What on Earth is this guy doing on RUclips? Sensible, self-deprecating, full of knowledge and actually plans before he turns on the camera? Well done Wolters, from a very discerning subscriber.
Great video. I studied abroad in Quito, Ecuador and lived there for 4 months. While in Ecuador I got to visit all 4 regions of the country and get a good taste of all it has to offer. It has truly left a lasting impact on my life and I have to say that Ecuador is a very underrated country and a place I think a lot more people should visit. It would be cool to see you do a video on all the cool things to do in Quito, Cuenca, Guayaquil, and other spots in the country :)
thank you so much for your comment about my country because your opinion is very important for us Ecuadorians . I wish that you can state in my country for more time and enjoy it ! good time
You forget to mention that folks should watch their step on the sidewalks when walking around the cities. Best to stay off phone and pay attention to where your stepping. There are plenty of obstacles that can trip you up. Stop walking if you want to see something for a moment. Its also best to develop the habit of just keeping an eye around you as well as looking down.
I'm ecuadorian/canadian currently living in ecuador. This country is amazing. Yes always be careful, keep an eye on your belongings. Tap water is fine in ambato, in the coast yes never drink the tap water. In a lot of places the tap water is fine.
Great tips! I spent time in Ecuador last year and only spent a night in Quito before going to our Hacienda near Cotopaxi, at just under 12,000 feet. I came down with altitude sickness which was terrible, but it eventually started getting better. But our hike up Cotopaxi was SO difficult, just because the lack of oxygen! I knew it would be tough, but it gives a new perspective when you watch climbers on Everest taking a step at a time. We hiked to 16,000 feet and it was rough going!
You should have given yourself several weeks to acclimate to the altitude before doing the climb. Even young, healthy people have died from altitude sickness attempting extreme sports activities before their bodies had a chance to adapt. I was in Quito for just a few hours, so it didn't bother me there, but after about 3 days in Cuenca, which is only at 8,500 feet, I started having problems. Couldn't walk fast or any distance without shortness of breath and chest pain so severe I thought I was having a heart attack. After 11 days, it started to get better, but it was time to leave, so I never found out if I am one of those who never adjusts. It's a thing one has to respect.
Good review of Ecuador. The only thing I would add is carry lots of small bills or dollar coins. Getting change, especially for $20's, is not that easy.
+Pan I am moving to your beautiful country next year and I am so excited.. Will be living in Malacatos and Gonzanama.. I am a musician and plan to get totally involved in the local community and will be running an organic farm .. ecuador está un hermosa lindo país y muchos tradiciones y cultura de los indígenas..Naturaleza de EC está surreale y maravillosa y un experiencia de alma y corazón.. Feliz Navidad y muchos bendiciones para ti y familia
I am moving to Ecuador next year and am so excited I can barely stand it.. I am a musician and am moving to a purely spanish speaking village.. I have zero fear of going there even though I have never been there.. Many Americans go there and speak no spanish and have no intentions to mingle with the locals.BIG mistake on their part as they are missing out on everything that makes Ecuador..It is a country that is sacred and intimate and ancient.. I am thrilled to spend the rest of my life there and I will make every day a special and sacred adventure! Merry Christmas and Thanks for your great video +Wolters World
Don't be naive. Anyway take precautions and be carefull. Two month ago russian tourist was assaulted and killed in Ancient town of Quito. I was living there five years and was assaulted three times with guns and knife...
Facts! Most of the tourists do not mingle with locals (they are missing a lot about the culture)! Ecuadorian people (like 95%) are nice with tourists, but like in every other place, you gotta be careful who you talk to.
Pia Salvato I watched many videos on the monks that speak to Jesus weekly. Jesus is preparing them and the world for his return. I’d love to go there too to experience it. Intense messages, South America will be the new eden 🌺
It may be normal for the locals but that doesn't mean for foreigners it'll be okay. I was just in Cuenca and my family whenever I asked for water, I was always given a bottle cause we don't know how the water there effect me
Although Taxis are cheap, most of them will try to charge you more if they see you are a tourist. That's why its always better to use Uber or Cabify (they are only available in the big cities).
Quito's north side by the park and the old town are pretty safe. Take a hotel shuttle to the south side bus station if need be. The station is modern and safe but outside of it not so much. Banos de Santa agua is really awesome and safe. Riobomba is also pretty safe. Ecuadorian people are very friendly. The food was very good mostly farm fresh. Get out of the big cities, the smaller towns are much better. The bus rides are not a problem except there slow. Talk to your hotel about doing tours. They will often get you the best deal and experience. .l Lastly stay where white people stay. Watch your drink, dont get drunk. Go home when the kids in a town go home at night, (10 pm usually) are always a good way of avoiding trouble.
Good Job on the altitude sickness, that can definitely be an issue. Oh and careful if you go to Guayaquil, that City can be a little dangerous. Both of my parents are from Ecuador.
Three Main Points about Ecuador. 1)Be Careful walking in the wood or forest as there are Mountain Lions,Called Jaguars or Pumas. They are Lions that will kill you. 2)Do not go to Quito Bus Station ever EVER. 3)Chimborazo is not a place to go unless you understand that you will be 2 kilometres above the Summit of Everest.
For many of you Travelers and visitors just do your homework and you'll be fine en Ecuador because this is for everyone to enjoy fun amazing the views and the beauty especially excited 1 fun playing kids and romance and love so enjoy
Good advice, Wolter, but I would add or amplify a couple of things. You should make sure all your regular immunisations are up to date, and should see a travel doctor about what specific extras you should get: yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis, etc. S/he might also recommend acetazolamide to help avoid altitude sickness while you get acclimatised. There is one place where you can totally drink the water, and that's Cuenca. We're in our late 70s and drink bottled water everywhere else, but in a total of several months in Cuenca, we've never, ever, been sick. As far as mosquitoes and biting flies are concerned, down in the Amazon rainforest, you need the effective repellents, deet and icaridin both, and should ALSO wear long sleeves. Things like citronella are much less effective. There are also a lot of dangerous snakes, so knee-high rubber boots are a must for hiking there. A lot of lodges have them to lend, but we carry our own just to be sure. So take sensible precautions, but enjoy a beautiful and friendly country.
I'm starting to research our trip to Galapagos to see if it's do able or not. My son is allergic to peanuts and other nuts, so I really do appreciate this warning. I was going to go prepared with written note in Spanish but it's good to know ahead of time that some of their cuisines do use peanuts. Thank you!
I reside in cuenca and I lived before in Quito I drink the water from the tap every day ,water is clean in ecuador many some part not but most of ecuador water is potable also I have not seen any mosquito in south ecuador nor in quito
You can drink the tap water in Cuenca. Local, expat or traveler, doesn't matter who's drinking the water. Not only is Cuenca tap water very safe, but it also tastes good. Eating fresh fruit and vegetables shouldn't pose a problem either in many parts of the country.
I'm in Ecuador right now and loving it. The only safety issue so far was a "corrupt" traffic officer giving us a speeding ticket without speeding. (actually he didn't gave us a physical ticket just wanted $26 fine for speeding...) other than that Ecuador is awesome!
We live in Cuenca. Do your homework and you will learn that Cuenca's tap water is the safest in South America. It is, in fact, safer than many municipalities in the US. This does not apply to other areas.
Cuenca gets its water from the fresh water lakes in the Cajas mountains, while the rest of the nation does not. It's the only place you can drink the tap water.
Great idea for a video. When I was in Quito I made the (stupid) mistake of walking down the Panecillo around dusk, with my camera equipment. OF COURSE I was robbed - and learned an important lesson. Luckily for me, all they were after was cash, which I provided from a decoy wallet I was carrying. I got extremely lucky. He could have taken my camera equipment too. If I had done just a minimal amount or research about the Panecillo before going I would have known better than to be walking around there after dark by myself!
Thanks guys! I love your videos! We are planning a 3-4 months family trip in 3 years, and South America might be the place where we'll go. So thanks again for all those great tips!
@@gardeniabrune2125 Yep! We went last year from February to May! Amazing trip! First in Peru, then Argentina, then Chile and finally Costa Rica! And since we were still in the pandemic, there were almost no tourists!
When Jocelyn was talking about food allergies, I immediately thought of something. Could you guys do a video on dietary restrictions and food intolerances/allergies while traveling? I have a dairy sensitivity (lactose/milk protein intolerance) so I can only have a small amount of dairy unless I take some Lactaid to eat something with a larger amount of milk. I would really appreciate it if you did a video that addresses this specific issue.
+Wolters World I've watched enough videos for so long that I know for certain that Mark wants to retire in France while Jocelyn wants to live in Nicaragua. 😀👍
My family and I are planning our first trip around the world and your videos have been playing on our t.v 24.7 lol. We would love to go to Egypt but were abit worried. Can you please do a video on what places you do not recommend for safety reasons?
Went to Egypt in 2016 and it was awesome! We had a private tour guide and driver which I definitely recommend. If you want to go to Egypt, then you have to go. It is amazing
Great videos, going to Salinas area end of 2019 or soon after. May stay 6 months or more if I like it, can't wait for this new adventure. All the best to you and your family. I'm 68 and retired so will have plenty of time, thanks again.
My boyfriend is Ecuadorian so I been wanting to learn more about Ecuador. I know he wants to go back someday and if we have a future together then I might have to move there with him. I'm going to save your videos about Ecuador and South America in a playlist to look back on if the time comes or whenever I am able to visit.
Jasmine Dyer Just see if you can find a job there first. There are so many Venezuelan there and the all want to get a job. Some of the Venezuelan are highly educated and speak English. Venezuelan are all over in South America looking for a better live. If you have a future with your boyfriend let him come to your country.
Evelin Holmes Well he lives in the US. I believe he is the only one in his family that is an American born citizen but to him Ecuador is his home because he got family there. I don’t know if there is a future since we just started dating but it’s always good to learn Spanish and to learn more about his country and the culture.
Totally understand. But a lot of Ecuadorians want to come to the US and Canada. To get better jobs and make more money then go back home . Yes Ecuador is nice and warm and retired people move there for the weather. We both tried but the lifestyle was not for us. God bless that can make a go of it. Not everthing is for everyone.👍
Shady?? Where did you hang out in Quito? broken bottle fences are everywhere in S America.. Ecuador is a developing country so you wont see Little America there.. THANK GOD.. Nothing shady about Ecuador!
The rate of crime in Cuenca is low and even lower in small towns. It increased a bit because of the migration of people, but is not that bad if you compare it with other cities or countries. I believe that is one of the reasons of why a lot of retire people live there.
I see people out here saying to drink the tap water , it is fine. DON'T DO IT !!! I was there last year and got all messed up from the water , and I have a pretty cast iron stomach. Why take the chance ?
What kind of amazon trip is there to book as they all seem so costly can you recommend anything .. also please which particular anti mosquito spray .. nothing has worked do far
@@mynickname4884 There are many towns and ski resorts in Colorado near or over 3000 meters above sea level, which is the same elevation as Quito and other cities in the Andes.
🙏💞💕❤♥️♥️💞God, I know that I am a sinner. I know that I deserve the consequences of my sin. However, I am trusting in Jesus Christ as my Savior. I believe that His death and resurrection provided for my forgiveness. I trust in Jesus and Jesus alone as my personal Lord and Savior. Thank you Lord, for saving me and forgiving me! Amen!"
Can anybody tell me if i really need to get vaccinated before going to Ecuador traveling from United States? I know they suggest to get the yellow fever vaccine, but is it a requirement? Thanks
What on Earth is this guy doing on RUclips? Sensible, self-deprecating, full of knowledge and actually plans before he turns on the camera? Well done Wolters, from a very discerning subscriber.
Thank you
got back from ecuador about a month ago. wonderful country, proud to be ecuadorian!
i haven’t been there in 7 years i miss it but sadly i cannot visit anymore
Hell yea
My boyfriend is Ecuadorian too
Viva Ecuador same bruh I am Ecuadorian too
As an Ecuadorian I want to thank you for making such a great video about my country
as a visitor to ecuador i want to say thank you for having so much to enjoy in your country. we loved it
Tambien aqui
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Great video. I studied abroad in Quito, Ecuador and lived there for 4 months. While in Ecuador I got to visit all 4 regions of the country and get a good taste of all it has to offer. It has truly left a lasting impact on my life and I have to say that Ecuador is a very underrated country and a place I think a lot more people should visit.
It would be cool to see you do a video on all the cool things to do in Quito, Cuenca, Guayaquil, and other spots in the country :)
thank you so much for your comment about my country because your opinion is very important for us Ecuadorians . I wish that you can state in my country for more time and enjoy it ! good time
We will welcome you everywhere I am from my family is from Bahia and half live in the Amazon orente
Watch JP and Amelia. They cover Cuenca and some cities along the coast.
Tap water in Quito is cleaner than in the US. In fact, most bottled water here is just tap water.
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Yeah I doubt you’ll get sick from the tap water.
Ecuadorian people are very friendly. Are there issues? Of course, but a terrific country.
Wonderful people
You forget to mention that folks should watch their step on the sidewalks when walking around the cities. Best to stay off phone and pay attention to where your stepping. There are plenty of obstacles that can trip you up. Stop walking if you want to see something for a moment. Its also best to develop the habit of just keeping an eye around you as well as looking down.
I'm ecuadorian/canadian currently living in ecuador. This country is amazing. Yes always be careful, keep an eye on your belongings.
Tap water is fine in ambato, in the coast yes never drink the tap water. In a lot of places the tap water is fine.
what about Manta?
safe to drink h2o there ?
@@walterdavies6434 when I was there the locals did not recommend drinking the tap water.
@@dicitalore605 t.y.
As far as drinking water you can drink water straight from the tap in Cuenca. The water flows from the Cajas mountains and is famous for its' purity.
Great tips! I spent time in Ecuador last year and only spent a night in Quito before going to our Hacienda near Cotopaxi, at just under 12,000 feet. I came down with altitude sickness which was terrible, but it eventually started getting better. But our hike up Cotopaxi was SO difficult, just because the lack of oxygen! I knew it would be tough, but it gives a new perspective when you watch climbers on Everest taking a step at a time. We hiked to 16,000 feet and it was rough going!
You should have given yourself several weeks to acclimate to the altitude before doing the climb. Even young, healthy people have died from altitude sickness attempting extreme sports activities before their bodies had a chance to adapt. I was in Quito for just a few hours, so it didn't bother me there, but after about 3 days in Cuenca, which is only at 8,500 feet, I started having problems. Couldn't walk fast or any distance without shortness of breath and chest pain so severe I thought I was having a heart attack. After 11 days, it started to get better, but it was time to leave, so I never found out if I am one of those who never adjusts. It's a thing one has to respect.
Good review of Ecuador. The only thing I would add is carry lots of small bills or dollar coins. Getting change, especially for $20's, is not that easy.
and lots and lots of quarters and dollar coins for taxis and small purchases in the open air markets.
Pround Ecuadorian living in the states, Love the videos you make 💕🇪🇨
Thank you Pan! we loved our time in Ecuador
+Pan I am moving to your beautiful country next year and I am so excited.. Will be living in Malacatos and Gonzanama.. I am a musician and plan to get totally involved in the local community and will be running an organic farm .. ecuador está un hermosa lindo país y muchos tradiciones y cultura de los indígenas..Naturaleza de EC está surreale y maravillosa y un experiencia de alma y corazón.. Feliz Navidad y muchos bendiciones para ti y familia
I am moving to Ecuador next year and am so excited I can barely stand it.. I am a musician and am moving to a purely spanish speaking village.. I have zero fear of going there even though I have never been there.. Many Americans go there and speak no spanish and have no intentions to mingle with the locals.BIG mistake on their part as they are missing out on everything that makes Ecuador..It is a country that is sacred and intimate and ancient.. I am thrilled to spend the rest of my life there and I will make every day a special and sacred adventure!
Merry Christmas and Thanks for your great video +Wolters World
Don't be naive. Anyway take precautions and be carefull. Two month ago russian tourist was assaulted and killed in Ancient town of Quito. I was living there five years and was assaulted three times with guns and knife...
Facts! Most of the tourists do not mingle with locals (they are missing a lot about the culture)! Ecuadorian people (like 95%) are nice with tourists, but like in every other place, you gotta be careful who you talk to.
Pia Salvato I watched many videos on the monks that speak to Jesus weekly. Jesus is preparing them and the world for his return. I’d love to go there too to experience it. Intense messages, South America will be the new eden 🌺
@@TheUntubed I believe you wholehartedly !!!!
Alexis, ALL you need is ECUADOR, Go back to your jungle!!!
Hello from the USA...thanks for all u advise .great .for those that have no idea about Ecuador. .
You can totally drink tap water! (Except in the coast). I'm from Cuenca and water is totally safe to drink!
It may be normal for the locals but that doesn't mean for foreigners it'll be okay. I was just in Cuenca and my family whenever I asked for water, I was always given a bottle cause we don't know how the water there effect me
Although Taxis are cheap, most of them will try to charge you more if they see you are a tourist. That's why its always better to use Uber or Cabify (they are only available in the big cities).
i was able to go a handful of years ago and the cloud forest really is great
Quito's north side by the park and the old town are pretty safe. Take a hotel shuttle to the south side bus station if need be. The station is modern and safe but outside of it not so much. Banos de Santa agua is really awesome and safe. Riobomba is also pretty safe. Ecuadorian people are very friendly. The food was very good mostly farm fresh. Get out of the big cities, the smaller towns are much better. The bus rides are not a problem except there slow.
Talk to your hotel about doing tours. They will often get you the best deal and experience.
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Lastly stay where white people stay. Watch your drink, dont get drunk. Go home when the kids in a town go home at night, (10 pm usually) are always a good way of avoiding trouble.
I am moving to Malacatos and Gonzanama .. perfect places
Hi, one correction Cuenca has safe water , ISO certificated for production and distribution. Great vídeo.
Good Job on the altitude sickness, that can definitely be an issue. Oh and careful if you go to Guayaquil, that City can be a little dangerous.
Both of my parents are from Ecuador.
I’m Ecuadorian and these all are very good tips haha
I love Ecuador. I found your advice to be spot on. Glad that you included a section on speed bumps, which are more like small hills.
Three Main Points about Ecuador.
1)Be Careful walking in the wood or forest as there are Mountain Lions,Called Jaguars or Pumas. They are Lions that will kill you.
2)Do not go to Quito Bus Station ever EVER.
3)Chimborazo is not a place to go unless you understand that you will be 2 kilometres above the Summit of Everest.
I saw your video of Poland and the lack of good service and poker faces. Nothing like that in Ecuador 🇪🇨
i saw that also! I am polish and planning on moving to ecuador in the near future.
For many of you Travelers and visitors just do your homework and you'll be fine en Ecuador because this is for everyone to enjoy fun amazing the views and the beauty especially excited 1 fun playing kids and romance and love so enjoy
Good advice, Wolter, but I would add or amplify a couple of things. You should make sure all your regular immunisations are up to date, and should see a travel doctor about what specific extras you should get: yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis, etc. S/he might also recommend acetazolamide to help avoid altitude sickness while you get acclimatised.
There is one place where you can totally drink the water, and that's Cuenca. We're in our late 70s and drink bottled water everywhere else, but in a total of several months in Cuenca, we've never, ever, been sick.
As far as mosquitoes and biting flies are concerned, down in the Amazon rainforest, you need the effective repellents, deet and icaridin both, and should ALSO wear long sleeves. Things like citronella are much less effective. There are also a lot of dangerous snakes, so knee-high rubber boots are a must for hiking there. A lot of lodges have them to lend, but we carry our own just to be sure.
So take sensible precautions, but enjoy a beautiful and friendly country.
Thanks so much this was helpful for my planning. Can't wait to be in Quito and Galapagos in April! Safe travels!
Have a great trip!
Great video. tap water in the HIGHLANDS is more cleaner than in the US. About the altitude ! it is true, but just for a few days.
I'm starting to research our trip to Galapagos to see if it's do able or not. My son is allergic to peanuts and other nuts, so I really do appreciate this warning. I was going to go prepared with written note in Spanish but it's good to know ahead of time that some of their cuisines do use peanuts. Thank you!
Please make more videos on Ecuador!
I agree
Mark, I have to give you kuddos for not saying "and stuff like that...".
Ecuador is the paradise to vegans 😋🍍🍌🥥🥦🥑🥔🥜🍞🌰🍓🍫🍈🌶️🍅🍄🌽🍠
I reside in cuenca and I lived before in Quito I drink the water from the tap every day ,water is clean in ecuador many some part not but most of ecuador water is potable also I have not seen any mosquito in south ecuador nor in quito
Mosquitoes aren't fond of super high altitude.
You can drink the tap water in Cuenca. Local, expat or traveler, doesn't matter who's drinking the water. Not only is Cuenca tap water very safe, but it also tastes good.
Eating fresh fruit and vegetables shouldn't pose a problem either in many parts of the country.
Ecuador is great !! And very cheap for extreme activities ;)
and the people were top nothc too
My friends family is from Ecuador. As usual you help out a ton
thank you! we loved it in Ecuador.
Ecuador sounds fun
Cuenca is the CLEANIST city in the world. If you own a shop, you are responsible to clean it VERY WELL.
I totally agree. It is very clean, including the water. People are generally conservative and polite. We love it here.
I'm in Ecuador right now and loving it. The only safety issue so far was a "corrupt" traffic officer giving us a speeding ticket without speeding. (actually he didn't gave us a physical ticket just wanted $26 fine for speeding...) other than that Ecuador is awesome!
ecuador is so beautiful. i am ecuatoriana
Drink the tap water in Ecuador its safe😊
Hell no
We live in Cuenca. Do your homework and you will learn that Cuenca's tap water is the safest in South America. It is, in fact, safer than many municipalities in the US. This does not apply to other areas.
Manny N why not?
Cuenca gets its water from the fresh water lakes in the Cajas mountains, while the rest of the nation does not. It's the only place you can drink the tap water.
Good call on the salads prepared with the water
Wolter, GREAT VIDEO, EXCELLENT ADVICE. THANK YOU.
Great idea for a video. When I was in Quito I made the (stupid) mistake of walking down the Panecillo around dusk, with my camera equipment. OF COURSE I was robbed - and learned an important lesson. Luckily for me, all they were after was cash, which I provided from a decoy wallet I was carrying. I got extremely lucky. He could have taken my camera equipment too. If I had done just a minimal amount or research about the Panecillo before going I would have known better than to be walking around there after dark by myself!
Good tips thanks! Back flips and drones are fun sometimes..... ; )
Haven’t been back to Ecuador in 16 years.. thank you. Trying to go back and visit
Most relevant video on RUclips for a first time traveller to Ecuador. New subscriber
Quito and Cuenca are cold and cloudy most times; no need for suntan lotion.
Love your videos! Thanks for the help!
Thank you Nick!
thanks man! great tips
When are you coming to Colombia we have everything a walled city in THE sea-Cartagena a salt catedral 600 feets undergrunda
Thanks guys! I love your videos! We are planning a 3-4 months family trip in 3 years, and South America might be the place where we'll go. So thanks again for all those great tips!
Did u go?
@@gardeniabrune2125 Yep! We went last year from February to May! Amazing trip! First in Peru, then Argentina, then Chile and finally Costa Rica! And since we were still in the pandemic, there were almost no tourists!
You hit it right on the spot. The one thing I respectfully disagree is about people being nice.
When Jocelyn was talking about food allergies, I immediately thought of something. Could you guys do a video on dietary restrictions and food intolerances/allergies while traveling? I have a dairy sensitivity (lactose/milk protein intolerance) so I can only have a small amount of dairy unless I take some Lactaid to eat something with a larger amount of milk. I would really appreciate it if you did a video that addresses this specific issue.
It would be really easy to deal with lactose intolerance because they don't seem to cook much with milk. Ask about cheese when you order your food.
Mark, I have a question, what is the one country that you have visited that you would absolutely LOVE to live with your family in?
I'd like to know that too
there are actually a few countries, Italy, France, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Greece, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, USA, and a few more places.
+Wolters World I've watched enough videos for so long that I know for certain that Mark wants to retire in France while Jocelyn wants to live in Nicaragua. 😀👍
@@tosht2515 I think you've watched more of our videos than I have Tosh :)
THANKS for visiting .my County great videos
My family and I are planning our first trip around the world and your videos have been playing on our t.v 24.7 lol. We would love to go to Egypt but were abit worried. Can you please do a video on what places you do not recommend for safety reasons?
Pretty much what the state department says not to go to we kind of stay away from to be honest. otherwise we are pretty open on where we go
Went to Egypt in 2016 and it was awesome! We had a private tour guide and driver which I definitely recommend.
If you want to go to Egypt, then you have to go. It is amazing
I heard the place where they have the Equator line and tourist spot is not actually the real equator.
+coolalvin2 no it isnt it is a few 100 yards away and they have the demonstrations with the egg there and the water running thingy..
Sweet and coffee in Ecuador is amazing
Great videos, going to Salinas area end of 2019 or soon after. May stay 6 months or more if I like it, can't wait for this new adventure. All the best to you and your family. I'm 68 and retired so will have plenty of time, thanks again.
super country🌍🏝
just boil the tap water and you are good to go
Crime, health, driving dangers, etc. are not "issues." The are concerns and problems. Euphemisms don't change that.
Thank you! Going to Quito today!
Yes thank you so much!!! Very helpful 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
thank you
Hi Wolter! Great tips! Most of these are not Ecuador specific but apply to most of Latin America.
That water you get in hotels is probably tap water FYI
My boyfriend is Ecuadorian so I been wanting to learn more about Ecuador. I know he wants to go back someday and if we have a future together then I might have to move there with him. I'm going to save your videos about Ecuador and South America in a playlist to look back on if the time comes or whenever I am able to visit.
Jasmine Dyer Just see if you can find a job there first. There are so many Venezuelan there and the all want to get a job.
Some of the Venezuelan are highly educated and speak English.
Venezuelan are all over in South America looking for a better live.
If you have a future with your boyfriend let him come to your country.
Evelin Holmes Well he lives in the US. I believe he is the only one in his family that is an American born citizen but to him Ecuador is his home because he got family there. I don’t know if there is a future since we just started dating but it’s always good to learn Spanish and to learn more about his country and the culture.
Totally understand. But a lot of Ecuadorians want to come to the US and Canada. To get better jobs and make more money then go back home .
Yes Ecuador is nice and warm and retired people move there for the weather. We both tried but the lifestyle was not for us. God bless that can make a go of it. Not everthing is for everyone.👍
Excellent video.
Yes great advise .u absolutely .R ..🇪🇨
Great video honest and informative
When I was in Ecuador, the capital was shady as it could be. Broken bottles glued to the top of walls and fences
That is in lots of cities in south America
Pretty standard everywhere in South America, regardless of how nice the area is or not.
That and railings on windows is very common in south America
Especially in the larger cities
Shady?? Where did you hang out in Quito? broken bottle fences are everywhere in S America.. Ecuador is a developing country so you wont see Little America there.. THANK GOD.. Nothing shady about Ecuador!
Very informative Thank you.
hi, is there any need for vaccination before going to Ecuador for work?
What about crime in small towns like Chordeleg ?
We hop to retire in Ecuador...maybe Cuenca...maybe a smaller town.
Thx !
The rate of crime in Cuenca is low and even lower in small towns. It increased a bit because of the migration of people, but is not that bad if you compare it with other cities or countries. I believe that is one of the reasons of why a lot of retire people live there.
THANKS for u advice great advise ..
Mark, did you and your wife quit your day jobs to travel ? It seems like you are always on the road.
Sadly we are not quite there yet... a few million subscribers and we can think about it :)
Thank You.
Going tomorrow to my native Cuenca. I love the U.S.A, 100% L.A is better.
Thanks, great video. I'm curious to know of a safe, and budget friendly way to travel between cites. Any recommended tour packages for Ecuador?
I see people out here saying to drink the tap water , it is fine. DON'T DO IT !!! I was there last year and got all messed up from the water , and I have a pretty cast iron stomach. Why take the chance ?
Great video, very helpful.
What kind of amazon trip is there to book as they all seem so costly can you recommend anything .. also please which particular anti mosquito spray .. nothing has worked do far
I like backflips with drums footage, but your vids are better I guess. 😊 😊 😊
lol
Wrist bands for mosquitoes?? What are those?
not for mosquitos but for motion sickness
hi. please tell me what is the current criminal situation in Ecuador? do the police often check the documents and visas of tourists?
Like 'anywhere else' just avoid the guettos, remember crime in Ecuador is not the same as the US.
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I got altitude sickness when traveling to Colorado. 10/10 would not recommend.
Altitude sickness mainly in Quito but they have ways to combat that.. Antacids will do the trick and resting ro adjust for two days
Cuenca and Quito are much higher than Colorado. The Andes are not for you.
@@mynickname4884 There are many towns and ski resorts in Colorado near or over 3000 meters above sea level, which is the same elevation as Quito and other cities in the Andes.
You refer to the "Altiplano". That is in Bolivia. In Ecuador it's called "Páramo"
Great video!
This dude is EVERYWHERE!
I know right
Mark, are you planning a trip to New Zealand?
we will get there hopefully in the next year or so
Txn. BTW Interesting video from Warsaw.
LOTS OF GOOD INTEL'
I'm from Bangladesh. I want to visit Ecuador.
Great spot for a video! 👍
Great video
thanks
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Can anybody tell me if i really need to get vaccinated before going to Ecuador traveling from United States? I know they suggest to get the yellow fever vaccine, but is it a requirement? Thanks
It is not a requirement in Ecuador to get a yellow fever vaccine
The rate of getting yellow fever is low in the country