Bryan Haines
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Car ownership can be complicated and somewhat expensive in Ecuador so, like many other expats, we have had to adapt to a car-less lifestyle. In a previous post, I covered how to use taxis in Cuenca. Many expats in Cuenca do not own cars. One thing that makes a car-free life style possible in Cuenca is…
Dena Haines
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If you have children and are planning a move abroad you’re probably concerned about their schooling. For us this was not a very big concern, because we homeschool our daughter. We’ve always had the desire to move to a foreign country, and homeschooling makes for good mobility. We prefer homeschooling for many other reasons as…
Dena Haines
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Many expats here in Cuenca do not own cars and have to rely on public transportation to get around. Car ownership can be complicated and somewhat expensive in Ecuador so, like many other expats, we have had to adapt to a car-less lifestyle. Tips For Taking Taxis in Cuenca Taxis are everywhere in Cuenca and…
Bryan Haines
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3 Ways to Find Rental Property in Cuenca, Ecuador Food, shelter & clothing… those are our basic needs. Finding food in Cuenca is easy. Finding clothes that fit the usually taller and often more “robust” expat population can be a little more challenging in Ecuador. Finding a house here can be a real challenge at…
Bryan Haines
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Our pets often become a part of our families. So when we relocate, it opens up the question of how to move them to our new city. In this post, we’ll cover moving pets to Ecuador, how to fly with a pet, litter training a dog for apartment living, and how a new pet can…
Bryan Haines
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We receive lots of review materials. Mostly books, but some software too. Some publishers are hesitant to ship to Ecuador, telling me that their shipping department is “unable” to ship out of the US. Other publishers (especially Wiley) must have broken the difficult shipping secret because I regularly receive review copies from them. I have…
Bryan Haines
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Planning a trip to the Dutch Caribbean islands? You might want to learn a few Papiamento phrases. In this post, you’ll get key Papiamento phrases (123 word list) and get the resources you need to improve your skills. How to Speak Papiamento: Word List / Resources The first words you’ll probably hear when you arrive…
Bryan Haines
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Ecuador uses the US dollar as its official currency. In this post, you’ll learn about Ecuador’s currency including pesos, francos, Sacagawea coins, and the dollarization in 2000. Plus, we cover how to handle your money in Ecuador, how to avoid counterfeit bills, tipping, and ATMs. 29 Facts about Ecuador Currency Facts Named for its geographical…
Bryan Haines
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At Storyteller Travel, we cover food, animals, and destinations from around the world. We love to travel and have covered many of our adventures. Of course, we have lots more planned. What is Storyteller Travel? Storyteller Travel is a huge travel resource since 2009. It was founded by Bryan and Dena Haines. All the travel,…