Hello everyone....
Its been my hearts desire to relocate to South America for sometime now. FINALLY my husband said its ok to go visit and check it out. So we chose Ecuador after much research. (Planned time of arrival: Dec 2011)
We do not know spanish!! ahhhh!!! I mean I know SOME. But I think my 3 year old speaks better english than I do spanish! Im wondering HOW difficult this visit will be? Will it be so much more expensive since I do not speak the language?
I see the rental prices on craigslist...and I cant help but think that the prices are higher due to the american audience of craigslist. And I do NOT want to get ripped off because Im american!!
So, should I hire an interpreter to help me find a place to rent? But then...where do I stay until I find a place?? I dont want to waste all my money on a hotel..and then I've heard stories about bedbugs in the hotels!
I have my children to worry about...I dont want to end up in a bad neighborhood on the wrong side of town! But how will I know, since I dont speak spanish?
So...anyone out there know anyone in Cuenca that can help us out? I am not asking for FREE help...but some places that Ive researched that offer americans help cost like $200 a night. I'd rather save that $200 a night and put it towards the MONTHLY rent of like $500 instead!!
Okay..so I really rambled on here, sorry! I am just very nervous and wished I had some brethren out there to help me, so I can feel peace.
Thanks for any helpful responses!
Christa