Yes, Jae, there are lots of single women traveling and living in Ecuador. But please make arrangements ahead of time and let someone know where you’ll be going and where you’ll be staying. Just makes sense anywhere you travel. Along those lines, in the big cities, please don’t wear expensive jewelry or walk around with an expensive camera out in the open. I’m guessing you won’t be taking the cross-country buses, but if you do, it is a good idea not to put your purse or backpack with valuables beneath your seat or in the overhead rack. Keep it on your lap. And if you happen to go to any large market (like Otavalo on Saturday) or anywhere there are crowds of people, always keep your bag closed and wear it in front and not one your back. less temptation for any possible pickpockets. Personally, I’ve never had an incident in 12 years and I doubt you will either, but know your surroundings and keep track of your stuff when you are out and about. Like I said, that’s good advice anywhere in the world.
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