@marcomueses
Canadian expat in Ecuador
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Lives in Tonsupa , Esmeraldas
Registration: 09 November 2015
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Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Yes, I agree, unfortunately one can not foresee the future in order to avoid places where harming could occur. On the same talking, harm could happen in any Country, any City, any place, at any time, not necessarily ONLY on the Ecuadorian Coast.We ... Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Although it is true a lot of drug and violent events happen around Manabi and Esmeraldas, I'd like to express the fact that everyday life activities continue, and, as long as one avoids dangerous areas, don't get involved with unknown activities, ... 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 ...
Please indicate your pro's and con's about Vilcabamba. Read More
Cost of Living in Ecuador in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Ecuador to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
I live in Tonsupa, Esmeraldas; I find cost of living is a bit more expensive on the coast than in other areas. Own a small Villa, bought 5 yrs. ago for $68,000, prices have remain the same. Property taxes $58,00 (discount applied for ... Read More
Living on the coast around Manta! by dltoomey
Need more recommendations on where to settle around Manta! Where do you live by the ocean?
No one can predict the tremblors nor their strength. It should not be a factor not to consider living by the Ocean. I lived through the strong earthquakes, luckily, my place is a bungalow, thus, it did not suffer structural damages. Climate, ... Read More
Living on the coast around Manta! by dltoomey
Need more recommendations on where to settle around Manta! Where do you live by the ocean?
I live 4 blocks away from the Ocean, but, location is: TONSUPA, Esmeraldas. If interested, I'll be glad to provide you more info. MM Read More
Shipping household goods to Ecuador by Jetodd
I’m trying to get a quote and information about shipping my household goods to Ecuador. I have found a company who will take them from my home to Guayaquil Port, but doesn’t anyone they can recommend to get the goods cleared thru ...
Hi, I brought my household container from Ontario Canada in 2016. I used "ASESORA MIL" Co. They are located in Quito. They took care of every little detail dealing with Ecuador Customs. - Co. name: ASESORA MIL - Address: Av. De Los ... Read More
Oceanside Farms - Another Las Olas? by SawMan
I was surprised to see this real fluff piece today on a new coastal development touted as a "luxury agrihood community" in Puerto Cayo offering "luxury farm ...
Your comment is explicit. I for one, live in Tonsupa- Esmeraldas where there is no an expat community nor exclusive projects designed for expats. However, just for general information, this town is going through a development state. Big hotel ... Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ecuador forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Except for an expat community, Tonsupa - Atacames in Esmeraldas will fulfill your other requirements. Read More
Best bargains in Ecuador by vsimple
1. The absolutely delicious chicken empanada that my neighborhood store sells for a dollar. Aside from being absolutely delicious, it meets my breakfast dietary needs - gets me going. That and a cup of Sweet & Coffee house mix Loja coffee, hits ...
On the coast, by the beach (Atacames). The famous "ceviches" - sea food cocktails prepared right in front of you. Choose yours, from: shrimps, fish, conchas, oysters, squid etc. etc. Average price $6,00. The portion will be served ... Read More
Coast location recommendation by Sibylleanne
I am Belgian, and I will be retired in about a year and I am planning to spend 2-3 months in Ecuador end of 2019, Olón, Puerto Lopez, Crucita or San Clemente. My intention is to retire there if things go on well. However, I am a single woman, ...
I am located in Tonsupa, Province of Esmeraldas in Ecuador. To summarize, this is a developing peaceful touristic town preserving the local ambience, invaded by tourists only during long weekends. Access to local shops and markets by a 10 min. bus ... Read More
Need recommendations on visa process by jagsatori
My family will be moving to Cuenca for 5 months starting in January for a cultural sabbatical. We've been trying to apply for an extended tourist visa of 180 days but have received conflicting information from the virtual consulate website and ...
….The only information I got so far, is within the "MINISTERIO DEL INTERIOR" web page, under Frequent Questions: (Obviously in Spanish) …...La Ley Orgánica de Movilidad Humana en su Artículo 141 señala que, la ... Read More
Need recommendations on visa process by jagsatori
My family will be moving to Cuenca for 5 months starting in January for a cultural sabbatical. We've been trying to apply for an extended tourist visa of 180 days but have received conflicting information from the virtual consulate website and ...
Rocky; When Did this change take place?. Please elaborate on sources. Thank you. MM Read More
Ecuadorian Beef by vsimple
From time to time I read comments about Ecuadorian beef. IMO it’s delicious, but it’s important to get the right cuts. A lot of progress has been made the past three years. This industry like so many others has improved a lot. They are ...
It is delicious!, I prefer it with rice. Note.- For the new comers willing to try it: You must remove "the skin" (top layer) first. Best way to do it, boiling it with salt for few minutes, after that you can cook it adding the spices to ... Read More
Thinking of Retiring in Ecuador by Wantsunshine#55
Hi All, Im new to the forum. Im Canadian and am searching places for my husband and I to retire too and we've heard that Ecuador is affordable for Canadians. We've never been there but need to plan a trip there to see what its like. What ...
I applaud your comment!, just one observation, I live in Tonsupa, and, the "expats population" is probably the smallest in Ecuador while the real state availability is huge. Cheers! MM Read More