Expat Opinion
Surefire Tips To Make The Most Of Your Life Abroad
Whether you’re about to move, or are a seasoned expat, I have put together a list of hints & tips that I feel offer useful suggestions about making the
Neil M
November 21, 2016
Whether you’re about to move, or are a seasoned expat, I have put together a list of hints & tips that I feel offer useful suggestions about making the
Time sure flies when you are having fun. We have been in Ecuador a total of 4.5 years now. My personal journey has directed me
On our first trip to Cuenca last January, in 2015, my wife and I had the pleasure of meeting the chef and owner, Melissa Maher,
Ready to confront poisonous snakes, red ants, extreme heat and humidity, heavy rain, and the challenge of obtaining his own food and fresh water in
[color-box color=”green”][dropcap]One[/dropcap] of the best ways to have a great expat experience is to get involved with giving back in your new community. Sharing stories
[color-box color=”green”][dropcap]Join[/dropcap] Canadian Expat, Dodie Schadlich, in her first weekly column for “Off the Beaten Path”. Discover, in La Libertad on the south coast of
[color-box color=”gray”][dropcap]Becoming[/dropcap] an expat isnt for everybody. Being a “successful and happy expat,” in fact, can be even harder than the move itself if your
When researching how to retire and move into Ecuador, there was a central theme described in all of the literature and websites I reviewed –
[color-box color=”gray”][dropcap]Join[/dropcap] us today for the last installment of Ed O’Connor’s article Why I Left The USA: My Journey To Cuenca Ecuador. If you haven’t
Join us today for Part 2 of Ed O’Connor’s article Why I Left The USA: My Journey To Cuenca Ecuador. If you haven’t read Part
[color-box color= “green”] Join Sebastian Torres Vallejo of Bayou Café as he explains the unique style of the local Cuenca cuisine. Explore the “intriguing gastronomic tradition” of
[color-box color=”gray”][dropcap] Join[/dropcap] Ed O’Connor or Eddy The Ex Pat as he retells the story behind moving to Cuenca Ecuador. Ed writes a monthly column for his hometown
I think I should also remind you that THE REAL WORLD is a serious, satirical, and sometimes surreal opinion column. Most columns in GringoTree tend
After reading that the Devil’s Nose Train ranks as one of the top 10 most dangerous train rides in the world, I decided to step
[color-box color= “gray”]Visit Charming Saraguro, Ecuador through the eyes of TravelnLass Dyanne Kruger as she explores the nearby Cuenca town in search of its famous and
[color-box color = “gray”]What do you do when you have had enough? For our self-proclaimed “Economic Refugee” retiring to Ecuador was the answer. Read on to
In a land of artisans and beautiful natural materials, it’s important to know what to buy and where. From hats to knits to jewelry to
In 2011, I moved to Ecuador with my mother and sister. We spent the first month in the town of Atuntaqui, in the north of
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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
I’ve written this article primarily with newer and future expats in mind, but many of our long-time Cuenca residents may find something here to inspire
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