Visited Ecuador for 12 days. Solid experience. Scene is active. Pricing excellent value.
Spent $61/day. Best part: variety.
Overall: 8/10. Would return.
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Ecuador — comparing to other destinations
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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4 Mar 2026 at 16:08
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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11 Mar 2026 at 16:07
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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15 Mar 2026 at 23:45
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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20 Mar 2026 at 12:32
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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20 Mar 2026 at 22:06
I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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