Editor’s NoteThanks to the author Terri Drake for her first contribution to YapaTree. A big thanks to Rick Snyder too for editing. At one time
If you are a 65+ year old expat with temporary or permanent residency in Ecuador, you are eligible for certain benefits. But, sometimes there can
One of the inevitable developments for many of us as we “gain maturity” (i.e., become “viejitos”) is the onset of different, chronic, health conditions that
This article is a continuation of our Cuenca Volunteer Series. We previously looked at Cuenca volunteer opportunities and today we’re introducing you to local animal
Among many Sasquatch-like mysteries for Cuenca expats is an IVA refund. Friends whisper about sightings around the campfire but most have never seen one. On top
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
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’ve had numerous readers reaching out to us asking about the process for obtaining a cedula in Cuenca, Ecuador. We already have a popular article
Navigating your medical needs is always a challenge in a new country. Ecuador’s health care system allows citizens and visitors alike to receive medications at
1. Custard Apple / Cherimoya The Cherimoya (Annona cherimola) probably originated in the Andes of South America and is very easily available from markets and
As an expat, you get to choose between being miserable — because, guaranteed, nothing in your new life will work as it did before —
For many people that have come to live in Cuenca, Quito, Loja or any other Andean city in Ecuador, there is always a challenge in baking at
Getting around in a city is one of the first things to figure out as a new expat. In Cuenca, Ecuador an excellent and affordable
One of the biggest choices facing an expat after moving to Ecuador and obtaining a Permanent Residency Visa, is whether or not to jump through
As an Ecuadorian Attorney, whenever a highly valued Expat client comes to me, anxiously wishing to buy a property anywhere in Ecuador, I always ask
Oh, to be newly settled in Cuenca, Ecuador, and trying to finish up all of your documents for residency! The end is in sight —
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Perhaps the greatest surprise upon moving to Cuenca for this expatriated native of America’s Dairyland is the ubiquity of ice cream (‘helado’ in Spanish) in
If you’re looking to relax and rejuvenate in Cuenca, a massage might be just what you need. Not only is massage an enjoyable way to
Greetings and welcome to the vibrant city of Cuenca. Here, we pay tribute to Saint Sebastian, patron saint of sport and plague, with a stunning
Are you thinking about making the move to Cuenca, Ecuador? With its affordable cost of living, high quality of life, and affordable houses for sale,
Tennis is a beloved sport enjoyed by millions of people around the world. According to tenniscreative.com, an estimated 87 million people, or 1.17% of the
So, this is becoming a bit ridiculous. This is the 3rd installment in my Cuenca Specialty & Gourmet food series. I just keep finding more
As part of YapaTree’s commitment to the local business community, we provide a range of free & low cost advertising solutions. These are specifically designed
Take a walk down Calle Larga where you can find Heaven and Hell on Earth. Here, the Incas, a highly religious nation, were in touch
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