Culture Shock Ecuador

Gives informative tips on the do's and don'ts of custom in Ecuador and provides interesting insights into the social and business attitudes of the Ecuadorian people.

CultureShock! Ecuador is a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador Insights into the people and their culture and traditions. Advise on adapting into the local environment. Essential information on the coutnry's history, traditions, beliefs, etiquette, cusine 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 conprehensive resource guide. A glossary books for further reading and a list of interesting websites for additonal reference. Lively and humorous illustrations that capture the essence of the text. CultureShock! Ecuadoris 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!Ecuadoris 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.

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. Book jacket.

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. 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.

Upon moving to Ecuador with her young family, Kristi faced the triple gauntlet of a strange language, an over-stretched budget, and a disturbing political climate. Was it her Scandinavian tenacity that prevented her from succumbing to extended culture shock but, instead, spurred her to build an immense reserve of cultural capital? Whatever the motivation, this remarkable young Swedish woman became determined to learn everything possible about her new country: its language, its customs and traditions, and the way its people relate to family, friends, and visitors. Written in a lively style, Kristi’s book reveals the magic and wonder of a country and a people who sang to her soul. It is a must-read guide for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador. Dr. Tom Becker, New Mexico

Describes the country of Ecuador, including its history, geography, economy, and the cultures of its people.

A guide to adapting and thriving within unfamiliar cultural settings challenges the notion that professional life interacts with culture only at the etiquette level, distinguishing between rule-based and relationship-based cultures while considering the roles of such factors as competition, security, and lifestyle. (Social Science)