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Backpacker's information lunch at SAE Quito, Thurs Sept.3rd
Posted on Aug 23, 2009, 19:16:03 by jonniej
... of assistance when in Ecuador. As always, the staff and volunteers of SAE will also be availible for information and advise about Ecuador. A`simple lunch will be availible for a small charge. If you are exploring Ecuador and South America, come and ...
 
from Ecuador - Brazil by boat
Posted on Jul 2, 2009, 20:57:26 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 ...
 
info about guides, Spanish Schools, volunteer foundations, etc
Posted on Mar 23, 2009, 16:29:05 by jonniej
... expertise or find someone who can help.. Join if you have questions or you want to help others have a great experience in Ecuador! Collectively We speak English, Spanish, and German with a bit of Russian and French from time to time! We ...
 
Travelling by bus in Ecuador
Posted on May 2, 2008, 21:46:43 by vero1
... 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 though, they ...
 
Nice beach in Ecuador
Posted on Apr 29, 2008, 13:06:25 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
 
looking for accomodation in Quito for the summer
Posted on Apr 27, 2008, 11:21:30 by mmbcross
... who has done this will answer your questions. Meanwhile, I found many sites with hostels and English schools in Ecuador online, but of course I can't make any personal recommendations. Here is a blogs from fellow Travelpoder regarding schools in ...
 
Ingapirca Ecuador
Posted on Sep 9, 2009, 11:37:23 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 ...
 
Spanish Language School
Posted on Nov 28, 2008, 08:28:28 by ecuadorjody
Mayra's Spanish School (www.mayraspanishschool.com ) in Banos TUngurahua, Ecuador is a good one. And while you're in Banos, why not practice your Spanish by volunteering with: www.artedelmundoecuador.com We are a non profit Arts, Language and ...
 
looking for accomodation in Quito for the summer
Posted on Oct 8, 2008, 10:47:02 by krisbesgrove
... is pretty good because it gives LOTS of quick tips from people who have been to each destination, although I haven´t looked at their tips for Ecuador. Other than that I travelled through Ecuador for 4 weeks and recommend ViaSpanish Language School .
 
looking for accomodation in Quito for the summer
Posted on May 9, 2008, 13:44:44 by elfunebrero
Look: Kind regards.. Samuell
 
Travelling by bus in Ecuador
Posted on May 6, 2008, 17:51:07 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 on May 5, 2008, 00:40:21 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 on May 4, 2008, 19:48:05 by veromarcos
... - 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 Chile and ...
 
Nice beach in Ecuador
Posted on Apr 29, 2008, 10:24:15 by starlagurl
Hmmm... never been to Ecuador, but here's a list of beaches. Where do you plan on staying?
 
Nice beach in Ecuador
Posted on Nov 4, 2009, 20:14:40 by egmail
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 ...
 
Nice beach in Ecuador
Posted on Sep 29, 2009, 13:50:25 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 ...
 
Ingapirca Ecuador
Posted on Sep 22, 2009, 12:57:23 by incanian
Hi, I´m from Ecuador. The temple has the shape of an animal. And the eye is the elliptical shape. bye
 
Regreening the Galapagos
Posted on Sep 4, 2009, 11:30:03 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 on Jul 2, 2009, 21:06:35 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 could ...
 
Galapagos Islands
Posted on Jun 6, 2009, 20:57:52 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 on Apr 10, 2009, 00:43:05 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 ...
 
Spanish Language School
Posted on Jan 19, 2009, 11:31:00 by amyphi
Hi, i highly recommend Academia Surpacifico in Ecuador, they have schools in Manta (a great beach town), Quito, Cuenca and Montanita (a surf village). The teachers are very experienced, and all the staff is very friendly! Cheers! Amy
 
volunteering in ecuador
Posted on Nov 28, 2008, 08:32:21 by ecuadorjody
... .com We are a non profit Arts, Language and Literacy group creating a Library for the children of Baños, Tungurahua, Ecuador (LA BIBLIOTECA INTERACTIVA DE BANOS) We are seeking with or without experience (willing to learn) VOLUNTEER ENGLISH TEACHERS and ...
 
Spanish Language School
Posted on Nov 12, 2008, 12:14:39 by benpaul
Good one in Quito with a nice school. If you need a list of other ideas for Ecuador check out: My best ever language school experience was with: Good luck!
 
need advice re baggage on galapagos cruise
Posted on Jun 6, 2008, 01:46:00 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 on Jun 6, 2008, 00:35:24 by mmbcross
... 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 possible, ...
 
Nice beach in Ecuador
Posted on Apr 29, 2008, 07:06:29 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
 
looking for accomodation in Quito for the summer
Posted on Apr 28, 2008, 13:19:55 by starlagurl
Or try the Ecuador craigslist:
 
Horse Riding in Vilcabamba - South Ecuador
Posted on Apr 22, 2008, 16:39:30 by veromarcos
For all horse lovers. A great place for horse riding is at Vilcabamba (south Ecuador). Try "Holgar´s" 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 on Apr 13, 2008, 11:42:04 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 ...
 

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