the coast of ecuador that s also close to the ...

Ingapirca Ecuador

Posted by wakingdream

... us who think of the Inca ruins automatically think of Peru but there's a lesser known place to see Inca ruins in Ecuador; Ingpirca. The ruins are the largest Incan ruins in Ecuador. The most significant building is the temple of the sun, an elliptical ...

Travelling by bus in Ecuador

Posted by vero1

Hi, Thanks for the article, sounds right, and indeed Ecuador is the smallest country in SA. By the way, we wrote an article on our little story for a big Ecuadorian newspaper, and they did publish it, a second one is planning a feature on it. So, ...

Travelling by bus in Ecuador

Posted by mmbcross

... Overland Transport. Experts say a major cause of the high number of accidents is the recklessness of the drivers. Colombia in fact comes in second, and Ecuador third (but keep in mind Ecuador is a much smaller country). Here's thew whole article:

Travelling by bus in Ecuador

Posted by veromarcos

... - Argentina - Uruguay Relatively Safe: - Paraguay - Bolivia - Peru High chances of Accidents (and statistics that prove them): - Ecuador Of course, accidents happen everywhere. But Ecuador is top ranking and even locals protest about it. Transport in ...

Nice beach in Ecuador

Posted by starlagurl

Hmmm... never been to Ecuador, but here's a list of beaches. Where do you plan on staying?

Latacunga and the Amazon - Latacunga, ecuador travel question

Posted by nicolelabrie

I'm traveling to the area around Latacunga, Ecuador and would love to follow it with a short Amazon tour (maybe four days). Any suggestions about where to go and how to get there?

travel from Quito to Iquitos - THE AMAZON - ooh! travel question

Posted by gordonmarcina

does anyone know of small airplane travel from Quito, Ecuador to Iquitos, Peru? Otherwise I may try the river route from Coca to quitos.

3 months in equdor where to go ?

Posted by mmbcross

You don't seem to be getting much joy in respect to your Ecuador enquiries. In this case I'd recommend you contact the . According to their web site, they seem amenable to offer help to visitors. Here's their e-mail: quitoclub@saexplorers.org. ...

Shopping for Shigras Handbags and Alpaca Sweaters

Posted by bchobe

I will be spending two weeks in Ecuador in September and want to bring back beautiful shigras handbags and alpaca sweaters. What is a reasonable price to pay for theses items at craft markets ? I will visit Cuenca, Quito, Otavalo, and Cotachachi. Are ...

Galapagos Islands

Posted by michaeladamray

... to the Galapagos. I booked through Wildlife Vacations 1-877-385-1433. Those guys have over 40 years experience exclusively in the Galapagos and Mainland Ecuador. I hope this helps, and please do follow up and let me know what you decide to do. Michael

Things to do in Manta

Posted by mmbcross

... the city are enchanting, with wonderful beaches and spectacular forested mountains. This company, , is one of the oldest and most respected tour operators (but by no means the cheapest) in Ecuador. Here is their list of excursions in and around Manta.

Things to do in Manta

Posted by joelmunoz1968

Does anyone have any adventure sugestions for Manta, Ecuador? Surf spots, mountain biking, or tours into the mountains? Any help is appreciated!

Nice beach in Ecuador

Posted by albiceleste

Hello, We are starting a round th world trip with 3 children in July in Ecuador. Before we hit the road, we'd like to have a bit of a relaxing time on a beach... anybody knows of a nice beach at this season ? Any comment welcome Caroline I ...

Regreening the Galapagos

Posted by wakingdream

Wired has an interesting article up; Their green efforts include a new Fuel-Handling Facility, a Solar-hybrid Microgrid, an green-focused airport makeover which includes solar panels and a wind power project. This paragraph started me on thinking; ...

Summer stay in Montanita w/ some traveling

Posted by movera

... airport would be in Manta. I like Montanita and think you will have quite an adventure there - it's the surf capital of Ecuador and the whales should be on the coast while you are there. Depending on what you are thinking of as an adventure you ...

Galapagos Islands

Posted by ericthered

At the very least, you must stop in Ecuador and spend some time there before continue on to the Galapagos. I booked my ahead of time, but still made sure to see Quito on the way there. In Old Town, see the Plaza Grande. Just be very mindful about your ...

from Ecuador - Brazil by boat

Posted by melvintas

Hi, I want to travel from Ecuador - Brasil (Northeast or just East coast). I think that going by boat is the most interesting (or only??) way. I don't know if it is possible to travel this journey by boat, so can somebody tell me if it is? If not, is ...

volunteering in ecuador

Posted by ecuadorjody

... We are a non profit Arts, Language and Literacy group creating a Library for the children of Baņos, Tungurahua, Ecuador (LA BIBLIOTECA INTERACTIVA DE BANOS) We are seeking with or without experience (willing to learn) VOLUNTEER ENGLISH TEACHERS and ...

need advice re baggage on galapagos cruise

Posted by shesoffagain

... time, it won't be an issue, since I can leave a bag at South American Explorers clubhouse in Quito while I do northern Ecuador, and then in Peru, I am returning to Lima between jungle and highlands, so can store it there too. It's really only the ...

need advice re baggage on galapagos cruise

Posted by mmbcross

... to lug it all around South America? Fortunately there is plenty of time to do this. Are you all fixed up for the onward trip from Ecuador down to Chile and Argentina? If you need advice, we can do our best to help you. Start your blog as soon as ...

Nice beach in Ecuador

Posted by stephcaro

Hello, We are starting a round th world trip with 3 children in July in Ecuador. Before we hit the road, we'd like to have a bit of a relaxing time on a beach... anybody knows of a nice beach at this season ? Any comment welcome Caroline

Horse Riding in Vilcabamba - South Ecuador

Posted by veromarcos

For all horse lovers. A great place for horse riding is at Vilcabamba (south Ecuador). Try "Holgarīs" which charges 15-20 US for 4-5 hour treks and 30 for full day with food. The horses are incredibly well kept and the saddles are without doubt ...

Tragic accident - bus crash in Ecuador

Posted by Worldramblings

Five young British women have been killed and another 12 Britons injured in a bus crash in Ecuador. The dead have been named as Rebecca Logie, 20, Lizzie Pincock, 19, Indira Swann, 19, Emily Sadler, 20, and Sarah Howard, 27. They were travelling ...

Quito and Amazon in mid June

Posted by starlagurl

Have you checked out some of the blogs on TravelPod? They are definitely not self serving and usually interesting! From reading them, I would definitely head over to the Galapagos Islands, that would be interesting. A couple did a guided city tour ...

Galapagos Islands

Posted by joanna_2006

Kay, thanks a lot for your detailed advice. I only have a limited time to spend in Ecuador and I'm too nervous about not being able to get a booking while I'm actually there, as I also heard some stories that people cannot get a tour and ...

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