Category: General Discussion

Hi everybody,  This site is not very active, but hopefully someday that might change.  I have arrived back in Cotacachi and will be here for the next couple of months.  If you would like to get together for coffee or Read More …

I’m having a heck of a time trying to transfer money from Schwab stateside to Mushuc Runa Credit union in Cotacachi. I’m going to try a different institution. Has anyone else had problems transferring money?

I have added a new app that will translate the site to Spanish, German, French and Italian.  Just click on the flag at the top of the page to switch between languages.  Translations provided by Google, so don’t blame the Read More …

I am hoping to get some advice on visa application and procedures. After researching different communities in Ecuador, I have decided to seek retirement in Cotacachi. (Not too small, not too big.) I have accessed the government website for visa Read More …

Giselle and I are back in town for a couple of weeks.  A lot has changed since our last visit.  There seems to be more construction, many restaurants have moved or disappeared, there is a brand new artisan market next Read More …

Excerpt from EcuaAssist.com… Before coming to Ecuador, you should check this comprehensive list of items you are allowed to bring with you to Ecuador whether you are a tourist, resident or Ecuadorian citizen.  Notice: this only applies when you arrive Read More …

 Here is an interesting article I found on GringosAbroad.com…. What Should You Bring When Moving to Ecuador?  Posted in: Everything Expat, Living in Ecuador Bryan Haines May 31, 2011 Updated: December 8, 2015 This is a guest post by an American expat living in Cuenca since 2007.  Read More …