Ecuador is one of the most progressive countries in South America.
It is therefore an ideal place to visit for everybody throughout the
world. The friendliness of the Ecuadorian people will make you feel
welcome. However, certain limitations in infrastructure, culture and
laws should be taken into account that could be different from your
home country. If you appreciate of them, your stay will be more enjoyable.
Women
It is mostly recommended that women travel in a group because there
is a greater risk when you travel alone. Many men will want to take
advantage of a woman if they see her alone, above all in Latin American
countries where
machismo is strong. Generally, foreign
women are thought of as more liberated and easier to conquer. If men
bother you on the street, ignoring them is an excellent strategy that
the local men understand perfectly as a turn down.
If you are in a group of new local friends, you should also not go
with a new friend alone to an isolated place or a place where you can
be alone (sometimes these friendly invitations can give the impression
that you want to sleep with him and he could force you to).
Where ever you are staying, above all if it is a cheap hostel, make
sure that your room has a lock on the inside so that nobody may come
in and bother you while you are sleeping.
If you are the victim of any type of aggression
or pressure by a man, go to the Commissary. For more information
on women in Ecuador and support, visit:
CONAMU - National Women's Council
Ave. 6 de Diciembre 4224 & El Batán
Tel: (02) 2 465 485/ 2 464 108
Email: conamu@conamu.gov.ec |
