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I got my visa to Brazil two years ago. The consulate is at Colon and Amazonas in the Edificio Espana. You will need: passport, passport...

I hired Irman for a half day and it was $50-60 for the six hours. I know Sacha is supposed to be top notch but haven't stayed there (my...

The brothers Marcelo and Irman Arias are based in Mindo and are excellent guides. They both have spotting scopes and discerning ears for...

Hi, Peggy,...

Shipping may be prohibitive, based on colleagues' experiences moving back to their home countries. Depending on how much you have, it...

The churches will be tricky to visit as masses are performed and tourists are not allowed. Some of the museums will be open. The plazas...

Um, poster also mentioned she was open to ideas, and didn't dismiss Quito outright....

I have recommended Terracentro Spanish School (http://www.terracentrospanishschool.com/) in Quito a number of times here. They can provide...

Terminal Carcelen is easy to get to by taking a bus traveling along Eloy Alfaro, no transfers needed. La Ofelia is also where one gets the...

Leelah, at night the drivers are legally allowed to turn off their meters and that's when you negotiate. It's not really being ripped off...

Making Quito your base is a great idea. I did that on my first trip there, and was able to leave unneeded clothes/gear at the hotel...

If you're only looking for a "bit" of partying, Puerto López might do the trick. Getting to Isla de la Plata requires going to PL anyway;...

Weather wise you will probably enjoy this cusp month when it is still warm. Machalilla is a wonderful place, and I've enjoyed several day...

Tha Latin American version of Craigslist: http://www.mercadolibre.com.ec/.

I had a tutor from Terracentro Spanish School http://www.terracentrospanishschool.com/ for a couple of years. It is just outside the...