While our focus is primarily on the vibrant city of Cuenca, Ecuador, today we’re taking a little detour to the stunning Galapagos Islands. On our
Gerald and Derek, gracious tenants originally hailing from Chicago, invited us into their stunning Cuenca abode for an enchanting property tour. We also took the
Tucked away in the southern region of Ecuador, in the scenic province of Loja, is the serene and picturesque town of Vilcabamba. This idyllic location
¡Hola! Welcome to YapaTree, your go-to source for detailed information about Cuenca. Today, we delve into a sensitive topic: out-of-town pricing, often referred to as
Now to a topic of regular discussion between expats: Learning Spanish. For us expats to get along here, knowing some conversational Spanish is essential as
Cuenca is full of surprises, and as an expat, you can count on more than a few! From the moment you arrive, you might be
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,
Hold up, before we begin, it’s wise to introduce the concept of an Intercambio before we get into the where and when. Intercambio: Speakers of
Editor’s NoteThis article has been provided by guest contributor, Stephen Vargha. Stephen has put a lot of effort into researching this topic for his new
The Sapara Nation are indigenous people that live in the Amazonian jungles between Ecuador & Peru. They once had a population of over 200,000 but
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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
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
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,
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
The rainforests of eastern Ecuador are home to at least 10,000 to 50,000 insect species including several photogenic ones such as jewel-like beetles. Several insects
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It makes sense to me that anyone who would move to another country that speaks a different language– will be inquisitive and interested in discovering
While our focus is primarily on the vibrant city of Cuenca, Ecuador, today we’re taking a little detour to the stunning Galapagos Islands. On our
I invite you to join me for a remarkable story described to me by my wife, Margaret, who visited the captivating Uzhupud Garden in nearby
One of the special joys of Cuenca is discovering so many delicious and fresh organic foods to prepare at home. All around us are sources
Quito and its environs don’t seem to come up much when Cuenca expats talk about traveling in Ecuador. I hear about trips to the coast
Gerald and Derek, gracious tenants originally hailing from Chicago, invited us into their stunning Cuenca abode for an enchanting property tour. We also took the
Tucked away in the southern region of Ecuador, in the scenic province of Loja, is the serene and picturesque town of Vilcabamba. This idyllic location
Cuenca expats are familiar with its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and vibrant culture. But have you fully explored its artistic heart? Prohibido Centro Cultural, a
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