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L’ETAPA Cuenca By Tour De France [Photo Gallery]
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
Jason Scott
February 20, 2022
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
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
We’ve got a super special deal to bring in the new year. Gran Colombia Suites is offering cardholders a significant discount when staying for 15
It’s easy for expats to be lured to Cuenca by the affordability of property and land prices. Of course, the price varies depending on various
If you have ever been to Ecuador, you’re aware of the astounding variety of fruit juices available on street corners and in the mercados and
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
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
Many travelers & expats-to-be find their initial allowance of 90 days in Ecuador is simply not enough. Perhaps you’ve fallen in love with Ecuador and
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
Thinking of taking a mountain drive? Be prepared to enjoy amazing scenery and awesome experiences. Bordered by Colombia to the north and Peru to the
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
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
Unfortunately, the answer to this question is more nuanced than it really should be. This has led to some confusion amongst expats, and even lawyers
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
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As I sit here in the dim glow of my laptop’s screen, typing away in the darkness, I’m reminded once again of the unique challenges
Welcome to another episode of the Curious Cuenca Podcast, where we dive into the lives of interesting individuals shaping the cultural landscape of Cuenca, Ecuador.
In the heart of Cuenca, nestled among the historic streets and timeless architecture, lies Casa Malo—a patrimonial house filled with history and character. Join me,
Welcome to our first episode of the Curious Cuenca video podcast. In this podcast series, we interview interesting people from various walks of life who
Today’s vlog takes us on a journey through the real estate landscape of Cuenca. Our mission? To explore a selection of apartments for sale so
Tonight’s vlog takes a departure from the usual as we find ourselves at one of Cuenca’s gems, La Guarida. Nestled within this beloved event center
Today’s vlog is all about surprises and special gifts. Join us as we take a little day trip to Chordeleg, renowned for its exquisite jewelry,
Today’s vlog takes us on a journey from Cuenca to Quito, where we set our sights on purchasing a new car. Imagine it as an
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