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Curious about what type of cell phone will work in Ecuador? In this post, you’ll learn about the best type of cell phone, how to unlock, the best carriers, and plans to use in Ecuador. Cell phones are expensive in Ecuador. As a result, many expats and travelers bring a phone with them. Not only is it…
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If you are planning on living in Ecuador you are going to need a place to live. While some new expats jump right in and buy a property (sometimes sight-unseen) most take a more relaxed approach and rent for a while. There are some definite joys to renting… While Ecuador might be just right for…
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Everyone wants to know about the climate in Cuenca. On an almost daily basis, we get asked: When is the rainy season in Cuenca? What is the best time to visit? When is it hottest in Cuenca? These are some of the most common questions from travelers and prospective expats. And it is understandable –…
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Ingapirca is the largest site of Inca ruins in Ecuador. There have been other sites found, but none as large as Ingapirca. Obviously, this makes it a top tourist destination. Ingapirca: Ecuador’s Largest Incan Ruins We have been living in Ecuador for 4 years, and finally visited Ingapirca earlier this year. Because it is so close to…
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So Dena has her Ecuadorian drivers license. And she didn’t have to take a week long course, like I did to get my Ecuadorian license (detailed in the second half of this post). Guide to Getting an Ecuadorian Drivers License More than a year ago, we heard about a new program by the ANT (Agencia…
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Learn about expat taxes for Americans and Canadians living abroad. Post is by 2 tax professionals, a CPA and an MBA in International Taxation. Plus, we share our experience while living abroad. US Taxes For Expats: 3 Things to Know Before Retiring Abroad Planning your retirement abroad? Here’s what you need to know about US…
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This is a post by James Drummondo of FINTASTIC ADVENTURES de ECUADOR Fishing Excursions. Learn more about James in the author bio at the end of the post. How’s the Fishing in Ecuador? So, just what is fishing like in Ecuador? The country of Ecuador is divided into four geographical regions: The Andes Amazon (or Oriente) Coastal…
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We knew before we moved to Ecuador that we were gringos. And we have been called gringos frequently – by store clerks, friends, and even strangers on the street. I’ve gotten so used to it that I describe myself on the phone as “el Gringo” because it’s the easiest way to describe who I am….
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B. Brent Black is a Panama Hat expert (bio) and in this post he shares 8 common myths and legends about Panama Hats. The Panama Hat: 8 Myths and Legends 1. Panama Hats are Made in Panama Nope. Ecuador. Indigenous Ecuadorians already were weaving fine straw hats when the Spanish first arrived on the coast…
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The 23rd of July, 2011 marked the two year anniversary of the day we landed in Guayaquil Ecuador. We spent one day there and then settled in Cuenca on the 24th. Why Did We Move to Ecuador? When we lived in Canada we had a fairly normal life, we had a nice house with a…