SLBergholt
American looking for information about Ecuador
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Speaks English and learning Spanish
Registration: 19 August 2020
Renting in Ecuador: What You Probably Didn't Know by cccmedia
Expats who rent their personal residence in Ecuador often get hosed because they don't know the laws on rentals, according to real-estate entrepreneur Dom Buonamici. Dom has identified these requirements in particular.... 1. A rental contract ...
So the hundreds of posts for rentals with a one year lease are all invalid? Read More
Moving to Ecuador solo by Cheryl
Hello everybody, Moving to Ecuador is a challenge in itself, but even more when you decide to go alone. If this was your case when you arrived, we would like you to share your experience. It might help other people who are also preparing for this ...
Cheryl, as a single woman getting ready to move to EC next year, I thank you for this subject. I look forward to any insight to be offered. Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Emily, Common Ground Sports Bar is having a Newcomers Luncheon at 1:00 today. That would be a great way to meet like minded expats. Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Barry, you should go with your gut. I visited Ecuador last year to confirm what I had been researching for a couple years and I fell in love! While I don't have first hand knowledge of what is happening in your country, I understand your ... Read More
Hard to find things in Ecuador by russelleaton
Some things I cannot find in Ecuador: English marmite. English Colman鈥檚 mustard. Greaseproof (parchment) paper for oven cooking. Shoe horn. Non-aluminium bakeware. Vitamin MK7. Bed sheets that are long enough. Ovaltine.
I've been using it for a few years now. It's an excellent (and healthy) alternative to processed sugar. Thank you for the information as to where I can find it. Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Ecuador by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Ecuador as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New environment ...
There are both similarities and differences in our stories and dreams. I have been researching moving to Ecuador for several years. I retire in May of 2022 and will not be making enough money to live here in the US so I started researching and found ... Read More
Shortcuts to Learning espa帽ol by cccmedia
If you understand some basic concepts, it's possible to learn or translate easily hundreds of nouns, adjectives and adverbs into Spanish. The spelling of the following English words (at the left) does not change at all from English to Spanish. ...
Duolingo is a good site and it's free as well. Read More
What was ur best Quotes in life? by -ibrahim-muhammed
What was ur best Quotes that makes u change for the better life u want or reflect your aspect on life!?
Be who you are and say what you will because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. Dr. Seuss Read More
Shortcuts to Learning espa帽ol by cccmedia
If you understand some basic concepts, it's possible to learn or translate easily hundreds of nouns, adjectives and adverbs into Spanish. The spelling of the following English words (at the left) does not change at all from English to Spanish. ...
What about disculpame for excuse me? Is this used in Ecuador? Read More
Hard to find things in Ecuador by russelleaton
Some things I cannot find in Ecuador: English marmite. English Colman鈥檚 mustard. Greaseproof (parchment) paper for oven cooking. Shoe horn. Non-aluminium bakeware. Vitamin MK7. Bed sheets that are long enough. Ovaltine.
Yes, they are completely different. Thanks for the link but I don't do facebook. Read More
Hard to find things in Ecuador by russelleaton
Some things I cannot find in Ecuador: English marmite. English Colman鈥檚 mustard. Greaseproof (parchment) paper for oven cooking. Shoe horn. Non-aluminium bakeware. Vitamin MK7. Bed sheets that are long enough. Ovaltine.
Excellent! Thank you, Russell. That will work nicely and I already have a list of natural food stores there that I can check. Not a fan of Stevia so this is great news! Read More
Hard to find things in Ecuador by russelleaton
Some things I cannot find in Ecuador: English marmite. English Colman鈥檚 mustard. Greaseproof (parchment) paper for oven cooking. Shoe horn. Non-aluminium bakeware. Vitamin MK7. Bed sheets that are long enough. Ovaltine.
Pish. Well, thank you anyway. Read More
Hard to find things in Ecuador by russelleaton
Some things I cannot find in Ecuador: English marmite. English Colman鈥檚 mustard. Greaseproof (parchment) paper for oven cooking. Shoe horn. Non-aluminium bakeware. Vitamin MK7. Bed sheets that are long enough. Ovaltine.
Has anyone seen Monkfruit sweetener there? Read More
Introducing myself as a new member by ssocha
I'll be moving to Cuenca later this year. I was born in the United States and currently live in Las Vegas, Nevada. I have a little bit of expat experience, as I lived in Japan waaaaaay back around 1985, just after I graduated from California ...
Congrats on your decision to make Ecuador home! Read More
Ecuador Coastal Towns and Cities by jwhalen55
Happy New Year all, You all have been helpful on my previous forum topic on moving to Ecuador but now have some additional questions on the coast in general as compared to the mountain cities (Quito/Cuenca). Bear in mind that my wife has arthritus ...
:D Very dramatic intro! I have goosebumps! Read More
is Western Union the only best option for transfers to and fro? by maxocean
Hello, I am trying to make transfers to and fro USA and EC, but Western Union charges 8-20 dollars per transfer from USA to Ecuador. I looked into Paysera, they say Ecuador is in their support list, yet the customer service rep says it won't ...
If you have a US bank account, you can use Zelle. It's a free service with all US based accounts to transfer money to businesses or individuals, in or out of the country. Read More
Sending & receiving Packages by 56kathya
I have heard some good and a lot of bad about receiving mail order and simply getting packages delivered in Ecuador. Does anyone have the low down on this?
Thank you for the input and I could not agree more! Everything I look at I'm asking myself will I need this or use this in my new life in Ecuador. Actually, the more stuff I get rid of the less stress I have. it is amazing what we can accumulate ... Read More
Sending & receiving Packages by 56kathya
I have heard some good and a lot of bad about receiving mail order and simply getting packages delivered in Ecuador. Does anyone have the low down on this?
Not exactly the reply I had hoped for but on the other hand, just what I expected. I will just have to be realistic and think "minimalist" when packing. I appreciate your quick reply and honesty. Extremely helpful! :top: Read More
Sending & receiving Packages by 56kathya
I have heard some good and a lot of bad about receiving mail order and simply getting packages delivered in Ecuador. Does anyone have the low down on this?
Is anyone familiar with a company that will send about four boxes or suitcases from the US to Cuenca, Ecuador? I will be relocating with two dogs and am trying to figure a way around the stress of maneuvering airports, the dogs plus a bunch of ... Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Terri, Definitely check out Santa Isabel. It's in the Yunguilla Valley so the temperatures are ideal! Not too hot and not too cool. I stayed at the Inti Kamari resort when I was there last March. Talk about beautiful! And some of the best food ... Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
I already do! How long have you been in Ecuador? Loja seems very nice. Why did you settle there? :) Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hola, Terri! Welcome and very nice to "meet" you! I can't wait. I think about it all day, wake up thinking about my move and I even dream about it. Why did you decide on Ibarra? I am starting in Cuenca and using that as a base while I ... Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
What's wonderful about Ecuador is the variety of options when deciding where to settle. The different regions offer a home to anyone looking for anything really....you can live in a colonial city, on the beach, in a warm and lush valley, at the ... Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hola! My name is Sharyn and I am moving to Ecuador in 2022. I retire on May 6, 2022 at 4:00pm (in 482 days as of this post, lol) and hope to be in Ecuador within 30 to 60 days after that. I have been planning my exodus for several years now and ... Read More