Planning a trip to Quito? Here’s what you need to know about Quito Ecuador weather – including rainfall, average temperatures (monthly / annual), rainy days, humidity and daylight hours. Quito Ecuador Weather: Annual Climate Chart When you get off the plane in Quito – you might feel the hot equatorial sun, the cool night air or maybe an…
Planning a trip to Baños? Here’s what you need to know about Baños Ecuador weather – including rainfall, average temperatures (monthly / annual), rainy days, humidity and daylight hours. Baños Ecuador Weather: Annual Climate Chart Baños is known as the Gateway to the Amazon, because it’s the last city before descending into the Amazon River basin. It…
What are the big Ecuador holidays? In this post, you’ll learn about the largest public holidays in Ecuador. As you plan your trip to Ecuador, you’ll probably want to plan around these holidays. Like in every country, public transport can fill to capacity (and then some) during these peak periods. Sometimes it can be impossible…
This is part of our Ecuador Expats Series. Update: Since submitting this article, David and Robin have left Ecuador and are now back in Canada. We’re Leaving Ecuador After 1.5 Years (Here’s Why) David and Robin Zinck Video of Vilcabamba, Ecuador Where are you currently living? We are Robin and Dave Zinck, a semi-retired couple originally…
In this post, you’ll learn about the delicious golden berry (uvilla fruit) originally from Peru and Ecuador. Now, the tasty Physalis peruviana can be found around the world. Here’s how to eat them, where to find them, and the health benefits of this superfood. While the uvilla fruit is known by many names (including ground…
Are you trying to decide the best place to live in Ecuador? In this post by expat Deborah Hughes, you’ll learn about Ecuador’s mountains and coast. Deborah and Ash (her daughter) blog at 4000miles.com to chronicle their family’s life in Ecuador. Full bio Best Place to Live in Ecuador? Mountains vs Coast Five years ago my family…
Why aren’t eggs in Ecuador refrigerated? In this post, you’ll learn how to store eggs in Ecuador and the rest of Latin America. Why Aren’t Eggs in Ecuador Refrigerated? The short answer is that Eggs aren’t refrigerated in Ecuador because it isn’t necessary. In this post, you’ll learn why it’s different in Ecuador compared to the United…
Considering a move abroad? In this post, Dan Thompson will share 10 reasons to live abroad. Dan is an expat living in Brazil. Full bio Top 10 Reasons to Live Abroad: Guide for Future Expats So here’s the deal: Why do you want to move abroad? Some folks become expats because they want to lower their…
You’ve likely heard of chicha – the chew-and-spit alcoholic drink made in Ecuador’s amazon region. Here’s what you need to know about Ecuadorian chicha. In this post, you’ll learn about Ecuadorian chicha – but first, here’s what’s involved in making it. Please remember to keep an open mind. This is an important tradition of a…
Planning a trip and not sure how to order food in Spanish? In this post and video, you’ll learn the basics of ordering food in Spanish. Prefer a printed list? Jump to the end of the post for 11 Spanish phrases to use at a restaurant. How to Order Food in Spanish Ordering food at…