Ecuador Travel

c. Is strongly recommended to get a cell phone. The cheapest are $30 or $40. Make sure you have enough minutes to make emergency calls. Carrying a cell phone could save your life. You can carry your own phone if it has roaming service but be sure to check your operator at home what the fees and charges will be for voice and data services in Ecuador.
d. Always take care with digital cameras, video cameras and other electronic devices. Do not leave such appliances on the beach because they are lovely things for robbers.

6. What is the electricity like?
a. Electricity along the southern coast, like all of Ecuador, is 127 volts at 60 cycles per second. If your device does not accept this level, you will need a converter. Most buildings along the southern coast are fully equipped with electricity, though some cabana style housing options might not have electricity, because they are more rustic.
b. For camera lovers always bring a 3 to 2 plug adapter to connect your battery chargers or laptop ac power cords. If you have a European connector, bring an adaptor to shift from 220 volts to 110 volts. This is cheaper and will allow you to travel without worries.

7. How can I reserve a hotel or tour?
Hotels fill quickly during peak season (June, July, August summer in the northern hemisphere). The southern hemisphere, including the Ecuadorian coast season, runs from January to March, In those seasons the hotels fill quickly at weekends but during the weekdays are quieter. It is possible to book trips online with many hotels and operators, but it is usually better to use Ecuadorian operators, both in terms of price and security. Be sure to reserve a room one week or more in advance during busy months. This can be done online or by telephone. Hotels often have their own tour operators or partnerships with operators to provide you with tours directly.

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