San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, is a visual paradise that captivates anyone who sets foot on its charming streets. Earlier this year, I had the
In Vlog 13, I find myself in the picturesque mountain town of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, drawing parallels between it and my beloved Cuenca,
Driving from Cuenca to Guayaquil is always an adventure, especially when passing through the stunning Cajas. This picturesque route takes around 3 to 3.5 hours,
Hola amigos, today’s video is a vibrant journey into the heart of Cuenca’s soul during its annual celebration of independence. I can’t help but be
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
Cuenca is a city where, if you like to stay active, there’s no shortage of options to do so. This is a hub for everyone
I always get inspired when I gaze up at Todos Santos church and its beautiful white spire and bell tower. Because there are so many
The title of this exposition may sound like somewhat of an enigma, hence it can be described as follows: “The Pursuit of a timeless aesthetic
Cuenca es tu trip is the tagline for the website visitcuencaecuador.com.ec developed by the Fundación Municipal Turismo para Cuenca (Cuenca’s official Municipal Foundation of Tourism
A trip to Yurak Allpa Animal Refuge is a remarkable, family-friendly experience. My wife and I recently visited with a tour group from La Yunta
Editor’s Note: This article is from Jim Robinson, the new owner of the Carolina Bookstore. We are very grateful that he was able to open
It has been 5 years since our Ecuadorian adventure began. Gotta love the Facebook Memories feature to give a little reminder on how fast time
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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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