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
Welcome to episode 3 of the Curious Cuenca Podcast by YapaTree. Today’s guest is the wonderful Doctora Maité Depreeuw, a general practitioner originally from Belgium
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
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
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
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
When visiting or moving to a different country, travellers and alike can expect countless joys. Of course, a challenge or two could also pop up
In the four years that my wife and I have lived in Cuenca, at an elevation of around 8,500 ft., we’ve known several people that
EMS in Ecuador is like Forrest Gump’s Box of Chocolates: You Never Know What You’re Going to Get! What I’ll say may not be comforting, but
[dropcap]My[/dropcap] wife and I moved from Canada to Latin America at the end of 2011. While we really appreciate many things about Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia,
[dropcap]Whether [/dropcap]you like it or not, or even believe it, the second a true medical emergency comes into your life you become even more of
[color-box color=”gray”][dropcap]Join[/dropcap] Canadian Expat, Dodie Schadlich, in her weekly column for “Off the Beaten Path”. Read on to hear Dodie’s experience this week about
[color-box color=”green”]If you’re from North America chances are you’ve been brainwashed. It’s not your fault. For all the time you’ve lived “up there” your reality
It is so gratifying to witness how participants, after attending the Expat Medical Emergency Preparation seminars, have taken the bull by the horns. These expats
[color-box color =”gray”][dropcap]One[/dropcap] of the most researched categories for expats contemplating a move abroad is health. Each country and city has its own specific topics
When we first arrived in Cuenca in 2012 we were advised by Gringos that the prudent thing to do was to get health insurance. We
When my husband and I moved to Cuenca, Ecuador in 2011, our plan was to create a new, fun, life adventure together. Medical emergencies, incapacitation,
Ah, beautiful, dreamy, wonderful Ecuador. Amid all the enchanting scenery, wildlife, mountains, beaches and culture to write home about, one might also ask: what’s to be
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When you’re new to Cuenca, finding a place to live can feel exciting, and overwhelming, at the same time. Unfortunately, that mix of optimism and
How to Get More IVA Contributions Back – With Less Hassle from the SRI Update to our 2022 article Stalking the Elusive IVA Refund. Why
Editor’s Note: We’re excited to share an inspiring article from Rick Snyder, former editor and longtime friend of YapaTree. After seven years of retirement in
When I first arrived in Cuenca, Ecuador, I had no idea how complicated the rental market would be. As a newcomer looking for a place
Living in Ecuador offers expats an incredible lifestyle with stunning landscapes, a welcoming community, and an affordable cost of living. However, recent challenges with unpredictable
Ecuador is named for the equator but it could just as easily be named Aguador, the land of water, for the beauty and music of
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
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