1iguanab1
American expat in Ecuador
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About me
American
Lives in Vilcabamba, Loja
Speaks English, Spanish, some Korean and Arabic
Registration: 24 May 2017
Vilcabamba -- Can the Locals and the Expats Co-Exist Successfully? by cccmedia
Vilcabamba, the Valley-of-Longevity town at 5,000-feet altitude in southern Ecuador, has attracted many Expats in recent years due to its climate, its reputation for healthy living and the growing Expat community. It probably has the highest ...
"have developed an uncharitable attitude toward the Ugly Americans who are ruining this community , especially with their selfishness, unwillingness to acknowledge that Covid actually exists , refusal to wear masks (which puts Ecuadorians in ... Read More
Vilcabamba -- Can the Locals and the Expats Co-Exist Successfully? by cccmedia
Vilcabamba, the Valley-of-Longevity town at 5,000-feet altitude in southern Ecuador, has attracted many Expats in recent years due to its climate, its reputation for healthy living and the growing Expat community. It probably has the highest ...
"I have neither seen nor heard evidence that Ecuadorians are litigious .. and, in fact, I believe they are not .. that they find other ways to settle disputes or get what they want besides instigating lawsuits." Reply to CC Media. I have ... Read More
Teaching Salary in Kuwait by teachershellsss
Good day everyone! I received already my contract from my employer. I'm from Philippines and I wonder how much is the monthly salary of a primary teacher? Age range of students are from 2-11. Please help. Thank you.
Salary is based on nationality and ethnicity - only in a few times are Filipinos given a good deal - and I hate that this is true. My flatmate is one of the few Filipinas I know who was hired as a teacher - as usually Filipinas are hired as ... Read More
Kuwait Vs Qatar.. any opinions please?? by syndilou
Hi Im 26 years old and considering moving to Kuwait or Qatar, as my partner has been offered a teaching post in both cities. Any advice would be appreciated, we have a 3 year old son. Many Thanks.
I know this is an old post, but there have been things happening recently which I believe should be included in this discussion. First, there has been a huge split between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and Kuwait has become the moderator to try to bring ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Kuwait by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Kuwait. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Teachers (only in International schools - bilingual schools often have very high student-to-teacher ratios, nurses, IT Engineers, Business Consultants...these are only the tip of the iceberg! Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
ccmedia, I'm laughing. I wouldn't live in Guayaquil for all of the tea in China! Yes, it would make sense that service would be different in different parts of the country. SamaraNP, I hope we've helped you a little bit regarding ... Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
CC Media, I have heard pretty terrible stories about the IESS situation in Quito. Recently, a friend of mine hurt her arm, and the doctors put her arm in a sling but never told her what the problem was with her arm. As for me, IESS has been a good ... Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
Sorry, I was apparently misinformed regarding purchasing meds in Quito. My bad, and thanks, CC Media, for the correction. I live in the farthest southern part of the country, and a friend had a problem buying something there. I wonder: is it ... Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
Samara, the best way to get what you need at a minimal cost is to join the government health system, IESS. The medications are free. However, there are some medications that do not exist. For instance, I have a genetic issue that prevents me from ... Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
Yes, but quite often, their list isn't updated. The best luck I have had in finding a medicine, and at the most reasonable price, is to ask in smaller towns if they have a medicine. Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
I just tried it, and it worked. It is an incomplete list, and I would suggest you get on the Facebook Expats in Ecuador page, and ask about the particular meds. When I first moved to Ecuador, that is where I got most of my answers. Here is the ... Read More
How to find prices of prescription drugs in Ecuador by SamaraNP
I'M TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER A MONTHLY BUDGET FOR LIVING DOWN THERE. I TAKE SEVERAL PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (none controlled). I AM TRYING TO GET PRICE ESTIMATES FOR EACH AND SEEM TO BE HITTING DEAD ENDS ON'LINE. WE WILL NOT BE BACK DOWN ...
I just checked out the list, and it's just a portion of the meds that can be found at pharmacies in Ecuador. Price and availability of pharmaceuticals vary from pharmacy to pharmacy. I have found that most medications are less expensive in the ... Read More
How did you learn a foreign language and how did it affect your life? by GuestPoster348
In my case, that is English. I have nothing to be proud of my English. I know that my pronunciation is not yet good. But anyway, I can use English pretty well. Sometime I鈥檓 asked: 鈥榟ow did you learn English鈥� or 鈥榳hy ...
Jubariver, I grew up on the border of Mexico, so I have spoken pretty good Spanish most of my life. Now, my home is in Ecuador, so I think my Spanish is improving. Spanish is spoken differently in different countries. Are you learning European, ... Read More
Help to all expats by Hussamrafiq
For the expats who relocate to Amman (welcome aboard), please consider the necessary below guides/hints that might be helpful and save some of your time. Security ====== 1. In case you get in trouble, example: fire at home, sharp sickness, feel ...
Thanks for such an informative and thoughtful post. I have thought many times of visiting Jordan, and you have now given me an extra reason! Be well. Be peace. Read More
How did you learn a foreign language and how did it affect your life? by GuestPoster348
In my case, that is English. I have nothing to be proud of my English. I know that my pronunciation is not yet good. But anyway, I can use English pretty well. Sometime I鈥檓 asked: 鈥榟ow did you learn English鈥� or 鈥榳hy ...
Having grown up on the Texas-Mexico border, I was always around the Spanish language. As well, I always had Mexican women help take care of my children as I was a working mom. As a result of this, I learned Spanish through immersion, necessity, and ... Read More
Best places to live in Kuwait? What is Hawally like ? by Kateexpatteacher
Hi I have just been told I will be living in the area Hawally and was wondering if anyone lives there or has been there and can tell me what is it like? is it busy, things to do, what things are nearby etc. Also how far away is Hawally from the ...
Salmiya is busy, but a better atmosphere than Hawalli. Read More
How did you learn a foreign language and how did it affect your life? by GuestPoster348
In my case, that is English. I have nothing to be proud of my English. I know that my pronunciation is not yet good. But anyway, I can use English pretty well. Sometime I鈥檓 asked: 鈥榟ow did you learn English鈥� or 鈥榳hy ...
Yes, it is also important in the culture where I live - In Ecuador. But being polite, in my opinion, should not always be more important than honesty because, without honesty, politeness can become an untruth. Read More
How did you learn a foreign language and how did it affect your life? by GuestPoster348
In my case, that is English. I have nothing to be proud of my English. I know that my pronunciation is not yet good. But anyway, I can use English pretty well. Sometime I鈥檓 asked: 鈥榟ow did you learn English鈥� or 鈥榳hy ...
I'm not sure why you brought up the idea of kakorrhaphiophobia especially when you think it's appropriate to apologize for mistakes. There is a difference in the second language speaker asking if what he/she said was correct and outright ... Read More
How did you learn a foreign language and how did it affect your life? by GuestPoster348
In my case, that is English. I have nothing to be proud of my English. I know that my pronunciation is not yet good. But anyway, I can use English pretty well. Sometime I鈥檓 asked: 鈥榟ow did you learn English鈥� or 鈥榳hy ...
I'm an American English teacher, and the first thing I always tell my students it to NEVER APOLOGIZE for their English. I can say this because, as far as America goes, most people only speak English, and they are given little incentive to learn ... Read More
Best places to live in Kuwait? What is Hawally like ? by Kateexpatteacher
Hi I have just been told I will be living in the area Hawally and was wondering if anyone lives there or has been there and can tell me what is it like? is it busy, things to do, what things are nearby etc. Also how far away is Hawally from the ...
For the most part, much less expensive that in the northern areas of the peninsula. In fact, my personal feelings are that the further south you go, the better it gets. Much further down is Fahaheel where you can sit outside and enjoy a wonderful ... Read More
Best places to live in Kuwait? What is Hawally like ? by Kateexpatteacher
Hi I have just been told I will be living in the area Hawally and was wondering if anyone lives there or has been there and can tell me what is it like? is it busy, things to do, what things are nearby etc. Also how far away is Hawally from the ...
The best beach area near Hawalli is likely the Marina Beach along the Arabian Gulf Road - on the northern side of the peninsula. Otherwise, some of the better beaches can be found on the southern side if the peninsula and farther south at Messilah ... Read More
Best places to live in Kuwait? What is Hawally like ? by Kateexpatteacher
Hi I have just been told I will be living in the area Hawally and was wondering if anyone lives there or has been there and can tell me what is it like? is it busy, things to do, what things are nearby etc. Also how far away is Hawally from the ...
Both Munamour and Snapcracklepop are correct. Hwally is particularly good for having abundant service - especially for electronics. But the traffic is very heavy. But you will be in Kuwait, and that in itself is a blessing. Living in the Middle ... Read More
Teaching Salary in Kuwait by teachershellsss
Good day everyone! I received already my contract from my employer. I'm from Philippines and I wonder how much is the monthly salary of a primary teacher? Age range of students are from 2-11. Please help. Thank you.
I know many VERY kind Kuwaitis, and I know many despicably mean and disrespectful Kuwaitis, and I realize this is a reality in every culture. However, I have to admit, I had more negative experiences with unkind Kuwaitis than I did with the kinder ... Read More
Anyone going to teach / work in Kuwait from UK? by rifraf123
Hi guys, just got offered a job in Kuwait to teach, anyone else going there or already teach there? Moving there on my own ? I've lived in London practically all my life, British Asian, In my mid 20s, anyone around that age living there already? ...
The type of school where you will be working makes a big difference. If it is a completely privately owned school that receives no government funds, the expectations will be different than those that do receive private funds. I worked in Kuwait for ... Read More
Teaching Salary in Kuwait by teachershellsss
Good day everyone! I received already my contract from my employer. I'm from Philippines and I wonder how much is the monthly salary of a primary teacher? Age range of students are from 2-11. Please help. Thank you.
Yes, many Kuwaitis are - but it's important to remember that there are more foreigners in Kuwait than Kuwaitis! Lot of wonderful people live in Kuwait! Read More