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Canadian looking for information about Ecuador
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Lives in Calgary
Speaks English, Spanish, a bit of French
Registration: 05 November 2012
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Robbed/Scammed By Farmer's Market Vendor by wlae84
This really has been bothering me. I have to get this off my chest... So I went to the farmer's market yesterday. I gave the old lady 50 cents and took 5 oranges. She took the oranges out of my bag, put them back in the bin. And then put her ...
Just to add to the "caveat emptor" theme...recently, while taking a cab in Quito, the driver asked if I wd be willing to change his $20 Bill for 2 $10. So being the trusty Canadian, I obliged...only to find out later at the restaurant, ... Read More
New members of the Ecuador forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 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 ...
I like Donkey jote Read More
Robbed of Big Bucks in Broad Daylight After Leaving a Quito Bank! by cccmedia
Today on the "Roommate" thread, J K. told us that his wife was robbed in Quito in 2014. "Someone followed her from the bank after she made a large withdrawal and robbed her in a busy area in broad daylight," he reported. This ...
Well,good to be back in Ecuador once again, Quito for a few days in any case before heading out for adventures. Let me just say I learned a valuable lesson on my cab ride from the airport:when the cab driver asked if I had change for a $20 bill. ... Read More
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 ...
Good story, Nards. I did enjoy Vilca, especially the guided horseback ride into Podocarpus ($40) but found a place where the bus drops you off right near the restaurant across from the outdoor mercado...$6/night. I will be visiting Loja later thus ... Read More
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 ...
SJpersonal note: I highly recommend you spend a bit of time in your chosen location before relocating. Your enthusiasm is admirable. But if you plan to retire to Cuenca then flip flops will not be part of your daily wear I can assure you. Great ... Read More
español for Gringos by cccmedia
Let's find out if there's interest in a thread for folks who want to share or expand what they know about the Spanish language. I'm thinking tips, trix, quirks, observations, embarrassing moments, triumphal moments, and other encounters ...
...add to the list of new learnings Dios mio=my God Que hubo?= what's up Hasta la proxima= until next time Read More
español for Gringos by cccmedia
Let's find out if there's interest in a thread for folks who want to share or expand what they know about the Spanish language. I'm thinking tips, trix, quirks, observations, embarrassing moments, triumphal moments, and other encounters ...
CCCmedia Good summary, excellent Spanish hints: don't forget, if the waiter asks how dinner is going/went 'Sabroso!' (Tasty!) Salud Read More
Golf in Ecuador, where are the places to retire and play golf. by bharris345
My wife and I are going to Ecuador early 2012 and would like to know places to visit that have nice courses. How much are memberships? Do they have homes/condos to rent? Would like to live there for some time before investing in a home. Are there ...
CWV123 So where, more precisely, is the touted golf course located? I am traveling Ecuador next month and wd want to check location and amenities. Gracias PS Costa Jama or Coasta Jama Read More
Golf in Ecuador, where are the places to retire and play golf. by bharris345
My wife and I are going to Ecuador early 2012 and would like to know places to visit that have nice courses. How much are memberships? Do they have homes/condos to rent? Would like to live there for some time before investing in a home. Are there ...
CWV123 So where, more precisely, is the touted golf course located? I am traveling Ecuador next month and wd want to check location and amenities. Gracias Read More
Can I use a Canadian Debit Card in Ecuador to draw cash? by kkppwilkinson
We will be visiting Ecuador and travelling throughout the country for a five week period. We would like to use our Canadian debit card at an interac machine to draw USD cash. Is this possible? If so, is there a specific bank in Ecuador that we ...
Just to add to the comments: note that some bank ATM's have a higher 'service charge' than others. So others living in the larger cities, I.e. Quito, Guayaquil May be able to specify which are the best ATM's to use. Note that often, ... Read More
Anybody living in Vilcabamba or Loja? by ActionMgt
You never see anything posted about Vilcabamba or Loja on this forum. Just wondering if anybody lives there that could tell me what it's like, if they like it there, and what the availability might be for renting a 2 bedroom small house with 2 ...
Steve I do not believe you will have much luck re: English school for your son in either Vilabamba or Loja. Just my thoughts but you would be better off in Quito, say, but at least the educational requirements wd be met but at the expense of your ... Read More
español for Gringos by cccmedia
Let's find out if there's interest in a thread for folks who want to share or expand what they know about the Spanish language. I'm thinking tips, trix, quirks, observations, embarrassing moments, triumphal moments, and other encounters ...
...one word Pimsleur Por los que tienen miedo.... Read More
español for Gringos by cccmedia
Let's find out if there's interest in a thread for folks who want to share or expand what they know about the Spanish language. I'm thinking tips, trix, quirks, observations, embarrassing moments, triumphal moments, and other encounters ...
A fun thread, this. Permit me to share some pitfalls to avoid with Spanish. Once, in a cab, the taxista asked what I did for a living before retiring. I said that I was employed in "la empresa de pulpo y papel", clear enough for me that I ... Read More
Chucking out Cuenca by bubbaNsissy
Nancy and I are intrigued, we want to plan a trip to put eyes on Cuenca, we could sure use some guidance on getting the skinny about the ups and downs of retiring here. :cool:
Stick Good point you make regarding stay for 10 weeks: anyone wanting the skinny needs to check out the scene (as opposed to chukking out same), wherever before taking the plunge. Sure goes a long way to learning the lingo, or at least a working ... Read More
An Influx to EC From a So. American Country Where It's All Gone Wrong by cccmedia
. Those paying close attention to this blog for Ecuador may have noticed the more frequent appearance lately of the flag of Venesuela alongside the introductions of new members. Though frequently not English-speakers, these folks are seeking ...
Good comments, James. Appears our amigo from Bethlehem is happy to stay put in his cozy manger. And critic from a safe distance... I generally try to stay away from the expat scene, especially in Cuenca, where the majority of the American expats are ... Read More