
heretohomeandbeyond
American expat in Spain
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About me
American
Lives in Madrid
Speaks English, some Spanish
Registration: 01 May 2012
Trains/bus Venice to Trento
I'm traveling from Venice (marco polo airport) to Trento on December 24th. Should I book a train online or do you think I will be fine without a reservation. Also, are there any bus lines from Venice to Trento (and running around xmas)? Whats my ... Read More
Madrid when it rains
what are some of your favorite places to go to when it is raining in Madrid (in addition to museums)? Read More
Madrid when it rains
Many people suggest museums when it rains in Madrid. What places/ activities do you suggest when it rains in Madrid? Read More
Spanish classes
Hey does anyone know where one can take free/cheap spanish lessons? Read More
Hotel/hostel recommendations
well for anyone looking around for hostels try hostelworld.com Although there are tons of hostels in madrid and you could probably choose one when you arrive I'd recommend booking a couple nights beforehand. I was super jet lagged and thankful we ... Read More
Thoughts on Lavapies & Atocha
Thanks for all your insight. I'll be using Atocha Station quite a bit so I'm interested in the areas fairly close to keep my commute short. Read More
Flat rental agencies in Madrid
I'm looking for some help as well. Let me know if you find out anything. I found this guy online: moving2madrid.com/nie-2/ Seems ok but haven't heard back from them yet. Either way the website is pretty helpful. Read More
Hotel/hostel recommendations
hello i'll be in Madrid in September and am shopping around for hotel/hostels to stay at while i look for a more permanent place. Any suggestions? Read More
Bus system in Cuenca
The bus system in Cuenca is great. No livestock etc. It is reliable and frequent except for on Sundays (which has a different schedule). It can get crowded at certain times but its never that bad and the buses are frequent enough (and multiple ... Read More
Thoughts on Lavapies & Atocha
I'm moving to madrid soon so i'm looking into neighborhoods; Lavapies and Atocha seem to have affordable flats but I don't know much about these hoods. What are your thoughts? or other suggestions 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 ...
I have to recommend Ayampe. I took a little trip from Cuenca up the coast and Ayampe is tranquil and practically deserted. You can take a cheap short van ride from Cuenca to Guayaquil bus station and then take the CLP bus to Montanita (ask for the ... Read More
Banking in Madrid
Also interested in the bank situation in Madrid. Which banks do you use? Read More
Health care in Madrid
I'm also interested in finding out more about healthcare in Madrid and affordable options. Read More
Best fruit salads in Cuenca under $3.
I have a recommendation; Nectar @ Benigno Malo 10-42. Entre Gran Colombia y M. Lamar. Excellent food, super affordable and great people. + intercambios on Saturdays at 3pm. Read More
Update on extension of tourist visa 12-IX
Any recent updates about the Censo? I was there a while back and still no Censo's...I can't find a number to call instead of heading over to the office every time. Read More
Housing
Hello! My boyfriend and I are moving to Madrid at the end of September to teach English. I've never been to Madrid before so I could use some help on finding an apt. or even just an affordable place to stay while we look for one. What are some ... Read More
alternative medicine in Cuenca by ocmcdaniel
Does anyone know about the options for alternative medicine, healing in Cuenca?
Alternative medicine is happenin here. I know a few people who go to a naturopath and another who sees an acupuncturist. Not sure about chiropractors but I'm sure they're around. And like Vinny said there are a couple stores around that have some ... Read More
3 day weekend trip ideas
I have a 3 day weekend coming up and I was wondering if anyone has some good trip ideas from Cuenca to anywhere (as long as it is in a 3 day trip range). I've done El Chorro, Cajas, Nariz del Diablo, Chimborazo...but I'd love to hear your ... Read More
Update on extension of tourist visa 12-IX
Thanks! I went to the migration office on Ordo帽ez Lasso. I'll check out the Policia de Migracion station in a couple weeks. I hope they don't give me a problem when I leave end of June and don't have a censo...gotta love the visa process. Read More
Extending our 90-day Tourist Visas by e&p
***Do this with more than 30 days left on your first 90-day tourist visa.*** We just lengthened our stay by extending our 90-day tourist visas to 90 day 12-IX (12-9) visas in Cuenca. While this is not a difficult process, it requires some running ...
I have a tourist visa 12-IX. However, when I received it they were out of censos. I've gone back to the Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores multiple times over the past 2 months and they still don't have censos. Is there another location where I ... Read More
Shuttle from Quayaquil-Cuneca for 12.00?
OperAzuay Tur operazuaytur.com/ I've used them before, they're good. $12 per person and they leave every hour from like 6am-9pm. You should reserve the night before because they book up fast. Read More
Update on extension of tourist visa 12-IX
I have a tourist visa 12-IX. However, when I received it they were out of censos. I've gone back to the Oficina de Migracion multiple times over the past 2 months and they still don't have censos. Is there another location where I can get mine ... Read More