EveeZee
Canadian looking for information about Ecuador
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Your opinion please, apartments/house rentals in Ecuador by EveeZee
Hello there, I am a retired single woman who would like to retire to Ecuador. I came across these recent Craigslist listings. I am curious of what the Expats living in Ecuador think of them. Which ones are a good deal? How to approach the ...
Hi Pat, No, I have postponed it. I will start looking again when Covid is over. Eva Read More
Your opinion please, apartments/house rentals in Ecuador by EveeZee
Hello there, I am a retired single woman who would like to retire to Ecuador. I came across these recent Craigslist listings. I am curious of what the Expats living in Ecuador think of them. Which ones are a good deal? How to approach the ...
Works very well with Google Translate :) Read More
Your opinion please, apartments/house rentals in Ecuador
Hello there, I am a retired single woman who would like to retire to Ecuador. I came across these recent Craigslist listings. I am curious of what the Expats living in Ecuador think of them. Which ones are a good deal? How to approach the ... Read More
Hello from Kentucky, USA! by bkiser
Hello, everyone! I have been a member for probably close to 3 years, but I still feel like a new member, as I don't think I have ever posted before! I have been following Ecuador from afar, in as much detail as possible, over the last 8 or 10 ...
I have read this topic with interest as I am a Canadian, also planning to retire to Ecuador as soon as possible. What are the regulations on travelling to Ecuador at this time? Is it possible at all? I would appreciate any information. Read More
Coronavirus in Ecuador by cccmedia
"Ecuador Declares National Health Emergency, Private Insurance Does Not Cover Coronavirus..." So reads a headline dated today -- March 12, 2020 -- on the Cuenca Highlife website. The article states that 17 cases of Coronavirus have ...
Thanks, this explains why so many young doctors and other health care workers died. They must have had a large dose of the virus. And I think it was also the health care workers who started spreading it in the retirement homes. There was a ... Read More
Coronavirus in Ecuador by cccmedia
"Ecuador Declares National Health Emergency, Private Insurance Does Not Cover Coronavirus..." So reads a headline dated today -- March 12, 2020 -- on the Cuenca Highlife website. The article states that 17 cases of Coronavirus have ...
Well, that air got trapped in the bus and everybody breathed it in. it is almost like talking to somebody. I am not saying you must talk to somebody, but you must breathe in his/her breath for a period of time. That quantity of virus is probably ... Read More
Coronavirus in Ecuador by cccmedia
"Ecuador Declares National Health Emergency, Private Insurance Does Not Cover Coronavirus..." So reads a headline dated today -- March 12, 2020 -- on the Cuenca Highlife website. The article states that 17 cases of Coronavirus have ...
Not necessarily. Not everybody had close contact with everybody else. I have read somewhere that you must have a face-to-face conversation for about four minutes with a sick person to get infected.... Makes sense if you think of it. It is mostly ... Read More
Coronavirus in Ecuador by cccmedia
"Ecuador Declares National Health Emergency, Private Insurance Does Not Cover Coronavirus..." So reads a headline dated today -- March 12, 2020 -- on the Cuenca Highlife website. The article states that 17 cases of Coronavirus have ...
Can somebody explain to me the significance of the herd immunity? How is that supposed to protect people from becoming ill? If 60-70% of the population is immune, isn't the remaining 30-40% still vulnerable and can get the disease? It ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
This seems to be your problem. This is why you are on your best way to become another Wuhan. Anyway, if people want they can read the article, if not, they don't. I did my best and passed on the information. What people make of it is their ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
I am fluent in German. I did not misunderstand anything. See the Google translation above. Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
The German General Medical Council now recommends the wearing of simple face masks. English Google translation of German article: "The head of the medical association advises people in Germany to wear 鈥渟imple breathing ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
https://www.welt.de/vermischtes/live206505337/Coronavirus-live-Aerztekammer-raet-einfache-Atemmasken-zu-tragen.html Germany had 6300+ new cases today. https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/#countries Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
Just fyi. the German General Medical Council now recommends the wearing of simple face masks. Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
Because it was confined to China/Asia and globalization was not so wide spread. SARS could be just as dangerous today. If the current situation continues to escalate, it may just lead to some commitment on actually seeing a vaccine through to the ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
There is still no vaccine for SARS. What makes you so sure there will be for COVID-19? Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
Germany was lagging behind the whole time. Other countries were closing borders and restricting events when Merkel was still talking about "European solution". When other countries didn't wait for her European solution, she had to ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
You must be doing something right. Only 4528 new cases today ;) Who are you kidding? Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
It will, because most of it gets stuck in his mask. Anyway, I know I can't convince YOU. I am writing for those who are not as stubborn as you are. Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
I am watching as in Italy military trucks are carrying the coffins to the cemeteries. These people won't have proper funerals. No relatives at their graves. :( If this doesn't wake up people to the seriousness of the situation, nothing ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
Let's say, you talk to somebody who has the virus but doesn't know it. He doesn't wear a mask, so you catch it from him. Wouldn't you wish he had worn a mask so you could have stayed healthy? Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
No study. But I didn't see the Chinese running around in proper masks. Still, it was effective as it turns out. Surgical masks prevent you from sneezing or coughing at other people in public. Or just infecting them while talking to them. And if ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
Masks are not only for the sick, but also for people who are carrying the virus without knowing it. It has been proven that the virus spreads before somebody has the first signs. It makes sense, that if we cut out the possibility of symptomless ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
The part where it says you can actually make them if there is a shortage ;) You shouldn't just worry about the shortage, but do something about it. But to do that, you must admit that it is helpful. Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
https://www.france24.com/en/20200317-stitch-in-time-czechs-sew-to-combat-virus-mask-shortage "艠evnice (Czech Republic) (AFP) Thousands of Czech women have joined forces via social media to sew face masks at home to help combat the spread ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
The problem is, most governments, the Chinese, European, Iranian, etc. were/are downplaying the danger in the beginning for fear of panic. They only admit the truth when it can't be denied anymore. Many lives could have been saved had the ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
According to the Philippines Department of Health 18. Do I need a mask to protect myself against COVID-19? No. People with no respiratory signs and symptoms do not need to wear a medical mask. DOH recommends the use of medical masks only for ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
In Italy they don't have enough respirators and have to choose who will live and who they should let die without treatment. A doctor said, if they have one 60 year old and a 85 year old, they let the 85 year old die. They basically let that ... Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
Those, who had it, say it feels like you are drowning, only slowly. It is nothing like the flu. Read More
Coronavirus overview by the Expat Mag. by Lo茂c
Good morning, everyone. As you know, the coronavirus pandemic is now a reality with over 150 countries affected. In this particular situation, our Expat Mag gives you a short summary of the ...
What makes you think that? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Severe_acute_respiratory_syndrome "There is no vaccine for SARS. Clinical isolation and quarantine remain the most effective means to prevent the spread of SARS. " WOW 450 cases in ... Read More
Coronavirus in Ecuador by cccmedia
"Ecuador Declares National Health Emergency, Private Insurance Does Not Cover Coronavirus..." So reads a headline dated today -- March 12, 2020 -- on the Cuenca Highlife website. The article states that 17 cases of Coronavirus have ...
So much for my plans to retire to Ecuador :( Hopefully, things will become normal again by the end of the year. Read More
Planning a short trip to Ecuador - questions by EveeZee
I am planning a short trip to Ecuador in the near future. I am a procrastinator, so it might take a few months before I actually make up my mind.... I would like to know how does it work with vaccination. What is mandatory and what is advisable if ...
This is how you search to find the cheapest flight for the whole month. https://www.skyscanner.com/tips-and-inspiration/search-whole-month-skyscanner-app But I remember seeing the price for every single day. Maybe it was a different search ... Read More
Planning a short trip to Ecuador - questions by EveeZee
I am planning a short trip to Ecuador in the near future. I am a procrastinator, so it might take a few months before I actually make up my mind.... I would like to know how does it work with vaccination. What is mandatory and what is advisable if ...
Skyscanner used to have it. You could see the price for every day. Unfortunately, they either stopped that feature or I have forgotten how to search for it. Read More
Planning a short trip to Ecuador - questions by EveeZee
I am planning a short trip to Ecuador in the near future. I am a procrastinator, so it might take a few months before I actually make up my mind.... I would like to know how does it work with vaccination. What is mandatory and what is advisable if ...
Thanks for the tip. Is there a way to search without entering dates so you can choose the least expensive? Read More
Planning a short trip to Ecuador - questions by EveeZee
I am planning a short trip to Ecuador in the near future. I am a procrastinator, so it might take a few months before I actually make up my mind.... I would like to know how does it work with vaccination. What is mandatory and what is advisable if ...
hanks, Thanks, I will keep this in mind in case I happen to be there :) Read More
Planning a short trip to Ecuador - questions by EveeZee
I am planning a short trip to Ecuador in the near future. I am a procrastinator, so it might take a few months before I actually make up my mind.... I would like to know how does it work with vaccination. What is mandatory and what is advisable if ...
Thank you Buster :) I appreciate the info. Read More
Planning a short trip to Ecuador - questions
I am planning a short trip to Ecuador in the near future. I am a procrastinator, so it might take a few months before I actually make up my mind.... I would like to know how does it work with vaccination. What is mandatory and what is advisable if ... Read More
Credit Card, Banking and Monthly Rent/Utility Payments in Ecuador by jwhalen55
Happy New Year All, Well, 2020 here we come. Thanks everyone for your inputs over the past weeks in your support of our upcoming exploratory visit and ultimate move later in the year to Ecuador as retired expats. Your inputs/comments have been ...
Hi, sorry, I don't quite understand. Did you pay $8.00 fee (over 10%) using Transferwise? I have also signed up for Transferwise but never used it. I am curious how does money transfer work. I am also located in Vancouver, BC. Thanks Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thanks for the info. I will check it out. Yesterday I started watching this Spanish course for beginners on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyLl_0d0EBw I really like it. The teacher is good. He spends too much time with the pronunciation ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Perhaps for the same reasons one would, and should, dream of speaking in Spanish when you live in a Spanish-speaking country? To read, write and speak in Spanish is pretty necessary in a Spanish-speaking country. It is also important to be able to ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
And every year older you get the more difficult it is to learn a new language. Very soon you will start forgetting what you already know, making learning new items that much more difficult every day. Hard decision to spend your golden years ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you, this is very encouraging. If the rent is so low, I can accept a few things. And, as I said, I don't mind paying more for my comfort. With a rent of 500-600 I can still live well on my pension. What I want is to find a place where I ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you, this is very encouraging. If the rent is so low, I can accept a few things. And, as I said, I don't mind paying more for my comfort. With a rent of 500-600 I can still live well on my pension. What I want is to find a place where I ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Well, I am not so sure about that :) But if they can also take it, not only to dish it out, I am OK with that. I will find a matching name for them. LOL Just kidding. Call me what you want, as long as you provide me with an inexpensive and pleasant ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thanks for the encouraging words, Helen :) I will start watching Spanish lessons on youtube. Hearing the right pronunciation is important. Also, it will help me to get the feeling of the place. Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Hi again, not that I don't believe you, just want to clarify things. I am watching a video on Cuenca that is pretty recent (March 2019) and the couple says they are renting a nice two story 3 bedroom house for 500/month, that has washer/dryer, ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Yes and no. It can be just descriptive, or derogatory, depending on the context in which it is used. This linked article along with the comments is interesting: https://gringosabroad.com/is-gringo-term-offensive-insulting/ I wouldn't worry ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
The answer is, probably more. Unless you are willing to accept other things that you have already said are unacceptable. Gringos in Ecuador (and other South American countries) are viewed by many if not most, as a sort of walking ATM that can be ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Sorry, I can't help but will ask.... isn't gringo a derogatory term? Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
I am reading Ecuador craigslist. There is a house Not sure if I am allowed to include links, so I won't $360 / 3br - 120m2 - Apt North Cuenca city (Monay) The apartment unfurnished in North of Cuenca Ecuador, with appliances. Near Monay ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thanks everybody again for your input on Cuenca and Thailand. My problem with spending 3 or 6 months there to get to know it is that I need to maintain my residence here in Canada and as I said before the rent is astronomical compared to what it ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Maybe, when somebody knows that this gringo is retired, single, doesn't party, has respect for other people's property, all she wants is to sit around and write her stories, they would give her a chance.... :) You never know. Thanks again ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you for the info. Not sure if I want to hock above a hole while doing my thing at my age. I did it once in Italy LOL What you say about security guards is scary. I think I have to choose between being poor in Canada or unsafe ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
I grew up with outhouse in the back yard and cut-up newspaper in Hungary, so I know what lack of sanitary facilities is like. Not sure if I want to go back in time :) [quote} Dogs / roosters will make noise 24x7.[/qoute] I grew up with roosters ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you for your input. I had a feeling to live among gregarious South Americans wouldn't be ideal for me, but I was hoping I can isolate myself so much that it won't bother me. To be honest, the dealing with used toilet paper would also ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you. I will keep this in mind. Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you for your reply. I am not sure if part of was meant as a joke... I do have some savings, but I want to hang on to it if possible. Noise in the name of religious freedom could be a big obstacle in many places.I don't understand. Are ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Hi, it's me again... I just thought I'd write down what exactly I am looking for. I'd appreciate every comment or help in achieving this goal. As I said, I am a retired single female. I get about $1700 CDN month that is about $1250 ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
@HelenPivoine, Thank you for your reply. Yes, I will have to check it out for myself. Everybody has different priorities. Something that bothers me doesn't bother somebody else and vice versa. I will take a trip, probably to Cuenca, as soon as ... Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
I hope I won't be judged for being honest. Maybe, I owe you an explanation on "critters". I remember I was on vacation in Mexico and in a grocery store there was a giant dead cockroach on the floor. To be confronted by things like that ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello, my name is Eva. I am a Hungarian born Canadian woman in my 60's. I am interested in retiring in Panama. Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ecuador forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello there, my name is Eva. I am a Hungarian born Canadian woman in my 60's. I am thinking of retiring to Ecuador or Panama. Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Thank you for your reply. I know it sounded like I am very picky, but I know what would make me unhappy. I don't have much time left. If I go, I have to like it. Read More
Is Ecuador a Good Place For a Single 60-Year Old Woman? by Chrisandra
My name is Chrisandra and I am a youthful, fit 60-year old woman thinking of retiring (alone) to Ecuador (Quito?) or Panama in maybe 2 years. I will have about $1,400 a month to live on and am frugal with simple tastes. I hope to rent a small ...
Hallo, I am also a 60+ single female living in Canada. I would like to retire either to Ecuador or to Panama. Living is too expensive here and I have a small pension. Unfortunately, I just signed a 1 year lease for an expensive apartment, so I will ... Read More