The Rough Guide to Ecuador is your ultimate handbook to this fascinating and dramatically diverse country with complete coverage of the Galapagos islands. A full colour introduction gives an insight into the country''s many highlights from snorkelling in the Galapagos to exploring Quito''s colonial churches. There is plenty of practical advice on a range of activities from learning Spanish in Quito to climbing Volcan Cotopaxi. There are up-to-the-minute reviews of all the best places to stay, eat and drink, plus a brand-new ''Authors'' Picks'' feature to highlight the very best options. The guide includes over fifty maps and expert background on Ecuador''s history, culture, indigenous peoples and environmental issues.
The Rough Guide to Ecuador is your perfect companion to this unique country.
Obviously the real test of this guide will come when I actually get to Ecuador, but it seems to maintain the typically excellent standard of the Rough Guide series. Anyone planning a trip should also note that Volcan Tungurahua has erupted violently since the publication of this edition (stated as Jan 2007, although the eruption began Sept 2006), affecting travel in the surrounding area (but apparently not Banos).