Has anyone been to Ecuador recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- New venues worth checking out
I was there 6 months ago and had a mixed time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Transportation guide for Ecuador
Started by BerlinBound · 1 Mar 2026 · 1597 views
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I was there in February and prices were about average. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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3 Mar 2026 at 06:07
Word of caution — watch out for taxi scams at the airport. Other than that, great destination.
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4 Mar 2026 at 13:07
Did you use local sites or find girls at online?
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6 Mar 2026 at 04:07
Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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10 Mar 2026 at 15:07
Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
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12 Mar 2026 at 16:07
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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Did you use local sites or find girls at the hotel?
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
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15 Mar 2026 at 13:07
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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