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Itinerary #1 includes a nice part of the coast with a very good chance of being able to see humpback whales and a visit to Chimborazo,...

12% tax is standard and many of the haciendas, eco-lodges, etc, add the 10% service for a total of 22% added to the bill. Usually this is...

You shouldn't have a problem getting a 90 day tourist visa when you enter. I have never been asked for a return ticket or economic means.

Thanks, ZeroDegrees, we are going to check out San Isidro.

Thanks LL and Baz. We have been to Bellavista and also really enjoyed it. Great hiking trails, amazing hummingbird diversity and really...

I know an excellent english speaking travel agent in Quito that could help you plan an amazing trip. He has helped me with trips a few...

Looking at a short getaway next month and would like to see lots of birds in the cloud forest. We have been to the Mindo area a few times...

I think American Airlines no longer participates in any of the travel sites. They sometimes have good fares to Quito from Miami. LAN and...

Jgalt - Name of main character in Ayn Rand's 1957 novel Atlas Shrugged, that is worshipped by the Tea Party looneys. Coincidence?

Also may want to consider the Arajuno Lodge in that area. We have stayed there a few times and really enjoyed it. Check out their website....

@darkglobe - No, we live in the burbs in the US but Ecuador has become our favorite vacation destination. I'm sorry that you (and...

All the horror stories wind up on Thorntree! Our family has travelled in Ecuador about 15 times in the last 7 years. We love it! We have...

I agree...Otavalo is a fun and easy place to enjoy with the kids. Good day hikes and trips, lively market, Mojanda and Cuicicha lakes,...

Hola Gringoinquito Just sent you a PM. -Peter

Thanks all. We are looking forward to visiting Cuenca next week. I'll avoid the attic room! -Peter