Molari
Canadian looking for information about Ecuador
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Registration: 30 January 2013
Mirador San Jose. by Dackombe
I am moving to Mirador next year and would appreciate any comments on the following. a. Taxi availability and costs, to say Manta and Puerto Cayo. b. Local coach costs to Manta. c. Eating : What is available ( type of food, costs etc ). d. ...
I would rather believe those that are genuine experts in the field such as the Vice President of the Federation of Notaries of Ecuador, Humberto Moya. Obviously Dackombe has his mind set, no use to debate anything with him because we are all wrong ... Read More
Mirador San Jose. by Dackombe
I am moving to Mirador next year and would appreciate any comments on the following. a. Taxi availability and costs, to say Manta and Puerto Cayo. b. Local coach costs to Manta. c. Eating : What is available ( type of food, costs etc ). d. ...
Sorry you doubt a serious investigative show as "La facture" which is a consumer protection show...it is a bit like 60 minutes but for consumers. Plus this was on Radio Canada, French equivalent of CBC News. You want to doubt a news ... Read More
Mirador San Jose. by Dackombe
I am moving to Mirador next year and would appreciate any comments on the following. a. Taxi availability and costs, to say Manta and Puerto Cayo. b. Local coach costs to Manta. c. Eating : What is available ( type of food, costs etc ). d. ...
Nards, Just below it says it is tax evasion and can get one on a criminal offense. Have to be careful and double check if you are on the legal side. We consulted four Ecuadorian experts. All believe, on the contrary, that the process is illegal and ... Read More
Mirador San Jose. by Dackombe
I am moving to Mirador next year and would appreciate any comments on the following. a. Taxi availability and costs, to say Manta and Puerto Cayo. b. Local coach costs to Manta. c. Eating : What is available ( type of food, costs etc ). d. ...
Huge warning with red flags. The builder is by Canadian Marcel Cloutier who's project was investigated by French Canadian Journalists which is a very risky thing to invest according to this investigative ... Read More
How can I help a poor bangladesh family by Molari
Greetings everyone. I was watching a British show titled: "Toughest Place to be a Ferryman - Sadarghat - Dhaka". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toughest_Place_to_be_a... I was completely shocked at the polluted water and the children ...
Thank you very much Mostafiz. Sorry if I did not respond before. I was sick but now better. Children and even the adults are human beings and in essence, we are all in the same family. We lose our humanity if we ignore those that are suffering. I ... Read More
Quito's Food Truck Craze by vsimple
It started with one, the Inka Burger truck, then the Argentinean Chorizo (Sausage) truck came along, after that the Wings truck joined in on Portugal Street. They continued to grow in number and were kicked out of Portugal and took their business to ...
If anyone in Quito sees a truck, can you take a pic and share with us? :) Thanks and regards Read More
Cost of Living (Supermarket Prices) 2016 by vsimple
Below are supermarket prices from Supermaxi and Megamaxi in Quito for 2016. Almost all products are locally produced or made and the few that aren鈥檛 are mainly made in Colombia. This list should help give anyone interested in cost of living ...
Probably you guys already know about this useful tool from numbeo.com on the "Cost of Living Comparison Between Two Countries" which you can also set after choosing the 2 countries, then once those are entered, you can compare between 2 ... Read More
How can I help a poor bangladesh family by Molari
Greetings everyone. I was watching a British show titled: "Toughest Place to be a Ferryman - Sadarghat - Dhaka". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toughest_Place_to_be_a... I was completely shocked at the polluted water and the children ...
Greetings Rtwo. Thank you for your reply and your kind words. I am probably going to go there next year or so. We are all human beings first and all deserve to have a chance to live easier. I have still not heard from Dhaka Red Crescent and will ... Read More
How can I help a poor bangladesh family by Molari
Greetings everyone. I was watching a British show titled: "Toughest Place to be a Ferryman - Sadarghat - Dhaka". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toughest_Place_to_be_a... I was completely shocked at the polluted water and the children ...
Just a quick update until someone replies here. I wrote an email to the the Red Cresent in Dhaka, but they have not responded. I looked at anti-poverty organizations in Bangladesh such as BRAC, but they mostly only do project financing. Will ... Read More
How can I help a poor bangladesh family
Greetings everyone. I was watching a British show titled: "Toughest Place to be a Ferryman - Sadarghat - Dhaka". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toughest_Place_to_be_a... I was completely shocked at the polluted water and the children ... Read More
Anyone who is living in Quebec? by kidonto
Hello guys! I will be in Quebec after on July! Just want to meet with peoples who are living in Quebec just to share with me their experience!
French is not an easy language to learn, but with all the resources available to help people learn, it can be done. I am French Canadian and my family immigrated here over 227 years ago. Montreal Island is a great place for anyone to slowly get ... Read More
Powerful 7.8 Earthquake Rocks Ecuador鈥檚 Coast -- Hundreds Are Dead by cccmedia
Associated Press and CNN for Latin America are reporting: An earthquake of 7.8 magnitude centered in or around Esmeraldas Province near Ecuador鈥檚 Pacific Coast caused deaths, damage and panic in EC鈥檚 central coastal region tonight, ...
A big thank you to cccmedia keeping us informed here regularly. We hope the expats in the community are ok too. Does anyone know if expats were checked on (apart here)? Here in Montreal Canada, it is unclear if the earthquake affected city of the ... Read More
How Ecuadorians view expats by Molari
Wife and I intend to visit and maybe invest in a business in Quito. I have read a couple places outside this site that "some" Ecuadorians in Cuenca think that Expats come to Cuenca to retire and (bluntly) die there. My question, is this ...
Thank you suerfrankdahl. The expat community, no matter what town they live in, have a great opportunity to be part of projects to help people, if they can. I will take my opportunity when I move there to join orgs there to help and give back to ... Read More
How Ecuadorians view expats by Molari
Wife and I intend to visit and maybe invest in a business in Quito. I have read a couple places outside this site that "some" Ecuadorians in Cuenca think that Expats come to Cuenca to retire and (bluntly) die there. My question, is this ...
Thanks for your kindness, MByerly. I will definitely look at that link. Looking forward to more replies and learning. Read More
How Ecuadorians view expats
Wife and I intend to visit and maybe invest in a business in Quito. I have read a couple places outside this site that "some" Ecuadorians in Cuenca think that Expats come to Cuenca to retire and (bluntly) die there. My question, is this ... Read More
Netflix and Roku by msantiago1256
Hi, I was pleasantly surprised to find that netflix is in Ecuador! I knew they where expanding and it was only a matter of time but they are already here and the selection is almost better (in terms of quality if not quantity) than back home. Has ...
No need for proxies....save your money. ;) Have a family member or friend in the us to set up a good Slingbox 500 Media Streamer with HDMI & Wi-Fi and then send you the link to download the app to be able to safely log in from anywhere in the ... Read More
Advantages for Seniors?
Hi :) Wondering which country between Ecuador or Panama is best for Seniors in relation to advantages to Seniors + medical/dental + cost of living. I understand about the weather in each country, but just looking to see which country between the ... Read More
Direct Satellite Television in Belize ?? by xcaret
I understand there is Satellite tv in Belize ,and It's American.. Can someone tell me how that works? In Canada they won't sell u recievers or program them ( I mean Direct and dishnet) My friend has a motorhome with satellite tv, he got it ...
If you had a PC for each room, nothing stops you from installing the SLingBox program on each pc and then logging in for each tv. This is a type of good question you can discuss with any knowledgeable PC store...even a PC tech at Futureshop ...just ... Read More
Direct Satellite Television in Belize ?? by xcaret
I understand there is Satellite tv in Belize ,and It's American.. Can someone tell me how that works? In Canada they won't sell u recievers or program them ( I mean Direct and dishnet) My friend has a motorhome with satellite tv, he got it ...
If you know someone in USA, and they had a SlingBox and a DirectTV cable subscription, they can create a guest account for you and you will be able to watch all the DirectTV channels he is subscribed to, right on the internet...and it will be very ... Read More
Direct Satellite Television in Belize ?? by xcaret
I understand there is Satellite tv in Belize ,and It's American.. Can someone tell me how that works? In Canada they won't sell u recievers or program them ( I mean Direct and dishnet) My friend has a motorhome with satellite tv, he got it ...
Then with a slingbox, you can trade guest accounts with someone in USA who has a subscription with Direct TV who would like to watch Canadian tv. ;) Read More
Direct Satellite Television in Belize ?? by xcaret
I understand there is Satellite tv in Belize ,and It's American.. Can someone tell me how that works? In Canada they won't sell u recievers or program them ( I mean Direct and dishnet) My friend has a motorhome with satellite tv, he got it ...
You should look into SlingBox which is a very awesome workable option! You can surely get family to help to keep a cable subscription with a Canadian Cable company and the SlingBox device kept at their home working. ^^ To those that want to see ... Read More
Canadian Sports Network - TSN
Hi NobertG I created a thread on the question of Canadian satelite here--> http://www.expat-blog.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=229891 You have a few options to get Canadian TV such as buying a slingbox or Vulkano. You can have a relative in Canada ... Read More
Deep Thoughts with Nards Barley (my Cuenca non-blog) by Nards Barley
Just got my sofa delivered today, so my deep thought is on furniture. [img align=C]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-rfx2nf37qzQ/UPB66rG7_GI/AAAAAAAAArw/KxVvlImUJns/s800/2013-01-11%252015.49.20.jpg[/img] I bought my Sofa set consisting a three ...
Hi Nards. How much do you estimate the box weighed? Also would be good (just for the heck of it) whenever you have a free moment if you can, what is the aprox delays in custom and the tariffs would be for such an item and its worth. Again, thanks ... Read More
Did you lean Spanish prior to making the move? by ChowBella
Hi everyone, So, did you? Our move is still in it's infantile (zygote, more realistically) stage as my husband still has a couple of years left on his military contract. I'm curious as to how many of you took language lessons prior to your move ...
Check out this site as a start. Very helpful to start and then maybe move on onto other programs.. its free and you go on your own rhyme. Click here--> http://duolingo.com/# Read More
Deep Thoughts with Nards Barley (my Cuenca non-blog) by Nards Barley
Just got my sofa delivered today, so my deep thought is on furniture. [img align=C]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-rfx2nf37qzQ/UPB66rG7_GI/AAAAAAAAArw/KxVvlImUJns/s800/2013-01-11%252015.49.20.jpg[/img] I bought my Sofa set consisting a three ...
Lol He does rock with his helpful posts. The plenty images he posts here helps us relate to the situation. Thanks again, Nards http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i12/997755/Smilies/Thumbs/thumbsup-3.gif Edit: Nards, would it of been worth it to ... Read More
Receiving Mail in Quito by arnoldbria
I am new to Ecuador (only 2 months!) and have a friend in the States who wants to send me a package here. The problem is that where I am living I do not have a reliable address to receive mail. A local friend suggested that she could send the box to ...
I asked a few similar Mail questions in another thread that 'might' have useful info for you. :) Click here --> http://www.expat-blog.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=232323 Read More
Ecuador "in the news" around the world by Molari
[color=#3928D7]I thought it would be good to share a daily or weekly update of Ecuadaor in the news around the world. If anyone would like to help out, most welcome to. :) Here is this weeks news:[/color] [quote][color=#757D8A][b]70-year-old ...
Ecuador聮s Paraplegic Vice President Lenin Moreno a Major Force for Disability Rights By John Otis ⋅ February 11, 2013 ⋅ TheWorld Lenin Moreno was once a wealthy businessman and politician. But in 1998, he was shot in the back as gunmen ... Read More
Ecuador "in the news" around the world by Molari
[color=#3928D7]I thought it would be good to share a daily or weekly update of Ecuadaor in the news around the world. If anyone would like to help out, most welcome to. :) Here is this weeks news:[/color] [quote][color=#757D8A][b]70-year-old ...
Australian foreign minister: Extradition of Julian Assange to U.S. a 'sheer fantasy' By Agence France-Presse - Monday, February 25, 2013 Australian Foreign Minister Bob Carr has dismissed as 聯fantasy聰 claims by WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange that ... Read More
Ecuador "in the news" around the world
I thought it would be good to share a daily or weekly update of Ecuadaor in the news around the world. If anyone would like to help out, most welcome to. :) Here is this weeks news: Now Landing In Ecuador: Johnny Rockets PRNewswire Two ... Read More
politics in Ecuador by palmtree22
I am looking into retiring in Ecuador and was wondering about the political climate in that country. I have heard a lot of good things that Correa is doing, but I also know Ecuador has had a history of things changing quickly. I was wondering how ...
Some more news. A good interview by RT (Video) Ecuador oppressed by tyranny of capital just like Europe 聳 Correa to RT Reuters Canada Ecuador's Correa vows to make socialist revolution 'irreversible' Washington Post Ecuador聮s president, ... Read More
Deep Thoughts with Nards Barley (my Cuenca non-blog) by Nards Barley
Just got my sofa delivered today, so my deep thought is on furniture. [img align=C]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-rfx2nf37qzQ/UPB66rG7_GI/AAAAAAAAArw/KxVvlImUJns/s800/2013-01-11%252015.49.20.jpg[/img] I bought my Sofa set consisting a three ...
That looks delicious! I really appreciate your posts, Nards. Like the pics and plentiful descriptions. Always looking forward to your next post. Thanks sharing your experiences, Nards. ... Read More
Cheapest way to ship/mail a 3 lbs package from Canada? by Molari
Was curious. I wanted to know how the mail system is there and if packages sent by Canadian postal service to Ecuador and if the 2 to 3 lbs package would arrive safely to destination or if there is no postal service there, what alternatives is ...
Thanks for the link, jm141302 :) I am glad you shared your experience with Ecuador's Mail system. Also looking forward what others have to say about it too. I checked the link and glad there is a postal service there and that letters and packages ... Read More
Cheapest way to ship/mail a 3 lbs package from Canada? by Molari
Was curious. I wanted to know how the mail system is there and if packages sent by Canadian postal service to Ecuador and if the 2 to 3 lbs package would arrive safely to destination or if there is no postal service there, what alternatives is ...
Thanks Alberta Chris. :) I understand that you would not send anything through regular mail. Why is that? Does Ecuador have a postal system, if so, only in major cities such as Quito? What would likely happen if I sent a letter through regular ... Read More
Cheapest way to ship/mail a 3 lbs package from Canada? by Molari
Was curious. I wanted to know how the mail system is there and if packages sent by Canadian postal service to Ecuador and if the 2 to 3 lbs package would arrive safely to destination or if there is no postal service there, what alternatives is ...
Thank you Aur茅lie, the link did not answer any of my questions. But thanks for trying to help. :) Here is a brief summary of my questions. - Is there a reliable postal system in Ecuador. - If a postal system exists, would packages sent from ... Read More
politics in Ecuador by palmtree22
I am looking into retiring in Ecuador and was wondering about the political climate in that country. I have heard a lot of good things that Correa is doing, but I also know Ecuador has had a history of things changing quickly. I was wondering how ...
Here is a article that was posted yesterday in WSJ, just click the title --> Ecuador's Permanent Mob-Rule Campaign Another from Reuters today on Correa: PROFILE-Ecuador's Correa: from boyhood leader to firebrand president Read More
Cheapest way to ship/mail a 3 lbs package from Canada?
Was curious. I wanted to know how the mail system is there and if packages sent by Canadian postal service to Ecuador and if the 2 to 3 lbs package would arrive safely to destination or if there is no postal service there, what alternatives is ... Read More
Satelite TV & Various Other Options by Molari
Hi! New here. :) My wife and I (Canadians) are interested in moving to Quito in a few years right after we both retire. We will be visiting a couple times to see if we will like it (so far overwhelming pluses for). My question is related to ...
Thanks for the link Patrick. Sadly looking at the link, the Anik satellites don't reach Ecuador. :( Welcome to Quito - Hostie de satellite !Lol @ Hostie de satellite. Merci pour le bienvenu ;) How about a slingbox? You could look into that ... Read More
Satelite TV & Various Other Options
Hi! New here. :) My wife and I (Canadians) are interested in moving to Quito in a few years right after we both retire. We will be visiting a couple times to see if we will like it (so far overwhelming pluses for). My question is related to ... Read More