Most visitors to the Galapagos Islands pass through the capital city of Quito on the way in and the way out. Here are a few basic things to know about Ecuador.
- The Ecuadorian people are awesome. We found everyone to be very friendly. Also, we were pretty much left alone. Only a handful of people approached us about anything on the street.
- They speak Spanish and not much English. The nicer hotels will obviously have English-speaking staff but not so much in the coffee shops and restaurants.
- Ecuador uses US currency. They made the switch back in 2009. This obviously makes it very easy for US tourists.
- Ecuador uses 2-prong 100-volt electrical outlets. Again, another convenience for Americans because we don't need to bring a travel charger. NOTE: I saw very few three-prong outlets though most people don't travel with anything that requires a 3-prong grounded outlet.
- Like most of South America, in Ecuador you do not flush toilet paper. Toilet paper goes in the bin next to the toilet. This is true in the nicer hotels, all of the homes, and when you are on your Galapagos boat. I did notice that at the airport in Quito a sign specifically said it was OK to flush paper but that is a very modern facility.
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