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Capricorn1
Joined 2019
Posts: 13

4 years ago

Ecuador Coastal Cities

4 years ago

Happy New Year all,

You all have been helpful on my previous forum topic on moving to Ecuador but now have some additional questions on the coast in general as compared to the mountain cities.

Bear in mind that my wife has arthritus and bad knees. We need a place that she can get around fairly easily to shops/grocery etc. on an electric motor scooter and a place where the barometric pressure is stable. Short and inexpensive cab fares are also a must. We are looking for a furnished 2 bed-2 bath around $800/month (12 month lease)

So, with that in mind, I'm hoping to get some really good feedback on the best options amongst coastal cities based on the following factors:

1.) Cost of living compared to Cuenca/Quito.

2.) Overall better climate (ie. Salinas vs. Cuenca. We like it warm. We use to live in Fort Lauderdale.

3) Mobility (ease of getting around via various modes)

4.) Access to services available in big cities versus smaller towns)

5.) General safety

6.) Social atmosphere (We are both in our sixties and retired.)

7.) Ease of Transportation to other towns/cities in Ecuador.

Ken M, Kevin M and Kimberly-your comments very much welcome here.

Many thanks in advance and Have a good weekend all.

John W.

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