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The unofficial web page of the greater Cuenca expat community by Nards Barley
I designate this thread as the unofficial web page for the Cuenca Expat community. I also designate myself as the unoffical spokesperson. It is actually a continuation of my non-blog, but I wanted to elevate my status in the wake of the continued ...
We haven't heard from Nards Barley our unofficial Ecuador expert here in a couple of years either. The expat breeze seems to be changing direction?It changes constantly and rarely does an expat get their destination right the first time. I ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Ecuador by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I agree. I imagine living in Quito is expensive. It is much more affordable to live in places like Santo Domingo and Malacatos. Our 3 bedroom apartment with full roof access is only $215 a month. Quito in my opinion is overblown.To determine ... Read More
Non-financial reasons to move to Ecuador by IT1
Some people, like me, have thought of moving to Ecuador for financial reasons. Once I "normalized" or compared what I would have in the US, if I lived an Ecuadorian lifestyle in the US, it didn't really seem cheaper to move there. In ...
1. It’s a challenge and also fun. 2. it’s beautiful, for such a small country. it offers a lot in terms of geography, climate, etc currently i’m at the coast with warm / hot temps with A/C on - yesterday i was in the mountains ... Read More
Speaking Spanish in Ecuador by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Spanish is essential for a successful integration in Ecuador. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Spanish? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
I have bilateral hearing deficit from having served in the U. S. Army back before ear plugs were issued to soldiers. I wear V. A. issued hearing aids but even so, they are only AIDS: I've not gotten my pre-army hearing back! My primary ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
As long as you have inequalities, you’ll find crime in copious amounts. The have not’s have to take from the have’s lol Still don’t know if it’s legal to carry pepper spray in Ecuador? 🇪🇨That is ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
Cuenca is safer than Quito but it doesn’t mean there’s no crime. I talked to a Canadian that moved there and was robbed by using scopolamine. He said he woke up in the hospital after 4 days of being in a coma, not knowing what had ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
I live in the US but was born in Quito Ecuador eons ago lol I still have relatives left there and visit occasionally. For a number of years I’ve been thinking of going back as I’m tired of Trumpland. I live in central Florida in a small ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
We can debate the percentages all night. But what is the government and specially the police doing about it? I’ve been watching videos in Spanish of south Quito where bands of thieves and drug addicts live in squatter camps close to the ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
I think people should be aware rather than worried. That’s the point of this thread to bring awareness of specific types of crime that we have in Ecuador. Crimes like express kidnappings, scopolamine drugging and modus operandi of sacapintas. Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
How about taking the bus vs a taxi?The only type of crime on buses that we hear and read about is petty crime. Especially, snatch and run where the thieves would time the “snatch” just as the bus opens it door. Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
Thanks for the information. Ok, crime is increasing or the reporting of it is, maybe. My question is about express kidnappings and decreasing the chance of being a victim. I agree, know the taxi driver. But what about owning a car? Will that be ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
On the other hand, I'm seeing less crime reported in Guayaquil, but I'm not really tracking it closely, so I could be wrong.That’s good to hear but can only be verified with numbers. In Quito,robberies (person) increased 5.74% from ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
Thanks for providing details on crime rate rise. What was the population increase (including those from Venezuela). If the population estimates increased by the same amount, then the crime rate remained exactly the same but the report got more ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
On the other hand, I'm seeing less crime reported in Guayaquil, but I'm not really tracking it closely, so I could be wrong.That’s good to hear but can only be verified with numbers. In Quito,robberies (person) increased 5.74% from ... Read More
Crime in Ecuador 2019 by vsimple
A new year, and updated information relating to crime is important. For members who contribute, do state the city and area you are referring to and preferably a source. Here is an Ecuadorian word that all residents should know - sacapintas. This ...
Wow, it’s shocking, what can we do?Yes, the resurgence of express kidnappings is quite concerning. Family and friends visit regularly and now I have to give extra attention to their transportation needs while they are here. But your question ... Read More