escapingoth
English looking for information about Ecuador
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recent trip to salinas by 120bjo
I would like to share our experience on a recent visit to Ecuador. This was our first visit, we were on a bus from Guayaquil to Montanita and I was searching through my purse and my wallet fell out and fell between our seats. I thought I heard ...
Very nice :-) Thank you for posting. Read More
Upcoming visit
Hi Have you thought about staying at a b&b, I only suggest that as you are only there for a month and talking to the host, you might be able to get to hear and learn from the host's experience and getting around. When I was there a few months ago, ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador by Tazzy 572
I know everyone has their own opinion but is there 1 place in Ecuador that is known for being the best place to live or at least move to for a period of time while you look for that special place elsewhere and why? Cheers, John
Welcome to the forum John. You will figure it out pretty quick ;-) Hans Read More
Literature by greginky
Are there any reliable publications regarding moving to a foreign country. I have heard of IL but they seem to be just trying to make money, am I correct in that assumption or are they reliable.
You are correct about il. But it is a good source to get you started as long as you take things with a grain of salt (sometimes a large grain). Then Expat forums like this one to clarify things. Good luck in your search. Read More
What Are The Most Positive Things Ecuador Offers Vs. Old Lifestyle by wanderingbears
Hello everyone, I have read many posts on several different forums, blogs etc. Most are focused on either finding information on what to expect in Ecuador or what is wrong or not right with Ecuador. In this discussion how about each of us posts what ...
That doesn't include the 1.50 for the large Pilsner though;) Read More
CANCELLED TRIP TO CUENCA by pele6254
for now we are not going husband prefers Florida so that is where we are headed in August. Thank you expats in Cuenca for helping even though we are not going maybe I will visit myself next year. BUENA SUERTE PARA TODOS!!!!!!
I wish you all the best as well:) Hans Read More
B.S System by ZenSPIKE
As some of you might know, I recently posted my experiences in the on going Visa saga. To quickly sum it up, I was told by my attorney in Cuenca that : They would NOT accept my State background check in Cuenca, but they would accept it in ...
Good going Neil, glad you got it all sorted. Hans Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Thanks Marazul. I will have to look up to see where Ebene is. Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Thanks Joesph K That really helps:-) I now think I have it. Proof is going to come when I'm on the ground in Ec. Lol. Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Thanks Suprsweets I hate giving my phone to anyone, always paranoid they will drop it. Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Thank you Dalupus I appreciate the tip. Makes sense to have the ph number. Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Oh no. I think I will be in big trouble, not that imaginative. lol. Thank you for replying. Hans Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Lol. I like your idea of asking 3 people. My luck would be getting 3 different ways of getting there. Read More
Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
Your on Hector I will email you. Hans Read More
Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
Thank you Hector The pictures look nice. I will have to check out the Fish and Chip restaurant when Im there in a few weeks;) Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Hi Suprsweets Thank you for replying. That sounds like really good information. Thank you. Makes sense on the address with a close corresponding road. I'm sure that once I get down there I will pick it up as soon as I have to start looking for the ... Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador by escapingoth
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ...
Hi Defuera I have looked up address' before and came up with somewhere, not sure if it was where I wanted as I had to adjust the address so for all I know it could have been on the opposite side of the city. But it did show up on google finally. ... Read More
Help with address' in Ecuador
This may sound like a crazy question but I am having a hard time with address' in Ecuador. There seems like they have a different way of putting an address down, seems a lot longer than I am use to seeing. Is this just my imagination or is there ... Read More
Anybody living in Vilcabamba or Loja? by ActionMgt
You never see anything posted about Vilcabamba or Loja on this forum. Just wondering if anybody lives there that could tell me what it's like, if they like it there, and what the availability might be for renting a 2 bedroom small house with 2 ...
Thats also what I have read in one of the magazine's that I read in the tips section. Wait until you get there and then look. He eventually found a nicer place, cheaper and with a better view and location. Read More
Laws are sketchy, at best... by Lauratort
I have to admit that I'm now officially confused as heck! It was my understanding that once you move to Ecuador you had 6 months to bring in home supplies Duty-Free. It was also my understanding that with an attorney, you can rent or buy a ...
Good info thanks Neil Hans Read More
Calling an Ecuadorian cellular phone from USA? by jm141302
Hi. I want to give someone who is in the USA the cell phone number of an Ecuadorian climbing guide. I know the guide's number, but I think if I gave the person in the USA the 09*** number which I use in country, it won't work. How would ...
Hey Bryan Just in case (you probably already know this but) some of Telus' phones don't have a sim card, so if you are with them you might want to double check that your phone does actually have a sim card. Hans Read More
Tungurahua volcano - Update by Nemesis5
Since the Tungurahua volcano generated interest from the expat community in Ecuador the last time it erupted, I will post updates here to keep you informed on any new development and moods of the [url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tungurahua]Throat ...
Cool. Thanks for the pics, and your update. Hans Read More
Canadian Bank Accounts and Visa
Thanks Mike I managed to get it sorted. Hans Read More
Canadian Bank Accounts and Visa
Question regarding charge cards mainly for me anyways Visa. I was just on the Tame Airlines website and they would only take an Ecuador Visa for payment. This started me thinking is there any problems with using your Canadian/American registered ... Read More
Heading to Quito from Cuenca by escapingoth
I have 9/14 days planned out now for the remaining 5 days. I am hoping I can get some suggestions from you guys. Should I fly from Cuenca to Quito which would be a lot less seat time on the bus, or should I spend a couple of days taking the bus ...
I live on Vancouver Island. That is typically our winter season. Lol. I am really looking forward to the trip down. I have everything booked now except for the flight from Cuenca to Quito. I really looked at it and thought for this trip it would be ... Read More
Heading to Quito from Cuenca by escapingoth
I have 9/14 days planned out now for the remaining 5 days. I am hoping I can get some suggestions from you guys. Should I fly from Cuenca to Quito which would be a lot less seat time on the bus, or should I spend a couple of days taking the bus ...
Cheers Vinny Thats kinda what I figured. I would like to see the countryside but don't really have enough time on this trip. Read More
New member
There is Sooooo much to learn. One step at a time (thats what I'm doing) and try not to get overwhelmed with the amount of info;) Read More
Heading to Quito from Cuenca by escapingoth
I have 9/14 days planned out now for the remaining 5 days. I am hoping I can get some suggestions from you guys. Should I fly from Cuenca to Quito which would be a lot less seat time on the bus, or should I spend a couple of days taking the bus ...
Thanks Mike Once I figure this out I will let you know. Hans Read More
Heading to Quito from Cuenca
I have 9/14 days planned out now for the remaining 5 days. I am hoping I can get some suggestions from you guys. Should I fly from Cuenca to Quito which would be a lot less seat time on the bus, or should I spend a couple of days taking the bus ... Read More
New member
Welcome Cheryl :-) I'm still new to this forum as well. Lot of really nice helpful people here. Hans Read More
Very Early flight out of Quito by genman32
My wife and I will be ending our first trip to Ecuador in San Clemente. We have reservations to fly out of Quito back to the US at 6:15 AM. on Aug 31st. We had planned to fly from Manta to Quito the day before. Since the new airport in Quito ...
If I were leaving so early in the morning I would probably stay close to the airport. I believe there are hotels close to the airport with shuttles. I am usually for less stress though just before a flight. You can also get up later:) Hans Read More
Anybody living in Vilcabamba or Loja? by ActionMgt
You never see anything posted about Vilcabamba or Loja on this forum. Just wondering if anybody lives there that could tell me what it's like, if they like it there, and what the availability might be for renting a 2 bedroom small house with 2 ...
Thank you for your very frank post. I found it very useful and informative. I know definitely not to take the bus from Cuenca to Quito when I come down, ouch I don't think my seat could handle it. LOL. Hans Read More
A few questions regarding cell phones in Ecuador. by RyanSchaefer
I currently have an unlocked Samsung Galaxy S3 i747 through AT&T. From what I understand I can use this phone in Ecuador by just replacing the SIM card with one I buy there. Can anyone confirm this? Also do cell phone providers in Ecuador have any ...
Hey Ryan I am looking forward to the replies on your topic, as I have an s2. Don't forget to remove your sim card prior to leaving the states. You are probably allready aware that you can use free wifi to send/receive emails. Just not calls or ... Read More
Living on the coast by alturner29
I am seriously considering moving to Ecuador from the West Coast of Canada. I would want to live near the ocean but not isolated Any suggestions? thanks Al
This has been a great thread for information. Thanks Everyone Hans Read More
So interested in Cuenca! by thesherins
Hello My wife and I are coming to Ecuador this summer to check things out before we retire in 2 years (teachers and coaches). Can anyone tell me where we can meet expats to get to know the real Cuenca scene? Is there a local hangout? Gracias Marty
Thanks Vinny What times do they usually meet. Hans Read More
Tip About Taxis in Quito by Andrellita
My tour guide friend, Angel, a native Ecuadorian from Guaranda, has lived in Quito a lot longer than I have (which is a little more than a year). He informed me that orange-plated taxis are registered and safe. White-plated taxis are not ...
Ok, got it all yellow taxis with orange plates, Yikes so much to remember:) I"m probably too short to see the numbers on the top though:lol::lol::lol: Thank you for the tip. Hans Read More
Travelling to Ecuador in Jun 2013 by escapingoth
Hi Everyone My wife and I have been looking at eventually retiring in about 5 years and have been looking at the different information out there about the potential places to do this at. I will be traveling to Ecuador by myself for 2 weeks in June ...
Wow Neil. Thank you very much, exactly what I was looking for. Sounds really nice. Hans Read More
Travelling to Ecuador in Jun 2013 by escapingoth
Hi Everyone My wife and I have been looking at eventually retiring in about 5 years and have been looking at the different information out there about the potential places to do this at. I will be traveling to Ecuador by myself for 2 weeks in June ...
YIKES, I'm not use to large cities like LA. Very much use to cities about 750k I do get your point though, thanks Mike Hans Read More
Travelling to Ecuador in Jun 2013 by escapingoth
Hi Everyone My wife and I have been looking at eventually retiring in about 5 years and have been looking at the different information out there about the potential places to do this at. I will be traveling to Ecuador by myself for 2 weeks in June ...
Thank you Ecokirby I thought that was the case but found it reassuring to hear. Can you suggest places to stay in both Cuenca and Quito. Are there any places I should stay away from. Hans Read More
Travelling to Ecuador in Jun 2013
Hi Everyone My wife and I have been looking at eventually retiring in about 5 years and have been looking at the different information out there about the potential places to do this at. I will be traveling to Ecuador by myself for 2 weeks in June ... Read More