@foxnews: Americans heading to Ecuador are being warned to exercise increased caution as U.S. officials flag violent crime, kidnapping and terrorism concerns across the popular South American destination. The State Department says murders, assaults, kidnappings and armed robberies linked to drug trafficking are occurring across the country, with some areas facing significantly higher rates of violence. Parts of Guayaquil and the coastal provinces of Manabí and Santa Elena face heightened warnings, while tourist destinations including Quito, Cuenca and the Galápagos Islands are not designated "Do Not Travel" or "Reconsider Travel." Officials also warn that help may be limited in remote areas.