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
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Since upgrading our Cuenca-based property platform a few months ago, we’ve been a little overwhelmed by the encouragement from renters, buyers, owners & landlords. There’s
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
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
Renting an apartment in Cuenca can be a confusing and frustrating process. But, most of this comes down to little differences in our expectations. We
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
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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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