Quito Travel Forum

any bus from quito to lima?? any bus company with online time table or schedule??

I recall someone saying they owned an equestrian centre around Quito?

I just can't seem to locate that member now, and am interested in finding them again. If it is you, do you mind getting in touch?

Or if someone else knows of a good horseriding ranch in Ecuador, can you let me know?

Many thanks,

Cat

Wondering if anyone has done this particular trip with OAT. It's 11 days; starting out in Quito, flying to Coca and spending 3 nights in the Amazon rain forest, then Hotel Reina Isabel in Quito, and 3 nights in the Galapagos on a small ship (85-95 feet) and small motor dinghies for wet landings during the day...or if you have any recommendations....

Is it true that as a foreigner you are charged approx. double the fare for internal flights??

Is it an unavoidable tax they charge you upon checking in? Or can you avoid the surcharge by buying tickets on-line??

Cheers,
Cat

PS we are arriving in Jan 2008, and I'm working on an itinerary and budget now.

Give suggestions for appropriate clothing while a tourist in Quito and traveling occasionally with tour groups--Both male & female attire

Hi, I'll be in the Naranjal area for the month of November 2007 - does anyone have any information on this area? Thanks so much, WallaWallapat

Is April a good time to travel to Quito? I want to stay a few days there and then to Tena.

Hi

i am thinking of going to lima with a friend in February 2008 and i wanted information on a trip to the galapagos islands for a few days. Has anyone had a trip there and can tell me what the trips are like and the duration? I want to book the trip when i am in Quito so has anyone done this and have any good suggestions for tourist agency there.

Kindest regards

Clive

Has anyone stayed here? Would they recommend this place? Is it safe? Is it close to sights, language schools, food, etc?

Is it possible to fly from Quito to Cuba. If so does anyone know a good webpage to sus out prices. Cheers

Can I withdraw US Currency by a VISA Card in Quito, or Ecador?

I'm looking for a great and affordable spanish language school most importantly then I will need to find a place to stay. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know!

I'm moving to Quito in 10 days, I'm going to live there for about four months, and I don't have a place to stay (!!). Anyone who knows about some average prized shared apartments, or at least some information about where I could look for one (web page, organization etc)? I appreciate any help!

Hello,

Is it worth going to this park if hiking is not to be done? I'm traveling with my parents who are in their 60s (yes, young enough to hike but...) who prefer easy strolls than strenous exercise.

If it still is, would you recommend a full day or half a day to soak in the beauty of the place?

Thanks much!
Raymond

We are going to be in Quito in the middle of September for about 5days. We would like to go in and see part of the rainforest

We are on a budget and would quite like whitewater.. But can anyone suggest anybody, also would we need to pre-book or would we just be able to turn up and go the next day?

Thanks

Where is Bella Vista?

what is transportation like in Quito, Ecuador

How ? - bus/ train ? where are good places to stop on the way?
Thanks

Hi,
I'm going to Quito for two months. I'll stay in Casa Oriente. Does anyone know the place? It is located at Yaguachi y Llona, the neighbourhood is safe enough?
thanks

Hi Equadites,

Does anyone have a lead on a good online web site for real estate in Quito, I have yet to find one. Thanks

Denise

hi- after visiting quito, i liked it so much that i bought a house in the colonial area. now i need to furnish it. i will be there from june 4th-15th to do this so i can rent it out for tourists while i'm not there, so i don't have a alot of time.
does anybody have furniture store recommendations and general price ranges? i wouldn't mind buying artisan style furniture, since i'm told that it is less expensive than american style pieces.
thanks so much! judy

It would be great to get a lot of good insider info from an informative expat blog. Is someone aware of any for the Quito area?

We are going to be south america in September and will be visiting Quito which we understand is a good place to visit amazon perhaps rafting.

Can somebody tell me how long we would need to allow to be able to go on small trip into rainforest rafting. Also we are very tight on time so are we better pre-booking or will we be able to turn up and organise in a day?

Thanks

We are travelling around South America and will be making our way from La Paz by public transport and so dont want to book flights incase we get stuck.

Can somebody tell me what availability is likely to be during september flying
Lima - Quito then Quito - Bogota

Would we be able to turn up and fly or would we be better off pre-booking and would pre-booking be cheaper

Thanks

MY WIFE AND I (FROM USA) ARE CONSIDERING A MOVE WITH OUR YOUNG KIDS TO QUITO AREA. WE HAVE BEEN TOLD CUMBAYA IS A NICE PLACE. CAN ANYONE HELP OUT WITH LIFE IN CUMBAYA?

Hello, I fly into Quito next week on the 3rd. Anybody around?

I am trying to travel from Lima to Quito. I am wondering what are some of the cheap ways to get there (are there any besides a bus? how much is a relatively inexpensive flight, for example?). Is it worth seeing some sights as I travel up to Quito? Also, there are tons of language schools in Quito. Are there any that have a particularly good reputation for college students? Are they really any different (I am hoping to do a home stay, if that makes any difference)?

Thanks,
Chris

We're very interested in going to Volcano Land while we are in Quito, just not sure if we should just do a day trip. We are not hikers, per se, but would enjoy exploring on "easy" hiking trails, and our teenage grandchildren (13,14 and 15 years old) want to try the horseback riding, and possibly the mountain biking.

My questions:
1. Is it worth doing a 2 day, 1 night stay at the hacienda that's advertised on
"volcanoland.com"?
2. Approximately how much would a taxi cost to drive us to Volcanoland and
pick us back up at the end of our stay?
3. Are the taxis large enough to fit 4 very thin people in the back? Or
can you fit 2 of us in the front with the driver and 3 in the back?
and so am I.

Any suggestions or comments on Volcanoland accomodations, food and staff would be appreciated.

I was told there is no place for snowboarding in Peru. Is it true ? Do I have to go all the way down to Chili?
Thank you!

I will have some time to hang out in Quito. maybe a week or so. I have two guide books, and some warnings on this site, that suggest staying in the "old town" is not safe. I have another book, and some other tips from this site, that suggest that the "old town" is the way to go. I usually like staying in the older sections of town. More character, etc. Besides the usual, basic precautions like, don't walk alone at night, take taxis, etc., Is the old part of Quito fine for accommodation?