Coming to visit to look over several cities for retiring.

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P HarpHillMember18 January 2011 02:44:15

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for some feedback from all of you that are already living in Ecuador. I'm coming this summer for about a month to look around for a place that I may wish to settle. I'm a professional Chef, and want somewhere safe, that may also be a great place to open a tiny little bakery/cafe. I'd like to be close to a major city, and possibly close to the beach.

I've already contacted an immigration attorney and shipping agent, who I plan to meet in person when I visit, so I think that info is covered. I've also gotten help from the local consulate.

I'm most curious about being able to find everything I need there. I'm just going to sell everything and ship a couple of boxes of personal items when I finally move. It's too expensive to ship a container, and way too complicated.

Anything anyone can advise? Can I find a decent private rental property for the prices I'm reading about? I don't want anything elaborate - just about 600 square feet, clean and pest-free.

I welcome all information from areas close to Guayaquil, Cotacachi, Montanita, Olan, etc........

Thanks! P.

Christine ViP

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ChristineViP18 January 2011 08:18:47

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Hi P HarpHill,

Welcome on Expat-blog!

I hope other members will share their expat experience with you very soon.

I wish you good luck
Christine

jfgranda Member

Member since 10 January 2011

jfgrandaMember22 January 2011 19:56:27

Hello Harp

I live in Cuenca, i'm ecuatorian.
My wife is a chef also, and I believe we can help you a little

I work with expats, before, during and after the journey.
I also have a very good attorney that charges a reasonable price for your papers and visa.

If you want, I can give you a hand with places as well. I know some very beautiful apartments at the beach for sale. I own an apartment in this building, it has swimming pools, tennis courts, steam bath, turkish bath, the whole nine yards.

Let me know if I can help.

jfgranda@gmail.com

Regards

quito0819 Serial expat

Member since 24 March 2010

quito0819Serial expat22 January 2011 21:30:55

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If you plan on opening a coffee/pastry shop, you might want to rethink your plan to sell everything. A lot of the things you use are expensive here and hard to find.

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