- Safety: In general, the situation in Quito is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
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Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.
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Freedom of speech: People have full access to free media for accurate information and analysis. Journalists in most cases do their jobs without fear of detention or restraints.
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Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.
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LGBTQ friendly: It has been established that the majority of Quito citizens have an excellent attitude towards the LGBT community.
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Racial tolerance: Cases of racial and ethnic discrimination are extremely rare.
- Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Quito.
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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Quito is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
- Air quality:
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Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic is extremely difficult.
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Walkability: Quito has many beautiful parks, squares and walkways for walking with children. There are wide sidewalks along the roads, and there are paths for cyclists.
- Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1200.
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Free WiFi: Almost half of all cafes, restaurants and gas stations have free wi-fi. But there are cases when you have to pay for Wi-Fi, the cost is usually indicated in the check.
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Education: Secondary and higher education institutions provide a very mediocre level of knowledge, which indicates the need to reform them and introduce new, more effective programs and trained teachers in Quito.
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Female friendly: The relationship between men and women is quite liberal, a woman has all the rights and freedoms. But the way of life in society continues to be patriarchal.
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Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.
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Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population has very low salaries as low as $500 a month.
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Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.
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Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.
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Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
