Has anyone been to Ecuador recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- New venues worth checking out
I was there a while back and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Trying to decide between this and Thailand.
Cheers
Is Ecuador still worth visiting in 2026?
Started by BirminghamBaz · 10 Mar 2026 · 1514 views
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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14 Mar 2026 at 01:24
Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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14 Mar 2026 at 13:24
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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18 Mar 2026 at 12:24
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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I was there in March and prices were about average. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: go early evening.
My tip: go early evening.
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I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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21 Mar 2026 at 11:24
Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at the hotel?
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 18:05
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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