What do expats find most challenging?

We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Cuenca. They wrote...

"One of the most difficult aspects of the Cuenca culture for many expats is the idea of personal space. Cuencan culture is considered to be quite close and family-oriented, making it difficult for expats to maintain a sense of personal space. Additionally, expats can find the local language and customs complex and challenging. Despite the language barrier, expats often find it difficult to create meaningful relationships with local people. Additionally, many expats struggle with the pace of life which can be slower than hey may be used to with fewer conveniences like reliable internet and quick access to customer service," wrote a member who made the move to Cuenca, Ecuador, Ecuador.

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"My Spanish - when caught off-guard, or in the early morning, my language ability (Spanish, but to a degree, English as well :-) fails and I am floundering. By afternoon, all is well," explained one expat living in Cuenca, Ecuador.

What do expats find most challenging?

If you live in Cuenca, newcomers to Cuenca would love to hear your answer to this question.