JOHN FISHER
Canadian expat in Ecuador
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Canadian
Lives in Manta
Registration: 19 June 2013
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Best area for coastal living in Ecuador by kerriw
Hi all! We are a young, Canadian couple looking to move to Ecuador for a life-change and a change of scenery. The most important things we are looking for are access to the ocean (or lake), warm weather, food, social life, and authentic Ecuador ...
I grew up in Toronto in the Ice Age,have lived in many foreign countries and have lived the past five years in Ecuador,primarily on the coast. Judging from the prerequisites of your post I would suggest a couple of coastal towns and small cities ... Read More
Manta Area by VickyF
Hi there, I am a 68 yr old single female from Calgary AB, Canada. I just returned from a tour with Ecuador Expat Journeys and it was great. I just retired and am interested in wintering in the Manta area. Any suggestions as to how I can seek ...
Frank,the figure I quoted for new Manta apartment rentals was $1000-1200 range per mo. Read More
Manta Area by VickyF
Hi there, I am a 68 yr old single female from Calgary AB, Canada. I just returned from a tour with Ecuador Expat Journeys and it was great. I just retired and am interested in wintering in the Manta area. Any suggestions as to how I can seek ...
Gracias,voy a ir para ver. Read More
Manta Area by VickyF
Hi there, I am a 68 yr old single female from Calgary AB, Canada. I just returned from a tour with Ecuador Expat Journeys and it was great. I just retired and am interested in wintering in the Manta area. Any suggestions as to how I can seek ...
Canoa casitas, $500. mo.sounds interesting. I would like to know more about these units. Location,information ? Read More
Manta Area by VickyF
Hi there, I am a 68 yr old single female from Calgary AB, Canada. I just returned from a tour with Ecuador Expat Journeys and it was great. I just retired and am interested in wintering in the Manta area. Any suggestions as to how I can seek ...
Vicky,there are clean,furnished off--beach, but walking distance apartments available in the $5-600 range. Read More
Manta Area by VickyF
Hi there, I am a 68 yr old single female from Calgary AB, Canada. I just returned from a tour with Ecuador Expat Journeys and it was great. I just retired and am interested in wintering in the Manta area. Any suggestions as to how I can seek ...
I suppose that no one has to live in Manta,but many of us that do find it a comfortable small city. It lacks the colonial charm of Cuenca but for us flatlanders, living at and on the sea is a bonus. As is the year round temperate weather and pretty ... Read More
Manta Area by VickyF
Hi there, I am a 68 yr old single female from Calgary AB, Canada. I just returned from a tour with Ecuador Expat Journeys and it was great. I just retired and am interested in wintering in the Manta area. Any suggestions as to how I can seek ...
Vicky,I live on the beach in Manta. Beachfront or proximity here is relatively expensive compared to other Ecuador locations. New 1 bedroom hi-rise condos are renting in the $1000-1200 range per mo. There are other options depending on haw much you ... Read More
Prediction: Existing Homes Price-Tags Will Rocket 30-45 Percent Higher by cccmedia
Raised EC tariffs on construction materials, home furnishings and appliances will cause the value of existing homes to rise 30-45 percent, according to an analysis published prominently by Gary A. Scott. He is an Ecuador blogger, ...
You will note from the Gary A Scott article that he is not offering personal property for sale. Also he charges directly for 3rd party real estate adds placed on his site. He does not charge real estate commissions. His article is based on real ... Read More
coastal towns by GloBug
We are considering retiring on the coast of Ecuador and are currently researching towns/cities on the coast to decide where we should visit on our trip next year. If you live on the coast, please post what you like/dislike about where you live. ...
From your list of prerequisites you might have been describing Manta. I have lived several years in Manta as have a contingent of 50 or so other expats,mostly from the U.S.but with a sprinkling of Canadians,Brits,and Aussies as well. There are ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador from Canada by Barbara Suderman
Hi, everyone out there! I am hoping you can help me with some issues and would appreciate your feedback. I am returning to Calgary, Canada on Tuesday to prepare for my move here at the end of June. Yes, I realize it is not the most opportune time ...
Even if the $600 all inclusive is a "come-on ",the total price of $950 including government fees still looks reasonable provided the service delivers as it claims. My comment regarding misinformation was based on the plethora of inaccurate ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador from Canada by Barbara Suderman
Hi, everyone out there! I am hoping you can help me with some issues and would appreciate your feedback. I am returning to Calgary, Canada on Tuesday to prepare for my move here at the end of June. Yes, I realize it is not the most opportune time ...
Residency visas for expats : www.ecuadorvisas.com Advertised on "Gringo Tree" Cuenca newsletter. $600 all inclusive residency visa. + shipping assistance,medical,etc. Not a personal recommendation as I have not used the service. Website ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador from Canada by Barbara Suderman
Hi, everyone out there! I am hoping you can help me with some issues and would appreciate your feedback. I am returning to Calgary, Canada on Tuesday to prepare for my move here at the end of June. Yes, I realize it is not the most opportune time ...
Greg,the place to start is your nearest Ecuadorean consulate or embassy. i.e. Bloor St. at Avenue Rd. Toronto. Read More
Moving to Ecuador from Canada by Barbara Suderman
Hi, everyone out there! I am hoping you can help me with some issues and would appreciate your feedback. I am returning to Calgary, Canada on Tuesday to prepare for my move here at the end of June. Yes, I realize it is not the most opportune time ...
Greg,one of the reasons you get a multiplicity of answers to the "REQUIREMENTS" question is that there have been many administrative and rule changes in Ecuador immigration in the past several years. The department has worked to ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador from Canada by Barbara Suderman
Hi, everyone out there! I am hoping you can help me with some issues and would appreciate your feedback. I am returning to Calgary, Canada on Tuesday to prepare for my move here at the end of June. Yes, I realize it is not the most opportune time ...
Hola, the golf course is just before Montecristi .when heading out of Manta. A friend was on site 2 weeks ago and reported the first 9 holes were in play and 10 thro 16 completed,possibly open now. The best and most consistent restaurant in my ... Read More
coastal towns by GloBug
We are considering retiring on the coast of Ecuador and are currently researching towns/cities on the coast to decide where we should visit on our trip next year. If you live on the coast, please post what you like/dislike about where you live. ...
Hi,Im John Fisher. Iv'e lived 4 years in Ecuador,on the coast and have explored all the towns south to north from Salinas to Esmeraldas.Now,things are changing rapidly as new developments spread along the coast. My ist word of advice would be to ... Read More