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YapaTree (previously GringoTree) has been helping expats find their new property to rent or buy for over 10 years. But, this is the first time
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May 9, 2022
YapaTree (previously GringoTree) has been helping expats find their new property to rent or buy for over 10 years. But, this is the first time
Many of us with time on our hands feel the itch to lend a hand to Cuenca’s less fortunate but don’t know how to get
Hello and welcome back to Yapa Tree. In this article, I’m going to look through your options when it comes to furnishing a house without
Editor’s NoteThis article was contributed by Rick Snyder. Rick is a long-term resident of Cuenca and has been very generous with his time & effort
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Editor’s Note: Joseph obtained his Professional Visa before the new rule changes came into effect on March 10, 2022. We suggest obtaining up-to-date visa information
Editor’s Note: This is the first article from our newest contributor, Joseph Kennedy. You may know him from his YouTube Channel ‘Capture Joseph‘. We’re very
One of the key considerations of expats moving to Ecuador is health insurance and the quality of healthcare. And, rightly so. This can be especially
Helping expats find properties to rent or buy has been a core service offering from GringoTree (now YapaTree) for over a decade. When we took
Looking to rent or buy in Cuenca? This guide covers the neighborhoods popular with expats and why. First time visitors are often surprised at the
It feels like we’re still catching our breath from Ecuador’s 2021 visa updates. Given we swore in a new President after these 2021 visa changes,
The biggest cycling event in Cuenca’s calendar was the L’ETAPA by Tour De France held today 20 February 2022. These photos were taken as the
It’s one of those rare summer nights in London, UK. As I leave the Covent Garden underground station and enjoy the 5-minute walk towards popular
We spoke with a local Spanish teacher, Fausto Balarezo, to get his thoughts on taking Spanish classes in Cuenca. We recently covered the best ways
One of the questions we get asked a LOT is “How can I sustain myself in Ecuador?” Obviously, this isn’t so important to the retired
We’re back with another medical-related deal. Today it’s all about taking care of your eyes with our trusted partner, Optica Americana. Stop worrying about your
“I wish my Spanish was better.” How many times have you caught yourself thinking or saying this exact phrase? Even after 3 years in Latin
We’ve got a super special deal to bring in the new year. Gran Colombia Suites is offering cardholders a significant discount when staying for 15
It’s easy for expats to be lured to Cuenca by the affordability of property and land prices. Of course, the price varies depending on various
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When Juan Estrella was a boy growing up in Cuenca, he didn’t have television or the internet. He’d read about magic in books, but he’d
I ate at 15 different Mexican restaurants so you don’t have to. I chewed the beef. I digested the tacos. I sank various Mexican beers.
YapaTree (previously GringoTree) has been helping expats find their new property to rent or buy for over 10 years. But, this is the first time
Many of us with time on our hands feel the itch to lend a hand to Cuenca’s less fortunate but don’t know how to get
Hello and welcome back to Yapa Tree. In this article, I’m going to look through your options when it comes to furnishing a house without
Many gringos have loved going to Tienda Nectar over the years, but there are still many health seekers who don’t know about this gem in
Heading to Cuenca soon and want to equip yourself with plenty of knowledge about accommodation options? YapaTree is here to help! We’re going to guide
Disclaimer: This is a difficult story to read. It’s also very explicit. If you are triggered by sexual assault content you may want to skip
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