Excerpt from email from Alan...
Well, it was a long day, but I finally made it here to Quito at about 1:30 am, Thursday morning. Was stuck in Miami for a while and was more than ready to be out of there by the time we departed. My ride was at the airport and everything went fine. I am staying with a very nice family (Manuel & Nellie). I am in a little 1 bedroom apartment that has all I need. It is in a quiet neighborhood so that is nice. Very nice people everywhere, helpful and friendly. The adventure has begun.Had my first class yesterday, and wow, gonna have to kick the old brain back into action! Have a really nice instructor who is extremely keen to go once she found out I want to learn as much as possible in a short period. I got the impression there are some at the school who are just kind of filling in time.
Went shopping for a few items this mañana and it is really quite easy to get things done. Everyone is very friendly and willing to help. Had to buy an umbrella as it is raining pretty good, and not looking to let up.
Here's a map showing Ecuador and Quito.
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