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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]"Here are a few things to know/pass on (please):[/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]If  the flight arrives on time (you'll be tired) the airport is new and excellent, but far out of town (60 mins approx) and customs can be fairly slow.  [/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]When you arrive, walk slowly.  Quito is the second highest capital, but not so high as to fall ill, just be mindful.  [/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]Depending how long everything takes, we may do lunch around the hotel.  But I'd like to take you for a walk – I know you know this, but pass it on.[/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]It can rain! "Abril, llueve mil!" (April rains a 'thousand').  Obviously we're March but if you saw my last Chile blog, the climate is a mess everywhere.  [/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]We won't overdo it, but a nice settle in.  Eat lightly and all will be well.  The first few days are fun and easy.  [/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]We'll probably take an overnight bag out to rainforest.  The duffles for Galapagos are not obligatory, but will make life easier.  Bring: water bottle (no single use plastic permitted on the islands), sunscreen, big hat, bug spray and a shirt to wear when swimming – it is so easy to burn!  We'll all share sun screen, etc.  [/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]I'll bring good sandals and a slightly more robust shoe, but not hiking boots.  [/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]Quito is very safe, but pick-pockets abound – don't 'look' fancy.  US$ everywhere.  If you like imported booze, bring some.  If not local is fine.  It is not really a wine culture.[/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]I'm sure you've read my bits about Ecuador (www.twomeytravel.com).  I am even considering buying in the south of the country.  I love the place.  The agents seem organised, and together we'll squeeze in a few more things.  I think the cable car the last morning.[/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]Hope that helps a little."[/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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[font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif]Those travelling on Monday, see you then![/font][font=Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif] [/font]

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Peter

Best wishes

Jaya