CultureShock! Ecuador is a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador Insights into the people and their culture and traditions.

• Advice on adapting into the local environment.
• Essential information on the country's history, traditions, beliefs, etiquette, cuisine and leisure activities.
• Suggestions on how to get the most out of the travel experience.
• Linguistic help and hints on how to learn the language and do business.
• A useful list of foreign words and phrases and a comprehensive resource guide.
• A glossary books for further reading and a list of interesting websites for additional reference. Lively and humorous illustrations that capture the essence of the text.

CultureShock! Ecuador is a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador. Packed with essential information, resource guides and language tips, this book covers every practicality, and provides an in-depth understanding of the people and culture of this diverse country which is also known for its Panama hats and many species of turtles. Become accustomed to Ecuadorian etiquette and understand the concept of asi es la vida (life is so). Be aware of the differences between the Quechua, Huaorani and Cayapas peoples and be fully prepared should you fall ill to Chagas disease or malaria.

CultureShock! Ecuador is the comprehensive guide that will lead you through the ups and downs of settling into life in this fascinating country and help you to appreciate what it truly means to be in Ecuador.

Publication Date:

7/1/2010

Edition:

1