hughespmichael6289
American looking for information about Ecuador
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Cost of living in Ecuador in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Ecuador, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Ecuador or already living ...
@Cheryl Loja3Br 3ba fully furnished apt $330Internet $36Electricity $3Water$4Fruit and vegetables...nearly freegas for cooking and hot water...$3 Read More
Cost of living in Ecuador in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Ecuador, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Ecuador or already living ...
@Cheryl Loja...3 bedroom3 bath fully furnished apartment: $330Internet...$36Electricity $5Water $5taxi $1-$2bus 30 cents...fifteen cents after age 60 fruit and vegetable...almost freemuseums free Read More
Bank loans in Ecuador by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in Ecuador? What are the types of bank loans available ...
if you are serious about money, and you avoid temptations like bar b que restaurants, Ecuadoris easy on the pocketbook...most folks live on less than $400 a month...a gringo can live well on $600 a month, including rent, cable, internet, food, wine. Read More
Considering moving to Loja or Cotacachi area by Johnstahley06
My name is John - Greetings, My wife and I are contemplating retiring in Ecuador. My wife has concerns related to our personal security. We are considering a move to the Loja area or Cotacachi area. Any advice is greatly appreciated.
There have been incidents in rural Loja province over the years, a few home invasions and burglaries.But the city of Loja is a beacon of safe and secure living. I'm 74 and live alone in busy part of the city.I have never felt the least bit of danger ... Read More
General practitioner needed in Loja EC for RX of antibiotic by antoniodistefano9
Got a nasty cough and throat infection. I think I would benefit with some antibiotic. Thanks.
go in any pharmacy and ask...no need for a prescription... Read More
Loja vs Cuenca by hughespmichael6289
I spent two months in Loja, a month in Vilcabamba and now am in Cuenca. The three places all have attractions but Loja impresses me most. I'm about to start the professional visa process. I would like to hear the cons of retiring in Loja or a ...
@elcirculo090 I've been in Loja for a year and love it. But folks here in north Loja say Malacatos is more relaxing and quieter.I'm interested in your take on Malacatos. I'm fluent in Spanish, live alone, have a cat, don't have transportation. Read More
Lawlessness and Anarchy by Ronald Meyer
All the news I am hearing about Ecuador makes me skittish to move there. The country does not seem stable and the drug cartels are calling the shots. It sounds risky to go there now.
Several regions are experiencing an increase in violence, most of it related to organized crime. The medium and smaller cities, especially in the higher altitudes, are mostly crime free. In any case, tourists and foreignresidents have not been, with ... Read More
Your neighbours in Ecuador by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in Ecuador, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in Ecuador: Tell us ...
In my experience, the Ecuadorans are extremely friendly and warm. My neighbors gift me fruit, breads,snacks. I bake them cookies. The key is to speak Spanish and be somewhat gregarious. If not, youwill be assumed to not wish to be bothered. And you ... Read More
Loja vs Cuenca
I spent two months in Loja, a month in Vilcabamba and now am in Cuenca. The three places all have attractions but Loja impresses me most. I'm about to start the professional visa process. I would like to hear the cons of retiring in Loja or a ... Read More