Leonard
@worleyld
American expat in Ecuador
Forum posts
41
Contacts
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About me
American
Lives in Canoa
Speaks English
Registration: 19 December 2010
internet connection like in Bahia de Caraquez or Canoa?
Stovalish: As with all places in Ecuador, specific location and provider are very important. I have been in Canoa for 3 + years and have had Genesis for all but the first few months I was here. They are based in Bahia with a high speed relay ... Read More
Gringos go home!!! No spanish, no stay!!! This will weed out. by Cuenca boy
New rules require Ecuador expats to be 鈥榩roficient鈥� in Spanish; requirement affects current residents as well as new ones Published on March 28, 2015 by: CuencaHighLife |Comment In a dramatic policy change, Ecuador鈥檚 Ministry of ...
Cuenca boy: I don鈥檛 care for tests, but if required I believe I could pass. That being said, you might be correct. Living on the coast in a small indigenous community, I do not know the author or publication. Perhaps it would be best for you ... Read More
Gringos go home!!! No spanish, no stay!!! This will weed out. by Cuenca boy
New rules require Ecuador expats to be 鈥榩roficient鈥� in Spanish; requirement affects current residents as well as new ones Published on March 28, 2015 by: CuencaHighLife |Comment In a dramatic policy change, Ecuador鈥檚 Ministry of ...
Read the last line of the original article. It looks like an April fool鈥檚 day joke to me. Read More
1 dog
Yes most do allow small pets. Keep in mind that street dogs are every where here. Keep yours on a short leash, especially if it has aggressive or over protective tendencies. Read More
Canoa by Okie dokie sue
I'm looking at visiting and possibly relocating to Canoa. Any info would be much appreciated.
:cheers: C'mon, Leonard, you're up! :cheers:Sorry for the delayed response. I (over) enjoyed an Ecuadorian family birthday celebration last night, and just recently opened the computer. I know 3 GPs in San Vincente and Bahia De Caraquez I ... Read More
Canoa by Okie dokie sue
I'm looking at visiting and possibly relocating to Canoa. Any info would be much appreciated.
Hi; I recommend you read my past posts. I have been living in Canoa for 3 years now and have answered many questions for others. If my posts do not answer any specific questions you have just ask. Leonard Read More
Safety of Overnight Bus from Quito to Canoa by kkppwilkinson
I have read that overnight buses are not as safe as buses taken during the day. We will be catching the overnight bus from Quito to Canoa as that is the only "cheaper" way to get there. Can anyone tell me if this is a viable ...
Trish: You are very welcome. Bamboo is a nice place. Most of the locals and expats in town know me as Leo or Don Leo. I usually take my evening meal around 18:00 at Surf Shack. You can find me there. See you then. Leonard Read More
Safety of Overnight Bus from Quito to Canoa by kkppwilkinson
I have read that overnight buses are not as safe as buses taken during the day. We will be catching the overnight bus from Quito to Canoa as that is the only "cheaper" way to get there. Can anyone tell me if this is a viable ...
KKPPWILKINSON: The overnight bus Quito to Canoa is safe. It is a direct (executiveo) bus, and as such does not stop every few minutes to pick up more riders (robbers) on the side of the road. Basic travel, safety rules do apply. Keep your watches, ... Read More
Currency Exchange Rate by David1946
I have looked the Ecuador forum for a currency exchange rate from US Dollars to the currency used in ecuador and i didnt see it can someone please tell me the Exchange rate or if it isn the forum tell me where. ...
RC: I have traveled and worked all over Central and South America. I have not been back to Brazil in over 10 years, so my recollections are foggy. As to prices for homes; Everyone will tell you the only way to know is with a personal visit. You ... Read More
Currency Exchange Rate by David1946
I have looked the Ecuador forum for a currency exchange rate from US Dollars to the currency used in ecuador and i didnt see it can someone please tell me the Exchange rate or if it isn the forum tell me where. ...
Sue: We are in the transition from dry to wet season right now. Do not let the simplistic names on the seasons confuse you. here in Canoa the terms are very counter intuitive to North American thinking. Yes; the dry season can be quite dry, often ... Read More
Currency Exchange Rate by David1946
I have looked the Ecuador forum for a currency exchange rate from US Dollars to the currency used in ecuador and i didnt see it can someone please tell me the Exchange rate or if it isn the forum tell me where. ...
David: Unlike Belize there is no exchange rate here. Ecuador uses the U.S. Dollar Leonard Read More
attention expats in Canoa by tlc
Please let us hear from any expats in the Canoa area---we would really love to chat with you...we are preparing to move from USA very soon & would appreciate some counsel-advice-knowledge-etc on various topics...Thanks !
Sue, Priviet: Sorry to instill any fears by false imaging. My use of the term Barrio serves only to designate the part of town where most of the locals live. Do not think of it as it is used in the inner cities of North America and Europe. Yes ... Read More
attention expats in Canoa by tlc
Please let us hear from any expats in the Canoa area---we would really love to chat with you...we are preparing to move from USA very soon & would appreciate some counsel-advice-knowledge-etc on various topics...Thanks !
Fdmcg: My Spanish is very poor at best. If it is spoken slowly and without colloquial slang phrases, I can follow most conversations. Unfortunately due to a brain injury it is hard to formulate a response, and even harder to get my mouth to work ... Read More
attention expats in Canoa by tlc
Please let us hear from any expats in the Canoa area---we would really love to chat with you...we are preparing to move from USA very soon & would appreciate some counsel-advice-knowledge-etc on various topics...Thanks !
Sue: When I first hit town I stayed at a hostel for two weeks. This gave me a chance to get to know the area and the residents. I immediately started inquiring about rentals and looked at everything I could find. There are rentals here in Canoa. ... Read More
attention expats in Canoa by tlc
Please let us hear from any expats in the Canoa area---we would really love to chat with you...we are preparing to move from USA very soon & would appreciate some counsel-advice-knowledge-etc on various topics...Thanks !
Frenchy: The school in Canoa is called La Escuela Los Algarrobos. You can find some information and contacts here at; http://www. gofundme.com/41dycw Here is a link to a short video to give you a little glimps of Canoa; http://www. ... Read More
attention expats in Canoa by tlc
Please let us hear from any expats in the Canoa area---we would really love to chat with you...we are preparing to move from USA very soon & would appreciate some counsel-advice-knowledge-etc on various topics...Thanks !
Frenchy: As Tic has pointed out, a lot depends on what kind of a life style you are looking for. I have lived in Canoa for a year and a half now and I love it. I do not know much about Salinas or Cuenca, other than from a few visits. Tic is ... Read More
Ecuador Travel.... Please.... I Really Need Your Help... by ecuadorgeorge
Can you help me? The flight is booked already. Two beautiful weeks in Ecuador. Not my first visit to Ecuador but the last time we stayed in Cuenca for three weeks... We fly into Quito and have accommodations at a fantastic 5000 square foot 18th ...
Ecuador George: Get in touch with Patricio (the owner) at : reservations@hotellapiedra.com He is a wealth of knowledge in all you need to know. Let me know when you will be in the neighborhood so we can get together and ... Read More
Ecuador Travel.... Please.... I Really Need Your Help... by ecuadorgeorge
Can you help me? The flight is booked already. Two beautiful weeks in Ecuador. Not my first visit to Ecuador but the last time we stayed in Cuenca for three weeks... We fly into Quito and have accommodations at a fantastic 5000 square foot 18th ...
Ecuador George: I recommend Bahia. I live in a great condo just north of San Vincente, just across the bridge from Bahia. There is a great place in Bahia, on the beach called La Piedro. That would be an excellent base camp to see the coast. To the ... Read More
Need recomendations for a good Immigration Lawyer by worleyld
I need some help PLEASE. I need recommendations for a good Immigration Lawyer in Ecuador. I had planned on applying for my residency on my own, but after dealing with the Consulate office in Houston today I think I would like someone else to deal ...
Hi Mitri: Vinni聮s contact info for Gabriele was spot on. Thanks Vinny. I arrived in Quito late Tuesday 03/27/12, had sent an email to her from Houston. When I got to my room in Quito and checked my mail, she had responded with an 11 o聮clock ... Read More
Need recomendations for a good Immigration Lawyer by worleyld
I need some help PLEASE. I need recommendations for a good Immigration Lawyer in Ecuador. I had planned on applying for my residency on my own, but after dealing with the Consulate office in Houston today I think I would like someone else to deal ...
Vinny66 Thank You for the contact info. Read More
Need recomendations for a good Immigration Lawyer
I need some help PLEASE. I need recommendations for a good Immigration Lawyer in Ecuador. I had planned on applying for my residency on my own, but after dealing with the Consulate office in Houston today I think I would like someone else to deal ... Read More
Totally Lost and Scared to Death by mcowser
Hi everyone, I am a single woman that wants to possibly move to Ecuador. I know I want to move somewhere in Latin America and Ecuador is looking great. I have been researching for a long time, but still don't know where to start. I mean I don't ...
I need more info please. In Nedahalls response to Lost and Scared to Death, they mentioned contacting "Gabriela Espinosa" for help with Residency visa. Could someone please give me more contact info? I fly to Houston this Monday (03/26/12) to ... Read More
Looking for secure storage for my vehicle near Belize City Airport by Connie Stafford
I need a secure, long-term storage solution for my vehicle. I'm only in the country a few times a year so need my truck safe in the meantime. Anyone know of anything?
Hey Connie: Wish I was there, as planned, to help. Leonard Read More
Telecommunications in Belize by Yud
Hello dear Members, Can you please list some of the main [b]Internet Service providers[/b] in Belize? You may also include the cost related to their Internet subscription. Another issue related to the telecommunication topic, is [b]mobile ...
Thanks for the research. Look forward to seeing what you come up with. I know Hughes Net satellite internet provides service in Belize. I am not sure if their contract to operate in Belize requires them to block access to Skype or other VOIP ... Read More
Moving Soon, Baby Steps! by bmoys
OK, we did the visits, read the books and chose the place we want to live, PG .... Baby Step 1. Where can I get a great attorney to help us with the initial move when we find a place to rent for a year and get the right residency? Buying land ...
Think about contacting a freight mover for your need now stuff. Taxes on household belongings is not that bad. Contact a Belize Broker wiyh a list of items for a quote. Belize taxes are a prime source of in come for the country, never heard of them ... Read More
Hello out there! Help Please!
Hi Christina: First and foremost I would recommend that you scroll down the forum and read every one of the posted questions and associated answers. You then will have a better understanding of the process of becoming an Expat, how to collect your ... Read More
Canadians in Belize by JayBruce
Hi We are interested in moving to Belize from Canada (Toronto). Since Belize is in the Commonwealth, does it make it a bit easier for Canadians for aquire land ect? We are fluent in Spanish. But since Belize was a British colony, perhaps English ...
Check out these links. They will fill in a lot of info for you. You may need to copy and past these in to your browser's address ... Read More
Where to live in Belize?
Remember it is a small country. Nothing is very far away. It's not like driving from Colorado to Chicago to go shopping. Yes Personaly I would stay as far out of Belize City and Belmopan as your job will allow, especialy with children. OK places ... Read More
Looking for a place to rent
Hey David; try looking at: rainforestrealty.net/belize-rental-properties.html Try contacting Macarena or Lee at Rain Forest Realty. Both are extreamly friendly, help full and profesional.Lee and her husband are Missouri transplants. Lee handles all ... Read More