stevemoss
American expat in Ecuador
Forum posts
9
About me
American
Lives in Loja
Speaks A little Spanish
Registration: 14 February 2009
bicycles and buses
I think they usually just put them into the baggage compartment of the bus. Read More
Moving to Ecuador--Vilcabamba by Refugee
I'm a retired single gent, tired of living in the USA for so many reasons and have decided on Ecuador as my expatriation destination. I am particularly drawn to the Vilcabamba valley. I've watched all available youtube videos and read everything I ...
I live in Loja about a 45 minute drive away. Vilcabamba is beautiful with a lot to offer, but it is a smaller community and not for everyone. Best advice I could give is just come on down and check it out. Read More
Visa Type
You can stay for 90 days without any type of visa if you just want to check the place out and can easily get a 6 month tourist visa at any Ecuadorian consul, though it does take a bit of paperwork. Good luck and have fun! Ecuador is great! Read More
Car rental vs ??
I would forget about the hassles of driving here. (If you are found liable for an accident you go to jail until everything is worked out.) Hop on the busses or catch a few inexpensive flights. Taxis are super cheap and the best way to see most of ... Read More
question about Loja?
I live in Loja and it is pretty nice overall. It has been pretty cool and drizzly here lately, but the good news is that you do not have to go to far to enjoy a day of warmer climate. The liquid sunshine keeps everything nice and green and there are ... Read More
When married to an Equadoriano
Hi, I would find a good, English speaking attorney and get started ASAP with your permanent resident visa application even if you do not have all of your documents ready. I would highly recommend Maritza Reynosa de Wright who has an office in ... Read More
Bringing a Teenage son to Loja
Hi Matt, Yes, Loja has a couple of Universities. One public and one private, both decent. I assume that if your son is thinking of enrolling in an university here that he is fluent in Spanish. The ability to communicate in the local language is a ... Read More
Cell phone service recommendations for Ecuador.
Recently moved to Loja, Ecuador from US and was interested in recommendations for the different cell companies that are available and the different plans. Appreciate your help! Steve Read More