Ecuador Articles
Advice for expats living in Ecuador
9 Important Tips about Healthcare for Expats in Ecuador
Expats in Ecuador share their experiences with healthcare and overseas medical insurance in Ecuador.
Leaving the US? The 17 Best Places to Live Overseas
We try not to get political, but we can help you find a great place to live overseas if the U.S. election results have you thinking about moving overseas. Here's a list of 17 of the best places to live overseas based upon expats' advice and recommendations.
Fed Up with Trump vs Clinton? 10 Best Countries to Live Overseas If You're Thinking About Leaving the United States
If you're so fed up with the US presidential election that you're actually thinking about moving to another country, we have compiled a list of 10 countries to consider. For each country, we cover why expats like living there and touch on topics like taxes, lifestyle, government, healthcare and more.
8 Tips for Living in Cuenca, Ecuador
Many expats in Cuenca, Ecuador love the city's climate, friendly people and low cost of living. Other expats find that this developing city's bland food, dirty streets and noisy neighborhoods are too much to take.
Ecuador Check-In and Help Needed Thread
The earthquake in Ecuador has impacted many areas where our members reside. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Ecuador. We have setup a Check-In and Help Needed thread for our members in Ecuador.
Top 10 Reasons to Consider Ecuador for Your Retirement
Retirees in Ecuador enjoy an incredible number of benefits in their expat life abroad. Here are ten of the best reasons to consider this South American country when you look abroad for retirement.
Thanksgiving in Ecuador
For American expats looking to dine out on Thanksgiving, here's a list of several restaurants offering Thanksgiving dinners in Quito and Cuena.
Expat Ecuador: 10 Tips for Living in Ecuador
Expats in Ecuador appreciate the cost of living, the friendly people, the beautiful weather and warm culture. The bureaucracy can be very trying, petty theft an issue and driving downright dangerous. But, if you ask most expats who are retired or working in Ecuador, they don't regret the move to Ecuador.
5 Great Places to Retire in South America
Expats offered their recommendations for places to retire in South America. We know that this is a short list and hope you'll add your favorites below in the comments section.
Ecuador: A Primer for the First Time Visitor (or, why you don't need a tour)
Susan Schlesinger, our Ecuador Forum moderator and the Manager of the Ocean Hideaway, gives her primer for newcomers and visitors to Ecuador.
The Most Sought After Document in South America
Charles Barrett offers some helpful tips to ensure that you minimize risk associated with a lost or stolen passport.
Cotacachi, Ecuador - An Up and Coming Expat Destination
Cotacachi, Ecuador had only a handful of expat residents only three years ago. Now, expat-owned restaurants are opening, gated housing developments are springing up and expat social clubs are forming. It's an exciting time to move to Cotacachi.
7 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do in Ecuador
Alone, cheap cost of living is a bad reason to move to another country, that could change overnight! Buonamici shares 7 other reasons.
World's Top Retirement Havens 1 Through 9
Where are the best places to retire overseas? Which retirement haven is right for you? France? Ecuador? Panama? Nicaragua? Thailand? Kathleen Peddicord shares the pros and cons of the world's top 9 retirement havens.
The Dog Whisperers of Cotacachi, Ecuador
Lee and Peggy Carper are on a mission to spay and neuter the stray dogs of Cotacachi, Ecuador -- as well as to nurse and feed the ones who showed malnutrition or disease.
Strategies for Staying Safe in Ecuador
Strategies for staying safe in Ecuador from our Ecuador Forum and US Department of State.
Expat Advice about Crime & Safety in Ecuador
Advice from Expats in Ecuador about Safety, Security and Crime in Ecuador.
Ecuador Safety from US State Department
Ecuador Crime, Safety and Country Information from the US State Department.
International Schools in Ecuador
From the American School of Quito to Acadamia Cotopaxi, we cover the most popular international schools in Ecuador.
Life of an Expat in Cotacachi, Ecuador
Cotacachi, Ecuador is a wonderful place to retire. Former teacher, Gary Kesinger, describes life in Cotacachi.
2010 Ecuador Cost of Living
Living in Ecuador may not be an inexpensive as living in Mexico or living in Costa Rica, but it's still cheap. Ecuador real estate reporter gives a brief overview of 2010 Cost of living in Ecuador.
Visa Ecuador: The Best Way to Obtain a Residency Visa in Ecuador
What is the best Ecuador visa to have? How do expats obtain a residency visa in Ecuador? Many expats obtain a retirement visa or investment visa, but there's another visa that will save you time and money.
The Most Sought After Document in South America
Altered passports bring thousands on the black market in Ecuador. Keeping your passport safe and giving notarized, color copies to lawyers, customs and other officials is very important.
Moving to Ecuador: Tips for Newcomers in Ecuador
When it comes to getting an insider's perspective on expat life in Ecuador, our Ecuador network is the place to post! With hundreds of posts each month, members cover current events, moving and relocation advice and much more!
Ten Things You Should Know Before You Move To Central or South America
Lee offers ten tips for people contemplating a move to Central or South America.
City Profile: Quito, Ecuador
English teachers abound in Ecuador's capital city of Quito. With great night life, welcoming people, nearby mountains and active expat groups it might be just right for you.
Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador: The Paradise Peninsula
After years of exploring Central and South America, LaCoursiere found his paradise - Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador.
Ecuador's Top-Notch Medical and Dental Care
A review of Ecuador's top-notch medical and dental care.









