Healthcare throughout Ecuador is of a very high standard. Many Doctors and Specialists speak English and treat you so well you could be forgiven for thinking you are living back in the 1950's. Generally a Doctors visit may set you back $20. They even make house calls when necessary. Specialist fees are around $30-$40.
Ecuadorian people consist of a diverse collection of ethnic groups, almost all related to another group in one way or another.
There is great variety in the climate, largely determined by altitude.