Expat Guide to Living in Salinas

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

Moving to Salinas, Ecuador

An expat talks about moving to Salinas, Ecuador - the lower cost of living, beach life and what to bring to make it feel like home.

Living in Salinas, Ecuador

I'd say if you are retired and wanting a nice beach area where the views are exceptional. Yes this maybe the place for you. But there are many cities along the coast that you may like better.

Dream vs Reality of Living in Salinas, Ecuador

An expat in Ecuador talks about what she had expected life to be like vs. the reality of living in Salinas. She enjoys life in Salinas and appreciates the family-oriented culture, the beautiful weather and running her own business. Salinas has a small town feel where everybody knows what's going on in your life, but the positive side of that is that 15 people jump in and help if you are sick or need help.

More Culture Shock Reports for Salinas

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

Culture Shock in Salinas, Ecuador

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More Living in Salinas Reports

What are people's priorities in Salinas - 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 Salinas:

Living in Salinas, Ecuador

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More Moving to Salinas Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Salinas? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Salinas? Below are some of the responses from expats in Salinas:

Moving to Salinas, Ecuador

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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 Salinas with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Salinas, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

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Dream vs. Reality of Living in Salinas Reports

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

Dream vs. Reality of Living in Salinas, Ecuador

Dream vs. Reality of Living in Salinas, Ecuador

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Overseas Retirement Report

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 Salinas by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

Submit a Retire Abroad Report

Having a Baby Abroad Report

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

Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report

Working Abroad Report

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

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Expatriate Health Insurance

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An Expat Talks about Culture Shock & Living in Guayaquil, Ecuador

A newcomer to Ecuador offers an honest view of what it's like adjusting to life in Guayaquil. From finding it hard to understand people, because they speak too fast to feeling depressed and thinking about returning home, she is truly in the midst of culture shock.

An Expat Discusses Living in Cuenca, Ecuador

An expat offers an immensely helpful view of what it's like living in Cuenca, Ecuador - from expat clubs to job opportunities.

An expat offers an immensely helpful view of what it's like living in Cuenca, Ecuador - from expat clubs to job opportunities. ...

Expat Survey: Ecuador Highly Rated By Expats

Expats have loved living in Ecuador for a long time, and that trend continues according to expats who responded to our "Best Places to Live in 2020" survey. Read on to see how satisfied and read some quotes about what it's like to live there.

Expats Talk About The Biggest Challenges They Face Living in Latin America

Expats talk about some of the biggest challenges they've faced living in Latin America. Whether you're moving to Panama City or Punta del Este, this article is a must read to help you prepare (hint: you'll be much happier if you learn the language) and adjust your expectations (realities: the roads are rough, the pace of life is slower and bureaucracy is unavoidable). Despite all of the challenges, the list of what expats like about life in Latin America far exceeds the challenges.

13 Expats Talk about Living in Ecuador

Expats in Ecuador talk about what its like living in Ecuador. From the lower cost of living to its wonderful climate to the focus on family, Ecuador is a popular destination for retirees and other expats.

17 Tips from Expats about Moving to Ecuador

We asked expats in Ecuador for advice for newcomers. From cost of living to what to bring to culture shock, their insight is a must read for anyone thinking about moving to Ecuador.

We asked expats in Ecuador for advice for newcomers. From cost of living to what to bring to culture shock, their insight is a must read for anyone thinking about moving to Ecuador. ...