

bobettejane
American expat in Ecuador
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American
Lives in Cuenca
Registration: 11 November 2013
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Ready for a change, but need some advice. by DanteNXS
Hello, I have been considering a move to South America for quite some time now, but haven't worked up the nerve to actually make it happen. This is mainly due to the fact, that I am a solo traveler and a bit unsure of what to expect. I would ...

I keep hearing how difficult moving abroad is, about homesickness, about all the planning necessary. I may be unusual, but I didn't plan, I've never been homesick, and I've never found moving abroad to be very difficult. Being flexible, ... Read More


Ready for a change, but need some advice. by DanteNXS
Hello, I have been considering a move to South America for quite some time now, but haven't worked up the nerve to actually make it happen. This is mainly due to the fact, that I am a solo traveler and a bit unsure of what to expect. I would ...

Just do it, Dante. I'm a single traveler who moved to Panama by myself, without knowing anyone there. I lived in Panama City for 8 years, then, four years ago moved to Cuenca, Ecuador, again, by myself and knowing almost no-one here. Prior to ... Read More


Insurance coverage in Ecuador by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Ecuador: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...

I had no pre-existing conditions, take no medications and am in excellent health, so getting the Seven Corners coverage was no problem. I'm not certain about the age limit; I assumed my coverage would only be renewed up to age 75 but I'll ... Read More


Insurance coverage in Ecuador by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Ecuador: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...

Before I started traveling, I researched health insurance. Since I was taking only 3 suitcases with me, I did not worry about insuring my personal property. I decided on travel insurance, since I live in Panama, Ecuador, Canada, and wherever else, ... Read More