Bob Read
Canadian looking for information about Ecuador
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About me
Canadian
Lives in BahÃa de Caráquez, ManabÃ
Speaks English, French, Spanish
Registration: 04 December 2017
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Does Google Maps work in Ecuador? by bkiser
It just hit me... this is a tool I use for all my traveling, but have never used it outside the US. It's going to be incredibly useful if it works there.
People here use Wayz Read More
Just for fun: Unusual cultural habits in Ecuador and around the world by Diksha
In this Just for fun thread, we would like to highlight unconventional customs which make Ecuador stand out. This is a chance, at the same time, to learn about other countriesÂ’ equally interesting traditions. 1. Which country considers cats to be ...
Hi Diksha, The habit of Ecuadorians to be late (up to an hour) is very common but I find the most unusual to be their habit of not making plans in advance. If they do they will almost always cancel those plans and make a new date. The only way ... Read More
Required health insurance to visit as tourist? by frankg69
I understand this is not longer in effect. Can tourists buy health insurance after arriving in Ecuador! If so,which company is best for a 71-year-old man?
We're having a meeting with someone with better knowledge than us, a local,today or tomorrow. I'll get back with the findings. Read More
Required health insurance to visit as tourist? by frankg69
I understand this is not longer in effect. Can tourists buy health insurance after arriving in Ecuador! If so,which company is best for a 71-year-old man?
First off we weren't asked about insurance when we arrived last Wednesday so I think that's off the table. My wife and I are in the middle of dealing with the insurance issue. I`m 72 and she is 70. We are planning to become permanent ... Read More