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Expat Guide to Living in Bahia de Caraquez

Whether you're already living in Bahia de Caraquez or preparing to move to Bahia de Caraquez, our Expat Guide to Living in Ecuador offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Bahia de Caraquez. For answers to specific questions, visit our Ecuador Forum to talk with expats in Bahia de Caraquez.

Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador: The Paradise Peninsula

After years of exploring Central and South America, LaCoursiere found his paradise - Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador.

Culture Shock in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

An expat in Bahia de Caraquez enjoys the slower pace of life. She explains that people there take time to enjoy family and friends. She feels very fortunate to have found Ecuador and loves Bahia.

Dream vs Reality of Living in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

One expat dreamed of moving to Ecuador and living in the country. After arriving, she quickly learned that it was dangerous for a single woman to live by herself out in the country. She ended up in the small town of Bahia de Caraquez and is very happy there!

Retirement in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

An expat who retired to Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador enjoys Bahia's very low cost of living, fresh uncontaminated food and warm climate. He wishes he had been more cautious with investments given the issues in Ecuador with the 7.8 earthquake last April. The experience has taught him a lot about buying property and property laws.

More Culture Shock Reports for Bahia de Caraquez

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Bahia de Caraquez handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Bahia de Caraquez:

Culture Shock in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

Culture Shock in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

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More Living in Bahia de Caraquez Reports

What are people's priorities in Bahia de Caraquez - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Bahia de Caraquez:

Living in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

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Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Bahia de Caraquez? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Bahia de Caraquez? Help others moving to Bahia de Caraquez by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

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International School Report

Parents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Bahia de Caraquez with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Bahia de Caraquez, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

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Dream vs. Reality of Living in Bahia de Caraquez Reports

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Bahia de Caraquez. If you are already living in Bahia de Caraquez, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not. Below are some of the reports from expats in Bahia de Caraquez:

Dream vs. Reality of Living in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

Dream vs. Reality of Living in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

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Retiring in Bahia de Caraquez Reports

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Bahia de Caraquez, by filling out our Overseas Retirement report. Below are some of the reports from expats in Bahia de Caraquez:

Retiring in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Bahia de Caraquez? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Bahia de Caraquez by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Bahia de Caraquez? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Bahia de Caraquez? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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Ecuador Forum
Join our Ecuador forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Ecuador.

Living in Ecuador Guide

Expats in Ecuador share some of the pros and cons of living in Ecuador. Topics covered include where to live, the bureaucracy, the people and more.

Moving to Ecuador Guide

Expats in Ecuador offer advice to newcomers and people considering a move to Ecuador about clothing, sunscreen, renting before buying, gringo pricing, Ecuadorians politeness and much more.

Best Places to Live in Ecuador

Expats share some of their favorite places to live in Ecuador from beautiful colonial cities to affordable beach towns.

Healthcare in Ecuador

Expats in Ecuador share their experiences with healthcare and overseas medical insurance in Ecuador.

Real Estate in Ecuador

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Ecuador.

Pros & Cons of Living in Ecuador

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in 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.