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alvintx
Joined 2014
Posts: 7

9 years ago

Salinas? La Libertad? someplace not very humid?

9 years ago

Hello all.

I am thinking of early retirement in Ecuador. Me and my wife enjoy the sea. We would like to visit some coastal cities in Ecuador towards the end of this year on exploratory trip.

I live near Houston, Texas so I am used to warm weather. However I don't like the humidity.

I would like my target location to be warm, sunny and not humid. It should have decent shopping and decent emergency medical care (heart attacks, strokes, accidents, etc.)

We are willing to consider Cuenca (and forgo the sea) if the coast is too humid.

In fact I was considering coastal areas of Thailand and Malaysia but have read its humid there as well. Costa Blanca coast of Spain would be ideal but getting residency visa is tough.

Q1) Would Salinas or La Libertad suit my needs for weather?

Q2) What's the difference between the two towns? Why would one choose one over another given they are so close?

Q3) How important is it to have your own car in this area? Would a small scooter be enough?

Looking forward to your comments. Thanks!

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