Ecuador’s Paro 2022 – Why are Indigenous Groups Striking?
“Hun, does Airbnb provide refunds?” This was my question to Michelle as we entered the 13th day of the 2022 strike led by some of
“Hun, does Airbnb provide refunds?” This was my question to Michelle as we entered the 13th day of the 2022 strike led by some of
President Lasso announced the Galapagos nature reserve will increase by 60,000 square kilometers in what he considers may become the largest conservation debt swap to
Ecuador’s Minister of Health, Ximena Garzón confirmed that vaccination certificates obtained abroad would be accepted in Ecuador. The ministry later confirmed that foreign vaccination certificates
New requirements are now in force when entering Ecuador. From 30th August 2021, a Traveler Health Declaration (Declaración de Salud del Viajero) is required to
With the arrival of HC-COF A319 flight, from Quito, at 08:07 yesterday, TAME resumed service to and from the Mariscal La Mar Airport in Cuenca. Operations
The municipality reiterated that funds from the Banco de Desarrollo de América Latina (CAF) will not be used for anything other than paving programs. “We
Ecuadorian fishermen David Espinoza, José Serrano y Francisco Mero arrived at the port of Manta on Wednesday. They were rescued Saturday northeast of the Galápagos by La
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Hey everyone! It’s a bittersweet moment for YapaTree and me. After two and a half wonderful years, we’re saying goodbye to our office space at
Ok, so it looks like buying from Amazon in Ecuador just got a whole lot easier and cheaper! It’s something that many people are excited
This has to be one of the most difficult topics I’ve ever covered. Usually, I try to offer some concrete advice or a clear path
Why did we move five times in five years? Was it by choice or necessity? Well, let me take you on a journey through our
Are you a U.S. military veteran in Ecuador? (From here on, I’ll simply refer to you as “veterans” or “vets.”) Over the past week or
If you’re considering moving to Cuenca or anywhere else in Ecuador, you’ve likely heard expats advise against buying a car. The prevailing wisdom among expats
Reverse-culture shock, also known as “re-entry shock,” refers to the psychological and emotional challenges folks may experience upon returning to their passport country after an
Editor’s NoteA tenant and long-term YapaTree contributor, Rick Snyder, wrote this informative article from a tenant’s point of view. YapaTree Properties operates a rental service,
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