May 2017
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IL's Ecuador Insider
April 2017
More than five years ago, my husband David and I sold our car in the U.S.—a trusty Honda CRV. While we loved it and were sad to see it go, we were thrilled at the prospect of a life in Ecuador with ample public transportation and no need to invest money in our own set of wheels.
February 2017
Healthcare is always an important topic for those considering the expat life. In Ecuador you have several options and you should think carefully about which one works best for you.
January 2017
As I write this month's post for the Ecuador Insider, a long family visit to the U.S. is coming to a close. Cynthia and I love our kids and grandchildren more than words can express.
December 2016
In October, my wife Rita and I rented a car and took a road trip up the Ruta Del Sol to see how things were progressing on the southern beaches of Ecuador six months after the April earthquake. We took a week and traveled from Salinas up to Canoa, staying at several places along the way. What we found was encouraging.
November 2016
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October 2016
My wife Cynthia and I look forward to participating in IL's exciting new Bootcamp event in Las Vegas next month, and I'm sure we'll hear the most-asked question we get from attendees at conferences: "So what do you do all day in Ecuador?"
September 2016
You can find farmacias everywhere in Ecuador, ranging from small walk-up windows to larger chain stores. Prices are regulated, so you will find no price difference between the smallest and the largest stores, but, like in the U.S., the availability of medications will differ.
August 2016
We don't own a car in Ecuador, and we haven't missed it a bit. It's refreshing to be completely free from the obligations of maintenance, insurance, car payments, and so on.
July 2016
Ecuadorians are very proud of their cuisine and they're happy to show it off whenever they can. And that's great, because trying new food is a great way to learn about and immerse yourself in Ecuador. You'll find no shortage of restaurants, street vendors, and friendly neighbors who are all willing to share their delicacies with us newcomers.