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Johan007
06-25-03, 19:28
Guys,

has anyone from you mongers info about Flights from Ecuador to Colombia???(fe Cali)

I am thinking (just thinking....right now) of going to Ec. AND to Colombia in November.
I hear in Guayaqill and Quitop also great puss availeble and CHEAPO!!!

anyone impact please???

Johan.

Pootang Hunter
10-27-04, 04:39
Hello Johan,

You have a couple of options: 1) Tame to Cali, 2) Avianca to Bogota. Colombian girls have a great reputation for the GFE experience, so enjoy. Bogota has very good "shade" and it's a fun city (clubs, great restaurants). You'll get a lot of play in Cartagena too, and that's another fun town. I've never been to Cali, but have heard very good things about it too. Have a great time,

Pootang Hunter

DoomBringer321
11-19-04, 07:21
I heard ther is a lot of migration from Peru because of the dollar, and colombia bacause of terrorism.
I wonder I've seen alot of Colombian girls but I have not seen any Peruvian girls in the buisness and guayas is close to the border

Fulanito
11-23-04, 17:50
Does anyone know of any good reliable honest doctors in Guayaquil? And dentists? Someone who will not rip me off.

Thanks

Johan007
12-13-04, 14:24
Guys,

I was in cartagena last year..and I liked it a lot. A pity though that I couldn't do much because of my (ex!) novia at the time. Very celosa....so i had little time to sneak arround for other chicas...LOL

Anyways,, as I am in panama in February 2005 and I think I will have some time left (my ticket is 3 weeks valid) I am considering a trip to DR or to Ecuador. As I was in DR before and not overly liked it (allthough the women there are drop dead gorgeous) I tend to consider a short time to Ecuador.

Has somebody done this before?? Imean flying from one latin country to another? Does Copas Airlines also have flights to Ecuador?? I mean a flight to Quito would not take more then 2-3 hours...I guess.

Indeed it would be practical for me as the currency in BOTH Panama nd Ec. is the US Dollar. Right now for me (as an EURO user) dirt cheap!!
Other reason might be that Ec. is getting more and more stabile and has seen little inflation in contrast to other SA countries lately.

Fromn what I saw here and on other places on the net I am very IMPRESSED by the looks of the women in Guayaquil!! yes....I like very much the dark morenas and the negritas. Allthough the canelitas are also very welcome!

Cheers,


Johan.

Maltrufio
12-13-04, 17:48
Johan, done it lots of times. Grupo Taca has a direct flight from Panama City to Guayaquil.

Johan007
12-15-04, 13:45
Thanks Maltrufio!!:-)

I was on the website of Taca and I looked but I could not find any direct flights. (maybe I did something wrong?) All of them went via SAN JOSE in CR....which took up to 9 HOURS..!! Price was about US$ 350,- all in..acording that site.

I also went on a search with Copas....and they also had DIRECT flights to Guaquil.
Which took only 2 hours and 5 min..!! Same pricing here!!! 350 bucks (263 euros for me) which I think is not too expensive for a trip of 10 days.
So IF I go...it'll be with Copas...;-) saves me a lot of stress and time I guess.

The flights to DR from panama are all more expensive. 540 dollars and up....

thanks again for the tip

Cheers

Johan







Johan, done it lots of times. Grupo Taca has a direct flight from Panama City to Guayaquil.

DoomBringer321
12-20-04, 05:35
I have found three websites that catered to mongering in this country

www.mis-conejitas.com

www.firstclass.com.ec

www.jolie-femmes.com

if anybody has found anymore post up.

Buzz00
12-20-04, 11:58
VIRUS WARNING :

I have a question DOOMBRINGER did you try these sites before so generously posting them ?

They are fucking riddled with viruses, did you know that ?

www.mis-conejitas.com
www.firstclass.com.ec
www.jolie-femmes.com

Now I don't know you, or what your deal is but everyone should be warned that the sites are full of TROJAN VIRUSES SO BE WARNED AND DO NOT USE.

Buzz.

Johan007
12-22-04, 12:46
Hi Guys,


on this site:

http://www.clasifica.com/


I found TONS of hookers and (maybe) freelancers in several SA countries. In Ecuador I noticed many hookers:-)
Also some more serious ads.

check it out dudes. the site is in spanish only;-)

Johan

DoomBringer321
01-05-05, 01:33
Just for the record I have no idea what the fuck is going on but I have a personal computer at the house with DSL and I check for viruses everyweek and the sites that I post do not have viruses If however one is not carefull you can acquire viruses anywhere on the net by accepting cookies so on and so forth.
Someone should suggest to Buzz04 a class on how to safely navigate the net.

This is doombringer signing off.

DoomBringer321
01-15-05, 14:37
I found this resource for Ecuador at http://www.lamourgate.com/ I don't know how usefull it is but it has alot of advertising even though I personallly have not contacted any of the independents or agencies involved in Quito or Guayaquil

DoomBringer321
04-07-05, 03:30
I found a new website want to know if anybody has tried or will try their services

http://www.escortsfirstclass.com/ not to be confused with http://www.firstclass.com.ec/ that i posted earilier.

Anyway have a safe trip mongering you all.

DoomBringer321
04-21-05, 01:35
I most humble member of this board would like to encourage you all, to initiate a kind of letter writing campaign so we can add a Salinas thread to the board there is just so much action and so many hotties in Salinas and is the only getaway spot in this country that it would only make sence that Jackson start a new thread, I've already PMed him on it, but to no avail I'm sure he has so many other things to do that he just hasn't gotten around to it but maybe if we emailed him collectively he could be persuaded to add a Salinas thread to the Ecuador board.

Anyway IMHO we need another thread called Salinas.
any bitches, gripes and complaints post up or PM me

Peace out.

Surfer
04-21-05, 04:22
I will put in a report if Salinas gets a folder. This is the nicest place in Ecuador IMHO.


Manta too.

Buzz00
05-14-05, 21:44
You guys do watch your backs I hope. Shit happens big time. I mean you don't flash your rolexes and thick gold neck chains now do you?

Israel Air Force Industries envoy to Ecuador, Mordechai Pravda, killed during armed robbery.

An Israel Air force Industries envoy to Ecuador was murdered Thursday during an armed robbery in the coastal town of Guayaquil.

Eyewitnesses claimed 58-year-old Mordechai Pravda entered his rental car at 8 p.m. local time. A black vehicle suddenly pulled up and two men stepped out and smashed the windows of Pravda’s car.

They threatened him and ordered he drive towards downtown Guayaquil, where they forced Pravda to hand over all his money and possessions.

Pravda cooperated and gave them everything he had, except for one of the two necklaces he had around his neck. He told the robbers it was a gift from his father.

However, without responding, one of the men pointed his gun and shot Pravda in the head. Both men fled the scene.

Local residents found Pravda and rushed him over to a local clinic where he was pronounced dead.

Not a rare incident

Israel’s consul to Guayaquil Galit Efraim told Ynet that South American residents are used to violence on the streets.

“This city has a reputation of being a violent city,” she said. “ It’s the most violent cities in Ecuador with the highest crime rate.

Locals know not to get involved in such cases and to just cooperate with the criminals.”

Efraim said that Ecuador has a large Israeli community, made up of mostly businessmen.

“There is a clear warning by the Foreign Ministry for all Israeli’s to avoid any confrontation with robbers and to simply cooperate with them,” she said. “I believe Mordechai knew that and cooperated with them.”

Efraim said arrangements to transfer Pravda’s body to Israel were underway. In addition, local police have launched an investigation into the incident and are set to transfer its findings to the consul.

DoomBringer321
07-06-05, 05:14
The nationally sindicated EXTRA has changes it's policy of allowing "companion adds" therefore it will become much harder to call those allways usefull escort services apparantly there has been new laws written by congress banning "Sex tourism" like these fucking country is a paradise for it anyway. Anyway just some usefull information I just thought I might share with you guys, in the future I will be compilling a list of all the escort agencies that I know off along with phone numbers since the other newspapers never allowed those adds. It has now become impossible to find them unless you are like me and keep those numbers around in case they come in handy they are surprisingly cheap no more than $25-40 per hour.

Peace out.

DoomBringer321
08-29-05, 05:25
I have finally gotten JACKSON to add a section on the Ecuador board called salinas, that is for all you beach goers that were always PM me about all the hot non pro action going on in salinas so don't sit back and admire it post up, let us see how many people respond.

Peace out.

Erik2004
12-15-05, 13:43
And what about the "casas" , such as Medellin, and how to find the new ones. Can yoy explain me more about taht, because I was therein march and nothing had achneged yet.

DoomBringer321
01-12-06, 03:40
I am advising that people should be more carefull when calling the "agencies" since a friend of mine who works at the health ministry informed me that thos girls do not get regular check up for AIDS as do the SW or Club girls so be carefull.

Peace out.

El Pato
04-08-06, 17:05
I am told that the US dollar is the offical currency of Ecuador! Is this ture?

Ezinho
04-09-06, 00:47
I am told that the US dollar is the offical currency of Ecuador! Is this ture?

Yup, has been since I think the year 2000 or so. But it's not the only Latin America country with the dollar, Panama uses it as well, and I think El Salvador does now too.

That's one of the good things about Ecuador IMHO, no worries about any exchange rate problems (like Brasil, for example), no matter how weak the dollar gets, a $15 session is still going to be $15!

DoomBringer321
04-09-06, 02:27
Very interesting opinion Enzhino but IMHO the worst thing that happened to this country was the change to the dollar, from the foreigners point of view to invest in Ecuador costs almost as much as investing in Europe except that in Europe you have the advantage of being in a Democratically and economically stable region which is not the case in Ecuador and from a mongers point, if you are like me and travelled all of latin america you'll notice something allmost everywhere else pussy is cheaper and give better service ecuadorian women are not as pretty or as cheap as women in Central america or Brazil, Colombia or Venezuela.
Maybe some people do not like being bother with exchange but I prefer going through the hassle of exchanging if it means getting better pirces or cheaper products.
Just my .02$ in.

Ezinho
04-09-06, 17:39
Very interesting opinion Enzhino but IMHO the worst thing that happened to this country was the change to the dollar, from the foreigners point of view to invest in Ecuador costs almost as much as investing in Europe except that in Europe you have the advantage of being in a Democratically and economically stable region which is not the case in Ecuador and from a mongers point, if you are like me and travelled all of latin america you'll notice something allmost everywhere else pussy is cheaper and give better service ecuadorian women are not as pretty or as cheap as women in Central america or Brazil, Colombia or Venezuela.
Maybe some people do not like being bother with exchange but I prefer going through the hassle of exchanging if it means getting better pirces or cheaper products.
Just my .02$ in.

Well Doombringer, you seem to be from Ecuador, so you know more about this than I do, what was life like with the Sucre? I have talked to a few people here in Quito about the currency, and they don't like using the dollar either, but most of them are Communist-wannabees, anti-TLCers who admire Hugo Chavez and Evo Morales, so I never really took their opinions seriously.

In terms of the mogering scene here, I can't speak for the entire country, but I think it's pretty good here in Quito. I've only lived in Brasil as well, no where else in SA, so I can't compare it to anything else, but the way the Real is going against the dollar, Quito is definitely cheaper than Rio, that's for sure, although the Northeast of Brasil is still somewhat affordable. Anyways, lately I've been paying anywhere from $7-$16 for 15-30 minute sessions here in Quito, ummm.....do you think I'm overpaying? Would be interested in your opinion on this.

And you live in Guayaquil right? I've talked to a few Ecuatorianos in the casas and they say the mongering scene in Quito is MUCH better than Guayaquil, so maybe that has something to do with the way you view mongering in Ecuador?

And as far as investing in Ecuador, no offense, but I wouldn't invest in this country no matter what the currency was!

DoomBringer321
04-10-06, 00:09
You are quite right Ezinho investing in Ecudor is a waste of time, as far as the Sucre is concerned before the dollar you could buy a lobster dinner for 5000 sucres the equivalent of 0.25 cents try finding a lobster dinner now at that price, most people at the time who where middle class could afford a maid now most maids won't even talk to you unless you offer them 200$ a month so now it's getting like america where only the very wealthy bother getting maids at all.
As for your friends being uncomfortable they may be communist sympathizers but consider this the international exchange rate for the sucre at the time the government changed the currency was 15000:1, then the disgraced president who ruled at the time who is now BTW a professor in Harvard buisness faculty in the US, declared a banking holliday people couldn't withdraw their funds for a whole month add to that when the holliday was lifted 30 days latter people were forced to withdraw their funds at the rate of 25000:1 so right of the bat they lost about 40% of their capital, but the disaster doesn't end there get this, the government imposed a cap on the amount of money that you could withdraw in cash so people that had large amounts of money or savings were given government bonds in dollars, now unlike the US where most people can freely exchange a government bond for the quantity that is worth, here most people are distrustfull of the system so the people that wanted to change say a 1000$ dollar bond had to deal with a market that would only pay about half of what it was worth so on top of the fact that they lost their fortune on the exchange what was left had to be halfed by the sell of the bonds so the middle calss pretty much went to the shithole.
The few people that had any funds left did what was not contemplated before in this country MASS IMMIGRATION in a whole year over 3 million people left the country, it would have been nice if all the people that left were the illetarate and uneducated ignorant retards that seem to abound in this country, but what left was the cream of the crop doctors, lawyers, bankers, engineers, college professors, teachers, small buisness owners, midddle buisness owners, all the highly talented and educated people without which a country couldn't function and still be called a developing country. I personally didn't witness this event since I was at the time serving the US military but had enought grim accounts of the economic situation to kind of understand what this country went through, 6 yrs. latter the country is just now beginning the slow recovering process but it may take a whole decade more to get to where this country started economically before 2000 when the dollar became the official currency, so understandibly no one specially the average joe on the street is particularly thrilled with the dollar or the memories of the economic situation that developed when it changed in 2000.
As for mongering it seems to me that you go to the real "low class" borthels in the red light district that provide service by industrial standards in that respect it hasn't changed much but what has increased in price since the dollar came in has been the middle level hoes the strip club girls and escorts services the are now charging 40-80 an hour that is way to much to pay I have gotten FS in the streets of miami for $60 and it ain't like this country has stunners like the do in other SA countries and their conservative society and repressed sexual culture reflects in the performance of their providers half of the P4P women that I have screwed in this country 60% won't do oral much less BBBJ, CIMTC, only about 10% will do anal, about 30% don't feel comftarble with DATY and after a nut most (90%) would like for you to leave while this is true of all working girls in other countries I have found that here working girls are more restrictive and less creative in their performance and not as good as Colombians, Ticas or Cubanas much less Brazilian and Argentinas.
BTW before the dollar you could get FS for as little as 4$, fine hoes in strip clubs for $15 and true gems for about 40-60$, about the only good thing in this country is that I'm making $$$$ otherwise I would kiss it goodbye and leave however I do miss my trips to Cuba, Brazil and certainly Colombia I hope that my commitments will slow down enough for me to leave the country around June so that I can have a sexual adventure in anyone of the aftermentioned countries.

This is Doombirnger321 signing off.

Ezinho
07-16-06, 17:09
We've all been reading about Tungurahua "erupting" in the Quito thread, but this is too much!

Note: Check out the photo in the article for an example of a typical non-pro from the Sierras of Ecuador, yikes! LOL

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060716/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/ecuador_volcano_4

Tungurahua
07-18-06, 04:19
We've all been reading about Tungurahua "erupting" in the Quito thread, but this is too much!Oddly enough Volcan Tungurahua seems to be coinciding with my own violent eruptions. I climbed to her crater at the end of March, thought my life was over multiple times sitting on her crater floor watching explosions, flying rocks and ash clouds stretching hundreds of meters high.

Came to Quito the first week of April. Then, in mid May, she started erupting violently. Right about the same time I found Mariela and Kathy. She went to 'sleep' for a couple months only to violently reassert herself last Friday and Saturday, coinciding with my exploration of South Quito -- finding Brixi and Samira.

From this it is obvious Volcan Tungurahua and I are joined at the hip, my friends. I could not have selected a better alias.

;-)

Jcr153
08-29-06, 03:06
Tung,

I’m not sure how long it takes for a report to post on the site. Just in case I’ll propose that we meet at my hotel at 4:00pm, the Radisson, in the bar. I'll have a t-shirt on that says Ziljian on it. Just say your with ISG and I’ll understand. This is in case I am unable to contact you further. I'll wait a half hour and if you don't show then I'll assume you were not interested. Should you receive my post in time to reply and know a better location I’m flexible, but just remember you know the city and I don’t so make it simple. Perhaps you could also contact me direct at my hotmail account.

Jcr153@

Tungurahua
08-29-06, 17:46
In covering all bases I shall reply here too. Your hotel bar at 4pm, Aug 30, is a perfect location. I will be there with cash in hand and ready for a long night of club-hitting and girl-feasting, should that be what you want.

Thanks JCR!

Big John 1
09-11-06, 05:11
Can someone please tell me avaiablity of Vitamin V and also Cialis in Ecuador?Going there next month.Gracias por su ayuda.Bigjohn1

Globe Trotter
09-11-06, 20:31
The cost for Cialis 20mg (Brand Name) is $9.00 - $10,00 and does not need a prescription. You can buy it in any Fybeca Pharmacy in Ecuador

Tuna Man
10-01-06, 17:45
Well, I have my ticket to go to Ecuador on Oct 17 and will be staying at Hotel Othello in New Town.

Along with a lot of mongering, I would like to do some traveling within the country. I know Peru has VIP or luxury buses that go all over the country and would like a heads up on the similar scene in Ecuador.

Has anyone used one of these buses? The price seems cheap (about $1.00/hour) but maybe a little too cheap. I just don't want to have to share my seat with a goat in a 1966 school bus.

Any information will be appreciated.

Yujin
10-01-06, 20:34
Riding a bus in Ecuador is an adventure. When I was in Cuenca, I met a New Yorker who traveled by bus from Quito to Cuenca. When he fell asleep on the bus, somone went through his carry on luggage that he had stowed in the overhead rack and took this digital camera. He didn't know it was missing until he reached his hotel room. He also had his iPod stolen while he was sleeping on the bus. When he woke up, his headphone was still in his ears, but his iPod was gone.

I did, however, find traveling by bus in Ecuador much safer and more comfortable than in Peru.

Big John 1
10-01-06, 21:31
Well, I have my ticket to go to Ecuador on Oct 17 and will be staying at Hotel Othello in New Town.

Along with a lot of mongering, I would like to do some traveling within the country. I know Peru has VIP or luxury buses that go all over the country and would like a heads up on the similar scene in Ecuador.

Has anyone used one of these buses? The price seems cheap (about $1.00/hour) but maybe a little too cheap. I just don't want to have to share my seat with a goat in a 1966 school bus.

Any information will be appreciated.Hey buddy, Been here a few days on some two three hour buses, yes, about one dollar per hour, some equal Greyhound, some better, some a little worse,yes,there are chickenbuses, but to very small places you probly will not see.

Big John 1

Artisttyp
10-02-06, 00:11
Tunaman,

I was asking the same questions and found out a few things. There are three ways more or less of doing bus travel within ecuador.

1. bus company transporte "panamericana" with an office near the mariscal(Tel 2551839/avenida cristobal colon & reina victoria) will take you to the major cities in ecuador.

2. Transporte ecuador- (JL Mera N21-44 cerca jorge washington) Same kind of service as panamericana but I think PA is better known..I might be wrong. They all say first class service etc. To me only mexico really had first class service. I've done the bus thing in peru and it was whatever so you get what you get.

3. There is a major bus station in quito near the old city called terminal terreste (????) I might be wrong with the name . Ive been to many latin countries so it's all a blur. Those buses leave every day to many places in ecuador. Set yourself up in quito and try to arrange a locker or something so you can leave some things and come back for them in a few days. You would be surprised what is within 3/4 hours from quito..Alot

Always go to a bookstore and check out the guide books they will point you in the right direction .

I hope to be in quito fairly soon myself.

* By the way bus travel is not safe in ecuador but I've heard it's cheap.

R Brandon
10-02-06, 01:07
Tunaman,

I was asking the same questions and found out a few things. There are three ways more or less of doing bus travel within ecuador.

1. bus company transporte "panamericana" with an office near the mariscal(Tel 2551839/avenida cristobal colon & reina victoria) will take you to the major cities in ecuador.

2. Transporte ecuador- (JL Mera N21-44 cerca jorge washington) Same kind of service as panamericana but I think PA is better known..I might be wrong. They all say first class service etc. To me only mexico really had first class service. I've done the bus thing in peru and it was whatever so you get what you get.

3. There is a major bus station in quito near the old city called terminal terreste (????) I might be wrong with the name . Ive been to many latin countries so it's all a blur. Those buses leave every day to many places in ecuador. Set yourself up in quito and try to arrange a locker or something so you can leave some things and come back for them in a few days. You would be surprised what is within 3/4 hours from quito..Alot

Always go to a bookstore and check out the guide books they will point you in the right direction .

I hope to be in quito fairly soon myself.

* By the way bus travel is not safe in ecuador but I've heard it's cheap.

Excellent information on bus travel in Equador by the way. I hope to make it there next year somtime before summer in the US.rbc100

Big John 1
10-02-06, 21:02
[QUOTE=Doombringer321]You are quite right Ezinho investing in Ecudor is a waste of time, as far as the Sucre is concerned before the dollar you could buy a lobster dinner for 5000 sucres the equivalent of 0.25 cents try finding a lobster dinner now at that price, most people at the time who where middle class could afford a maid now most maids won't even talk to you unless you offer them 200$ a month so now it's getting like america where only the very wealthy bother getting maids at all.
As for your friends being uncomfortable they may be communist sympathizers but consider this the international exchange rate for the sucre at the time the government changed the currency was 15000:1, then the disgraced president who ruled at the time who is now BTW a professor in Harvard buisness faculty in the US, declared a banking holliday people couldn't withdraw their funds for a whole month add to that when the holliday was lifted 30 days latter people were forced to withdraw their funds at the rate of 25000:1 so right of the bat they lost about 40% of their capital, but the disaster doesn't end there get this, the government imposed a cap on the amount of money that you could withdraw in cash so people that had large amounts of money or savings were given government bonds in dollars, now unlike the US where most people can freely exchange a government bond for the quantity that is worth, here most people are distrustfull of the system so the people that wanted to change say a 1000$ dollar bond had to deal with a market that would only pay about half of what it was worth so on top of the fact that they lost their fortune on the exchange what was left had to be halfed by the sell of the bonds so the middle calss pretty much went to the shithole.

The few people that had any funds left did what was not contemplated before in this country MASS IMMIGRATION in a whole year over 3 million people left the country, it would have been nice if all the people that left were the illetarate and uneducated ignorant retards that seem to abound in this country, but what left was the cream of the crop doctors, lawyers, bankers, engineers, college professors, teachers, small buisness owners, midddle buisness owners, all the highly talented and educated people without which a country couldn't function and still be called a developing country. I personally didn't witness this event since I was at the time serving the US military but had enought grim accounts of the economic situation to kind of understand what this country went through, 6 yrs. latter the country is just now beginning the slow recovering process but it may take a whole decade more to get to where this country started economically before 2000 when the dollar became the official currency, so understandibly no one specially the average joe on the street is particularly thrilled with the dollar or the memories of the economic situation that developed when it changed in 2000.

As for mongering it seems to me that you go to the real "low class" borthels in the red light district that provide service by industrial standards in that respect it hasn't changed much but what has increased in price since the dollar came in has been the middle level hoes the strip club girls and escorts services the are now charging 40-80 an hour that is way to much to pay I have gotten FS in the streets of Miami for $60 and it ain't like this country has stunners like the do in other SA countries and their conservative society and repressed sexual culture reflects in the performance of their providers half of the P4P women that I have screwed in this country 60% won't do oral much less BBBJ, CIMTC, only about 10% will do anal, about 30% don't feel comftarble with DATY and after a nut most (90%) would like for you to leave while this is true of all working girls in other countries I have found that here working girls are more restrictive and less creative in their performance and not as good as Colombians, Ticas or Cubanas much less Brazilian and Argentinas.

BTW before the dollar you could get FS for as little as 4$, fine hoes in strip clubs for $15 and true gems for about 40-60$, about the only good thing in this country is that I'm making $$$$ otherwise I would kiss it goodbye and leave however I do miss my trips to Cuba, Brazil and certainly Colombia I hope that my commitments will slow down enough for me to leave the country around June so that I can have a sexual adventure in anyone of the aftermentioned countries.

Like everywhere,of course Educador was once cheaper. But right now in Old Town, Quito, Hotel $6 nightly, good full meals one dollar each local places, cheap fruit, cheap beer cheap women, I average $15-$20 daily for EVERTHING, way cheaper than most places for sure!

Big John 1

Samu Ray
10-09-06, 02:49
I had to go to Peru-Ecuador border to re-new my visa, this was few days back. I had read about a *****house near the border so I decided to visit
the place. It is a ten minutes walk from the Ecuadorian immigration office.
There is a dirt road that branches out of the main highway, walk few yards
on this dirt road,turn left you will see one house on the left and three houses on the right, make another left, short one, you will get to see a huge building with a big door, inside there are many tables to watch the girls while you have a beer. I counted 28 girls working, this was at about noon. I did not see anyone I would have liked to screw, I left. $1 beer, $ 10 for screwing!

On the Peruvian side prices are cheap, on the Ecuadorian side everything is in $$$.

The other houses had rooms inside but were empty!

Big John 1
10-10-06, 01:21
Hi guys,last week took a bus to a place called San Antonio,it is between Octavalo and Ibarra.When I disebarrked saw three female barbers advertised haircuts for 80 cents!!I watched awhile,chose the oldest and seeming the best barber.It turned out Silvia is 36.She was an outgoing morena type,and i have had much worse cuts for eight bucks!I gave her two bucks which she appreciated.The shop was closing,so I asked her to dinner,she said she needed to get her three sons,ages 12,4,and two,i said okay it was like a family dinner,the whole meal cost less than ten bucks for us all.She told me of her life,many weeks she earns 40 bucks.No beauty queen,a bit gorda,but a warm,caring woman.I had another hotel in Octavalo but got a oom for $3.50 to take Silvia for breakfast,she left her kids with a friend,without her kids very friendly.I asked her to come to my other hotel in Octavalo since she lived in a very small town,naturally worried about talk.She said she would meet me there,but only if we took separate buses and would arrange for kids.She showed up,albeit two hours late.She was a little nervous,so i suggested going for drinks,four cuba libres later we were both very ready.There was much talk in the room,a 62 year Gringo,a 36 year old ecuadorian in the same place.Not the greatest sex,not many differeent postions,but lots of affection.She did not want a condom and in fact pulled it off in the middle of things,nice big jugs,but nicer the feeling.We both went about the same time,watched TV a couple hours,then a repeat,in fact two repeats.Silvia asked for nothing,i gave her cab,not bus fare to her puebla as it was now dark,we both held,i gave her fifty bucks for groceries as a gift at the end.She does not want me in her town,I understand.Today got a nice email from Silvia.This was very good.Big John 1

Big John 1
10-10-06, 01:25
Hi guys,last week took a bus to a place called San Antonio,it is between Octavalo and Ibarra.When I disebarrked saw three female barbers advertised haircuts for 80 cents!!I watched awhile,chose the oldest and seeming the best barber.It turned out Silvia is 36.She was an outgoing morena type,and i have had much worse cuts for eight bucks!I gave her two bucks which she appreciated.The shop was closing,so I asked her to dinner,she said she needed to get her three sons,ages 12,4,and two,i said okay it was like a family dinner,the whole meal cost less than ten bucks for us all.She told me of her life,many weeks she earns 40 bucks.No beauty queen,a bit gorda,but a warm,caring woman.I had another hotel in Octavalo but got a oom for $3.50 to take Silvia for breakfast,she left her kids with a friend,without her kids very friendly.I asked her to come to my other hotel in Octavalo since she lived in a very small town,naturally worried about talk.She said she would meet me there,but only if we took separate buses and would arrange for kids.She showed up,albeit two hours late.She was a little nervous,so i suggested going for drinks,four cuba libres later we were both very ready.There was much talk in the room,a 62 year Gringo,a 36 year old ecuadorian in the same place.Not the greatest sex,not many differeent postions,but lots of affection.She did not want a condom and in fact pulled it off in the middle of things,nice big jugs,but nicer the feeling.We both went about the same time,watched TV a couple hours,then a repeat,in fact two repeats.Silvia asked for nothing,i gave her cab,not bus fare to her puebla as it was now dark,we both held,i gave her fifty bucks for groceries as a gift at the end.She does not want me in her town,I understand.Today got a nice email from Silvia.This was very good.Big John 1See guys,it can be done,for me a nice change from mongering.

Artisttyp
10-13-06, 00:00
Has anyone flown Lan airlines to ecuador? I've never really flown too many foreign carriers but due to shabby service and shabby airplanes on the american side I'd like to try something else.

I would be going coach from new york jfk to guayaquil (one hour layover) then on to quito.
I notice they have a jfk to quito through Lima,Peru . Do you have to get off the plane? Thanks

Lorenzo
10-13-06, 04:57
Has anyone flown Lan airlines to ecuador? I've never really flown too many foreign carriers but due to shabby service and shabby airplanes on the american side I'd like to try something else.
I recently flew LAN all over South America over a 60 day period on a OneWorld Airpass. I was quite impressed with their excellent service. The most impressive thing was their punctuality. Every flight departed and arrived on time. Moreover, they aren't miserly about food the way US airlines are; if it's meal time, you'll get a hot meal. Food was average for airline food. Economy class seats were reasonably comfortable, with adequate legroom. No excessive waiting for checked luggage. It seems to be a popular airline; nearly every flight was full. I gained mileage with my AAdvantage card. They posted all the mileage promptly, and I had no problems in this area.

I didn't fly LAN to Ecuador, but I did fly them from Quito to Lima. I didn't take any intercontinental flights, only within SA. My longest flight was 6-1/2 hours from Santiago-Caracas, which is as long as an intercontinental flight. Service was still very good. On the intra-South America flights most of the flight attendants don't speak English, although announcements are in Spanish and English. This may be different on intercontinental routes.

Lorenzo

Jaimito Cartero
10-13-06, 05:08
Has anyone flown Lan airlines to ecuador? I've never really flown too many foreign carriers but due to shabby service and shabby airplanes on the american side I'd like to try something else.

I've flown LAN to Peru before, and service was fine. You can credit to American Airlines, in addition to LAN's own program.

Artisttyp
10-13-06, 10:44
Thank you to those who answered my question.

I have 28,000 miles with AA so that works great. My biggest complaint with AA is that the seats dont go back far enough and when I went to buenos aires last spring I vowed I would never do long flights with AA anymore.
The flight attendants on AA are miserable as well.

Everytime I travel through latin america by bus I have been pleased with the service. There seems to be some unwritten law that you get treated a certain way. I dont feel the same appreciation traveling with american companies. I'd like to try other avenues.

Tuna Man
10-13-06, 17:23
I am going to Quito in a few days. I bought my tickets through Expedia on COPA. It is a Panamanian airline, but I have never been on one of their flights before, so right now I can't say if they are good or not.

I fly out of JFK and connect in Panama City. The layover is only 2 hours, so it should not be too bad. Total price was $470 including tax.

If you keep checking all the different ticket brokers, you can find deals.

On my first trip to Costa Rica I went on AA and vowed to never use them again. The connection in Miami is a horrible pain in the ass. All the rest of the times I went to CR I Flew on Taca and had very good service.

Regulr Travlr
10-13-06, 17:30
FYI - Copa is a Continental affiliate. I have flown them US to Panama as well as Panama to Colombia and Costa Rica. Basically the same service level as Continental. Actually a little bit better on the Latin American legs. Mostly 737's. They have always ran on time on my trips.

MrLogan1979
10-17-06, 23:45
Ok guys I am planning my trip to Ecuador in Feb 2007.

What are good, clean, reasonably priced girl friendly hotels near the action?

Artisttyp
10-20-06, 17:26
Can someone confirm that I can use the same electrical outlet plug in ecuador as I do in the states? I think I was able to last time I've just forgotten.


Thanks,

Artisttyp

Jaimito Cartero
10-20-06, 17:46
Copa is 49% owned by Continental. They use the same frequent flyer plan, Onepass. You can get free upgrades to FC if you're an elite with CO.

All the Copa planes that I've seen are 737's. 800/900 series, I think. Connections in Panama City are pretty easy, as it's not that big of a hub, and you can walk from one end to the other in 10 minutes or so.

Latina Passion
11-02-06, 16:43
What is the best beach city for overall night life and action?

Thanks In Advance,

LP!

Globe Trotter
11-03-06, 01:24
Artisttype- Voltage in Ecuador is 110 vlt 60hz same as us.

Lan is one of the best airlines in Latin America, AA needs to learn from them, the stewardesses are fine not like the old hads working for AA. Hahahah

Tuna Man- Copa is a great airline and duty free shopping in Panama which is the transit point is great for bargains.

Latin Passion- Manta is a party Beach City as well as Esmeraldas but personally I prefer Manta, more babes and cheaper prices.

I have been living in Quito 3 years and love it here, lots of ladies 3-1 Ratio and they love Gringos because they don't haave a macho bullshit attitude..Plus they like our $$$$.

Let me know if anyone needs any other info, glad to help out.

Latina Passion
11-04-06, 19:59
Planning my first trip to Ecuador in mid January, will hit Quito first then maybe the beach!

I'm reading a lot about the casas but not much about bringing chicas back to your room, what is the todo la noche scene all about?

Globe any short tiime apartment rentals in Quito, and if not any descent, hotels?

Thanks in advance,

LP!

Dpilzbo
11-04-06, 20:27
I have the same kinds of questions and look forward to your reply here in the general forum or PM me if you like. Thanks for taking the time to help those looking forward to the answers.

Stay Safe!

Globe Trotter
11-06-06, 23:42
Latina,
There are temporary apartments available fairly cheap, can check for you and let you know. As far as hotels, there is the Hotel Quito located next to American Ambassador's residence in the center of the city 5 minutes from Mariscal (GringoLand)which offers rates of about $50/night and is 4 star. Let me know what price range you are looking for and I can check out some alternates, hotels like Radisson & Marriott get about $150/night. Hostels are another matter $5-$10 range but you can forget about ladies coming there with you plus no privacy. Private casa are better but you go with the girl in their facility.

The better hotels tolerate a Lady visitor provided she gives her documents when going to your room, sometimes the hotel charges a small fee but if you register as a DOUBLE when checking in you can avoid the fee when the girl comes to your room, sometimes you need to scream like a LOCO GRINGO so they get the message. Ecuadorans by nature are very complacent and do not like verbal confrontations with Americans. I scream at them on an average of 5 times per day to get what I need done. So is the 3rd world.

DPILZBO-- Just let me know what particular info you need and will be glad to help.

Dpilzbo
11-08-06, 01:06
You answered my main question pertaining to apts avaliable and a hotel suggestion. I have reservations at the Marriott but my buddies will be looking for cheaper places to stay which I might too but I got the Marriott for 80 a night. As always though, if I can be happy for cheaper, then so be it. lol.

What info do you have on cell phones, in particular sim cards. We all have unlocked quad band phones so sim cards would be nice. I saw that bell south and porta are carriers but not much else info wise.

Thanks again, I'll keep an eye out for your informative posts and those from other members.

Dpilzbo

Dirty Willy
11-08-06, 13:56
I strongly discourage yelling like a gringo loco to get your way. No one deserves this kind of treatment (Maybe some people do, but I don't if you're yelling at them 5 times a day, you should consider chilling out a little bit). And behaving like this just leaves the impression that gringos are jagoffs who bring down nothing but their money and are worthy of being ripped off. Have some consideration for people coming down later. If they experience enough of this, you'll see more of the working women behaving like putas on a downtown NY street corner. Mean, cold, corrupt and businesslike. Have some consideration for the future mongers if nothing else.

Even if you adhere to the idea that it's an 3rd world country, behaving like a spoiled child is really not a ideal way to demonstate your superiority.

Latina Passion
11-09-06, 03:20
I hooked up with an absolute 28yo hottie, with kind of a low self-esteem!

This chica is absolutely smoking, educated, lives with her sister and get this NO RUG RATS! LOL!

I forgot I have some Starwood points in my account so I'll be at the Shearaton for one night then headed to the northern coast for a few days and back to Quito for a day! Love to hook up for a beer and a quick run at your favorite casa!

Dirty: Just my two cents but, I don't think Globe meant it like that, from what I gather he owns his own bussiness I think, and if you have ever tried doing business in South America, somtimes you have to use a persuasive argument to get things done down there, or else you will be stuck with the ole Manana attitude! And nada will get done.

Artisttyp
11-09-06, 12:08
I dont think anyone needs to yell at anybody thats why america is so awful.
One of the reasons I love south america is for the service. I feel they really appreciate your business.
Sometimes when Im shopping in a store the female clerks will drive you a little nuts showing you crap you dont need and doesnt relate to what your looking for but thats retail.
Americans have a bad reputation for being spoiled and its true we are very self involved. We demand alot.

Dirty Willy
11-09-06, 18:06
Globe trotter,

If you're running a business and that's the way things have to be dealt with, then you have my apology and my sympathies as well.

On the other hand I just don't think it's good to recommend getting in people's faces when things don't go your way down there. I've seen too many times where a tourist loses his temper and becomes really ugly and confrontational and it really makes my stomach turn. And it really always ends up being Americans which just makes me ashamed and embarrassed. I just hope someone reads this and keeps it in mind next time they're ready to raise a fuss over somehthing stupid.

Sorry to go off topic.

Globe Trotter
11-13-06, 14:56
Hi guys,

Sorry, but I did not mean to upset everyone with my comments about screaming like a "Loco Gringo" maybe it was a bad choice of words.

But being a business owner here and having to deal with a daily load of BS from various customers & public service companies, it is not easy to just wash your hands and accept customers that owe you $25,000-$50,000 and do not want to pay or when Andinatel & TV cable cut off your service even though you paid on time, just because they do not have the internal systems to properly monitor their customers. Or when customs (Aduana) here wants to charge you 30-40% of the value of the goods you are importing (when the published rate is 5%) just because one of the customs agents reviewing your cargo needs additional income to pay his own expenses (don't forget, Ecuador was rated the 3'rd most corrupt country in the world). Or when a Hospital purchasing agent has the "BALLS" to ask for a 50% Bribe to give you a $100,000 order when he is being paid by the state to do his job properly, if I paid that who do you think pays the ultimate price-- The Ecuadoran People, that's who.. and I do not think that is fair....

I have tried for over 2 years to be tolerant, understanding and accepting, but NO MORE, sorry but if you all had a business here, and not just visiting for a short time, you would totally understand what I am referring to. Every time I have done things the way it is done in the States, I have had shit piled on top of me, since I adopted the Loco Gringo attitude, my business has prospered because my customers know I mean business and that we are a serious and professional company that will not tolerate CORRUPTION, LIES, & TOTALLY BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Make no mistake, I respect the Ecuadoran people otherwise I would not remain here, but I will not be trampled upon nor will I accept things because that is the "WAY IT IS DONE" when it is my livelyhood and that of my employees at stake, I have not run numerous successfull businesses in Latin America by acting that way, No Risk No Gain Guys.

Again, my appologies if I have offended anyone on the board.

Artisttyp
11-13-06, 23:56
I finally enjoyed myself and had the time to take off my pants without worrying.
Chicas cost $15 for 30 minutes which is what Im looking for. The girl was really pretty and I thought I made the mistake of choosing a ***** but she wound up giving a really good covered blowjob which is hard to do and she finished me off with a handjob no rubber. I havent gotten that here yet.
I tipped her $5 so the next time she knows there is a good tip coming to her if she treats me right. I want to go down on her for sure but I didnt have my mouthwash.
Tommorow I will try masajes medallin. Until then.

Artisttyp

Artisttyp
11-23-06, 14:49
Ok well Im back on lock down status here in new york. I promised to share a few bits of information. Here they are numbered as they pop out of my head.

1. If you have alot of stuff to take home arrive at the airport three hours ahead. I got nailed for my first time. They also saw a mountain of condoms and asked me questions whether I had a girlfriend in quito etc. I told them I always travel with condoms.

2. Bring small bills

3. Lan airlines was really fair. It cost me $50 to change dates coming and only $77 if I wanted to go home early ( I wasnt feeling well). The airplane going home had TV screens in front of every seat with various programming movies, games,tv etc. * The seats reclined like a lazy boy chair with leg and head reclining abilities. I will not go on american airlines again if I can help it.

4. www.realaudiencia.com or hotel san francisco right around the corner for hotels in centro historico. $26 a night with tax and breakfast. I stayed the first 8 days in the old town and was glad I did. I really enjoyed waking up to a gothic enviorment with no tourists and a feeling for history. Dont stay there for the first few days till your breathing becomes better (many hills).

5. Indio Inn (not hotel) otovalo $30 with bfkfast accepts credit card rooms very nice quite hotel with rooms sourrounded by a courtyard. Very pleasant when you want to get away from the buying and selling of plaza de los ponchos.

6. Cotacatchi- buy bags and wallets like there is no tommorow...fantastic most people accept credit card but bring some cash you'll want it. Dont buy jackets in cotocatchi.

7. Leather Jackets- Go to a town called quisapincha 20 minutes from ambato $40/$50 for something they will charge $120 for in quito or cotacatchi. Its a little hike out there 3/4 hrs. Go to terminal terreste in quito ask for service to ambato (every 15 minutes) then ask for either a bus or cab from ambato bus terminal or side of the road as you enter ambato to quisapincha bus 25 cents cab $4 - $6. They accept credit cards in many but not all of the places.

8. In quito try Siam-thaifood
Rincon de guacho-Steak
Breakfast at the magin bean hostal (bring a huge appetite)

*All located in the mariscal foch gringolandia

9. Hotel rincon escandinavo baquerizo moreno and 6 de deciembre look for the yellow sign with a blue viking hat on it. This is the second time Ive stayed here. $25 with balcony quite cable tv with movie channels and very comfortable. Single rooms for $16. The only set back is you need to cross a few lonley streets at night. Take a cab if your worried. * You may be allowed to bring in a girl. The guy that worked the night shift last year said yes I didnt ask this time.

10. Dont expect much from the girls go to different casas for a variety of service. You get what you get so enjoy it.

11. Exit tax is $31.70 the most Ive ever paid anywhere. It was raised from $25 8 months ago.

Louie OK
11-23-06, 19:23
Hey Artisttyp,
I'm sorry about the phone problems & that we missed each other,
but it I'm glad nevertheless that you enjoyed your time here.

Mongerers who want meet up with me or others here Quito when they get here, I recommend activating your PM services by paying Jackson's small fee. I will post some info privately that I won't post publicly for fairly obvious reasons. One of those things is my cell number.

For you guys coming to Quito or Ecuador & may want to have cellular access, I will suggest a few things.
First, it will be cheaper to buy or bring a cheap model cellular from the US or outside Ecuador.
I brought a cheap Nokia 6010 which I had been using in San Diego's T-Mobile network
and Tijuana's Telcel network. Therefore, the Movistar network in Ecuador worked fine for me.
Their offices which are all over will sell you a chip, card, number, & minutes for as little as $3.
That $3 is only an introductory offer, but lasts for over a month. While it won't last long for talking,
most people do text messeging as it's much cheaper. Then buy $10 cards as their expiration dates far exceed the cheaper cards. There also exists Porta and another for cell service, but I don't know much about them.
BTW, texting is also better if your spanish isn't very good, but you still want to communicate with the local girls.
Trying to comprehend listening to them by phone can be difficult & costly in minutes.

Those who won't have cellulars in Ecuador should make use of the cabinas found most everywhere here for making calls both locally and beyond. Don't be timid to ask them for assistance if neccessary as dialing local land lines or cellulars might require using some extra digits.

Louie OK
11-27-06, 03:29
It appears as though another Latin American country has chosen to move away from the US orbit as the election results show that a leftist named Rafael Correa has won.
The other candidate, a US-backed bible-toting billionare bananaman named Alvaro Naboa from what I heard is likely to scream fraud.
I was walking the street earlier this evening and witnessed thousands on the streets smiling, cheering, singing, waving flags, blowing horns, etc.
Indeed a very interesting experience

Polvo
11-27-06, 08:25
It appears as though another Latin American country has chosen to move away from the US orbit as the election results show that a leftist named Rafael Correa has won.
...........I was walking the street earlier this evening and witnessed thousands on the streets smiling, cheering, singing, waving flags, blowing horns, etc.
Indeed a very interesting experience

Bobisee:

Did they have Ley Seco (no alcohol sales) during the election period there - similar to Peru?

Polvo

Louie OK
11-28-06, 03:40
Yeah, it's was a dry weekend most places.

SocalJarHead
11-29-06, 02:27
I was down this weekend for business but tried to do some partying in the evening... Major bummer.:(

I am friendly with the lady who runs 270 La Nina so she did serve me and I took one of the Quitenas there. Fairly decent. All the other places I could find weren't even open.

Long Stroker
12-12-06, 03:26
As the US dollar continues its slow decline against the Euro, the pound, and other major world currencies, will that have any impact on the price of pussy in Ecuador, given the fact that their currency is indeed the US dollar?

I'm planning a visit to Ecuador in March of next year.

Ezinho
12-12-06, 04:39
As the US dollar continues its slow decline against the Euro, the pound, and other major world currencies, will that have any impact on the price of pussy in Ecuador, given the fact that their currency is indeed the US dollar?

I'm planning a visit to Ecuador in March of next year.
Actually, I'm not sure I understand the question, are you coming from the U.S. or Europe? The price of snatch in Ecuador shouldn't rise if the dollar is low. I mean, snatch isn't an official currency traded on the world market. And even if it does rise, I doubt it would be a huge increase.

If anything, if you're coming from Europe, Ecuador pussy should be even cheaper. For example, the pound is almost 2-1 against the dollar now, so a 15 min session could cost as low as 3.5 Quid if you're British!

What I would be a little more concerned about is the new President of Ecuador, Rafael Correa. He has always been opposed to the dollar being the official currency of Ecuador, so it will be interesting to see what happens in the next few years with this new President. Who knows what will happen if he gets his way...

Shekwan
12-15-06, 00:27
Planning my first trip to Ecuador.

Since the US dollar is their official currency, what kind of change do they give?

Quarters, nickels, dimes?

Polvo
12-15-06, 21:30
Planning my first trip to Ecuador. Since the US dollar is their official currency, what kind of change do they give? Quarters, nickels, dimes?

I had read that they were going to change the name of the Ecuadorian currency to a "Tung"!

(This is a new denomination with an exchange rate of $7 per ficha!)

:-)

Polvo

Long Stroker
12-16-06, 01:59
Thanks for the reply, Ezinho. Sorry, I should have been more clear. I'm coming from the US with dollars.

I just thought that maybe if the dollar gets too weak, the girls would bump the prices up some from the current $7, $15, and $20 structure.

Saibb
01-23-07, 23:20
The cost for Cialis 20mg (Brand Name) is $9.00 - $10,00 and does not need a prescription. You can buy it in any Fybeca Pharmacy in EcuadorAnyone know if they offer the generic viagra, India brand, in Quito? I believe it was going for 2 bucks a pill in Costa Rica.

Later,

SB

Ezinho
01-31-07, 21:39
Have some bad news for all us Ecuador mongers. Because of a coin shortage, the penny could be worth five cents soon! I wonder if this will affect prices?

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,247479,00.html

A potential shortage of coins in the United States could mean all those pennies in your piggy bank could be worth five times their current value soon, says an economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

Sharply rising prices of metals such as copper and nickel have meant the face value of pennies and nickels are worth less than the material that they are made of, increasing the risk that speculators could melt the coins and sell them for a profit.

Such a risk spurred the U.S. Mint last month to issue regulations limiting melting and exporting of the coins.

But Francois Velde, senior economist at the Chicago Fed, argued in a recent research note that prohibitions by the Mint would unlikely deter serious speculators who already have piled up the coinage.

The best solution, Velde said, would be to "rebase" the penny by making it worth five cents rather than one cent. Doing so would increase the amount of five-cent coins in circulation and do away with the almost worthless one cent coin.

"History shows that when coins are worth melting, they disappear," Velde wrote.

"Rebasing the penny would ... debase the five-cent piece and put it safely away from its melting point," he added.

Raw material prices in general have skyrocketed in the last five years, sending copper prices to record highs of $4.16 a pound in May. Copper pennies number 154 to a pound. Prices have since come down from that peak but could still trek higher, Velde said.

Since 1982, the Mint began making copper-coated zinc pennies to prevent metals speculators from taking advantage of lofty base metal prices. Though the penny is losing its importance — it is worth only four seconds of the average American's work time, assuming a 40-hour workweek — the Mint is making more and more pennies.

Velde said that since 1982 the Mint has produced 910 pennies for every American. Last year there were 8.23 billion pennies in circulation, according to the Mint.

"These factors suggest that, sooner or later, the penny will join the farthing (one-quarter of a penny) and the hapenny (one-half of a penny) in coin museums," he said.

Almotu
02-14-07, 07:50
I want to address this the most knowledgeable guys on the Quito scene, which seems to be Tung and you, Ezinho.

From what I have been reading here, it seems all the action is from casas/MPs/strip clubs that you have to take the girls upstairs to a dingy room to f*ck. Are there any chances of taking a girl back to your hotel/apartment to enjoy? either take-out from the establishment or you setting up a 'date' outside of her workplace. Sometimes it is just nice not to HAVE use the rooms upstairs.

Any place to pickup freelancers, etc.?

Dpilzbo
02-14-07, 13:19
Yes Almotu it is possile to get a girl to come to your place. It is not mentioned much here, but there was a brief talk about it once if I am not mistaken. I was able to get a few numbers from girls that were interested in doing something outside of the casa. I just paid the 700 pennies or whatever the price was, and then while in the room talked more about coming to the hotel. That way you at least get a brief preview of the girl and if you even want her to come to your room. It was around 40% yes answers but my terrible spanish may have been the reason. Some of the girls quoted really high prices relative to what they may make for the same time in the casa but again my spanish skills made it almost impossible to negotiate with those girls. Bobisee helped me with one woman that I was interested in but I didn't get a chance to follow through. (Thanks again B)

There are some freelancers out there too. If I can find the info on this guy Chippy (may not be spelled correctly) I will post it here. He introduced us to some girls that were a lot of fun and turned out to be great guides too.

Hope this was helpful.

HornyAsianKid
02-20-07, 00:24
I was looking through the picture forum and particularly pictures from Tungurahua. His girls rate are from $7-20USD i persume. Is that right? Alot of those girls are gorgeous. Most of them look like girls from the hip-hops video. Can anyone tell me the rate for an all nighter with the girls in Ecuador? This sounds way too good. Thank for the info.

Tungurahua
02-20-07, 23:40
Hey Kid: scope out the most recent Quito Fuckclub List in the Reports of Distinction section. It will help to shed some light on your question without having to repeat myself here. Other posters, like the fellow previous to your post (Dpilzbo), have recently added some words.

And yes, $7-20 USD is right. 700 pennies gets you some lovin' pussy here.

Almotu
02-25-07, 12:48
Basically, I just like to mix things up. In Rio/Sao Paulo I like to go to termas, boites, take freelancers at HELP, have a local guy introduce me to chicas, massage parlours in Sao Paulo, etc. In Thailand, I like going to beer bars, soapies and go-go bars. Short Time / Long Time Whatever! After all, variety is the spice of life.

I just wanted to know my options for Quito and so far from what I have read here it is very tempting. Great, not having to watch the exchange rate to the local currency all the time before a trip. Let's face it, the USD is not doing well these days. It is nice to go to place and know the value of your 'pennies'.

BTW, just curious . . how much does a normal office secretary earn per week in Ecuador? a waitress? etc.

Artisttyp
02-25-07, 13:17
.....but remember alot of times the service is lame and paying for a double session does not mean you will get better service.
Sooner or later you will get an idea of where to spend your money and who to ask for extras but first I'd shop around and try on the merchandise .

Believe it or not but after three weeks I was bored with the service and could have really used some GFE hotel room action and Im someone that prefers casas over anything.

You will have a good time just be aware of the above.

Ezinho
02-25-07, 16:58
This discussion is interesting, so I wanted to add my two cents on these topics of TLN and onsite service. Keep in mind, these are just my opinions, you may not agree with them.

First of all, I have never done TLN with a working girl in this country. Never. With normal girls, yes, but never with a pro. I have to admit I much prefer the casa scene, where you can take a girl, bang her for 15 minutes, and then move on to another girl. I personally prefer not to get involved emotionally with these girls; been there, done that, won't do it again. It's funny because when I lived in Brasil, I was the same way, I always loved the Centro short-time/termas scene, and absolutely hated the Help/Meia Pataca scene, so for me Quito is great.

Short Time / Long Time Whatever! After all, variety is the spice of life.

I agree with this Almotu, but for me, the variety is in the different chicas you can bang all in one day, not different time spans! Call me crazy, but I like the availability of having sex with many different women for very little money; I believe Tungurahua holds this same opinion as well.

If you are really into TLN, I honestly am not sure why you would bother coming to this country. Just look at some of the reports in the Guayaquil thread, guys paying $100 or more upfront for TLN, and then the girl leaves after one pop. You can get a girl from one on the chongos to come back to your place for an hour or so, that's certainly possible, but TLN? ˇBienvenido al Ecuador!

I notice that many guys have asked this same question about TLN, wondering why it is never mentioned on here. Gentlemen, sometimes the most obvious answer is the correct one! It's never mentioned here because we don't do it! Most girls here are not into it, and the local guys (which make up 95% of the clients) aren't into it as well. Keep in mind many of these guys are married, and just come to the casas for a quicky. They have no interest to romance these girls, and they certainly can't take them back home! So, there is no demand for TLN here. And what happens when there is no demand? That's right, Econ majors, there's no supply!

My advice: just enjoy Ecuador for what it is; a place where you can have a quicky with a beautiful girl from $6.50-20USD. If you're not into that, then I suggest going somewhere else. It's not a place to come for TLN, and it's not a place to come for GFE. Again, I don't get why someone would come here for those things when you can go to Colombia, Brasil, etc, etc. Just read the Rio thread, as crappy as the exchange rate is, guys are still getting R150-200 all nighters, thats only $75-100 USD, and the girls are hotter than here, and actually *want* to do TLN.

I think Doombringer wrote a report on TLN a while back, mentioning how crappy it is in this county. I don't have time to search for his post now, but you might want to do a search on his handle. He's a local so he knows what he's talking about.


BTW, just curious . . how much does a normal office secretary earn per week in Ecuador? a waitress? etc.
I'm not sure of the exact minimum wage, but I knew a girl (non-pro) who worked at Supermaxi (the largest gocery store chain in this country) as a cashier, and she made $150 A MONTH. Not sure if that was for a part-time or full-time salary, though.

Dpilzbo
02-25-07, 22:49
Ezinho,

You definately hit the nail on the head with your post. I was one of the guys that asked about TLN before I went to Ecuador. I am a rookie monger that only had been to Brazil and enjoyed the TLN and non-pro (semi-pro? ) experience. After reading the postings here and in the other forums for that matter, I had my own theory about why it isn't mentioned. Once getting to Ecuador and learning the "ways of the Ecuador monger". LOL. I understood even more. I think your post should be put in the "reports of distinction" section if for no other reason but the fact you answer the TLN question pretty thoroughly. I think it would be a great help for those new to mongering in Ecuador.

I did offer my opinion about girls coming to the room but I was not even thinking about TLN (I guess subconsciously I have ruled out TLN too). I was thinking of an hour or two in the comfort of one's room. Being able to take a shower with them or offering a bite to eat is just something of interest to me. Also, I'm a big guy and some of those rooms were tiny! I bumped more body parts getting my pants down and that brings up another thing. I would like to be able to put my pants on the floor and not worry about DNA deposits or a few critters coming back with me. LOL. Hopefully, I did not mislead anyone about TLN experiences.

Again, myself and some friends will be back in Quito and Guayaquil in late May. I look forward to meeting and mongering with those of you here in this forum, especially those that are experienced in the Ecuador scene. Guayaquil is first on the list and we intend on discovering AT LEAST one unmentioned place and reporting on the places that have already been mentioned. LOL. If any of you guys are avaliable, let me know and we can make it a group effort! Be safe all.

Dpilzbo

Jan 156
03-24-07, 23:38
I'm planning a side-trip to Quito from Rio de Janeiro. Probably 10 days max.

Plenty of Rio experience and general mongering but never been to Ecuador before.

General recommendations would be much appreciated (much useful stuff on here already, still working thru it).

Esp -

Best airlines for a good price between Rio & Quito

Good budget accommodation in Quito. I l'd like easy access to budget P4P but also some convenience in getting the best out of non-mongering aspects of teh city.

What to ask for in terms of a map in a bookshop. A-Z means zilch abroad. In Rio, for instance, the equivalent is a streetguide called 'Ruas' which has every street.

Where's the best place to get small bills? Are they easy to obtain?

Cheers :-)

Jan 156
03-25-07, 00:16
Still working thru Tungurahua's excellent report, found the map details among other things. Guess Gringoland sounds best for first visit to get to know the place. Undecided whether to book flight Rio-Q in advance or not, or which airlines. Q sounds pretty tempting so I might need to knock another week off the Brasil sojourn!

Ezinho
03-25-07, 01:46
I'm planning a side-trip to Quito from Rio de Janeiro. Probably 10 days max.

Plenty of Rio experience and general mongering but never been to Ecuador before.

General recommendations would be much appreciated (much useful stuff on here already, still working thru it).

Esp -

Best airlines for a good price between Rio & Quito

Good budget accommodation in Quito. I l'd like easy access to budget P4P but also some convenience in getting the best out of non-mongering aspects of teh city.

What to ask for in terms of a map in a bookshop. A-Z means zilch abroad. In Rio, for instance, the equivalent is a streetguide called 'Ruas' which has every street.

Where's the best place to get small bills? Are they easy to obtain?

Cheers :-)
Hey Christopherd, you've asked some good questions here. First of all, keep in mind that you have to pay an air departure tax everytime you fly out of Ecuador, which was $37.90 USD as of a couple weeks ago. So you might want to factor that into your flight expenses. Also, Brasil requires a yellow fever vaccine from anyone that has been in Ecuador the last 90 days, just something to remember if you want entry back into Brasil.

As for the price of the ticket, I'm no travel agent, but I'm going to go out on a limb and say that it would probably be cheaper to fly to Miami than to Quito from Rio. Inter-continental South American flights are quite expensive, especially once you add up all the taxes and airport fees each country has. The best advice I can give for the lowest price is just to search the internet, or perhaps check out some travel agencies once you are in Rio.

As far as the *quickest* flight, I know Avianca has a Rio to Quito flight, with a stop in Bogota. That would probably be the quickest flight (unless it has an overnight stop in BOG). Copa Airlines also has a flight, but you would have to backtrack a little with a stop in Panama City. You might want to check out LanChile as well. I think that's probably it though, without having to make a ridiculous amount of stops and plane changes.

Let's see, what else...as for a map, you can go into almost any travel agency in Quito and they will be more than happy to give you a free map of the city. And for small bills, your best bet might be to change your 20's at a Casino, there are a few around Gringolandia. They always have change. But definately do change all your large bills, any chance you get. I once bought 80 cents worth of food at a Supermarket, and when I saw all the loose change in the cash register, I decided to use a twenty to pay for it; I've never seen a cashier so pissed off in my life! But there's nothing worse than going into a 700 penny casa and finding out they "don't have change". Yeah right.

Any other info you need should be found on the board. Hope this helps.

Jan 156
03-25-07, 15:25
Hey Christopherd, you've asked some good questions here. First of all, keep in mind that you have to pay an air departure tax everytime you fly out of Ecuador, which was $37.90 USD as of a couple weeks ago. So you might want to factor that into your flight expenses. Also, Brasil requires a yellow fever vaccine from anyone that has been in Ecuador the last 90 days, just something to remember if you want entry back into Brasil.

As for the price of the ticket, I'm no travel agent, but I'm going to go out on a limb and say that it would probably be cheaper to fly to Miami than to Quito from Rio. Inter-continental South American flights are quite expensive, especially once you add up all the taxes and airport fees each country has. The best advice I can give for the lowest price is just to search the internet, or perhaps check out some travel agencies once you are in Rio.

As far as the *quickest* flight, I know Avianca has a Rio to Quito flight, with a stop in Bogota. That would probably be the quickest flight (unless it has an overnight stop in BOG). Copa Airlines also has a flight, but you would have to backtrack a little with a stop in Panama City. You might want to check out LanChile as well. I think that's probably it though, without having to make a ridiculous amount of stops and plane changes.

Let's see, what else...as for a map, you can go into almost any travel agency in Quito and they will be more than happy to give you a free map of the city. And for small bills, your best bet might be to change your 20's at a Casino, there are a few around Gringolandia. They always have change. But definately do change all your large bills, any chance you get. I once bought 80 cents worth of food at a Supermarket, and when I saw all the loose change in the cash register, I decided to use a twenty to pay for it; I've never seen a cashier so pissed off in my life! But there's nothing worse than going into a 700 penny casa and finding out they "don't have change". Yeah right.

Any other info you need should be found on the board. Hope this helps.

Hey there, thanks for that! I would have missed the yellow fever thing so will check that out see if I can get it before going. The small change thing is a pain in lots of places - it's always my first job of the day in Rio. I've found a map name from the long 'fuck clubs' post but I'll try the freebie first. I like a complete A-Z for finding thise small roads that aren't marked on the tourist guides - and the big ones often include bus routes too.

One other thing - some non-mongering info - my lonely planet recommends a train de diablo ride that goes up into the mountains. Anyone know how far (time wise etc) that is from Quito?

Thanks again, guys

Almotu
04-02-07, 15:25
Thanks for your informative reply to my post. Obviously, the GFE feeling is different for everybody. But can I get PSE with a lot of DFK & BBBJ in the casas? My least favorite four words in the world is probably "No Kissing, no like." LOL

Almotu
04-02-07, 15:28
What is the deal with this Airline? I think there is mention that they are joining the OneWorld Alliance. Can this mean co-share flights with AA from American cities? Anyone know how their service is?

Mraughh
04-03-07, 14:07
Thanks for your informative reply to my post. Obviously, the GFE feeling is different for everybody. But can I get PSE with a lot of DFK & BBBJ in the casas? My least favorite four words in the world is probably "No Kissing, no like." LOLDepends on the girl. If you invest some time in them, you'll get more. Helps if you can speak at least a little spanish also.

Mer07
04-28-07, 15:14
How much is a penny?

I thought Ecuador only uses US dollars, but many uses "penny". The Sucre was eliminated 2000.

How much is a penny. Confused!

Davidb3069
04-28-07, 16:46
I'm making my first trip to Ecuador on the 12 of may for a week. I'm flying in from Colombia. I'm assuming from what I've read that cross-country travel between major cities isn't the big concern that it is in Colombia. It looks like the border towns around Colombia in the north are the major place to watch out for. Am I correct?

I have taken buses in CR, DR, Nicaragua and other places and had no problem. I am just being extra cautious

Recommendations for altitude sickness in terms of medicines, etc.?

Looking forward to Ecuador.

David B.

Davidb3069
04-28-07, 16:55
Hey there, thanks for that! I would have missed the yellow fever thing so will check that out see if I can get it before going.BTW. Just incase someone else is wondering about yellow fever. It's a multi-shot series that you have to take over a 4-6 month period. You can take a minimum of 2 of the 3 shots required and be up in the mid 90% innoculation range. 1 shot is around 40% if I recall. I took 2 out of 3 rounds and did the research on it ahead of time and found out the 3rd shot only added a few more percent of protection. I didn't get that one. At $150 per shot in the US, it's expensive.

I had to get it because I have been to Colombia and wanted to enter Thailand which also requires the yellow fever card. Hope this helps someone.

David B.

Davidb3069
04-29-07, 14:26
I did offer my opinion about girls coming to the room but I was not even thinking about TLN (I guess subconsciously I have ruled out TLN too). I was thinking of an hour or two in the comfort of one's room. I personally find it difficult to sleep with a stranger I just met. It takes a few nights with a GFE for me to get comfortable. I worry about being robbed probably most of all. Learned to hide things in the room very well.

It's interesting how different people view this. I prefer the GFE that likes other girls so I have the comfort of one I know. And I can still play with other girls.

I am heading back to Colombia on the 4th of May and then I will be in Quito on the 12th. I'm looking forward to seeing how that city compares to other places I have been. The girls seem a lot more open to GFE than other places from what I've read here.

Is it my imagination, or are the girls a bit on the heavier side on average in Quito? I have read a lot of reports and seen a lot of ecuador pictures. If so, you think it's because it's colder there?

David B

Mraughh
05-01-07, 03:28
Is it my imagination, or are the girls a bit on the heavier side on average in Quito? I have read a lot of reports and seen a lot of ecuador pictures. If so, you think it's because it's colder there?

David BStarch heavy diet. lots of rice and potatoes in the locals diet here since their really cheap. A lunch at the majority of the places, even dinner for that matter is only $1. Average menial worker salary is about $200 a month. So cheap filling food is the priority. Plus i'd imagine not exercising and genetics.

Davidb3069
05-01-07, 20:56
Starch heavy diet. lots of rice and potatoes in the locals diet here since their really cheap. A lunch at the majority of the places, even dinner for that matter is only $1. Average menial worker salary is about $200 a month. So cheap filling food is the priority. Plus i'd imagine not exercising and genetics.But they get plenty of exercise :) I know I drop a few pounds every time I go.

David B.

Davidb3069
05-01-07, 21:02
Starch heavy diet. lots of rice and potatoes in the locals diet here since their really cheap. A lunch at the majority of the places, even dinner for that matter is only $1. Average menial worker salary is about $200 a month. So cheap filling food is the priority. Plus i'd imagine not exercising and genetics.I didn't think it was my imagination. The thin chicks from Colombia must be a real hit there. Could charge a bit more :)

Took various advice here and got plenty of small change ($1's and $5's) and plenty of rubber.

I might stay in Quito much longer if it turns out to be better and cheaper than Cartagena. It sounds like it's a lot cheaper -- have to look around for a better deal on hotel though.

David B.

Mraughh
05-02-07, 04:11
I didn't think it was my imagination. The thin chicks from Colombia must be a real hit there. Could charge a bit more :)

Took various advice here and got plenty of small change ($1's and $5's) and plenty of rubber.

I might stay in Quito much longer if it turns out to be better and cheaper than Cartagena. It sounds like it's a lot cheaper -- have to look around for a better deal on hotel though.

David B.I find that Guayaquil and other costa chicas are pretty slender, and the majority of the ones in CR and guajira are slender.

Post #46 in the travel and announcment thread has a website with alot of hotels and hostels to give you directions and cheaper prices. Taxi's can be kind of expensive here if you arent careful. The flipside being that bussing is cheap but time consuming and the Eco-via you have to be careful about pickpockets.

Davidb3069
05-03-07, 01:03
I find that Guayaquil and other costa chicas are pretty slender, and the majority of the ones in CR and guajira are slender.

Post #46 in the travel and announcment thread has a website with alot of hotels and hostels to give you directions and cheaper prices. Taxi's can be kind of expensive here if you arent careful. The flipside being that bussing is cheap but time consuming and the Eco-via you have to be careful about pickpockets.Speaking of which, it appears to be that $2 to $5 is a typical fare around Quito. Is this accurate?

David B.

Mraughh
05-03-07, 15:21
Speaking of which, it appears to be that $2 to $5 is a typical fare around Quito. Is this accurate?

David B.

yeah pretty much. at night it costs more since they dont use meters then. for instance, from the central historic district to mid town can run from 3.50 to 6+ depending on traffic and how fast the cabbies drive during the day.

the meters start at $.35 and increase both from time and driving.

for examples though at night, i've been quoted $15-$20 from the airport to cumbaya. that would be no more than $10. I keep track of what the daytime costs are for where I go and use those rates when I bargain with the cabbies at night. If they refuse to bargain, just get out of the cab, you'll find another easy or the cabbie will agree to your price.

Artisttyp
05-03-07, 17:01
Also remember that the trolley(25 cents) runs until 12 midnight. When I was staying in the centro historico I used to take the trolley to la mariscal then cab it back. The only set back you might have is walking from 10 de augusto down to amazonas. After 8pm those little streets can be very empty. However some have a few people...try to stick to the more populated areas. Amazonas and the surrounding area can be very sketchy even one block away from all the action of gringolandia.

Latina Passion
05-04-07, 03:36
I'm making my first trip to Ecuador on the 12 of may for a week. I'm flying in from Colombia. I'm assuming from what I've read that cross-country travel between major cities isn't the big concern that it is in Colombia. It looks like the border towns around Colombia in the north are the major place to watch out for. Am I correct?

I have taken buses in CR, DR, Nicaragua and other places and had no problem. I am just being extra cautious

Recommendations for altitude sickness in terms of medicines, etc.?

Looking forward to Ecuador.

David B.

David,

Hope this helps! If you have been to Bogota, or Denver or any city that high up and did not suffer Altitude sickness no need to worry about Quito! I'm 44 and a heavy smoker and have not suffered from altitude sickness! My problem has been getting a good night sleep, and walking up a flight of stairs.

Taxi, I have never paid more then $5 buck night or late night. The guys at the Airport might try to charge you more but if you really want to save a buck or two walk out of the airport towards the Domestic Terminal then walk across the street and hail a taxi there! From the Airport to the Sheraton I paid like $2.50 I think!

Money: Yes carry small bills, must places will not have change for a $20, even most large companies will not change or accept a $50 or a $100!

Price of Chica's 60% less then Cartgena, but you get what you pay for!!!! You can find some hot ons that is for sure at a price of $15 to $20!

Hope your Espanol is past the tourist level, because you'll need it trying to find these damn Casas! I usually stay at the Hotel Eugenia, and not untill my third trip did I run across a casa two doors down, my Nephew was staying at the Hotel Cuba and again two doors down was another one! Chica's in Quito are a bit heaver then their Costal Eucadorian counterparts! And compared to Colombia Chica's sorry but no way can they compare to Colombianas!

The best looking women in Ecuador hands down are from Portoviejo, that is where my girl is from, and I'm sure most of the senior Ecuador members will tell you the same thing!

You can find Hotels in Quito from $10 and up, things are so cheap there 30% cheaper then Colombia I pamper myself and spend between $12 to $25 on the Coast and in Quito I spend $60 a night!

The whether in Quito is Cold does not go much past 70, and it is like a woman, you never know what she is going to do! It can be nice and sunny, then rain and cold, after the rain comes the FOG, then sun again, then rain, and more rain!

Travel to the coast takes 30 minutes anywhere in Ecuador, and cost around $120 round trip, the coast is much cheaper then Quito much cheaper!

Hope this helps!!

LP!

Yujin
05-04-07, 05:07
Also remember that the trolley(25 cents) runs until 12 midnight. When I was staying in the centro historico I used to take the trolley to la mariscal then cab it back.The trolley is great, but be forewarned, it's a pickpocketers paradise when it's packed with passengers. I had my small digital camera ($350) pickpocketed out of my camera bag on my belt under my jacket. I've also caught guys unzipping my jacket pockets thinking that my notebook was my wallet.

It's best to ride the trolley during the off-peak hours.

Artisttyp
05-04-07, 17:40
Latina passion-

Hotels in guayaquil are not cheaper than quito. If you have experience on the coast it would be nice to have some information in the "other areas" section.
What cost you $120 airfare ? I think the closest beach to quito would be esmeraldas which I think is 3 hrs away.

Please correct me if Im wrong.


I agree the trolley is very busy and you will stand up for most of your ride but its a short ride to wherever. At least you only pay 25 cents for the suffering. I pay $2 a pop in NYC to sit next to hygiene catastrophes on the subway. I think the fare will rise again pretty soon.

* Never have anything accessible. Im sorry you lost your camera its very difficult to travel in the third world but it can be very rewarding as well.

Mraughh
05-05-07, 01:36
Latina passion-

Hotels in guayaquil are not cheaper than quito. If you have experience on the coast it would be nice to have some information in the "other areas" section.
What cost you $120 airfare ? I think the closest beach to quito would be esmeraldas which I think is 3 hrs away.

Please correct me if Im wrong.


I agree the trolley is very busy and you will stand up for most of your ride but its a short ride to wherever. At least you only pay 25 cents for the suffering. I pay $2 a pop in NYC to sit next to hygiene catastrophes on the subway. I think the fare will rise again pretty soon.

* Never have anything accessible. Im sorry you lost your camera its very difficult to travel in the thirld world but it can be very rewarding as well.

30-40 minutes by plane from Quito to Guayaquil, Salinas, etc would be my guess is what he meant. Price sounds about right. VIP flies to both of those locations and they're now flying to Colombia also. Their office is located at the Quito airport. I enjoy flyiing with them, its a comfortable flight. Last I heard they have flights that go on Monday Wednesday and Friday to and from the coast.

Latina Passion
05-05-07, 12:17
Latina passion-

Hotels in guayaquil are not cheaper than quito. If you have experience on the coast it would be nice to have some information in the "other areas" section.
What cost you $120 airfare ? I think the closest beach to quito would be esmeraldas which I think is 3 hrs away.

Please correct me if Im wrong.


I agree the trolley is very busy and you will stand up for most of your ride but its a short ride to wherever. At least you only pay 25 cents for the suffering. I pay $2 a pop in NYC to sit next to hygiene catastrophes on the subway. I think the fare will rise again pretty soon.

* Never have anything accessible. Im sorry you lost your camera its very difficult to travel in the third world but it can be very rewarding as well.

I flew to Manta and Esmeraldas for $120 or a little less both times! As far as monger reports go not much to post, I am semi retired but I guess I owe at least a travel report! From Manta I drove to a small beach town called Crucita. Cabins where $12 bucks per person add a T.V. and it was $30 per night! The max I paid for food was $2.50 and a large beer was a buck, and a coke or bottle of water was 25 cents! Give me a few days and I will post a full report!

Subaculture
06-28-07, 16:23
Jun. 22 - An Ecuadorean airline has come up with a risqué way of attracting customers - they have put models in lingerie in the aisles.

Ícaro airlines is putting underwear fashion parades on several national flights for a two-week special.

All passengers on Ecuador's most well-travelled route from the capital Quito to the port city of Guayaquil will be treated to a 10-minute sky-high show.


http://www.reuters.com/news/video/videoStory?videoId=57842

Latina Passion
08-15-07, 20:51
Like Body Tech in Colombia?

Jaimito Cartero
08-17-07, 04:16
I'm head to Quito in a couple of weeks, and am checking up on this thread to make sure I've got everything I need.

One thing that's caught my attention is the Brazil vaccination for yellow fever. I have a trip to Sao Paolo 2 1/2 months after this trip. Are they really going to deny me entry if I don't have it?

Davidb3069
08-22-07, 22:00
I'm head to Quito in a couple of weeks, and am checking up on this thread to make sure I've got everything I need.

One thing that's caught my attention is the Brazil vaccination for yellow fever. I have a trip to Sao Paolo 2 1/2 months after this trip. Are they really going to deny me entry if I don't have it?

If they will, you wouldn't have time anyways. First two shots are 30 days apart if I recall correctly. The third is taken at the end of 6 months (from the first shot).

David B.

El Greco
08-22-07, 22:47
I'm head to Quito in a couple of weeks, and am checking up on this thread to make sure I've got everything I need.

One thing that's caught my attention is the Brazil vaccination for yellow fever. I have a trip to Sao Paolo 2 1/2 months after this trip. Are they really going to deny me entry if I don't have it?

"Coming to Brasil from Venezuela last year and from Colombia a few days ago I was asked to show my yellow fever vaccination.
I show other passengers detained for not having it and I am pretty sure Avianca got a fine too."

That was my post of 02/04/06 on the Rio forum.

According to the Varig personell a vaccination requirement commenced on 01/01/05.
I was going to fly from Rio to Caracas and back. So they told me that I should have a vaccination otherwise I could not return to Brasil without one and they suggested to have it right there at the airport of Rio which I did and got my vaccination card issued and stamped right away.
Just one shot.

El Greco

Jaimito Cartero
08-22-07, 23:20
"Coming to Brasil from Venezuela last year and from Colombia a few days ago I was asked to show my yellow fever vaccination.
I show other passengers detained for not having it and I am pretty sure Avianca got a fine too."


I'll be coming from the US on this trip, and not from South America. I went to Brazil in 2005, and don't recall having any checks on immunizations when I came at that time.

El Greco
08-24-07, 02:20
I'll be coming from the US on this trip, and not from South America. I went to Brazil in 2005, and don't recall having any checks on immunizations when I came at that time.

The whole vaccination issue was coming to Brazil from those Latin America countries not the USA.
Don't know about the necessary time interval but there must be one for sure.

El Greco

Nixonbd
09-06-07, 14:30
I just returned from Quito yesterday and wanted to share my experience with AMS. I had read up on the changes the higher alltitide can have on the body; headaches, shortness of breath, etc. I had opted to follow the recommendations of drinking a lot of water and taking aspirin. Upon my arrival in Quito I could definitely feel the effects of being winded just after getting off the plane. The next day I decided to descend a steep incline behind the Hotel Quito and upon going back up the stairs had to take rest breaks.

Now I'm no wuss, though I am 50 y.o., but walk the treadmill a couple times a week. I consider myself to be in fair shape. I had gotten accustomed to the change and walked several miles a day from the hotel to various parts of the city. I did have one trip to a much higher elevation, to 13K feet from the tram ride up to the mountian for a good view of the city below. Besides the temperature change, I was was obviously winded as well, but not to an unbearable point.

Now to my point. Upon my arrival back to Tampa, I experienced tightness in the chest and difficulty breathing. So much so that I thought I was going to pass out. I actually debated calling 911 (it was 2:30 a.m.). I did drive myself to the hospital where they ran an assortment of tests (chest x-ray, CT scan, EKG), only to provide me with an inhaler upon my release several hours later. The doctor had no clue as all the tests were negative. He figured it was just my body reacting to the climate/altitude change. I'm better now, but still have some chest tightness and wheezing breathing. That's gonna be one expensive inhaler!!

I was just wondering if anyone else had encountered anything similar upon their return?

Jaimito Cartero
09-07-07, 18:22
If they will, you wouldn't have time anyways. First two shots are 30 days apart if I recall correctly. The third is taken at the end of 6 months (from the first shot).



I got a shot yesterday, and as far as I can tell there is one, and only one shot. I think you have to take it 10-14 days before travel, at a minimum.

Lorenzo
09-08-07, 03:13
I got a shot yesterday, and as far as I can tell there is one, and only one shot. I think you have to take it 10-14 days before travel, at a minimum.
Jaimito is correct. There is only one shot for yellow fever. The protocol that Davidb3069 refers to is for Hepatitis B vaccine: 3 shots, first one, then the second after 30 days, then the 3rd after 6 months.

L

Davidb3069
09-09-07, 16:38
Jaimito is correct. There is only one shot for yellow fever. The protocol that Davidb3069 refers to is for Hepatitis B vaccine: 3 shots, first one, then the second after 30 days, then the 3rd after 6 months.

L

You are correct. Yellow fever is only one shot. Hep B is what I was talking about. I commented on the wrong innoculation. I took them at the same time as they are both generally suggested for these countries.

David B.

Davidb3069
09-09-07, 16:40
I just returned from Quito yesterday and wanted to share my experience with AMS. I had read up on the changes the higher alltitide can have on the body; headaches, shortness of breath, etc. I had opted to follow the recommendations of drinking a lot of water and taking aspirin. Upon my arrival in Quito I could definitely feel the effects of being winded just after getting off the plane. The next day I decided to descend a steep incline behind the Hotel Quito and upon going back up the stairs had to take rest breaks.

I was just wondering if anyone else had encountered anything similar upon their return?

I have been much more winded this time. I did not have a problem the last trip. I did put on a little weight between trips which I am sure is making a difference.

Upon return I did not have any problems related to altitude. I did bring a nasty cold back with me though that took a month to get over (cough).

David B.

Diver Down 1970
09-10-07, 05:32
Travelling to GYE for a one night stay and looking for place(s) to go. I see Calle 18, and Club Habana any others? I prefer take out and all nighters with one or two girls. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Joe Shmoe
10-04-07, 21:06
I'm a newbie and I'm headed down to quito in a couple of months, . Just wondering what all the abbreviations mean I. E. Gfe, BBBJ, etc.

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Member #4167
10-06-07, 17:48
Jaimito is correct. There is only one shot for yellow fever. The protocol that Davidb3069 refers to is for Hepatitis B vaccine: 3 shots, first one, then the second after 30 days, then the 3rd after 6 months.

LYou should definetly get it.

Hep A - 2 shots, Hep B - 3 shots.

Hep A - this doc tell what to do if you are travelling soon:
http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/diseases/hepatitis/a/faqa.htm

General Info about A & B:
http://www.immunize.org/catg.d/p4075abc.pdf

Member #4167
10-06-07, 17:51
Better Website - Go Here:

http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinationEcuador.aspx

I would get Hep A and Hep B vaccinations for sure.

Acuerpado
10-23-07, 17:28
This is a question for those of you residing in Ecuador.

Rafael Correa and his fellow party members appear emboldened by the latest election results, and it seems likely they will totally rewrite the Constitution. Do you think chica clubs will become a target?

If you're looking for the best bang for your buck, I'm convinced Ecuador is the best country for mongering in the Americas. However, I'm worried that places like la Calle 18 in Guayaquil and Barrio Los Tanques in Cuenca may soon be eliminated.

Any thoughts?

Globe Trotter
10-23-07, 23:54
I've been living here for 4 years and I doubt he will bother with the casas since he has been know to frequent quite a few of the ladies sneeking them into the Hilton Colon in Quito at 6:00am.

He is too busy making promises to the poor in order to win votes, since they can't afford to go to even the $7 chongos it isn't that important for him.

If he eliminates any of them it's because they didn't pay the propina to the local cops.

Davidb3069
11-03-07, 05:33
This is a question for those of you residing in Ecuador.

Rafael Correa and his fellow party members appear emboldened by the latest election results, and it seems likely they will totally rewrite the Constitution. Do you think chica clubs will become a target?

If you're looking for the best bang for your buck, I'm convinced Ecuador is the best country for mongering in the Americas. However, I'm worried that places like la Calle 18 in Guayaquil and Barrio Los Tanques in Cuenca may soon be eliminated.

Any thoughts?

I would seriously doubt that casas would ever be targeted. The economic fallout from a move like that would be bad. They, like many other countries,
know sex tourists (as well as the locals) spend a large amount of $$ in those locations. Impacted are restaurants, bars, taxes at the airport, etc.

What they would likely target (if anything) would be the street hookers. You can see signs around town (especially in gringolandia) asking people not to do business with the hookers in the streets. Out of sight, out of mind would be my thought. I have personally witnessed them on more than one trip rounding up the hookers and putting them in the back of trucks to haul to the station.

People have been asking this question for many years in other places such as Costa Rica. The same answers were given there. HOOKERS are big business and pay the bills for a lot of families.

David

Johan007
11-30-07, 12:06
Guys,

I been hearing that getting a permanent visa for forreigners can be a real pain in the A.ss.

Is this true?? Anyone experiences?

TIA

Johan

Louie OK
12-02-07, 11:21
Guys,

I been hearing that getting a permanent visa for forreigners can be a real pain in the A.ss.

Is this true?? Anyone experiences?

TIA

JohanMight try a school visa, open a business, or shack up with a local chick (really).

Globe Trotter
12-02-07, 16:39
When I got my permanent Visa #9-II in 2003 you needed to open a revolving CD in the Central Bank for $1, 400. But since they elected the leftist son of a ***** Corea they raise the amount required to $35, 000. They are out of their friggin mind if they think anyone will deposit that amount of money in a country that has been going downhill.

I just left the country and have no intentions of returning after being there for 4 years. The economy is in shambles, there is no foreign investment coming in, no one has money to spend except for the rich, corruption is higher than ever despite reports to the contrary and especially if you are a foreigner (your costs are 3 times more than an Ecuadoran would pay) and banks are only in it to make money charging outrageous interest rates which if they were in place in any other country would be considered illegal. The word MAFIA comes to mind

I would seriously think twice about considering living there permanently at this time. Ecuador is becoming another Venezuela and Bolivia, all you need to do is follow what happens in Venezuela to see the same thing is starting in Ecuador. What a pitty because it is a beautiful country and I loved the way of life, but no more! If I wanted to live in a socialist country I would have moved to Cuba instead.

Johan007
12-06-07, 03:17
Might try a school visa, open a business, or shack up with a local chick (really)."shack up". As in get marry you mean? Errrr HELL NO! Invest 35. 000 usd in this country? Fuck NO. ! Surely I would loose it all. Knowing these corrupt burocratic assholes.

Anyways reading the info given by Globe Trotter and reading up by myself lately I surely ahve NO more intrest in moving to ecuador. These lefties assholes are ruining it. :.(

Sounds like Chavez is getting his hands on ecuador as well. As on Bolivia.

Well lukely he got booted out with his vote off last week.

Thanks for the infos guys.

OK back to Panama.

Johan

One Note Tony
02-19-08, 16:04
Guys,

I been hearing that getting a permanent visa for foreigners can be a real pain in the A.ss.

Is this true?? Anyone experiences?

TIA

JohanYes. You are correct, its not worth the hassle. Also the problem having a tourist card in Ecuador is that its valad for 90 days in which you can extend it for 3 more months. The problem comes after the 6 months stay (3 months + 3 months extension). You have to leave the country until the next year.

Its not like Peru where you can keep repeating the process continuously. Also (unlike Peru) the customs people are not super friendly.

DoomBringer321
02-22-08, 04:35
There is some kind of imitation site going on, I know alot of people have been asking about www.firstclass.com.ec but there seems to be another imitation site www.escortsfirstclass.com but it has better women and seems to be more "complete" site anyway this is for all of you that like to roll in "benzes" with Rollexes and all that, I on the other hand will stick to the "chongos" for $7.
Just my $0.02 in

Peace out.

Saeta119
02-25-08, 20:22
"shack up". As in get marry you mean? Errrr HELL NO! Invest 35. 000 usd in this country? Fuck NO. ! Surely I would loose it all. Knowing these corrupt burocratic assholes.

Anyways reading the info given by Globe Trotter and reading up by myself lately I surely ahve NO more intrest in moving to ecuador. These lefties assholes are ruining it. :.(

Sounds like Chavez is getting his hands on ecuador as well. As on Bolivia.

Well lukely he got booted out with his vote off last week.

Thanks for the infos guys.

OK back to Panama.

JohanHere's what I did after I ran out of the 180 days. I ended up going to Lima, visited the ecuadorian embassy and applied for the Visa type 12-10 (called the tourism/business visa).

I just had to show proof of economic support (like a bank statement) paid 60 bucks for the processing fee. Now I have another 180 days of stay.

Ryjerrob
02-28-08, 04:01
Ok........................help me make a choice. I' on the bubble of taking a trip there for 3 days before heading back to Rio. Is it really worth it? I can't get the smell of those centro casas out of my system. I need to get back and do some real damage. What do you fellas reckon?

ryjer

Dirty Willy
02-28-08, 18:58
I think Tung has retired from writing on this site........


Ok........................help me make a choice. I' on the bubble of taking a trip there for 3 days before heading back to Rio. Is it really worth it? I can't get the smell of those centro casas out of my system. I need to get back and do some real damage. What do you fellas reckon?

ryjer

Ezinho
02-28-08, 23:33
Ok........................help me make a choice. I' on the bubble of taking a trip there for 3 days before heading back to Rio. Is it really worth it? I can't get the smell of those centro casas out of my system. I need to get back and do some real damage. What do you fellas reckon?

ryjer
For just three days, I don't think it's really worth it. Keep in mind that the altitude in Quito is over 9,200 feet, almost twice as high as Denver, Colorado. So it may take you a couple of days just to get accustomed to the altitude. I guess it depends how you react to it, have you been to other high altitude cities like La Paz or Bogota, for example? By the time you get comfortable with the lack of oxygen, it may be time for you to leave.

Also, the casas are spread out all over the city, so expect to either spend a lot of time on the bus, or spend a lot of money on cabs to go all over the city.

If you can stay for at least a week, it might be a good idea. But just three days? Just stay put in Rio and spend some quality time at Vila Mimosa.

Davidb3069
03-07-08, 15:23
Here's what I did after I ran out of the 180 days. I ended up going to Lima, visited the ecuadorian embassy and applied for the Visa type 12-10 (called the tourism/business visa).

I just had to show proof of economic support (like a bank statement) paid 60 bucks for the processing fee. Now I have another 180 days of stay.

Did they give you at least something temporary on the spot? Or did you have to wait to come back in until they issued a visa? Is $5,000-$10,000 in cash enough to show economic support?

Visas here are a pain in the a@S. I was going to try for the equiv. of the residency here but they wanted the $35,000. Next best is the business visa from what I've gathered.

Opening a business here according to the us state department is very risky. They can convert what would normally be a civil matter in some type of business dispute into a criminal case and arrest you.

Sounds about as risky as driving a car here. An accident leading to injury or death is another automatic arrest according to the state department. Sounds like Mexico.

David

Davidb3069
03-07-08, 15:24
For just three days, I don't think it's really worth it. Keep in mind that the altitude in Quito is over 9,200 feet, almost twice as high as Denver, Colorado. So it may take you a couple of days just to get accustomed to the altitude. I guess it depends how you react to it, have you been to other high altitude cities like La Paz or Bogota, for example? By the time you get comfortable with the lack of oxygen, it may be time for you to leave.

Also, the casas are spread out all over the city, so expect to either spend a lot of time on the bus, or spend a lot of money on cabs to go all over the city.

If you can stay for at least a week, it might be a good idea. But just three days? Just stay put in Rio and spend some quality time at Vila Mimosa.

I agree. 3 days doesn't do this place justice. That's assuming you aren't sick from the altitude.

Saeta119
03-08-08, 20:21
Did they give you at least something temporary on the spot? Or did you have to wait to come back in until they issued a visa? Is $5,000-$10,000 in cash enough to show economic support?

Visas here are a pain in the a@S. I was going to try for the equiv. of the residency here but they wanted the $35,000. Next best is the business visa from what I've gathered.

Opening a business here according to the us state department is very risky. They can convert what would normally be a civil matter in some type of business dispute into a criminal case and arrest you.

Sounds about as risky as driving a car here. An accident leading to injury or death is another automatic arrest according to the state department. Sounds like Mexico.

DavidI had to go back the next day in order to get the visa. Then I was told that within 30 days of entering the country I need to show up at the ministerio del exterior, something about having to sign up some papers and other stuff, I don't know much about it since I'll be going to quito next week to do this. ugh a pain in the butt.

yeah the accident thing, if you have some money you can get away with murder literally here, a lot of people if they get into a car accident, they just run away and usually the cops don't do much about following up leads.

Davidb3069
03-09-08, 21:33
I had to go back the next day in order to get the visa. Then I was told that within 30 days of entering the country I need to show up at the ministerio del exterior, something about having to sign up some papers and other stuff, I don't know much about it since I'll be going to quito next week to do this. ugh a pain in the butt.

How long ago was that when you got your visa? Trying to figure out if it's still applicable.

Johan007
03-16-08, 13:57
Also on other sites I got to know that getting a perm visa in Ec. Is a pain in the Ass if you are a foreigner.

In many SA countries when you marry a woman there or make her legaly a child (you have to recognize the kid at a notary office) you can get some sort of perm visa.

In Brasil, Colombia, Peru, the DR and also in Paraguay this works. So I don't know for Ecuador.

Suerte

Johan

Saeta119
03-17-08, 14:41
How long ago was that when you got your visa? Trying to figure out if it's still applicable.I got it on february 20th, 2008 (couple of weeks ago :) ) I was just in quito this past friday having to register at the ministerio del exterior, ahhh ecuadorian goverment offices are a trip, took me a half day to get that done (plus $10) ugh.

Saeta119
03-17-08, 14:44
Also on other sites I got to know that getting a perm visa in Ec. Is a pain in the Ass if you are a foreigner.

In many SA countries when you marry a woman there or make her legaly a child (you have to recognize the kid at a notary office) you can get some sort of perm visa.

In Brasil, Colombia, Peru, the DR and also in Paraguay this works. So I don't know for Ecuador.

Suerte

JohanYeah, but honestly my suggestion is that you go to the immigration offices and ask about:

Visa 12-X - tourism/business for countries that have signed pacts with Ecuador (costs $60).

Visa 12-IX - toursim/business for countries that haven't signed pacts with Ecuador (costs 230).

Davidb3069
03-25-08, 00:02
Since we're on the topic of Visas, anyone have a name of a english speaking lawyer that deals with visas here? Law is extremely complex to discuss in Spanish - it's so verbose. I've done it up until now but I always feel like I'm missing a big part of the conversation.

DoomBringer321
03-25-08, 04:59
I have an american friend of mine that is getting a citizenship this week he went to the Law offices of Flaconi & Puig located in Quito if anybody needs any info on this issue PM me.

Hummer Bird
04-13-08, 20:32
After looking at the cost comparisons of flights to SA vs Asia, the cost of living/ hotels, and the overpriced chicas, I as WHY GO. I can find SW girls just as nice here in t;he states for 75-100 ST.
While is it a bit risky, I still find it way better than going down to SA and spending thousands for shit I could get here. Shit with the inflation and everything else it better be a hell of a good deal for me to get out of USA for mongering purposes.
IMHO Col Bogs 70.00 chica seems like a complete rip-off.
Cheers
Hummer

Davidb3069
04-14-08, 03:50
After looking at the cost comparisons of flights to SA vs Asia, the cost of living/ hotels, and the overpriced chicas, I as WHY GO. I can find SW girls just as nice here in t;he states for 75-100 ST.
While is it a bit risky, I still find it way better than going down to SA and spending thousands for shit I could get here. Shit with the inflation and everything else it better be a hell of a good deal for me to get out of USA for mongering purposes.
IMHO Col Bogs 70.00 chica seems like a complete rip-off.
Cheers
Hummer

Many guys travel down here because we CAN'T STAND american chicks. We like the latinas and the lifestyle. At least for me, the cost is really the last consideration. More important (at least to me) is what the city/country offers me. The american chicks here are safe with me: I could care less about them. I know a lot of guys feel the same way.

David

DoomBringer321
04-14-08, 05:38
After looking at the cost comparisons of flights to SA vs Asia, the cost of living/ hotels, and the overpriced chicas, I as WHY GO. I can find SW girls just as nice here in t;he states for 75-100 ST.
While is it a bit risky, I still find it way better than going down to SA and spending thousands for shit I could get here. Shit with the inflation and everything else it better be a hell of a good deal for me to get out of USA for mongering purposes.
IMHO Col Bogs 70.00 chica seems like a complete rip-off.
Cheers
Hummer


WTF is this Guy talking about the only expensives places to monger in SA are basicly Argentina and Brazil because Peru, Bolivia Even Colombia you can find from 6-15$ *****houses a round trip flight from Miami to Ecuador costs about 300-500 add the price of a $8-10 hostal a day $2 meals 3 times a day about $10 to get around in taxis. For about 1k you can fuck about 10 to 20 women on a weekend trip of course you are going to have to familiarize yourself on how the locals travel and all that if you for to the typical shearaton's and howard johnson you are going to get fucked up and pay thousands of dollars I like to see anybody find a deal like that picking up crack *****s down the block.

Best regards
Doombringer321.

Davidb3069
04-14-08, 16:57
WTF is this Guy talking about the only expensives places to monger in SA are basicly Argentina and Brazil because Peru, Bolivia Even Colombia you can find from 6-15$ *****houses a round trip flight from Miami to Ecuador costs about 300-500 add the price of a $8-10 hostal a day $2 meals 3 times a day about $10 to get around in taxis. For about 1k you can fuck about 10 to 20 women on a weekend trip of course you are going to have to familiarize yourself on how the locals travel and all that if you for to the typical shearaton's and howard johnson you are going to get fucked up and pay thousands of dollars I like to see anybody find a deal like that picking up crack *****s down the block.

Best regards
Doombringer321.

I agree. I was being nice with my response. Once you get settled in here, it's really not expensive. It's cheaper than the US. Where can you rent a $300 3-bedroom, 2 bath in the US?

And the quality of the girls is 1000% better than the hos in the US. Hell, I can drop $200-500 in a strip club in the US and not even get laid. Here you could get laid 25-50 times for that.

Maybe he's part of the christian uprising here :)

David

Saeta119
04-16-08, 22:03
I agree. I was being nice with my response. Once you get settled in here, it's really not expensive. It's cheaper than the US. Where can you rent a $300 3-bedroom, 2 bath in the US?

And the quality of the girls is 1000% better than the hos in the US. Hell, I can drop $200-500 in a strip club in the US and not even get laid. Here you could get laid 25-50 times for that.

Maybe he's part of the christian uprising here :)

DavidIf read some of the posts on the colombian threads, you'll notice that some people speak of paying $75 and higher for a session, and yes for that price it's not worth a trip.

Mabye and I'm just speculating, he's posting the same thing on all S.A. threads? dunno, but yeah it's obvious he hasn't done his research about the $6 - $10 chongos

Marc Europe
05-03-08, 06:19
Many guys travel down here because we CAN'T STAND american chicks.

DavidThis reasoning applies to me. But not for american girls, but for Belgium girls. (I am from Belgium). I think that latinas chiks are more passionate.

Marc Europe
05-03-08, 06:24
I agree. I was being nice with my response. Once you get settled in here, it's really not expensive. It's cheaper than the US. Where can you rent a $300 3-bedroom, 2 bath in the US?

And the quality of the girls is 1000% better than the hos in the US. Hell, I can drop $200-500 in a strip club in the US and not even get laid. Here you could get laid 25-50 times for that.

Maybe he's part of the christian uprising here :)

DavidAnd that's why I like Ecuador.

Marc :)

Tungurahua
06-13-08, 20:51
I never caught this when in Quito. But it certainly is relevant to the ongoing political developments of Ecuador.

http://www.janes.com/news/security/countryrisk/iwr/iwr080411_1_n.shtml

11 April 2008

Event: Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa replaced his minister of defence and national police commander on 9 April as accusations of institutional collusion with foreign intelligence agencies plunged the armed forces and police into crisis. The joint chief of staff and the commanders of the army, navy and air force have also resigned.

Correa publicly accused on 6 April the security forces of being "taken over by the CIA", saying Ecuadorian military intelligence officers had passed information to the United States CIA that was subsequently shared with the Colombian government and used to target a raid against the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia: FARC) inside Ecuadorian territory on 1 March.

Correa is clearly using the crisis as a pretext for purging the armed forces and police and installing senior officers sympathetic to his political cause. It is also clear Quito is seeking to divert attention from a succession of embarrassing revelations in recent weeks of high-level Ecuadorian collusion with FARC.

Forecast: With Correa loyalists installed, the purge is now likely to extend further into the senior and middle ranks of the armed forces and police, with alleged links to foreign intelligence agencies used as a pretext for extending Correa's political control.

and

http://www.viewswire.com/index.asp?layout=RKArticleVW3&article_id=1403241925&country_id=1790000179&refm=rkCtry&page_title=Latest%20alerts&rf=0

Summary: The recent removal of the most senior military and police commanders was a high-risk move by Ecuador’s president, Rafael Correa. If it succeeds, it could turn an international humiliation into a domestic political triumph, and help him to further consolidate his grip on power ahead of a constitutional referendum.

and

http://www.worldproutassembly.org/archives/2008/04/ecuadors_leader.html

For now, at least, the last word on the issue may rest with Mr. Ponce, the rumpled poet thrust into the public eye as Mr. Correa’s new defense minister.

In an interview in Quito, Mr. Ponce, 59, mentioned the moderately leftist governments of Brazil and Chile as potential partners for increased military cooperation, subtly suggesting a reluctance to depend heavily on Venezuelan aid, as countries like Bolivia have done. But he was also clear about relying far less on the United States.

“We must get past our legacy of relying too much on military relations with the United States, with President Bush showing little regard for national borders or sovereignty,” Mr. Ponce said. “The risk of remaining too close to such a partner is one of ideological contagion.”

Spanish Main
06-17-08, 05:48
I am thinking of wintering in Ecuador, say October to March. I live in Spain, but even here, the winters are too cold for me.

I would like to stay in a beach town, safe and friendly, where I can hire a girl or two to look after me, full time...in very way! I would prefer a couple of live-in chicas to visiting casas all the time. Hopefuly, that would be more fun, more regular, safer from a STD point-of-view for BBFS etc, and cheaper.

Any suggestions from you local experts? Is safety a problem though, for a blonde Spanish-speaking Englishman?

I am not into great nightlife; just a quiet life with good food, good wine, sunshine and lots of sex.

What should I pay for a modest house in a safe area and two girls each month. I am not rich - I would only have about 1000 euros amonth to spend.

Possible or a silly fantasy?

My perfect scenario would be to live on the edge of town somewhere; to have a scooter to get around (I like walking though, and the occasional taxi would be a fine alternative); to have two girls living me me for always-available fun. A fairly simple existance based on food, wine, sun and sex!

I don´t want a different girl every day, I was more thinking of paying them to live with me. A bit like a downmarket version of Hugh Hefner!

I am not a bar person, almost reclusive, in a way. To be hidden away in my private hedonistic pleasure palace.

Maybe rent a small cortijo with someone else and a few girls to have fun with.

Interested anyone?

DoomBringer321
06-17-08, 05:49
I found new areas in the webwhere we mongers may "research" potential P4P action.

www.quebarato.com.ec/relacionamientos.htm

http://www.mundoanuncio.com/zona/ecuador_25/categoria/eroticos_profesionales_18.html

http://www.adoos.ec/search?busqueda=0&province_id=x&subarea_id=&section_id=8&queryt=&query=&min_price=&max_price=&bedrooms=&category_id=823&district_id=&municipality_id=x&min_age=&max_age=&make_id=&model_id_value=&subcategory_id=&busqueda=1&subcategory_id=82311

These cites offer variety of services to different areas of the country

Hope you all enjoy

Best regards
Doombringer321.

Davidb3069
09-02-08, 22:07
People planning on traveling to Ecuador for more than 90 days need to do their homework before arriving. As of July 15, 2008, anyone that enters the country after June 20, 2008 cannot obtain a renewel 90 day Visa within the borders of Ecuador. You must leave the country first and obtain one outside. A story was in the El Comercio about it but I've been unable to find it. I have verified the details from other sources, however. Anyone from any country can now enter Ecuador without a Visa for up to 90 days. There have been changes to student, exchange, and other visas as well (I believe you have to obtain those before you arrive now).

David

Vaughnyb1
09-23-08, 19:25
For anyone going to Ecuador, there is a new law for tourist visas extensions as well!

We can no longer get a 90 day extension after our initial 90 days in Ecuador. Only Peruvians and colombians.

The only way anyone else can stay more than 90 days is get a 12-x visa. To get a 12-x visa within ecuador you will need an ecuadorian as your garantia and a copy of your bank account and a plane reservation.

I hear that if you go to Peru first you do not need the garantia (ecuadorian) but I don't know for sure. But I am sure of the part when you are within ecuador.

Vaughnyb

Davidb3069
09-24-08, 14:08
For anyone going to Ecuador, there is a new law for tourist visas extensions as well!

We can no longer get a 90 day extension after our initial 90 days in Ecuador. Only Peruvians and colombians.

The only way anyone else can stay more than 90 days is get a 12-x visa. To get a 12-x visa within ecuador you will need an ecuadorian as your garantia and a copy of your bank account and a plane reservation.

I hear that if you go to Peru first you do not need the garantia (ecuadorian) but I don't know for sure. But I am sure of the part when you are within ecuador.

Vaughnyb

The 12-x (transient visa) is not being given out anymore according to a person I know that works in the visa migration office. Have you personally received this one in the last month? I managed to obtain a new temporary visa in the last 2 weeks... but I am married to an Ecuadorian and have a child with her. I am also processing my residency right now. They didn't issue me a 12-X, however, they issued me a 12-IX this time. He couldn't give me a 12-X because of the changes. The 12-IX is a tourist, business, and other special circumstances visa good for up to 180 days. The paperwork required for the 12-IX is a bit more involved than the 12-X.

You're probably referring to the Guarantia Economica in terms of a guarantee. They used to accept a copy of a few credit cards in lieu of the Guarantia Economia but since they don't issue the 12-X anymore, you have to have all the proper documents now (I just went through this).

If they issued you a 12-X, I would be highly surprised.

David

Ezinho
09-24-08, 16:16
David or Vaughny,

Do you guys know what the reason was for this new law? It's not like there is a big rush of people that want to move to Ecuador. Why wouldn't they want people to come and stay in their country for an extended period of time and spend much needed money. Doesn't really make sense to me, but maybe there is a reason?

What I am wondering is, is it really worth it to go through the hassle of obtaining a guarantia and filling out all the forms or making a "visa run" to Peru, or would it just be easier (and maybe even cheaper) to just overstay your 90 day visa and then pay a fine when you leave? Does anyone know how much the fine is if you overstay?

Maybe I will find out next year if I go back to Ecuador!

Saeta119
09-24-08, 22:30
David or Vaughny,

Do you guys know what the reason was for this new law? It's not like there is a big rush of people that want to move to Ecuador. Why wouldn't they want people to come and stay in their country for an extended period of time and spend much needed money. Doesn't really make sense to me, but maybe there is a reason?

What I am wondering is, is it really worth it to go through the hassle of obtaining a guarantia and filling out all the forms or making a "visa run" to Peru, or would it just be easier (and maybe even cheaper) to just overstay your 90 day visa and then pay a fine when you leave? Does anyone know how much the fine is if you overstay?

Maybe I will find out next year if I go back to Ecuador!The reason has to do with the new law where no visa is required to enter the country, you may have heard about it.

So what happens now is that you come in to the country without a need for a visa, not like almost 90% of people didn't do that to begin with.

But the problem that the country had now was that a LOT of people from other countries were coming and they were not tourists, I don't want to single out but I'm talking mainly about chinese, there were a couple of reports that last year there were like maybe 20,000 chinese people coming in, and now in 3 months the number is almost at 60,000.

I can tell you that this is true as 3 weeks ago I came back from Amsterdam and about 80% of the people in the plane were chinese.

The reason here I was told is that they are trying to find different ways to make it to the good USA, so from the report I saw they come to ecuador, travel by bus to venezuela and then somehow they make it to guatemala and then off to mexico.

Recently there was a news article that about 90 chinese people were deported from colombia to ecuador.

When laws are made here, people don't really put too much effort on them, so they figured ok we let anyone in for 90 days but after that you pretty much have to leave the country.

it's a good thing I found out about this issue as I will need to figure out a way to deal with this mess.

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Davidb3069
09-25-08, 18:46
David or Vaughny,

Do you guys know what the reason was for this new law? It's not like there is a big rush of people that want to move to Ecuador. Why wouldn't they want people to come and stay in their country for an extended period of time and spend much needed money. Doesn't really make sense to me, but maybe there is a reason?

What I am wondering is, is it really worth it to go through the hassle of obtaining a guarantia and filling out all the forms or making a "visa run" to Peru, or would it just be easier (and maybe even cheaper) to just overstay your 90 day visa and then pay a fine when you leave? Does anyone know how much the fine is if you overstay?

Maybe I will find out next year if I go back to Ecuador!

In general, I believe countries adopt these types of rules to minimize the number of people that become "public charges" - ie: they run out of money and live on the streets and cost the country money in services.

Overstaying your visa can result in:

a $200 fine
deportation from the country
being barred from re-entry for up to 10 years.
being denied other visas

David

Davidb3069
11-25-08, 21:09
Here's an interesting story about Ecuador's move to bio-metric scanning of fingerprints starting in January for all foreigners in order to keep the riff-raff out:

http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-11/25/content_10409905.htm

Tungurahua
01-23-09, 05:11
http://www.rgemonitor.com/latam-monitor/255019/the_curious_case_of_ecuadors_default__and_why_it_matters

Thomas Trebat | Jan 12, 2009

One of the questions concerning Latin America in 2009 is whether or not the region will be plunged into yet another dismal round of debt defaults as commodity prices stay low and foreign capital inflows remain frozen solid.

For the skeptics, Ecuador is Exhibit A. In the context of a region that gave birth to the term “serial defaulter”, Ecuador’s mid-December decision to default on its bonded debt is an alarming development.

Unless you happen to own the bonds (and at this point only the most risk-addled investors probably do), ignoring the debt dustup in Ecuador is easy. Hasn’t President Rafael Correa, that scourge of the neo-liberals, been itching to do just this for years? Besides, the amount of bonded debt involved - $3.6 billion, at most, including bonds that Ecuador has probably repurchased – is not a systemic threat. For the casual observer, the action by Ecuador has a sort of hard-to-fathom, out of the blue character. After all, Ecuador was sitting on international reserves of $6 billion at the time it declared default, facing annual interest payments on the debt of less than $400 million. In these circumstances, what really could be gained compared to the costs of default?

Tempting as it is to forget about Ecuador, what happens next there matters a lot for Latin America and for the world. Why? First, dollarized Ecuador really has managed to get its political and economic act more or less together in recent years, say what you will about President Correa. Second, the financial pressures that comprise the default backdrop in Ecuador are similar throughout Latin America. Every Latin American country faces tough choices about how to react to terms of trade losses and the sudden stop in capital flows. Ecuador just happens to be one of the more vulnerable of the Latin economies and it may have in this case made a wrong choice.

We should not look upon the drama in Ecuador as morality play. Yes, the government has argued that the debt is “illegal” and “illegitimate” on the basis of a government study which, it seems safe to say, would be unlikely to fare well in impartial international arbitration. (President Correa, who is running for re-election in April, has warned the people of Ecuador to be prepared for painful retaliation from the international “monsters”, e.g., creditors.) Putting moral considerations aside, this is about how the global credit crunch is harming the commodity-addicted and foreign capital-dependent economies of Latin America.

The bigger economic picture in Ecuador is clear – and very alarming.

First, Ecuador’s exports, mainly crude oil, but other natural resources as well, are collapsing. Magdalena Barreiro of LatinSource Ecuador estimates that if current prices of $30/barrel for Ecuadoran crude oil (see graph below) prevail throughout 2009, the government stands to lose close to $3.4 billion in revenues compared to earlier budget projections based on higher crude prices..

Second, the vaunted international reserve coverage of Ecuador suddenly looks shaky and thin. Since reaching a high point in mid-December of more than $6 billion, reserves plunged to $4.4 billion in just two weeks in December. (See graph below.) The drop could be attributable to the government’s clumsy bond buyback effort, but certainly also it results from balance of payments setbacks. Further declines from this point on in international reserves could risk setting off a run on some $12 billion in deposits in Ecuador’s banking sector as nervous depositors correctly perceive in the reserve erosion a proximate threat to dollarization.

Third, the external financing situation of the government in 2009 is challenging, to say the least. Based on the most recent trends in fiscal spending, the government is looking at a financing need of more than $2 billion this year. (This is assuming that a raft of new spending programs mandated in the new constitution are not funded in 2009, but who knows?) While some of the financing needs could be met internally, Ecuador is going to have to raise significant funding abroad – perhaps as much as $2 billion. And where will this funding come from in the wake of the bond default? Maybe the IADB can provide some help, though that seems unlikely. The word out of Quito is that Iran, Venezuela, and even Argentina could be approached. In other words, Ecuador looks to be heading toward big fiscal trouble without a lot of good financing options.

Summing up, Ecuador presents many elements which in another context led to the collapse of convertibility in Argentina in 2001. Exports, not just crude exports, are falling fast. (The U.S. is the major market for Ecuador.) The government has no access to private lines of credit, no foreign investment to speak of, reserves which are being rapidly depleted, and government financing needs which are very large and likely to grow. Now add to this toxic mix a panicky run on deposits in the banking system and a scenario suddenly appears of an abandonment of dollarization followed by furious running of the printing presses to produce massive amounts of a new domestic currency.

Oddly enough, the Correa government may not find this scenario of de-dollarization (and implicit domestic default) all that frightening, though they would prefer it to occur after the April elections, naturally. Correa and other government officials have talked openly about shaking off the monetary and credit constraints imposed by a dollarization scheme which they inherited. They may be thinking now that they need the ability to create domestic liquidity in 2009 to bail out the government and the private sector, including the banks.

Yet the rest of Ecuador probably sees this scenario of a collapse in dollarization with enormous concern. The same opinion polls that show Ecuadorans in favor of external debt default find that 80% of the population favors keeping the dollar because it has brought a measure of stability to a once deeply troubled economy by protecting their own assets. Yet this confidence on the part of the public has to be seen as fragile, as a banking sector scare in December illustrated clearly.

Maybe dollarization can be sustained through the April elections, but if the adverse global trends continue, for how much longer after that, assuming President Chavez cannot or will not ride to Ecuador’s rescue? And if dollarization succumbs to the crisis, who is to say how severe the subsequent crisis of unemployment and falling real incomes could be in Ecuador? The Argentine economy plunged by 13% in the first year following the exit from convertibility.

I do not think it is worth the risk of waiting to find out how bad things could be in Ecuador. The truth is that global trends battering all of Latin America have backed Ecuador and some of the weaker economies into a tight corner. Some of these economies, or most of these, need some sort of global help – a lender or spender of last resort, emergency lines of credit - to weather the storm. Few of these economies, if any, have the ability to manage their own ways out of the crisis which has befallen them.

If pride and politics can be pushed aside, the wiser course for Ecuador and for the region would be to find some face-saving way to put the default genie back in the bottle and to seek some sort of international assistance in the form of arbitration and backup lines of credit, with a nod from the Obama administration. That could provide needed short-term support for dollarization which has been very positive for Ecuador.

Tungurahua
01-23-09, 05:13
a brief of continuing developments in ecuador. correa is taking some big risks, shaking things up. a part of me wants to believe he is trying to break the chronically-corrupt and stagnant power-structures of the past. this optimism could be explained away by me loving ecua-pussy so much -- how it taints the vision! the rational side of me says "correa, what the *%#/@ are you doing?!"

if he fucks up expect all chongos to be filled with thousands of newbies for the next five years. you will be able to party like it's 1999 -- literally (ecuador's last financial crisis was in 1999) and figuratively (the prince song). i don't want to see this happen to ecuador but as i typed previously many latin leaders seem to take two step forwards, three steps back.

here are some cut and pastes accumulated. no doubt i have missed some important bytes. but this provides some context.

april 2008. the farc blowup with colombia. correa sacks minister of defence and national police commander, accusing both of "institutional collusion with foreign intelligence agencies." it is said "correa is clearly using the crisis as a pretext for purging the armed forces and police and installing senior officers sympathetic to his political cause."

july 2008 article quote: "ecuadorean finance minister fausto ortiz resigned after the government seized two television stations and almost 200 other businesses in a dispute over debts stemming from a 1990s banking crisis. wilma salgado, a 55-year-old economist and former chief of the government agency that took over the businesses early today, was named as his replacement."

end of september 2008 correa managed to pass a new constitution for ecuador. as part of it (quote): "after scrapping central bank independence under its new constitution ..." what else is in the new constitution i have to re-study. i forgot about it after the more recent bond default. the constitution passed with 65% approval. as of jan 2009 he currently has a 70% approval rating with the residents of guayaquil and quito.

quote: "the 20th constitution in the history of this chronically unstable nation considerably broadens correa's powers and will let him run for two more consecutive terms, consolidating what he calls a citizen's revolution."

quote: "on september 28 ecuador´s army expelled brazilian construction company odebrecht, seizing us$800 million of odebrecht´s assets in the process. president correa issued a presidential decree ordering the requisition of odebrecht´s assets and dispatching troops to take over the company´s projects. a national emergency was being declared, the decree said, to recover the operational capacity of the san francisco hydro-electric dam and to avoid internal unrest as a result of power blackouts across the country."

in mid december correa refused to pay $30.6 million in interest on some foreign bonds ($3.9b), calling them illegitimate (ecuador has about $10b in debt). he is currently trying to renegotiate payment of the bonds at a discount (rumored 70% discount). the country's risk potential soared as a result. this reduces ecuador's chances of securing further international credit. at a time of low oil prices, its biggest cultural subsidizer, this is a risky move. especially when ecuador then had some $6 to 6.5 billion in foreign currency reserves and could have easily made the payment.

as one article says "ecuador's perceived risk spread calculated by jp morgan has ballooned to 5,049 points, compared to neighboring colombia's 509, despite the latter embroiled in a 40-year civil war."

another quote: "it may take ecuador the better part of a decade to regain access to international capital markets, he said. it’s a rare thing to not pay when you can."

quote: "he had invoked a one-month grace period on the interest payment in november, saying he wanted to analyze an audit commission’s report on the legality of the debt. correa, who counts venezuelan president hugo chavez among his closest allies, said in his radio address that he prayed to god and “lost a lot of sleep” as he weighed his options."

quote: “there’s a capital flight going on because of the uncertainty. people are worried.” and "they’re already feeling the lack of liquidity. in the end, he may have to de-dollarize.”

because he faces re-election in april 2009 he has ramped up social spending, which means he is burning through foreign currency reserves faster. though some of the burn was attributable to items other than social programs, in q4 alone foreign currency reserves dropped by $1.8b -- to $4.5b remaining today (as per a couple articles).

quote:"the unbalanced external accounts, the liquidity restrictions and the fiscal budget requirements show very bad indicators with a rapid deterioration."

less than two weeks after the bond default ecuador's state-owned social security institute said it will buy about $500 million in new government bonds after it purchased $700 million of the securities the week previous.

the us will withdraw from the manta base by end of 2009.

ecuador is currently seeking a $280 million credit line with iran.

ecuador inflation was 8.8% in 2008. it was 3.3% in 2007. in august 2008 the govt capped prices on some basic food items.

article quote: "ecuador's government will raise the minimum wage for the private sector by 9%, starting on jan. 1, labor minister antonio gagliardo said monday. in a press conference, gagliardo said the new minimum wage will be $218, up from $200 because of rising inflation. ecuador's consumer price index rose 9.13% over the 12-month period through november. gagliardo did not rule out that the government would call for another minimum wage increase in mid-2009. according to government data released in november, the basic living expenses for a family of four in ecuador was $506.79"

there is ongoing speculation correa could abandon the dollar in the future if oil prices remain low and foreign currency reserves run low. this would enable him to print more money. there is also speculation as of today that ecuador is drafting a proposal to legislate creation of a second currency to be used in the country.

due to longtime mining conflicts with foreign companies in april correa halted mining operations. a new bill was passed today by legislature to resume operations.

last month he initiated a policy for the military to start selling the various companies it owns. i would expect some members of the military, due to their privileged position in the past, are grumbling.

article quote: "ecuador's armed forces have begun a process of shedding companies under their control that do not contribute to national security, but they will maintain controlling stakes in those considered to be of "strategic" importance, the press reported monday. the military chief, gen. ernesto gonzalez, told el universo daily that the armed forces have begun a process of divesting or selling off stakes in several of the roughly 30 firms they have established over the past three decades. that, according to gonzalez, is due to a constitutional mandate requiring that the armed forces only participate in economic activities related to national security. among the businesses now owned by the military are companies dedicated to steel, dairy and clothing production; the exporting of flowers, bananas and shrimp; and the transport of oil to foreign countries."

today he announced plans to cut imports by $1.5 billion in 2009 in a move to defend use of the us dollar. quote: "unable to print currency, ecuador risks running out of dollars if it doesn’t reduce money spent on imports, correa said."

quote: "the president criticized the importation of too many expensive products in 2008. he expressed his dissatisfaction with the importation of candies worth about 65 million u.s. dollars, cell phones worth 250 million dollars, vehicles and auto parts worth 1.121 billion dollars, and 100 million dollars worth of perfumes."

article quote: "in spite of a large number of reforms in recent years, ecuador still ranks 150th out of 179 states surveyed in transparency international´s corruption perceptions index 2007, comparing unfavorably with regional peers, with the exception of venezuela. bureaucracy is a major issue for foreign companies, with legal and property transactions often subject to severe delays, corruption is endemic, and little has been done to improve the situation."

the post previous to this is a decent summary of ecuador in january 2009. where it goes from here: let the dice fly high !

one thing i do know for sure. the lollipops i bought for samira, lucy and mariela are going to see their prices skyrocket. i recommend isgers bring their own candies from now on. as you invest capital into those 800 penny fichas it will help you keep those "extras" expenses under control.

this is tungurahua reporting, signing out for isg-news-services, quito-branch.

Tungurahua
01-27-09, 02:13
Further news browsing led me to some new twists in the story.

In the last post I noted Ecuador's foreign reserves plummeted from about $6 billion US to $4.5 billion US during Q4 2008. Social spending would account for some, sure, but nothing that drastic. It had me curious. Why the sudden drop?

Then I found this bit. Quote: "On Thursday (Dec11-2008) the Quito-based newspaper El Comercio reported that the government had quietly bought back $680 million in debt from foreign creditors in recent weeks. It has raised the possibility that Ecuador may have purposely been trying to drive down the value of its bonds on international markets, allowing the government to step in and buy them back for a fraction of the cost of honoring them and making a renegotiation of the debt easier now."

Dec 13 article: "Ecuador's President Rafael Correa said yesterday that his nation is defaulting on its foreign debt, fulfilling his longtime populist pledge to leave international creditors in the lurch. ... Bondholders could be in for a steep haircut, though perhaps no worse than current market value for Ecuador's debt. As expectations of a default grew since September, the value of Ecuador's bonds fell more than 65 percent, to 30 cents on the dollar before Correa's announcement at 2 p.m. yesterday. They sank below 24 cents on the dollar shortly after his announcement."

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/12/12/AR2008121204105_pf.html
http://seekingalpha.com/article/116119-ecuador-chronicles-of-a-default-foretold

In the last post I noted : "Less than two weeks after the bond default Ecuador's state-owned Social Security Institute (SSI) said it will buy about $500 million in new government bonds after it purchased $700 million of the securities the week previous."

Hmmm, let's put the pieces together: $680 million in debt repurchased, repackaged and sold to SSI for the nice round figure of $700 million. Then another $500 million in debt purchased, sold to SSI. That would be $1.18 billion accounted for of the $1.5 billion in foreign reserves burned through in Q4.

If Correa repurchased Ecuador's debt at an average of 30 cents on the dollar, $3.9 billion could be bought for $1.17 billion. I do not know if this is a valid picture what is happening "behind-the-scenes" but the numbers balance.

I am no expert in international finance but one would think there would be a barrage of lawsuits launched if this is what Correa is doing. This strikes me as a derivative of "insider-trading" -- ??

Quote: "Critics say the government may be playing a high-stakes game of chicken with investors."

Other bits: "Ecuador has hired Lazard Freres, an advisory firm that helped Argentina after its debt default, to oversee the restructuring of $3.2 billion in unpaid global bonds, President Rafael Correa said on Saturday." (Jan17 article)

Quote: "“Ecuador is a serial defaulter,” said Arturo Porzecanski, an expert in international finance, emerging markets and Latin America economics at American University in Washington, D.C. “They defaulted in the 1980s, 1990s and this decade. A lot of other countries have had one or two defaults, but Ecuador tops them all.” Indeed, Ecuador has defaulted six times in its history (see Debt Defaults and Lessons from a Decade of Crises by Federico Sturzenegger and Jeromin Zettelmeyer)."

I have to laugh at this last quote. Ecuador has defaulted six times in its history. Averaging one default per decade in the last thirty years. One has to wonder who is the bigger idiot here. The people defaulting or the people financing?

Whatever the case, the optimistic scenario is Correa could navigate this high-stakes gamble to success. After the dust settles, say five years, a bunch of new lenders step in with billions more.

As all variables are never known, the pessimistic outcome is Ecuador driven off the highest of Andean cliffs by Correa and his advisors. As rockers System of a Down would sing: "Trust in my self-righteous suicide!"

Travel And Mate
01-28-09, 04:25
Hi Tung,

Interesting reading your social-political comments, as one of the many who have put your information to very good use in Ecuador and Colombia I'm glad your interests are broader then the classifieds of La Hora...:-)

My opinion?

The Bad: No way Ecuador is coming through this without printing its own currency again. This Correa just dug himself too big of a hole. After the elections April 26 all hell will break loose, unless crude climbs to above 60$ which is not likely come spring and depression in the US and Europe.

The Ugly: Yea sure they are manipulating the bond market, lowering the price and buying on the cheap. If this was a corporate bond they'd all be in jail now and for a long time. Being it's not corporate: fuck the suckers, we all know they never die only change.

Even uglier: This is all a convoluted and additional way for the guys on top to make a bundle for their swiss numbered accounts, in coordination with Venezuelan banks that have sold credit default swaps to the same suckers. After all, nobody's in politics in Ecuador for another reason then to fill their pockets, and they all do just that. Suckers everywhere: Ecuadorians paying taxes and funds/banks/persons investing in Ecuador sovereign debt.

The Good: when they do print currency, provided you earn in greenbacks, your already sweet mongering (and just current) life in Ecuador will turn into pure honey. AAA+ pussy to chose from on the cheap.

Who said there's not a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?

Keep it up guy, you are an inspiration to all.

OtravezEnColmbia
02-11-09, 03:41
To those who have it to defend themselves in the event that something happens. I am assuming you put it in your carry on luggage. What about the chongos that have security at the front that pat you down? I think that at night when mongering would be the best and most necessary time to carry the pepper spray, so it would defeat the purpose of having to leave it back in the hotel room.

Dirty Willy
02-11-09, 16:55
To those who have it to defend themselves in the event that something happens. I am assuming you put it in your carry on luggage. What about the chongos that have security at the front that pat you down? I think that at night when mongering would be the best and most necessary time to carry the pepper spray, so it would defeat the purpose of having to leave it back in the hotel room.

You do not want to put pepper spray in your carry on luggage. This could land you in jail.

Zperman
02-11-09, 17:29
Hey Tunguraghua, [Non-English text deleted by Admin]


Further news browsing led me to some new twists in the story.

In the last post I noted Ecuador's foreign reserves plummeted from about $6 billion US to $4.5 billion US during Q4 2008. Social spending would account for some, sure, but nothing that drastic. It had me curious. Why the sudden drop?

Then I found this bit. Quote: "On Thursday (Dec11-2008) the Quito-based newspaper El Comercio reported that the government had quietly bought back $680 million in debt from foreign creditors in recent weeks. It has raised the possibility that Ecuador may have purposely been trying to drive down the value of its bonds on international markets, allowing the government to step in and buy them back for a fraction of the cost of honoring them and making a renegotiation of the debt easier now."

Dec 13 article: "Ecuador's President Rafael Correa said yesterday that his nation is defaulting on its foreign debt, fulfilling his longtime populist pledge to leave international creditors in the lurch. ... Bondholders could be in for a steep haircut, though perhaps no worse than current market value for Ecuador's debt. As expectations of a default grew since September, the value of Ecuador's bonds fell more than 65 percent, to 30 cents on the dollar before Correa's announcement at 2 p.m. yesterday. They sank below 24 cents on the dollar shortly after his announcement."

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/12/12/AR2008121204105_pf.html
http://seekingalpha.com/article/116119-ecuador-chronicles-of-a-default-foretold

In the last post I noted : "Less than two weeks after the bond default Ecuador's state-owned Social Security Institute (SSI) said it will buy about $500 million in new government bonds after it purchased $700 million of the securities the week previous."

Hmmm, let's put the pieces together: $680 million in debt repurchased, repackaged and sold to SSI for the nice round figure of $700 million. Then another $500 million in debt purchased, sold to SSI. That would be $1.18 billion accounted for of the $1.5 billion in foreign reserves burned through in Q4.

If Correa repurchased Ecuador's debt at an average of 30 cents on the dollar, $3.9 billion could be bought for $1.17 billion. I do not know if this is a valid picture what is happening "behind-the-scenes" but the numbers balance.

I am no expert in international finance but one would think there would be a barrage of lawsuits launched if this is what Correa is doing. This strikes me as a derivative of "insider-trading" -- ??

Quote: "Critics say the government may be playing a high-stakes game of chicken with investors."

Other bits: "Ecuador has hired Lazard Freres, an advisory firm that helped Argentina after its debt default, to oversee the restructuring of $3.2 billion in unpaid global bonds, President Rafael Correa said on Saturday." (Jan17 article)

Quote: "“Ecuador is a serial defaulter,” said Arturo Porzecanski, an expert in international finance, emerging markets and Latin America economics at American University in Washington, D.C. “They defaulted in the 1980s, 1990s and this decade. A lot of other countries have had one or two defaults, but Ecuador tops them all.” Indeed, Ecuador has defaulted six times in its history (see Debt Defaults and Lessons from a Decade of Crises by Federico Sturzenegger and Jeromin Zettelmeyer)."

I have to laugh at this last quote. Ecuador has defaulted six times in its history. Averaging one default per decade in the last thirty years. One has to wonder who is the bigger idiot here. The people defaulting or the people financing?

Whatever the case, the optimistic scenario is Correa could navigate this high-stakes gamble to success. After the dust settles, say five years, a bunch of new lenders step in with billions more.

As all variables are never known, the pessimistic outcome is Ecuador driven off the highest of Andean cliffs by Correa and his advisors. As rockers System of a Down would sing: "Trust in my self-righteous suicide!"EDITOR'S NOTE: This report was edited to remove text not in English. While I encourage contributions from all members, the Forum is an English-only website. Please do not post reports in any language other than English unless accompanied by a full English translation.Thanks!

Furysys
02-11-09, 23:42
Tung & TM, thanks for the interesting read on the Ecuadorian economic situation. I have thought about that as well, how does a country which does not issue its own currency survive when their main export market has dropped substantially such as Ecuador? It would be interesting to see if people would even accept a local currency, except maybe at the point of a gun, it would create a massive blackmarket for US$, and yes, could lead to some interesting times in the chongos (almost said casas! )

All hell breaking loose of course has positives and negatives. I have never been to Ecuador, but wish to go late June, so after the upcoming elections, which I would assume Correa will win, even if he cheats. The negative is that one could wind up in a Thailand situation, riots and closing down the airport, so you can't get the hell out, but on the positive, keeps down the gringo rabble, so as chica supply expands, and demand drops, prices will of course follow, which is the exact opposite of what has happened in Medellin. Tung, I will be following your fascinating, onthespot reporting, forget CNN, ISG on the ground, far better!

Zperman
02-12-09, 04:35
Chucha. I didn't read the rules. Sorry.

Travel And Mate
02-12-09, 17:56
Hi Furysys,

People in Ecuador take about anything and don't do much about it, that's mainly why they are where they are. So the new currency will be accepted, especially when at first it will be presented as a 2 currency situation with parity (1:1) between them. Go to the Anal Connoisseurs Thread, it's much the same: first one finger, then 2 and then the main event :-)

Yes, black market, expending chica supply (for all the wrong reasons, granted) and some riots. On the other hand, Ecuadorians have thrown out 3 presidents so far (Abdala, Mahaud and Gutierrez) with a TOTAL of 3-5 days mild riots, 2 days airport closures and little or no consequences for tourists. Life went on as usual, except for the vicinity of the Government Palace and Congress.

So main effect MAY be for the Center chongos...Just go to the north ones as Chicas are not too politically active and would rather work then demonstrate in a tear gas cloud :-)

OtravezEnColmbia
02-12-09, 19:57
You do not want to put pepper spray in your carry on luggage. This could land you in jail.Ok I think i mistyped. I meant to say you obviously would put it on your checked baggage.

Jaimito Cartero
02-13-09, 04:09
Ok I think i mistyped. I meant to say you obviously would put it on your checked baggage.

Pepper spray is also illegal in some countries. I recall reading about some places that it would be treated the same as if you had a gun. So, double check that all places you're going that it's allowed.

OtravezEnColmbia
02-19-09, 01:06
Pepper spray is also illegal in some countries. I recall reading about some places that it would be treated the same as if you had a gun. So, double check that all places you're going that it's allowed.I will be in Ecuador and Colombia only.

Jwdub
03-19-09, 18:42
Anyone know of a good dentist in Quito. I had some fillings done in Pattaya last year and had one fall out and I've heard that dental work is inexpensive in Ecuador.

Thanks

Bigben0
04-18-09, 18:23
Hi,

I was just wondering what the service charge is when you go to a restaurant? Usually this is a tip in most places I've been to. But here I've been to places that charge it then ask for a tip as well.

So is it a tax or a tip or something else?

Thanks,

BB

Model500
04-19-09, 06:04
Hi,

I was just wondering what the service charge is when you go to a restaurant? Usually this is a tip in most places I've been to. But here I've been to places that charge it then ask for a tip as well.

So is it a tax or a tip or something else?

Thanks,

BBHere is not like in the US. You leave the tip you want to. In some places tips are included (you have to look at the fine print). It ussually is 10% of the total. Then they add a 12% tax. If they ask you for an extra tip it's up to you if you want to leave it. I don't.

James Tott
04-30-09, 20:16
Chaps do you have any information regarding buying Vitamin V or C in Quito. In Argentina they sale Local brand Sildenafil and Magnum with excellent performance and good value for money (If buy in bulk under a $ for 50mg)

Any information regarding brand name, where to buy it and price would be great help. And any comments on performance I. E. Vs Viagra or Cialis would be great.

Thanks

J

Professor 1
05-01-09, 02:56
I will be in Ecuador and Colombia only.

Well, you can purchase pepper spray over the counter in a sporting good store at the Quicentro Mall in Quito. They have a most powerful brand that costs a few dollars. I tested it in the toilet, and nearly choked.

Davidb3069
05-02-09, 16:23
Here is not like in the US. You leave the tip you want to. In some places tips are included (you have to look at the fine print). It ussually is 10% of the total. Then they add a 12% tax. If they ask you for an extra tip it's up to you if you want to leave it. I don't.

The 10% on the bill is intended for the kitchen staff and those that aren't the server. The server is supposed to keep the tip you leave at the table. This is how it "should" work but it's not necessarily reality many times in restaurants as the owners steal the tips.

David B.

Nicebutthole
06-15-09, 14:40
Glancing through some of the threads here, is it safe to say that Ecuador is the best bargain in S.A.?

I am not familiar with all of the best mongering destinations, but if I am reading correctly that typical brothels charge around $20 for a girl, than that is pretty damn cheap. And hotel rates at $20 per night?

I prefer having girls come to my hotel. From what I see that is just as inexpensive?

Maelkavian
06-16-09, 18:54
Glancing through some of the threads here, is it safe to say that Ecuador is the best bargain in S.A.?

I am not familiar with all of the best mongering destinations, but if I am reading correctly that typical brothels charge around $20 for a girl, than that is pretty damn cheap. And hotel rates at $20 per night?

I prefer having girls come to my hotel. From what I see that is just as inexpensive?It depends.

From my point of view, Colombia and Paraguay are better in terms of look, performance, and the price is very similar.

Probably even better.

You can find promotions for trios in the casas of Medellin or Cali, for example, and Paraguay hidden brothels are not expensive (but deserve their name).

But the so friendly Colombia can sometimes turn really hot, and Paraguay is too sleepy for most of people.

I can't speak for Brazil, but it seems most reports say it's great if not a bit pricey.



Ecuador offers a peaceful, structured, fun sex market.
Quito is well-kown on the map, thanks to our volcanic Tungurahua!
Lots of ISGers have already told how fun it is to add quickies one after the other for around 10 bucks each...
A first puta to cure your dickache and dry your leche, and the next two to your 1.50 dollar entrance fee.
Enjoy!

But, I'm not sure it's often mention here, it's not specially hard to score regular girls if you speak spanish.
On the coast, Manabi, Esmeraldas, you can find easy meat if you're discret. They're poor, sweet, naive girls; take advantage but don't screw everything being an asshole.
I said "if you're discret" because word on mouth is damn fast: little provincial towns.
If you like black s(k)in, Ibarra is a quiet town in a valley, surrounded by a lake and flower fields. And ways less dirty than Esmeraldas.
So much ebony here, but not the light-skin beauties you see in Porto Viejo, or the reddish-brown indians of the mountains.
I personnaly tested the hospitality of a milf I meet during a bus trip who spontaneously show me the (naked, of course) pics taken by her ex-german fuckfriend.
She really wants me to come to her home, looking for money to cover her son football expenses; I agree after making a point that, as a young guy, I need to fuck fresh pussies too, and need introduction.
And I don't want to appear as a mean gringo in front of so many noble teethless fellows. A gentleman must help a lady in distress.
Finally, thanks to her son, the soccer dream, and Nike prohibitives prices, I soon know well her nephews, the friends of them, etc.
It was indeed a victory, but in these places where everyone know what your eat for breakfast, I prefer to have some local help, a hand (among other things) tenderly given !


Quito and Guayaquil are quite big, impersonnal cities. Commercial and college neighboroods are good pick-up fields. Be careful: if you like teens, there is lot of high-school little things, hungry for foreigners, and who don't hesitate to lie about their real age. Very likely to the Peruvians.
Hopefully, they're generally in group and wear uniforms, with those high-knees socks.
Maybe one day some Japaneses will know it's easier to fullfil their fantasms here than in S-E Asia...
The bar-scene of Mariscal, the salsotecas, are full during the week-end.



Ecuador also offer, in a tiny land, great cultural places, landscapes, if you're in green or cultural tourism, or just want to do something between two shags.
Bus travels are not fast (if they are, you're probably dead because of the driver), planes are regular. But even in the worst case, it's unlikely that you are more than a tenth hours far of your destination.

By, the way, hotel rates could be cheaper than 20 dollars.
So I think it's a nice country, and probably the better in SA for a short or first stay. And yes, among the cheapest.

DoomBringer321
07-11-09, 06:16
http://guayaquil.olx.com.ec/
This site has great prospects i fucked a girl for free in this site

Artisttyp
07-28-09, 23:25
I absolutely recommend that you bring bills of $20 and under with maybe a stack of 100 $1's if you are doing budget chongos.

I will be going in them with exact change so I can dish out payment for the the second 20 minute round if need be.

You might be able to pay with 50's at the higher end hotels or malls. I don't remember. Can someone verify this?

Also can someone remind me of how much the trolley costs ? I want to know if bringing a roll or two of quarters would be worth the trouble. Small change is definately worth the trouble.

Thanks,

Artisttyp

" Live life Eat ass "

Mraughh
07-29-09, 00:54
The trolley was $.25 as of 2008. Dunno if they raised the prices or not since I left last May.


I absolutely recommend that you bring bills of $20 and under with maybe a stack of 100 $1's if you are doing budget chongos.

I will be going in them with exact change so I can dish out payment for the the second 20 minute round if need be.

You might be able to pay with 50's at the higher end hotels or malls. I don't remember. Can someone verify this?

Also can someone remind me of how much the trolley costs ? I want to know if bringing a roll or two of quarters would be worth the trouble. Small change is definately worth the trouble.

Thanks,

Artisttyp

" Live life Eat ass "

Professor 1
07-29-09, 03:27
I absolutely recommend that you bring bills of $20 and under with maybe a stack of 100 $1's if you are doing budget chongos.

This is a very good idea regardless of your destination.


Also can someone remind me of how much the trolley costs ? I want to know if bringing a roll or two of quarters would be worth the trouble.

The trole was US$0.25 in October/November. You do not need a roll of quarters--it adds unnecessary weight--as the trole cashier makes change.

Artisttyp
07-29-09, 04:41
This is a very good idea regardless of your destination.



The trole was US$0.25 in October/November. You do not need a roll of quarters--it adds unnecessary weight--as the trole cashier makes change.

Maybe it would save me some time standing in line.

Thank you for the responses.

Professor 1
07-29-09, 14:37
Maybe it would save me some time standing in line.

Thank you for the responses.
The trole runs very well during the day. Even if you miss one, another will be behind it. Also, the lines are not so long, perhaps five people or so ahead. Personally, I would pass on the roll of quarters. Oh, please visit Touch Me for me, if it remains open.

Saeta119
07-29-09, 15:12
I absolutely recommend that you bring bills of $20 and under with maybe a stack of 100 $1's if you are doing budget chongos.

I will be going in them with exact change so I can dish out payment for the the second 20 minute round if need be.

You might be able to pay with 50's at the higher end hotels or malls. I don't remember. Can someone verify this?

Also can someone remind me of how much the trolley costs ? I want to know if bringing a roll or two of quarters would be worth the trouble. Small change is definately worth the trouble.

Thanks,

Artisttyp

" Live life Eat ass "20's and lower please. I always carry 5's and 1's nothing higher, even 10's seems to have problems in some places, and yes in chongos you want to have exact change, it's a nightmare sometimes to get change back.

Also coins are helpful, but you can get a roll of quarters or whatever denomination from a bank anywhere, not a big deal really, but if you want to bring your own, that's good too.

Artisttyp
07-29-09, 16:55
Oh, please visit Touch Me for me, if it remains open.


Actually touch me was one of the very few cheapies that I enjoyed. However I will be doing things differently this time around. I have an allowance for 2 maybe 3 double sessions per week at cafe rojo then somethig set aside for 3 $60 hr sunday sessions at alondras.

My point is I will try not to get into the "rush " routine. I would rather pay a little more. After all it takes me almost 15 minutes to take off my clothes.

I should seriously consider wearing a sweatsuit with nothing on underneath!

A stopwatch is a must. I brought one to buenos aires and low and behold I got my time.


* By the way has anyone been to the cloud forest of mindo ? I found one tour operator but I am looking for other options. I will not however stay in the boondocks without a heater. I did that last time and it wasn't pretty even with 7 blankets on me.

Travel And Mate
07-31-09, 00:47
Hi Artisttyp,

Almost all the travel agencies in Gringolandia offer different Mindo Tour option, with or without spending the night. Just walk around and ask.

I would not worry about the cold nights of Mindo, its almost sub tropical there, hot and humid daytime, warm to fresh (can't really describe it as cold or cool) nighttime.

Elproff
08-20-09, 01:25
Been reading these forums with interest for ages.

I am heading to Ecuador in November, only 20 days this time, but that's due to work.

Prior to this, I spent about 2.5 years living in various s.american countries, mainly Py, Peru.

Ended up with una bruja Paraguaya, and we had 5 great years. No longer together means office life in the UK has lost any interest for me.

Upon return from aforesaid trip in Nov / DEC, I am planning on another year in the beautiful and strangely alluring continent of South America.

W/o advertising anyone, there is a CELTA certified TEFL course in Quito which is effectively the cheapest (CELTA) certified course in S America.

Not been a member long, and this indeed is my first post, but will soon give Jacko his 20 yanqui dollar for access to the PM function.

Might be nice to know any members who are planning to be in Quito next year - I have to say some ideas on rental costs would be great.

Anyway, for now a big hello to all who currently reside in Ecuador, yet another Gringo (although technically not, as I am not from the USA), is soon to invest 9 months of his life in Quito.

I'll be teaching english part-time, and it is always nice to know other 'gringos'.

Y no te prepuces, hablo Espańol, y se cuidarme.

El Proff

Ezinho
08-20-09, 16:57
Anyway, for now a big hello to all who currently reside in Ecuador, yet another Gringo (although technically not, as I am not from the USA), is soon to invest 9 months of his life in Quito.

May I ask how you are going to be able to stay in Ecuador for nine months, I assume, continuously? Is your employer going to get you a work visa or are you just going to overstay your tourist visa? Or maybe you're investing money in a business or something like that?

Also, anyone have any updated info on the length of stay for tourists. Last year it was mentioned that it is much more difficult and costly to get an extension past three months in a calendar year.

Dan Toap
08-21-09, 03:52
If I am right accordingly to new regulations visas for all tourists have been abolished, so if I am right you don't need a visa but you will be asked to levae country after three months time, but now you can renew your staying up to three times in a row. I will try to find some more info on these matter.

Elproff
09-24-09, 10:17
May I ask how you are going to be able to stay in Ecuador for nine months, I assume, continuously? Yeah the plan is to do this continuously. As far as I am aware the tourist visa will be for 90 days on entrance - so I haven't actually worked out how the extension will be done.

I'm going to be asking the school where I do the course for their advice, but according to the guidebooks it may be possible to extend in country (for a fee of course) for a further 90 days.

Don't fancy overstaying my tourist visa. The obvious other option is a visa run to Peru or if I manage to get work teaching out there, maybe a legit work visa.

Any other forum members who know definite answers on this are welcome to share their knowledge, and when I get some definite answers I'll post some info. Might try ringing the Ecuadorian Embassy in Londres?

Saeta119
09-27-09, 04:13
Yes, you can only get a 3 month visa, you can't get a new one just by going to Peru anymore.

You could get a x-20 visa where after paying over 200+ you get another 3 month extension.

Now if you become a part time teacher, buddy of mine used to teach for a couple of hours here and there, he got a work visa, and he was able to stay for 9 months. Good luck.

Precocious One
10-03-09, 01:27
www.zerohedge.com/article/american-story

A pretty sad story. You know things are bad when people are requesting to leave the United States in order to go back to Third World Countries.

I guess it's better to be poor in Ecuador than the US.

Vector313
10-08-09, 07:26
www.zerohedge.com/article/american-story

A pretty sad story. You know things are bad when people are requesting to leave the United States in order to go back to Third World Countries.

I guess it's better to be poor in Ecuador than the US.Hell yeah it's better to be poor in Ecuador than the US!!! Especially if that's where all your family is. I'm a US citizen and I plan to move to EC as soon as hit the right number in my savings account, fuck the US. It's better to be middle class in Ecuador than in the US, and for that matter!

Frankfurter
12-17-09, 17:19
Hi Friends of Cuenca,

I will be there in January: Is there Viagra or the like available in the pharmacies without a prescription? Many thanks.

Frank

DoomBringer321
12-30-09, 02:42
Leonela who had a page in Yahoo seems to have moved to a new home
www.leonela1.********.com

If you can afford the prices go ahead and call.

Tattle
05-03-10, 22:52
Does anyone know what areas in Quito are the safest and where can I get an apartment, furnished, for 6 or 7 weeks starting in late May?

Thank you in advance!

Erik2003
05-04-10, 22:30
Does anyone know what areas in Quito are the safest and where can I get an apartment, furnished, for 6 or 7 weeks starting in late May?

Thank you in advance!I had apartments many times but not in Gringolandia (too many tourists and that's very atractive for thieves) but I had in the neighbourhood of 10 de Agosto near the lower priced girls-places and I ha done time a apartment in the North (Near Quicentro) and at some other places just outside the tourist centre (6 de diciembre at the front of Body, but just that club give a lot of problems there because the girls are leaving at 4 in the morning and that never happens without many noise-making) It's complicates find a apartment for some weeks in Quito because the owners prefer long stays, often a year but I when I'm in Quito it's always for 2 or 3 months and everytime I found an apartment but It's not easy. If you're interested pm me and I can give you some suggestions because I'm prepairing my next stay in Quito from August till November.

Tattle
05-10-10, 01:43
In general, and given some logical precautions, how safe is travel in Ec.?

Blk Big Bootyluv
05-28-10, 21:12
Greeting gentlemen,

I will be passing thru Quito from MDE on my way to Lima,Peru. I will be on a reconnaissance mission for my boys and I. My group and I will be in MDE for 2 weeks at the end of which 2 of us will break off and go to Quito and Lima for a week, concurrently. I have read thru a few of the threads and haven't hear much about money?

So, I went to yahoo currence converter and it appears that in Ecuador the currency is on par with the American $ (dollar for dollar), can anyone substantiate or discredit this notion.

And if the Ecuadorian $ is on par with the American $ how far does ones dollar go?
thanks,

Biggs

Professor 1
05-29-10, 02:34
Greeting gentlemen,

So, I went to yahoo currence converter and it appears that in Ecuador the currency is on par with the American $ (dollar for dollar), can anyone substantiate or discredit this notion.

And if the Ecuadorian $ is on par with the American $ how far does ones dollar go?

The U.S. dollar IS the currency of Ecuador, senor. The dollar did well when I was there in late 2008.

The express bus and trole is $0.25. You can get a nice breakfast for $3.00. I did a hot number in a low-end MP for $8.00.

I hope that this helps. :)

Artisttyp
05-29-10, 03:18
Greeting gentlemen,

I will be passing thru Quito from MDE on my way to Lima,Peru. I will be on a reconnaissance mission for my boys and I. My group and I will be in MDE for 2 weeks at the end of which 2 of us will break off and go to Quito and Lima for a week, concurrently. I have read thru a few of the threads and haven't hear much about money?

So, I went to yahoo currence converter and it appears that in Ecuador the currency is on par with the American $ (dollar for dollar), can anyone substantiate or discredit this notion.

And if the Ecuadorian $ is on par with the American $ how far does ones dollar go?
thanks,

Biggs


Ecuador is a great place to live well for very cheap. Bring an extra fold up duffel bag so you can bring stuff home. You will find incredible deals on leather goods.

The problem with quito for some people is the altitude and the short sessions. Most were uneventful for me.

Bring no bill higher than a $20 and bring a stack of 10's 5's and 1's. You will thank yourself over and over again. Getting change is a biatch in ecuador like most other latin countries.

Blk Big Bootyluv
05-31-10, 06:14
Thank you Artisttyp and Professor 1

After acting impulsively and more extensive research I am experiencing a bit of buyer’s remorse.

To explain, I have already book my ticket from MDE to Quito however I have discovered that I would much rather enjoy as stay in the city of Guayaquil as I am a connoisseur of chicas of the mulata/negra persuasion, hence my handle.

Can I expect and shortage of brown skinned Latina sweetness during my stay in Quito. Or can you suggest a rapid round trip transport from Quito to the coveted destination of Guayaquil?

Thanks Biggs


Ecuador is a great place to live well for very cheap. Bring an extra fold up duffel bag so you can bring stuff home. You will find incredible deals on leather goods.

The problem with quito for some people is the altitude and the short sessions. Most were uneventful for me.

Bring no bill higher than a $20 and bring a stack of 10's 5's and 1's. You will thank yourself over and over again. Getting change is a biatch in ecuador like most other latin countries.

Artisttyp
05-31-10, 06:44
Thank you Artisttyp and Professor 1

After acting impulsively and more extensive research I am experiencing a bit of buyer’s remorse.

To explain, I have already book my ticket from MDE to Quito however I have discovered that I would much rather enjoy as stay in the city of Guayaquil as I am a connoisseur of chicas of the mulata/negra persuasion, hence my handle.

Can I expect and shortage of brown skinned Latina sweetness during my stay in Quito. Or can you suggest a rapid round trip transport from Quito to the coveted destination of Guayaquil?

Thanks Biggs


Guayaquil has gotten mixed reviews from members. If you look at the guayaquil thread you will notice only a few budget offerings and a few clip joints.

Have no fear quito is chongo heaven for all types of girls. Look at the photo gallery. The mighty tung documents many girls as you described.

You can always take a bus to guayaquil for *very cheap. It takes 8 hours I believe. I did some planning but never made it there. Basically you have calle 18 street scene and a few SW areas for the budget monger. On the other hand quito is loaded with budget options.

I'd like to go back to quito again but the altitude sickness really messed me up. You need to prepare yourself for it. Speak to your doctor.



I like the DR chicas too. The closest thing I've seen to that look is colombia. Some of the blk girls look very dominican. Cartegena ?

Professor 1
05-31-10, 14:14
Can I expect and shortage of brown skinned Latina sweetness during my stay in Quito. Or can you suggest a rapid round trip transport from Quito to the coveted destination of Guayaquil?

You can find dark girls in Quito. Now, this is not New York or Chicago, so to speak, but I had a GREAT MP experience for $8 to $10 so with one. She gave me her number, but acted like she did not know me when I called later. Perhaps, she did not remember. In any event, you will find them, but it can be hit or miss. Also, you will see some, not many, on public transportation. When I was there, the girl that sold the tickets at the Basilica del Vota Nacional was a most hot sister. I could kick myself for not asking her out. Keep your eyes open, and ride public transportation.

Professor 1
05-31-10, 14:17
I'd like to go back to quito again but the altitude sickness really messed me up. You need to prepare yourself for it. Speak to your doctor

Let me address this. Now, I did not have any problems after landing. On the plane descent, I did get an ear ache that I have not had in many years. The gum helped minimally. After the landing, I never had a problem. After unpacking, I went to the store--the supermarket was closed--and then visited one of the chongos.

Blk Big Bootyluv
05-31-10, 15:28
Thank you much. You are both gentlemen and scholars. From what I gather, money, the dollar, will go quite longer and perform well in EC. I need to prepair myself for the altitude perhaps by consulting my Doc. Keep plenty of change and don't worry about missing out on blk Latinas in Quito because I will be able to locate some.

It will be interesting to see how the women of EC will compair with women I have experienced in RIO, DR and soon to experience in CO.


Let me address this. Now, I did not have any problems after landing. On the plane descent, I did get an ear ache that I have not had in many years. The gum helped minimally. After the landing, I never had a problem. After unpacking, I went to the store--the supermarket was closed--and then visited one of the chongos.

Artisttyp
06-01-10, 06:44
Let me address this. Now, I did not have any problems after landing. On the plane descent, I did get an ear ache that I have not had in many years. The gum helped minimally. After the landing, I never had a problem. After unpacking, I went to the store--the supermarket was closed--and then visited one of the chongos.


You are one of the luckier people. The effects vary from person to person. It has nothing to do with how strong you are or how many miles you run a day. It's purely genetic from what I understand.

I came to the conclusion that high altitudes are not for me. I did survive both of my 3 week trips to quito but I can't say my breathing ever returned to normal when I was there. There were many times I was screwing with a jacked up heart rate due to the elevation. When I came it got worse.

I travel alone and can't depend on anyone but myself. If anything happened to me who will make the necessary flight arrangements etc ? The only thing I could do is get on a bus to a lower elevation. Who will pack my stuff up and get me on the bus???? On my second trip I notified a friend via email that I might need his help. That is how uncomfortable I was.

Bogota La Paz and Quito are no go's for me. It's such a bummer. La Paz hurts like hell since I love indian women.

I don't want to freak anybody out. It's different for everybody. I just wanted to share my story.

Blk Big Bootyluv
06-01-10, 14:58
To be quite honest I don't know really what to expect. I have experienced higher elevations before, 3-6k ft, however I am not sure if anything I have experienced will be adequate preparation or remotely compariable to Quito's nearly 10k ft elevation?

[QUOTE=Artisttyp]You are one of the luckier people. The effects vary from person to person. It has nothing to do with how strong you are or how many miles you run a day. It's purely genetic from what I understand.

Peace1
06-01-10, 18:04
You are one of the luckier people. The effects vary from person to person. It has nothing to do with how strong you are or how many miles you run a day. It's purely genetic from what I understand.

I came to the conclusion that high altitudes are not for me. I did survive both of my 3 week trips to quito but I can't say my breathing ever returned to normal when I was there. There were many times I was screwing with a jacked up heart rate due to the elevation. When I came it got worse.

I travel alone and can't depend on anyone but myself. If anything happened to me who will make the necessary flight arrangements etc ? The only thing I could do is get on a bus to a lower elevation. Who will pack my stuff up and get me on the bus???? On my second trip I notified a friend via email that I might need his help. That is how uncomfortable I was.

Bogota La Paz and Quito are no go's for me. It's such a bummer. La Paz hurts like hell since I love indian women.

I don't want to freak anybody out. It's different for everybody. I just wanted to share my story.Two or three weeks before my trip to Quito, I start taking one tablet of children's tylenol a day. It's supposed to help thin the blood and also help with altitude sickness.

Artisttyp
06-02-10, 21:06
To be quite honest I don't know really what to expect. I have experienced higher elevations before, 3-6k ft, however I am not sure if anything I have experienced will be adequate preparation or remotely compariable to Quito's nearly 10k ft elevation?

[QUOTE=Artisttyp]You are one of the luckier people. The effects vary from person to person. It has nothing to do with how strong you are or how many miles you run a day. It's purely genetic from what I understand. That is exactly my point. You won't know until you go there. The only thing a doctor can do is check to make sure you don't have any pre existing conditions that would stop you from even trying...heart conditions lung problems etc. If you are healthy you should be fine but again everybody reacts differently.

One story I read somewhere stated that the grandmother was the only one that did not feel the effects. It varies greatly.

I had coca tea and took aspirin but that didn't due too much for me. Once you feel the negative effects ( if you do) you will realize that it takes a lot more than herbal tea to make you feel better.

The good news is quito is only number 2(La Paz #1) in height as far as SA goes and bogota is a little lower than quito. If you can do quito then you will be fine in bogota...lucky you!

Oh Ya Papi
06-02-10, 23:05
Cuzco peru is the highest city. i was there last summer and just crossing the street would bring me to a pant. i got drunk and the hangover was death so i did not do that again. i too am planning on going to quito in july, but i have health probs and might go elsewhere. peace



[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv]To be quite honest I don't know really what to expect. I have experienced higher elevations before, 3-6k ft, however I am not sure if anything I have experienced will be adequate preparation or remotely compariable to Quito's nearly 10k ft elevation?



That is exactly my point. You won't know until you go there. The only thing a doctor can do is check to make sure you don't have any pre existing conditions that would stop you from even trying...heart conditions lung problems etc. If you are healthy you should be fine but again everybody reacts differently.

One story I read somewhere stated that the grandmother was the only one that did not feel the effects. It varies greatly.

I had coca tea and took aspirin but that didn't due too much for me. Once you feel the negative effects ( if you do) you will realize that it takes a lot more than herbal tea to make you feel better.

The good news is quito is only number 2(La Paz #1) in height as far as SA goes and bogota is a little lower than quito. If you can do quito then you will be fine in bogota...lucky you!

Professor 1
06-03-10, 02:08
It will be interesting to see how the women of EC will compair with women I have experienced in RIO, DR and soon to experience in CO.You cannot compare the countries, as they are all distinct. It is as comparing Guersey cows, Jersey cows, and Central Pennsylvania imported Guersey cows.

As for me, Rio had the hottest girls, but I met more ordinary girls in DR. It was easier for me, speaking Spanish, to meet regular girls in the DR. My EC experience was limited to chongo girls.

Blk Big Bootyluv
06-03-10, 03:13
Thank you for the insight. LOL@ the cows allegory, funny.

I agree with you. Question, where does one find a GFE friendly place to stay for a couple of days while in Qutio? Being close to some action is always good. I usually prefer safe areas, but not afraid of a couple of hard looks from locals, rodents and vermin are a no go for me.

Biggs


You cannot compare the countries, as they are all distinct. It is as comparing Guersey cows, Jersey cows, and Central Pennsylvania imported Guersey cows.

As for me, Rio had the hottest girls, but I met more ordinary girls in DR. It was easier for me, speaking Spanish, to meet regular girls in the DR. My EC experience was limited to chongo girls.

Professor 1
06-05-10, 04:19
Question, where does one find a GFE friendly place to stay for a couple of days while in Qutio? Being close to some action is always good. I usually prefer safe areas, but not afraid of a couple of hard looks from locals, rodents and vermin are a no go for me.I stayed at the Sheraton. As with most hotels of this class, one MUST be discreet and not return with an out-and-out working girl. When I book, I tell them two persons and my girlfriend will arrive later. FYI, RCI timeshares trade into the Sheraton.

Blk Big Bootyluv
07-11-10, 17:23
Anyone know about this place...

Hotel boutique plaza sucre, SUCRE OE2-36 Quito, Quito, EC

Basically, I'm looking for a place that I can bring girl(s) back to if I so choose without harrassment from hotel staff. I know how to carry myself when i'm out of town, so no wild orgies, where not allowed.

Obiter Dicta
07-20-10, 03:50
(1) I visited Ecuador from April 2010 through May 2010 and took the SIFA bus from Huanquilla, Ecuador to Tumbes in Peru. Soon the bus stopped in front of what I thought was the Ecuador immigration office where you get the exit visa stampled in your passport. I started to go out and asked the driver if that is where you get the exit stamp. I don't speak Spanish so I thought he told me that the office for getting the exist stamp was further ahead. What I realized later was that the driver probably did not want to stop there and to save time he simply gave me wrong info. By then we had reached the Peruvian immigration office and it was too late to go back and get my Ecuador exist visa.

(2) So my question is: will there be a problem if I wish to visit Ecuador again by bus from Peru, say in August or October?

Kngdf5
07-20-10, 08:49
(1) I visited Ecuador from April 2010 through May 2010 and took the SIFA bus from Huanquilla, Ecuador to Tumbes in Peru. Soon the bus stopped in front of what I thought was the Ecuador immigration office where you get the exit visa stampled in your passport. I started to go out and asked the driver if that is where you get the exit stamp. I don't speak Spanish so I thought he told me that the office for getting the exist stamp was further ahead. What I realized later was that the driver probably did not want to stop there and to save time he simply gave me wrong info. By then we had reached the Peruvian immigration office and it was too late to go back and get my Ecuador exist visa.

(2) So my question is: will there be a problem if I wish to visit Ecuador again by bus from Peru, say in August or October?When you re-enter Ecuador, hand them your papers like everything is 100% OK. IF they give you some crap, act totally confused and surprised. Speak a lot of English until they get tired of you, then pay the "fee".

Blk Big Bootyluv
07-20-10, 15:34
Does anyone know how much a taxi ride from UIO airport to Las Casas bajo or Mariscal sucre area should cost?

Zoso895
08-07-10, 21:28
I will be visiting in Quito for 3 weeks in November, and of course plan to plenty on mongering. I want to take a side trip up to Lima, Peru for a couple days while I am there. My question is, will I have any problems with Ecuador immigration coming back to Quito? This may be a dumb question, but this is South America, I don't want to have any problems.

Member #3453
08-18-10, 16:11
I am thinking of visiting for the first time. Can anybody give me a summary of the cost? I like bringing the girls back to my hotel for a few hours at a time. Which is a better hunting ground, clubs/bars, escorts, or massage parlors, and which is the city I should visit with the most potential for a newbie?

Mad Traveler
08-19-10, 00:04
I will be visiting in Quito for 3 weeks in November, and of course plan to plenty on mongering. I want to take a side trip up to Lima, Peru for a couple days while I am there. My question is, will I have any problems with Ecuador immigration coming back to Quito? This may be a dumb question, but this is South America, I don't want to have any problems.No, you will not have any problem coming back to Quito after visiting Peru. Just be prepared to pay $41 exit tax from Quito and $31 from Lima.

Mad Traveler
08-19-10, 00:12
I am thinking of visiting for the first time. Can anybody give me a summary of the cost? I like bringing the girls back to my hotel for a few hours at a time. Which is a better hunting ground, clubs/bars, escorts, or massage parlors, and which is the city I should visit with the most potential for a newbie?Chongos are your best bet in Quito and if you have good negotiation skills you can bring girls back to your hotel for a bargain. RTFF.

Saeta119
08-20-10, 04:00
I am thinking of visiting for the first time. Can anybody give me a summary of the cost? I like bringing the girls back to my hotel for a few hours at a time. Which is a better hunting ground, clubs/bars, escorts, or massage parlors, and which is the city I should visit with the most potential for a newbie?Quito and go to Cafe Rojo, that's all you need.

Erik2003
09-22-10, 23:19
This year I am for the second time in apartments Mariscal (Paez y Robles) and for the second time they robbed me: when I was n´t at home an other guest had stolen my key and took my camera and money. Although I was sure which person had robbed me (confrimed by the owner of the apartments) the police refused to take action.

If you have plans to take apartment here: be very careful and look for other options.

Aussie Greg
09-24-10, 22:47
Just flown from Medellin to Quit "LAN" drove to Coca (on Rio Napo 6 hours from Quito) and travelled down the river on a fast boat (Paisa girlfriend and I)from Coca to Nuevo Rocafuerte, Parque Yasuni, swam with the fresh water dolphins, then two more nights camping on the river until Mazan (15 minutes crossing by motorbike from the Rio Napo to the Rio Amazona, then 40 minutes in a fast boat to Iquitos, Peru.
Heading onto Leticia tomorow, then back to Bogota.

If any body would like more info, just ask.

I heading again to do this trip later in the year, anybody intertested, let me know.

Aussie Greg.

Tungurahua
10-01-10, 03:57
Calling your own policemen a bunch of ungrateful bandits?! lol.

Ecuador’s government declared a state of emergency on Thursday after protests by hundreds of police officers and members of the military produced a tense standoff between President Rafael Correa and rebellious elements of the security forces.

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/01/world/americas/01ecuador.html?_r=1

The Irish Times - Friday, October 1, 2010
by RORY CARROLL

POLICE AND military units stormed the airport in Ecuador’s capital and burned tyres in front of their bases yesterday in a chaotic rebellion over austerity measures that cut their benefits.

Scores of uniformed men overran the landing strip at Quito’s main airport, forcing flights to be cancelled, and others confronted the president, Rafael Correa, in a dramatic showdown at a police regimental barracks.

Mr Correa challenged the protesters to kill him, according to local media.

“I’m not taking one step back. Gentleman, if you want to kill the president, here he is, kill him if you have the guts.”

The rebel officers responded with shouts, stones and teargas canisters, prompting Mr Correa’s bodyguards to spirit him from the scene.

The protests rapidly spread to bases and barracks in three provinces, with witnesses reporting looting, compounding a political crisis that could prompt the president to dissolve parliament and rule by decree until elections.

There was no indication that Mr Correa faced assassination, nor that the government would fall. The head of the armed forces, Ernesto Gonzalez, said troops remained loyal to Mr Correa.

“We are in a state of law. We are loyal to the maximum authority, which is the president.” The foreign minister, Ricardo Patino, played down the severity of the protests. “This is not a popular mobilisation, it is not a popular uprising, it is an uprising by the police, who are ill-informed,” he told TV network Telesur. The central bank chief, Diego Borja, called for calm.

Ecuador has a tradition of protests but to see about 150 mutinous members of the air force swarm through Quito’s Mariscal Sucre international airport was a first. The action was followed by hundreds of soldiers and police in Quito and the commercial capital, Guayaquil, who blocked roads, lit tyres and fired teargas. “Respect our rights!” some shouted.

There were no immediate reports of casualties and the president showed no sign of backing down. “They are a bunch of ungrateful bandits. No one has supported the police as much as this government,” he said.

The protests were triggered by a law passed by congress on Wednesday that would end the practice of giving medals and bonuses with each promotion. It would also extend from five to seven years the usual period required for promotions. The law needs to be published before it takes effect.

Mr Correa is a US-trained economist who has tried to slim Ecuador’s bureaucracy. His own party, the Country Alliance, opposed the austerity measures, prompting his threat to dissolve congress.

The constitution allows the president to declare a political impasse and dissolve the assembly until a presidential and parliamentary election. The measure needs constitutional court approval.

http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/world/2010/1001/1224280081450.html

Incensed officers shoved Correa around earlier in the day, pelted him with water and doused him in tear gas when he tried to speak to rebellious officers. The 47-year-old leader was taken to the hospital after being nearly asphyxiated by the gas.

Hours after Correa was roughed up, and surrounded by dozens of insurgent cops outside the hospital, the president declared himself "practically captive."

Some 800 police officers in Quito joined the protest, which appeared to have arisen spontaneously. The number of participants outside the capital was unclear. Ecuador has 40,000 police officers.

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jKctbMk78vLE0q6KDZ3lYyL63y2wD9IIKD600?docId=D9IIKD600

Mr Correa has antagonised many powerful groups during his presidency, but the police have fared fairly well. In a bid to reduce corruption, he increased their salaries from $700 a month to $1,200.

http://www.economist.com/blogs/americasview/2010/09/ecuadors_striking_police

Member #3435
10-01-10, 15:49
Calling your own policemen a bunch of ungrateful bandits?! lol.

Ecuador’s government declared a state of emergency on Thursday after protests by hundreds of police officers.......

Tung:

Yeah Correa is a piece of work. Educated at Univ of Illinois, Champagne-Urbana where he says he spent some of the best years of his life yet never passes on an opportunity to gratuitously bash the U.S. He's one to talk.

I followed this story yesterday on 4 different Latin TV channels that are part of my satellite service including the long shootout last night that succeeded in rescuing Correa from the police hospital. Wow. Talk about reality TV. Among other things it was highly entertaining, riveting.

Even today, there are several unclear details that raise some suspicion IMO. Most important among them: How and by exactly who was Correa being detained inside the hospital? I'm not doubting he was. The amount of gunfire last night was convincing enough but it's still not explained this morning even though the same channels have continued wall to wall coveraged. The police deny he was being held and that he and his bodyguards were unmolested inside the hospital.

Another detail not clarified today is how the situation at Quito airport was resolved. Early news reports said it was seized by rebelling air force personnel, not police.

Unrest, looting and travel disruption erupted throughout the country.

Aussie Greg if you're still in Ecuador and you read this: Did you run into any problems?

Schwmm

AfAsia
10-02-10, 02:15
It`s pretty clear the CIA are destabilising Ecuador. Strength to President Correa and his people!

Member #4698
10-02-10, 02:36
It`s pretty clear the CIA are destabilising Ecuador. Strength to President Correa and his people!
I am shocked to read this! Are you saying that President Obama, savior of all humanity and noble peace prize winner would order such an imperialist action against the democratic socialist people’s government of Ecuador and specifically against President Correa himself?

To quote President Correa: “Socialism will continue. The Ecuadorian people voted for that. We are going to emphasize this fight for social justice, for regional justice. We are going to continue the fight to eliminate all forms of workplace exploitation within our socialist conviction: the supremacy of human work over capital. Nobody is in any doubt that our preferential option is for the poorest people, we are here because of them. Hasta la victoria siempre!”

Maybe the people of Ecuador are just getting tired of all the bull. Where is the progress? Social or economic.

Member #3435
10-02-10, 02:44
It`s pretty clear the CIA are destabilising Ecuador. Strength to President Correa and his people!Brilliant!

Woody53
11-23-10, 17:22
During the census next Sunday people are forced to stay indoors between 7 AM and 5 PM. Does anybody know how to avoid this? E.g. how to get a salvoconducto? I’ll be in Quito next weekend and I have better things to do. Any input is appreciated!

Abril
11-24-10, 05:21
Ha! Don't think that's happening.


During the census next Sunday people are forced to stay indoors between 7 AM and 5 PM. Does anybody know how to avoid this? E.g. how to get a salvoconducto? I’ll be in Quito next weekend and I have better things to do. Any input is appreciated!

Dirty Willy
11-25-10, 15:53
During the census next Sunday people are forced to stay indoors between 7 AM and 5 PM. Does anybody know how to avoid this? E.g. how to get a salvoconducto? I’ll be in Quito next weekend and I have better things to do. Any input is appreciated!

I was there for the census in 2001. I don't think there's any way around it. Absolutely nothing is open anyway.

You could just claim to be an ignorant foreigner that doesn't speak Spanish and see what happens. I wanted to try that but the family I was staying with advised against it.

Woody53
11-28-10, 16:24
I was there for the census in 2001. I don't think there's any way around it. Absolutely nothing is open anyway.

You could just claim to be an ignorant foreigner that doesn't speak Spanish and see what happens. I wanted to try that but the family I was staying with advised against it.It's worse than expected: The census is in full swing and I have never seen Quito that empty. Nobody is on the road, except police patrols.

In addition the so called "ley seca" is enforced. Between Friday and Monday morning no alcohol consumption is allowed and police is behind this too. This has the unpleasant side effect, that all chongos are closed. As I didn't know I took a taxi to cafe rojo last night which was closed too. The cab driver asked by radio but the response was: No hay nada.

Thus I'm afraid tonight (Sunday) woun't be better.

Member #4366
11-28-10, 21:09
It's worse than expected: The census is in full swing and I have never seen Quito that empty. Nobody is on the road, except police patrols.

In addition the so called "ley seca" is enforced. Between Friday and Monday morning no alcohol consumption is allowed and police is behind this too. This has the unpleasant side effect, that all chongos are closed. As I didn't know I took a taxi to cafe rojo last night which was closed too. The cab driver asked by radio but the response was: No hay nada.

Thus I'm afraid tonight (Sunday) woun't be better.
Being in Quito right now, I can confirm Woody's report. Yesterday (Saturday) I tried several chongos but they were all closed. Today, there is a curfew until 5 p.m. but the chongos will not open again before Monday afternoon. Bummer!

Sabalo
06-23-11, 04:20
I have been to almost every country in Central and South America but never to Ecuador. I'm looking for a local, guy or girl who wants to make a few bucks and help me out. Here's the situation, I want to go on a vacacation to Ecuador (and bring a Cuban chica along. As most are aware Cubans are not free to travel the world but are permitted to travel to Ecuador as long as a citizen of Ecuador prepares an invitation letter. I don't believe there is any risk on the Ecuadorians part if that person runs into problems. It's nothing like the laws that govern Cubans in the United States. My understanding of searching the Internet and talking with other People who have gone that it's quite a simple process. Obviously many Cubans are using this friendly government arrangement to import clothes and make a buck, try to fake a marriage and gain citizenship, but many cubans that have a few bucks just want to get out of Cuba for a few weeks. If anyone can help with advice or provide me with a solid contact please send me a private message.

Truckman
08-22-11, 20:53
What is the current cost of a Claro sim card? Also the cost per minute for said sim card.

Erik2003
10-08-11, 14:09
What is the current cost of a Claro sim card? Also the cost per minute for said sim card.In July this year I paid 15 dolar in an Claro office in Quito south.

Abril
10-12-11, 01:18
I don't know anything about Montanita other than it's a couple hours away from Guayaquil. NEVER travel out of Guayaquil at night from the airport. Get a hotel, leave the next morning.

Be safe.

ColoradoMonger
10-12-11, 16:29
I was in Guayaquil in mid-September. 2011, exporing the Malecon, when I "bumped into" a reasonably attractive, professionally-attired, middle-class looking 30-year-old female named "Ana / Anita". She said she was there on business from Lima, Peru, and her family business was women's undergarments. Soon we were holding hands, and I suggested we go to my or her hotel. She suggested mine, and that we pick up some beers on the way (by now, the more experienced among you are saying RED FLAG!). We get to my hotel and she heads up the stairs without leaving I'd at the front desk (red flag #2). We shower, do some sucking and fucking (and she says "Salud!" every time we change positions, and we drink) , I cum, clean up, return to bed, resume our conversation, and that's the last thing I remember for 15 hours. She obviously slipped a drug in my beer, probably when she exited the shower first and I was drying off. She took a couple of $75 cameras, all four memory cards (one with about 250 photos, the *****) , some personal items and maybe $100 cash. Fortunately she did not physically harm me, or find my hidden passport or credit cards, but she had full access to my suitcase while I was "out". I had heard of some Scopolamine druggings in Ecuador by hookers, but since she was not ostensibly a hooker (and she was not cute enough for me to pay to have sex with her) , she took me completely by surprise. Live and learn guys, and watch out for this scenario. Karma is a *****, and maybe her next victim will catch her and make her pay.

Professor 1
10-12-11, 23:04
Colorado, I am glad that you are okay The money can be replaced.

yoamolatinas
01-21-12, 22:00
If anyone would like a wingman please contact me.

Yoamolatinas

Concarne
03-23-12, 05:28
Just wondering: what is the travel time from Quito to Guayaquil? Bus, car vs plane if any? Any good beach town with action or is it BYO there?

Thanks!

Crypton
05-24-12, 23:00
Just wondering: what is the travel time from Quito to Guayaquil? Bus, car vs plane if any? Any good beach town with action or is it BYO there?

Thanks!Plane would be about an hour at the most.

DoomBringer321
09-18-12, 03:09
Remember that as of Sep 30 there will be another digit to all cell phones for ex you need to dial 094900940 to call me but as of Sep 30 in order to call me you would have to dial 0994900940. As allways if you call from overseas you have to dial the suffix code which is +593 then the cell number