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CURRENCY:

The Ecuadorian currency is the American Dollar, effective in Ecuador as of 1997. 

Euro-checks, Euros, and other foreign currency are accepted in Quito and Guayaquil. 

It is advisable to bring travelers checks with you and some US dollars in cash. Remember to bring smaller bills better because US 100 bills are hard to change due to falsifications. 

In big cities you may purchase with credit cards such as: American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners. 

WEATHER:

In spite of Ecuador's location on the tropics, because of different altitudes, each region has its own climate and vegetation. Throughout the Coast and eastern jungle - the "Oriente" the weather is tropical, and in the Sierra or Andean Region, temperatures range from mild to cold. The rainy season is from October to May, with daily rain showers especially in the afternoons, although you may be surprised with very sunny days. The rest of the year there is almost no rainfall.
  


CLOTHING:

In Guayaquil, the Coast and the Oriente, you will need summer clothing all year around; however, in Quito and the Sierra in general, this is recommended only from May to August. For the rest of the year, you will need warm clothing and a raincoat.

COMMUNICATIONS:

Telephone, cellular and mobile phones, internet, mail.
 

AIRLINES OPERATING IN ECUADOR:

Train

There are two railroads in Ecuador very attractive for tourists.
 
Quito - Ibarra - San Lorenzo and Quito - Riobamba - Guayaquil / Guayaquil - Alausi, of which the latter is the most beautiful. Unfortunately, trains are old and slow and, due to their age, rails are frequently out of order and service is paralyzed for complete weeks and sometimes even months.
 

BUS

The most common urban and rural transportation means is the bus. 
Before using a bus, the tourist must seek precise information on schedules in order to avoid problems. 
There are many taxis or cabs in all cities and may be called by phone or on the streets. 
In case they don't have taximeters, you must bargain the price before you get on board.

CAR RENTAL:

The following car rental companies are available:

Your passport and credit cards are required as a guarantee. 
Generally, you will only need your driver's license or permit. 
Prices are generally marked according to the model and the Company's category. 
Before renting a car, please check the conditions of every contracted insurance, and the gas level or first drive will be to the gas station.
 
IMPORTANT!
 
The best beverage is mineral water. Tap water should be boiled at least 10 minutes before drinking. Even if some beverages look tempting in markets, don't try them.

During the first days you should be careful with everything you eat. Be very careful and do not eat lettuce or strawberries, they are ameba carriers. Due to hygienic reasons, don't eat or drink in markets.