Saludos from Guayaquil

[Pete E]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Excellent Post-One Q..., posted by Cali vet on Nov 30, 2003

I just pulled up a map.I see there is a national park right there,so you will probably like it.If its too remote or Quiet your Calena might go a little nuts on you,but good luck.
You might want to check the value or your car in Ecuador.The prices are high in Cali due to the duty and it might be cheaper and safer to buy one in Ecuador.Or they could be more,it varies by country.Plus get some serious advice on that drive if you do drive.
I immagine you will still be in Cali next week when I get there,I hope to meet you.I'm flying in Dec. 7.

Pete

[Cali vet]

... in response to So its Loja?, posted by Pete E on Nov 30, 2003

By the way if you're interested in Ecuador car prices look at www.autosecuador.com. We got a used Vitara but in Ecuador I might look for a Lada Niva 4x4. Saw a 2003 model for just under $5000 US.

[Cali vet]

... in response to So its Loja?, posted by Pete E on Nov 30, 2003

Yes cars are cheaper in Ecuador. Sent you an e-mail.

[Zorrowins]

... in response to Re: Excellent Post-One Question Though, posted by Cali vet on Nov 29, 2003

Hi Cali vet,

I was watching a show about an Indian(As from India) who was a naturalized US citizen but was studying to be a doctor in India. So he relocates to India with his Indian wife. Well after a while to bad guys notice him and his habits. They figure he's rich and are in cohots with the local corupt police. Long story short, they "arrest" him and hold him for ransom. He gets beaten half to death and tortured. Finally gets released and flees back to USA. He stated it never would have happened had (1) he lived there and they had time to observe him and (2) had he not been Indian-as they usually target only Indians. So I do understand and encourage you to follow your gut instincts. By the way I've heard Gualaljara, Mexico is wonderful. I don't know though.