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Quito Clubhouse
Most common questions asked about Quito, SAE, and Ecuador:Does it make financial sense for me to pay $60 per year to join SAE? Probably, depending on what your plans are. We have arranged discounts for our members at 200 establishments in Ecuador and 1,200 across South America. Most tour agencies, hostels, restaurants, Spanish schools, etc. offer at least 10% off for SAE members. So if you're thinking of taking a trip to the Galapagos, for example, you'll probably pay $600 minimum for the trip. That saves you $60 right there! So you've effectively saved $10 on just one trip. Imagine the savings on weeks of Spanish classes and hostel-hopping. Plus, you'll have access to all of our other fabulous resources like free luggage storage, free mail delivery, and loads and loads of trip-planning information. How do I get to and from the airport, and how much should it cost? You can easily take a taxi from the airport to La Mariscal for around $5. When you get in the cab, tell the driver where you're going. He should either put on the meter or you should agree on a price BEFORE the ride begins. A ride to the Old Town (el Centro Viejo) should cost no more than $8. Is it safe to walk around at night? La Mariscal has a lively nightlife and is very popular among tourists. That being said, thieves know they are likely to find a target with valuables in this area. Always take a cab even if you are only going a few blocks, never carry anything of value with you and be aware of your surroundings. Stop by the clubhouse for more safety tips in Ecuador. What is the currency used in Ecuador? In 2000, the Ecuadorian government officially changed the national currency from the Sucre to the Dollar. Ecuador has developed some of their own coins such as a 50 cent piece and a one dollar coin but this currency can be used simultaneously with US coins and dollars and will be accepted everywhere. Credit cards are often difficult to use in Ecuador. To avoid prolonged transactions and confused salespersons try to use cash whenever possible. Ecuadorians are very suspicious of large bills because of a recurrent counterfeit problem. Some business may not accept 50 or 100 dollar bills and often these bills can only be changed at a bank. Even 20 dollar bills are looked at carefully. Many employers have a special pen to mark the bills to check if they are counterfeit. Also, do not be surprised if a small business or taxi driver does not have change, this is common. Therefore, try to always carry change and small bills with you. Where can I have post sent? Members of South American Explorers can have post sent to any of the SAE clubhouses. In Quito, we ask members to send letters and packages to the following address: South American Explorers Club your name Apartado 17-21-431 Eloy Alfaro Quito, Ecuador (make sure “South American Explorers” is written clearly on the address) For courriers such as Fed Ex, DHL, or other and/or you will need a signature, then please send to our street address: South American Explorers your name 311 Jorge Washington y Leonidas Plaza Quito, Ecuador Can I buy maps at the Clubhouse? We sell a variety of maps at the Quito clubhouse. We have the most current country maps, maps of the city, walking tour maps and topographical maps for sale and reference. Come by the clubhouse to check our selection! Is it safe to drink the water? We recommend travelers always drink bottled water while in Ecuador. Bottled water con gas or sin gas can be purchased very cheaply all over Quito in street shops, supermarkets, restaurants and cafes. We also have a water jug at the clubhouse you can use to fill up your water bottle for only 25 cents. What is there to do in and around Quito? The knowledgeable staff at the clubhouse has many resources for activities to do in and around Quito. We have lots of suggestions for museums, walking tours, markets, shopping, cultural events and sporting activities. There are also a lot of day trips travelers can experience outside the city such as Cotopaxi national park, the famous markets at Otavalo, the Equator and the hot springs at Papallacta. Come to the clubhouse to find out more! Should I worry about Altitude Sickness? Altitude sickness is usually only a problem for travelers who ascend quickly; those who fly into Quito from a low altitude departure point. Although not everyone is affected by the altitude, your body may take a few days to adjust to the low oxygen levels. Individuals may experience shortness of breath during physically exerting activities. Before you leave on your trip, ask your doctor about available preventive and symptom controlling medications. The best way to treat altitude sickness, should you experience symptoms, is to descend as soon as possible. Check the CDC website for more information about altitude sickness and other health risks in Ecuador. What is the time zone and international code for Ecuador? Ecuador Time Standard Time is 5 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time. Ecuador does not observe daylight savings time. The International dialing code for Ecuador is 593. |
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