Montañita is a quaint little town on the coast of Ecuador. It’s very small…you can easily walk around the entire place in 5-10 minutes. There are a lot of gringos travelling through here, as it’s a somewhat popular place to relax, surf, and party. I’ve met a few American backpackers already, and some of the students at the school we’re studying at are also from the US. Overall, it’s a very diverse place. I’ve also met people from Argentina, Peru, Canada, France, Switzerland, and Sweden. A few of the Ecuadorian residents here have actually spent time in the states and speak decent English. There are all kinds of people here too - shop owners, teachers, restaurant/hostel runners, surfers, and a surprising number of hippies. Everyone here is really chill and laid back, which is great. Because
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