I just came back from Ecuador last week. I believe we will move there with my wife in 5 years when my retirement will kick in. The food is so fresh and delicious Enjoy it 😊
Congratz on your retirement decision. As an Ecuadorian I welcome you to this beautiful part of the globe, and I sincerely hope I'm lucky enough to cross paths with you to since we're neighbors now.
Living in Ecuador, I am from Montana. I keep treating fruits and vegetables like they're expensive. When I'm craving sweets or snacks, I need to reach for fruit instead. Right now, I have wonderful peaches and mandarins next to my chair. My reason, what brought me here is sort of like prepping. When the world goes crazy Ecuador is a better place to be, the people, the food and the water.
@@crwnofenlightenmentno you can not, get a water filter or buy water at the store. Im from Ecuador living in the States. My parents used to boiled the water before we drink it. Im coming back to Ecuador from time to time to visit family and summit volcanos.
I live in Missoula and have been thinking about moving to Ecuador. 4k+ a month a good salary down there? I'm a disabled veteran, I don't work. Would it be hard to get a visa?
I have lived in Cuenca EC for almost 5 years and have never ever had a bad day here.. I live in a beautiful home w views of the entire city below me for 350 a month and couldnt be happier living in this beautiful magical country w its wonderful kind people .. I am never going back to the US
Really nice video . Im seriously thinking about moving there from the Canary islands which i love but because of my relationship situation. Ecuador is looking more and more attractive to me
Speaking of crime being worse in Ecuador, you may want to re-evaluate this judgement folks. My brother-in-law was just mugged in Edmonton, Alberta last month. 14 staples to close the gash in his head in addition to the broken leg. News Flash for you on this, the police refused to even file a report despite this being a violent assault crime. Throws any stats on crime out the window in Canada. Be careful walking your dog in Canada…and do not expect police to be keeping you safe. Not in Canada. Politicization of Crime Rates has completely skewed actual stats.
Amen...Canada is pretty much a S#ithole now... Edmonton, Vancouver, Regina, Winnipeg...and rural is plagued with ridiculous amount of property crime...
Great update! Wonderful that your expectations were exceeded. I loved the health improvements and weight loss. We’ve always been told to adopt better habits and you’ve both done that simply by changing your lives!
I love to see you're thriving and then off course, I envy your tan, the beautiful sunset and all the rest... 2 years, 3 Months and some days and, also I will be in Ecuador, roasting in the sun...can't wait 😊 Keep enjoying the life you so visibly love 💕💓💕
@@KrisandMike If only I could, I would come tomorrow..I do however, have to wait until I'm sure my pension hit my European account..mainly because I know for sure, especially the country in which I was born, will do everything to avoid paying as they try to do with everyone...hence I'm staying until I at least know, if I have to fight them for that as well..sad old and broke colonial stealing - even from her own.. Thankfully there are still good lawyers in a few other countries but, I need to stay until I either get what's mine or, I have started up the cases via one of these lawyers....zzzz Somebody resently told me about corruption in South America - yes, I wonder if these people ever visited the old colonials....zzz ..but, we'll get there and, I'll be in Ecuador as soon I can....and counting down as you can hear 🤗 Enjoy the rest of your weekend ☘️
@@Jetmab04 We are sorry you have to go through that. I have tried to explain to others that corruption exists everywhere. It is just more clearly hidden in the first world countries. Wishing you the best.
@@KrisandMike Thanks both of you and, I am sure I'll be fine but yes, it's a sad way of leaving the old world...in the end most sad for these."leaders" I think - this about being good at hiding, is becoming a thing of the past in Europe Kris and Mike. A united Europe would in many ways be good but, I no longer believe in it. When you have a bunch of old Colonials who all want to be in charge, in charge of everyone and, in charge at all times, then I'm afraid nothing will work. I certainly don't want to be part of it. I don't expect Ecuador to be perfect - know very well it's not but, the climate and not least the Ecuadorian people are for me, winners and, I'll be there, hopefully without too much hassle..ready to visit the other countries down there as well..🤗
So NICE to see you guys again !! We just love your videos, you put that special touch that makes them so addictive… We can’t wait to move there and live the life we deserve and dreamed , watching your videos reinforce our reasons to move to the coast of the province of Santa Elena Thanks for sharing 👌🏻
Totally agree about litter. Probably my #1 complaint. Dogs #2, very scary at times, been surrounded by 7 in the country where I live. #3 Crazy traffic, motorcycles weave in and out, bicycles at night no lights, cars double parking blocking streets, etc. #4 Puntuality; hours late. I volunteer with a youth orchestra. We are told to be on time. I"m the first one there, everyone else shows up an hour later. I have lived here 4 years and my Spanish is still bad and I am emersed 3-4 hours per day every weekday. So, I understand that frustration. But, I love it here and have a rich and rewarding life. I think #1 positive thing is the people. The kids in the orchestra are so sweet and kind to me. Never would 15 year olds in the US be so kind to a 67 year old man. After 4 years, I pretty much agree with all you guys have said. Take a look at the orchestra fb page: facebook.com/OSMURIO?mibextid=ZbWKwL
Thanks very much. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes being on time mean something different here. Lol. What I do like tho as you point out is the respect for older people unlike north america where it's generally the opposite.
Thank you for following up. We are excited to go to Ecuador and seeing if it’s right for us. It has been my wife’s and I dream to retire early and live abroad. We were hooked 25 plus years ago when we went to Mexico for the first time. Hard to believe we are at that next stage of life.
Thank you. I have been trying to read and watch any videos on Ecuador for retirement or living for 6 months a year. I plan to go there with no expectations but an open mind to see if it feels right.
Gracias por visitar nuestro país los ecuatorianos nos encanta cuando las personas que vienen de otros países vienen a poner su ejemplo de que hacer el resto de nuestras vidas adultas saludos ❤
I'm sure I saw your first video. Good to see ur update even a year late it still relevant with some minor caveats for the times of course! And yall are Nature Bugs...pun intended! Nice.
I'm ecuadorian american, ive lived in ecuador for years but moved back to usa to meet my internet girlfriend now we're married with a son and just moved back to ecuador together and she loves it here !
Hi Mike and Cris. I have my best friend living in Quito, Ecuador. I’m thinking to go visit this year. I’m 66 years old, and thinking of retiring by next year. The idea of moving to Ecuador is very appealing, but I have one son and he lives here in Boca Raton, Fl. close to me. If you do have children, how do you manage being so far away from them? It would be great if you mention whether you have children back in Canada or not and if so, how have you managed that. Thanks for all the information you have shared with us.
Yes we have children and grandchildren 😄. We will be going back once a year but we use video chats (all free) to chat with them, open presents etc. Works great. Some we talk to more here. 😆
Beautiful beach! You must have a lot of fresh seafood options. Would electric bicycles be a viable method to get around where you live? Don't forget to use sunscreen. Cheers! 😎
Hi. Thanks for watching. Sorry we don't have one video all about the different steps. I can tell you the most important step by far is to take an exploratory trip and check out the places you might consider moving to.
Such a beautiful view from your patio or balcony. I've just started watching your videos and at first i thought you were using a computer generated background!
What you’re experiencing with the bad weather is called the Fenómeno del Niño - the rainy season is extended… so now it will be raining for the whole year = higher temperatures than usual it usually isn’t like this 😅 even the ocean temperature is higher than usual
So, I can’t quite place you guys on the map. . . I know where Olon & Ayampe are, but when I looked for San Jose, All I found was something called Alto San Jose & Playa San Jose on the coast way north of Puerto Cayo. Also, when you are referring to El Niño, it is pronounced (El NinYo). . . nada mas. Take care and Enjoy!!
How are you handling the taxes on your Canadian RRSP? Does Ecuador recognize the tax free status of capital gains and dividend within the RRSP. prior to withdrawal? I know they will tax the withdrawals as income and that there is a 25 percent withholding tax by the Canadian government at the source. No idea if Ecuador give you a credit on the taxes you pay to Canada.
So there is a tax treaty between Ecuador and Canada. It reduces the withholding tax to 15%. I am not an expert and each person is a little different depending on specific financial circumstances. Rrsps you can no longer contribute but you get to keep. All this assumes you are a deemed a non resident by cra. If you still have significant ties to Canada you can still be living here and be a resident of Canada from a tax perspective. Depending on your complexity it is worth getting financial advice. Basic info is on the cra website.
@@KrisandMike Thanks, that information is very useful. Did you end up keeping your RRSP and does Ecuador tax you on any capital gains and dividend income yearly? I can't find a answer on whether the tax free status is recognized by Ecuador so the content can keep growing tax free till you take it as income when you make yearly withdrawals. I know for Panama and Belize for example they only tax income earned within the country. I believe they call it a regional tax regime.
@@Gravel-Cult Yes we kept our RRSPs. The tax treaty ensures no double taxation. Only money earned in Ecuador is taxed here once you are a tax resident of Ecuador. However your should look into the details if you plan on being a resident of ecuador from a CRA perspective.
Hi. I’m not sure if you’ve done a video about this - I couldn’t find it if you did - but I’d love to see a video from Canadian folks like yourselves who moved to Ecuador and bought a house on how to do it, when did you do it, what to watch for, whether you hired someone to inspect it and how reliable they are, house insurance and how reliable they are and basically a helping hand and good advice for anyone who’s planning on moving there and is thinking of buying a house. I really haven’t seen any of this information from any expat, but I could be wrong. You have experienced it, so, would you do a video on that? Thank you 😘
Hi. Thanks for watching. Yes we have plans for 2 new videos about this. One about buying and another about the process of building. Just lining up the people.
Good evening Chris and Mike . Fun to watch you cross the river and warmer than crossing snow drifts.😂. Its great to see choices planning pay off. It is so nice to see choices and planning pay off.
Hi Kris and Mike, thanks for sharing your 6 month update with the audience. We're appreciative of your time to add Spanish subtitles to this video. I'm like # 349.
I agree with most of what you have experienced. Though, in Manabi area my chicken was absolutely excellent until the past 6 months and the village cook switched to packaged chicken! 😢 And the roasted chickens have always been more costly than in US (but way tastier). However, in Cuenca, the meals were great. A big bowels of chicken soup $1.50. ... . Regardless, ultimately the value is bar none great, altogether. Airfare is a bit pricy, but being in such a great location, the ocean, the green and blue, -just wonderful.
I LOVED WHEN THIS COUPLE LOSENED UP N BANTERED WITH THE "WALKING THE STREETS & MABE PARTIED MORE THAN X3 (MABE CUZ UR WALKING THE STREETS;)) " 😅❤😂 (Keep up the good information - love 2 hear y'all's progress living in ECUADOR)
I wish I could find a remote job . I’m considering moving to Ecuador but I don’t have a degree and I’m not retired yet. I was raised in USA and I’m so tired of it, and I don’t want to go back to my country(Dominican Republic). I’m saving money to hopefully leave before this year ends. Nice video
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Have you ever looked into the people who sell these delicious produce to the markets? People who live in abject poverty eating rice and potatoes daily and maybe eat meat once a month and do not eat any of the beautiful fruit and vegetables they work 14 hrs a day to sell for $10/day …it’s just a suggestion…anyway I really enjoyed seeing your video and do thank you for it. I had no idea Ecuador was so beautiful and not sweltering hot everywhere!!!
@@KrisandMike That's great ,,,soon you'll be accepted to the city council of San Jose and Olon ,,,and you can make a new city ordinance to install those baskets with the 3' poles for the trash collections and those stray dogs won't be able to rummage through the bags and spread the trash all over the streets .. 👍👍👍👍
Terrific video guys just stumbled across this..Just became a subscriber. A fellow Ontarian an “old dog but definitely not a porch dog”.Can run with a younger pack lol. Just had some younger family members come back from a vacation in Ecuador and they loved it. Myself starting to explore other destinations besides Canada… Soon to be in SEA ...Ecuador definitely a Plan B or C did you guys ever consider Belize? When you mention half the cost of living of Canada Hmm.. so how about 3500+? and Single.Retired at 55.cheers 🇨🇦
Thanks for watching. There are actually so many amazing places in the world to retire or move to. All depends on your priorities and how it feels to you when you visit. So much fun researching and UA-cam is a great resource. Thanks for subscribing.
Saludos e soy ecuatoriana, tengo una casita en Puerto Cayo. Así mi Ecuador es lindo,Mi sueño es regresar a mi país. Necesito ilusionar a mi esposo Inglés. Ayúdenme Ustedes con su ideas e ya viven ahí, es muy saludable etc.....Felicidades e Dios los bendiga.Lilandia/Raymond.
Gracias por ver. Raymond necesita bajar aquí. jajaja . Debería intentarlo unos meses al año para empezar. Sólo la comida sana y vivir en la costa alargarán su vida. Adiós por ahora.
Even if your community is not Americanized we all need certain aspects of life which we are accustomed to that might be hard to find where you are, and the older the person the harder it is.
You are right. Most people need some things similar. Change is not always easy especially as you get older. We all have a different tolerance. Without internet or English tv. I would find it much harder. Thanks for watching 👍
Hello. I’m a mature lady in the UK. Can you suggest a reputable house rental company in San Jose for around a month, as an exploratory trip pre retirement? How do solo travelers fare where you guys are situated please? Thanks for sharing your experiences 😊
Lots of solo women and men traveling and living here. Very normal. Check out our rental video and contact Gabi. She will find you a place in the area. Thanks 🙏
From seeing you driving in Ontario to now is night and day your face looks years younger and not as just blah.. No offence intended but both look better but crude definitely congratulations
Thanks. We have been looking in Olon. We are constantly going back and forth between Ecuador or Mexico. We just found your channel this morning. Love the transparency and topics. 💩
I live about where you guys live (now we will go back to guayaquil next year) and I go out at night without a problem, I also lived in Guayaquil trough all of 2023 and did not see a single crime, and the majority of the people I know from there have never been victim of a crime so its pretty unlikely anything happens to you. To put it in perspective Guayaquil is the most dangerous city in Ecuador and it is 271 times more likely that you die from smoking in a given year than homicide. So the crime is serious and you should take precautions but you can for sure go out at night in the north of santa elena or south of manabi without any problems
Well, the cost of living for American's or Canadian'''s might be cheap because you had lived in a country that has a more stable ecomenic development and therefore substancial earnings, in Ecuador there are certain places that the cost of living is as close as any American city, because of the fact that Americans are moving to Ecuador and the local real estate business is taking advantage raising prices.
Hello Kris and Mike, My wife and I have been living in Cotacachi for the last two years. I’m currently taking a motorcycle ride along the Ecuadorian coast and would love to have a coffee with you and share our stories. Let me know if that’s possible. All the best, Paris
Can you guys talk about traveling with your dogs? Is it feasible to travel with dogs for trips of a month or so? Or is the risk, cost and difficulty too much? I have heard of really long waits to get your dog, from the airline for example.
If your dog can go under your seat it quite possible. But having dogs in cargo takes alot out of them so I would not do it very often. Lots of paperwork and vet fees. I would say for 3+months sure.
Looks awesome, congratulation from Canada! Are you sensing any of the changes happening elsewhere in Ecuador…ie the Mayor of Manta assassinated this week?
Great question. We have felt no changes here since we arrived. If I didn't read the Ecuadorian newspapers I wouldn't know about the high crime. There are two reasons for that. One is we live on a stretch of small beach towns and most of the bad stuff is in parts of cities. The other and bigger reasons 80% of the crime is cartel on cartel. We are still concerned about it tho and watching.
Hi guys, glad to hear that you're doing well. I was thinking that one way to improve your Spanish is to make a sort of game out of it. So, it's sounds like you're thinking that too. But you can maybe set aside some time each day where you try not to speak English to each other and see how far you can get without it.
# 1 reason you mentioned is exactly the thing I could see right away in all the videos of Ecuador ,El Salvador & Nicragua I've been watching !! And that's why I'd love to visit !!! Not sure of living there & I also watched videos of why people are leaving those countries & coming back to U.S. ,too ! But, over all definitely positive I feel & healthier life is there !! And your #2 is also very very attractive & a very right thing I feel !! Things are way too expensive here in L.A.,it's ridiculous !! A pizza costs $25!!! It used to be like $5.99 back in the 80's !! Lol. Nothing's changed inside I bet as long as the sauce ,etc.,but worse now as they are GMO & fillers & all the bad things added !! Lol Avo toast costs $ 11.99 to $15.99 !! Lol. And it's about 1/3 avocado 🥑 in it compared to over there in those 3 countries !!! LOL 2 bed apartment here is $ 2,800/ MO.!!! Even the studio costs about $2,000!!! Lol It used to be around $ 500 to $800/mo in 90's & early 2000's !! It's insane !! The most people here live with roommates !! Lol. Many leave back to their hometowns !! And not to mention crimes here ! Road rages !! Homeless issues ! So sad & crazy !! I believe it's the quality of life after all we really should think about !!! And it seems that is easily available in South Central America. Also East European countries & Nordic / Scandinavian countries !! And South America/ Central America are much closer ,not Argentina sadly ! Thank you so much for this upload !! I bet your heart is much healthier for living there now !! And the hills train your hearts !! I bet !!! I wish if I could had taken mom there 10 years ago to live !! We've been watching videos of South America and Central America together .👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
It really ranges alot depending on life style. $120k and up for a nice place. Wow factor homes over $300k and much higher. Maintenance is cheap. Electric power is cheap unless you run air all the time. Lots of choices. Eating out is cheap at great Ecuador restaurants. More for international food.
I want to ask you if there are places near the beach that are also walkable to grocery stores and have wifi. I'd love to live car free. I am exploring Buenos Aires for that reason but I am not really a city person. Its just that you walk so much in cities!
Great question. Certainly not outside the big cities. Most people who are nervous will live in gated communities with 24/7 guards. In safer places like where we are security cameras will suffice.
Hi. My friend was asking about San Jose, is that where you are? I could not figure it out on the map but I know Kris does the beach walk to olon do where you are is close, I just don't know if that is San Jose lol
My wife Julie and I are enjoying your videos. Jen cuts Julie’s hair and put her on to them. I was just wondering when you speak of dollars, are you quoting CDN$ or US$? Particularly in respect of the house prices of your real estate tour videos.
Hello! First time l see you. I live in Iowa, live in USA 40 years. Has my kids here now grandkids... I'm stuck. I married an American. No more. But my kids are Americans. We are winter now which l never like it . I miss my warm weather. I'm from the coastal region. I. So glad you like it there. About the crime, we have many mafia gtoups from Mexico and Colombia and Ve nezuela. We hope this new president get rid of them. Please still be careful!
The garbage issue is very sad !! I guess the locals are taking things for granted !? Here,people litter too much & it's so sad to see kids dumping fire crackers etc in Ocean when they celebrate the 4th of July & nobody stops them ,even their parents !! So,I stopped going out to see 4th of July fireworks here .As for the stray dogs there ,it seems they are somehow fed well & friendly in videos I've watched . Not like those very sad situations we see in Asian countries like Korea, Philippines, Malaysia so on. 💔😔💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
If the litter bugs is the worst thing in EC, it is a great country. The Ecuadorians will eventually get it together regarding garbage. It's a cultural glitch. Dog poop? So minor.
Hi! The delinquency is the same as Philly; every day shootings, stabbing, fighting with weapons, all kind, robbery and so; So; as You said You have to take precautions Yourselfs. Good luck with everything, loved what said about the Country of Ecuador.
No issues at all. Thanks for watching. However I now have a RBC account package that includes the USA bank they own. So I move money to that when rates are good and withdraw from there. Also have a us$ credit card for here. Also I have an Ecuador bank account (free) that I use to pay bills online.
hi again mike i also have rbc, with us account, so i would just need to get an us credit card at rbc then? thanx be great to hear how u got all ur papers or visa to live thier sometime@@KrisandMike
@@randymelville9597 Yes you can have them issue it from the USbank. You can use it here at bigger stores and some restaurants. Your debit card from the USA bank can be used at any ATM here. The best deal now is taking out 500 at banco guayaquil ATM for 1.50 service charge. Also best deal is using wise or XOOM to move money from USA bank to Ecuador bank. Also last bit of advice when you move money from your Canadian account to RBC US account make sure you move just over 10k and you will save alot in the exchange rate. Cheers.
The truth is that most people are not willing to cast their fate to living in Ecuador with the collapsing infrastructure, drought and electrical blackouts with no end in sight. It doesn't matter whether it's Ecuador, Panama or Mexico. And other places under the shadow of war in Europe or Asia either. And of course places with high humidity and heat are just not realistic options for most of us.
Great information. Did you guys buy some real estate? I'm looking at the Inversionista program (investor visa) with $46K and path to citizenship. Seems unbeatable anywhere else in the world, and you get fresh healthy food, great hiking, kind people and beautiful weather?
I find it concerning that Ecuador is one of the 12 countries that signed on with the WEF to outlaw farming. This is going to cause all kinds of problems in the near future. The wonderful, cheap, fresh produce readily available right now in Ecuador will become a thing of the past. Some ex-pats have already left Ecuador because of this. Pay attention to current events--eyes open 👀
My suggestion is don't get all wrapped up in the political junk. It will eat your soul. Almost all facts now become politicized into total nonsense. Take care.
This is a concern for me too. I believe US and Canada also signed up for this but I have my doubt about the agreement to the treaty to not farm and the actual reality of that coming to fruition.
Living in Ecuador, these people ARE farmers. There is NO WAY they would "outlaw farming." They could try, but Ecuadorians tell the government what to do, not the other way around.
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The seafood alone will add years to your life in 6 months. My wife and I stayed at a eco-beach rainforest villa. A M A Z I N G !
Sounds wonderful. So many great places to visit and stay.
Very envious of you guys. Sounds like a wonderful retirement. You both look so much healthier and happy than you did 6 months ago. Take care.
Thanks very much 👍. We are feeling great.
I just came back from Ecuador last week. I believe we will move there with my wife in 5 years when my retirement will kick in.
The food is so fresh and delicious
Enjoy it 😊
Yup the food, the people, the climate and one of the most diverse countries in the world. 👍
Hi, Mike and Cris. I loved reason number 6. I'm glad you're having a healthier lifestyle here. Greetings from Quito.
Thanks very much 👍. We do love it here ❤️
Congratz on your retirement decision. As an Ecuadorian I welcome you to this beautiful part of the globe, and I sincerely hope I'm lucky enough to cross paths with you to since we're neighbors now.
Thanks so much for your very kind words. We love Ecuador. Such a beautiful country in so many ways.
Living in Ecuador, I am from Montana. I keep treating fruits and vegetables like they're expensive. When I'm craving sweets or snacks, I need to reach for fruit instead. Right now, I have wonderful peaches and mandarins next to my chair.
My reason, what brought me here is sort of like prepping. When the world goes crazy Ecuador is a better place to be, the people, the food and the water.
You raise a very interesting point. Kris and I feel very similar when we see what is happening elsewhere. Take care
Im curious about the water quality in Ecuador? Is it great quality? Can you drink straight from the faucet?
@@crwnofenlightenmentno you can not, get a water filter or buy water at the store. Im from Ecuador living in the States. My parents used to boiled the water before we drink it. Im coming back to Ecuador from time to time to visit family and summit volcanos.
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Thanks for the information on this. I wish you safe travels as you go to visit family.
I live in Missoula and have been thinking about moving to Ecuador. 4k+ a month a good salary down there? I'm a disabled veteran, I don't work. Would it be hard to get a visa?
I have lived in Cuenca EC for almost 5 years and have never ever had a bad day here.. I live in a beautiful home w views of the entire city below me for 350 a month and couldnt be happier living in this beautiful magical country w its wonderful kind people .. I am never going back to the US
Perfect 👍. It's so nice to hear success stories. There are many of them. Enjoy
I love your videos! We moved to Olón 21 months ago and we absolutely love it!
Thanks very much 👍. We love it here too. Thanks for watching.
Really nice video . Im seriously thinking about moving there from the Canary islands which i love but because of my relationship situation. Ecuador is looking more and more attractive to me
Thanks. We do love it here truly. But each person has what is important to them.
Speaking of crime being worse in Ecuador, you may want to re-evaluate this judgement folks. My brother-in-law was just mugged in Edmonton, Alberta last month. 14 staples to close the gash in his head in addition to the broken leg. News Flash for you on this, the police refused to even file a report despite this being a violent assault crime. Throws any stats on crime out the window in Canada.
Be careful walking your dog in Canada…and do not expect police to be keeping you safe. Not in Canada. Politicization of Crime Rates has completely skewed actual stats.
We are very sorry that happened. Thanks for your comment. Take care
Amen...Canada is pretty much a S#ithole now... Edmonton, Vancouver, Regina, Winnipeg...and rural is plagued with ridiculous amount of property crime...
Sounds like America……so ready to make a change!
Great update! Wonderful that your expectations were exceeded. I loved the health improvements and weight loss. We’ve always been told to adopt better habits and you’ve both done that simply by changing your lives!
Thanks Frankie! We truly are loving Ecuador and our new healthy lifestyle! Thanks for watching our journey!!
I love to see you're thriving and then off course, I envy your tan, the beautiful sunset and all the rest...
2 years, 3 Months and some days and, also I will be in Ecuador, roasting in the sun...can't wait 😊
Keep enjoying the life you so visibly love 💕💓💕
Thanks for all your kind words. I think you should move up your timeframe. We did lol.
@@KrisandMike If only I could, I would come tomorrow..I do however, have to wait until I'm sure my pension hit my European account..mainly because I know for sure, especially the country in which I was born, will do everything to avoid paying as they try to do with everyone...hence I'm staying until I at least know, if I have to fight them for that as well..sad old and broke colonial stealing - even from her own.. Thankfully there are still good lawyers in a few other countries but, I need to stay until I either get what's mine or, I have started up the cases via one of these lawyers....zzzz
Somebody resently told me about corruption in South America - yes, I wonder if these people ever visited the old colonials....zzz ..but, we'll get there and, I'll be in Ecuador as soon I can....and counting down as you can hear 🤗
Enjoy the rest of your weekend ☘️
@@Jetmab04 We are sorry you have to go through that. I have tried to explain to others that corruption exists everywhere. It is just more clearly hidden in the first world countries. Wishing you the best.
@@KrisandMike Thanks both of you and, I am sure I'll be fine but yes, it's a sad way of leaving the old world...in the end most sad for these."leaders"
I think - this about being good at hiding, is becoming a thing of the past in Europe Kris and Mike.
A united Europe would in many ways be good but, I no longer believe in it.
When you have a bunch of old Colonials who all want to be in charge, in charge of everyone and, in charge at all times, then I'm afraid nothing will work.
I certainly don't want to be part of it. I don't expect Ecuador to be perfect - know very well it's not but, the climate and not least the Ecuadorian people are for me, winners and, I'll be there, hopefully without too much hassle..ready to visit the other countries down there as well..🤗
Finally I found someone from Canada. I am looking at Ecuador from Vancouver Island.
Living here is a financial disaster.
That's great. Thanks for watching . Yes Canada is very expensive now.
Look for Mirador sans jose its a French/English Canadian private site
You look YOUNGER!!! It's amazing. Wishing and making plans here in SWFL.
Lol. Thanks 👍. Live the life you love. Go for it.
So NICE to see you guys again !! We just love your videos, you put that special touch that makes them so addictive… We can’t wait to move there and live the life we deserve and dreamed , watching your videos reinforce our reasons to move to the coast of the province of Santa Elena
Thanks for sharing 👌🏻
Thanks so much for all your kind words. We are very happy you enjoyed our video.
I'm visiting next year with my family to see if it's a fit for us
That's great 👍. We love it here.
Totally agree about litter. Probably my #1 complaint. Dogs #2, very scary at times, been surrounded by 7 in the country where I live. #3 Crazy traffic, motorcycles weave in and out, bicycles at night no lights, cars double parking blocking streets, etc.
#4 Puntuality; hours late. I volunteer with a youth orchestra. We are told to be on time. I"m the first one there, everyone else shows up an hour later. I have lived here 4 years and my Spanish is still bad and I am emersed 3-4 hours per day every weekday. So, I understand that frustration.
But, I love it here and have a rich and rewarding life. I think #1 positive thing is the people. The kids in the orchestra are so sweet and kind to me. Never would 15 year olds in the US be so kind to a 67 year old man. After 4 years, I pretty much agree with all you guys have said. Take a look at the orchestra fb page: facebook.com/OSMURIO?mibextid=ZbWKwL
Thanks very much. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes being on time mean something different here. Lol. What I do like tho as you point out is the respect for older people unlike north america where it's generally the opposite.
Love the video! Really appreciate hearing your story.
Thanks very much and thanks for watching our journey.
Thank you for following up. We are excited to go to Ecuador and seeing if it’s right for us. It has been my wife’s and I dream to retire early and live abroad. We were hooked 25 plus years ago when we went to Mexico for the first time. Hard to believe we are at that next stage of life.
There are many choices. It's a big world. Do you work on paper first then an exploratory trip to let your heart confirm.
Thank you. I have been trying to read and watch any videos on Ecuador for retirement or living for 6 months a year. I plan to go there with no expectations but an open mind to see if it feels right.
Gracias por visitar nuestro país los ecuatorianos nos encanta cuando las personas que vienen de otros países vienen a poner su ejemplo de que hacer el resto de nuestras vidas adultas saludos ❤
Muchas gracias 👍
I'm sure I saw your first video. Good to see ur update even a year late it still relevant with some minor caveats for the times of course! And yall are Nature Bugs...pun intended! Nice.
Lol thanks for watching.
@@KrisandMike Yall have nice onscreen chemistry also. Im not saying is should be otherwise. lol
I'm ecuadorian american, ive lived in ecuador for years but moved back to usa to meet my internet girlfriend now we're married with a son and just moved back to ecuador together and she loves it here !
Ah so love this story. Happy for you both.
Wow Que bien por ustedes! En Que plataforma la conociste ?
Hi Mike and Cris. I have my best friend living in Quito, Ecuador. I’m thinking to go visit this year. I’m 66 years old, and thinking of retiring by next year. The idea of moving to Ecuador is very appealing, but I have one son and he lives here in Boca Raton, Fl. close to me. If you do have children, how do you manage being so far away from them? It would be great if you mention whether you have children back in Canada or not and if so, how have you managed that. Thanks for all the information you have shared with us.
Yes we have children and grandchildren 😄. We will be going back once a year but we use video chats (all free) to chat with them, open presents etc. Works great. Some we talk to more here. 😆
Beautiful beach! You must have a lot of fresh seafood options. Would electric bicycles be a viable method to get around where you live? Don't forget to use sunscreen. Cheers! 😎
Hi thanks for watching. Yes ebikes and electric motorcycles are popular here. So far we are happy with the cheap taxis and buses.
Great video. Me and my wife truly enjoy following your journey.
Thanks so much and thanks for watching 👍
I just found you and I am curious, do you have a video with the steps to follow on how to move there on retirement?
Hi. Thanks for watching. Sorry we don't have one video all about the different steps. I can tell you the most important step by far is to take an exploratory trip and check out the places you might consider moving to.
Such a beautiful view from your patio or balcony. I've just started watching your videos and at first i thought you were using a computer generated background!
Nope it's all real. Lol. Thanks for watching 👍
What you’re experiencing with the bad weather is called the Fenómeno del Niño - the rainy season is extended… so now it will be raining for the whole year = higher temperatures than usual
it usually isn’t like this 😅 even the ocean temperature is higher than usual
Yes we are preparing for the worst of it coming later this year. Thanks for watching 👍
Gorgeous nature photos at the end. Well done!
Thanks for watching til the end. Not everyone does lol.
nice video again...i like to see how can live your life in my country...good look
Thanks. We love it here. Best decision we ever made.
I really like you both❤️. Saw a house you promoted and planning to go and check it out. We live in Calgary and we look forward to move away ❤️❤️❤️
Awe thanks for your kind words. Good luck.
I am looking to buy land in ecuador . Beautiful country , its not for everyone but if one can adjust then its a great place to live
Lots of great places for buying land. Interior will be cheaper but just as beautiful ❤️. Thanks for watching 👍
I wish you all the best. Enjoy every day.
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Just be careful. Take care!
Thanks 👍
So, I can’t quite place you guys on the map. . . I know where Olon & Ayampe are, but when I looked for San Jose, All I found was something called Alto San Jose & Playa San Jose on the coast way north of Puerto Cayo. Also, when you are referring to El Niño, it is pronounced (El NinYo). . . nada mas. Take care and Enjoy!!
It's 5km north of olon.
Thank you guys, my wife is from Ecuador and we are looking to buy a house.
Thats excellent 👍
LOL you're right about the rubber chicken - even down in East Tx :D
Lol thanks for watching
How are you handling the taxes on your Canadian RRSP? Does Ecuador recognize the tax free status of capital gains and dividend within the RRSP. prior to withdrawal? I know they will tax the withdrawals as income and that there is a 25 percent withholding tax by the Canadian government at the source. No idea if Ecuador give you a credit on the taxes you pay to Canada.
So there is a tax treaty between Ecuador and Canada. It reduces the withholding tax to 15%. I am not an expert and each person is a little different depending on specific financial circumstances. Rrsps you can no longer contribute but you get to keep. All this assumes you are a deemed a non resident by cra. If you still have significant ties to Canada you can still be living here and be a resident of Canada from a tax perspective. Depending on your complexity it is worth getting financial advice. Basic info is on the cra website.
@@KrisandMike Thanks, that information is very useful. Did you end up keeping your RRSP and does Ecuador tax you on any capital gains and dividend income yearly? I can't find a answer on whether the tax free status is recognized by Ecuador so the content can keep growing tax free till you take it as income when you make yearly withdrawals.
I know for Panama and Belize for example they only tax income earned within the country. I believe they call it a regional tax regime.
@@Gravel-Cult Yes we kept our RRSPs. The tax treaty ensures no double taxation. Only money earned in Ecuador is taxed here once you are a tax resident of Ecuador. However your should look into the details if you plan on being a resident of ecuador from a CRA perspective.
Hi. I’m not sure if you’ve done a video about this - I couldn’t find it if you did - but I’d love to see a video from Canadian folks like yourselves who moved to Ecuador and bought a house on how to do it, when did you do it, what to watch for, whether you hired someone to inspect it and how reliable they are, house insurance and how reliable they are and basically a helping hand and good advice for anyone who’s planning on moving there and is thinking of buying a house. I really haven’t seen any of this information from any expat, but I could be wrong. You have experienced it, so, would you do a video on that? Thank you 😘
Hi. Thanks for watching. Yes we have plans for 2 new videos about this. One about buying and another about the process of building. Just lining up the people.
I forgot to mention the nature !!! I love love animals !! I've always been loving animals since I was a baby !! Lol.👍👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
Our number one reason for coming here. Nature is everywhere if you open your eyes. Thanks 🙏
Good evening Chris and Mike . Fun to watch you cross the river and warmer than crossing snow drifts.😂. Its great to see choices planning pay off. It is so nice to see choices and planning pay off.
Lol yes better than snow drifts. Thanks for watching 👍.
Hi Kris and Mike, thanks for sharing your 6 month update with the audience. We're appreciative of your time to add Spanish subtitles to this video.
I'm like # 349.
You are very welcome. Thanks for watching our videos
Es un placer. @@KrisandMike
I agree with most of what you have experienced. Though, in Manabi area my chicken was absolutely excellent until the past 6 months and the village cook switched to packaged chicken! 😢 And the roasted chickens have always been more costly than in US (but way tastier). However, in Cuenca, the meals were great. A big bowels of chicken soup $1.50. ... . Regardless, ultimately the value is bar none great, altogether. Airfare is a bit pricy, but being in such a great location, the ocean, the green and blue, -just wonderful.
Our favorite chicken ever was in Cuenca. So yummy. Thanks for watching
I LOVED WHEN THIS COUPLE LOSENED UP N BANTERED WITH THE "WALKING THE STREETS & MABE PARTIED MORE THAN X3 (MABE CUZ UR WALKING THE STREETS;)) " 😅❤😂
(Keep up the good information - love 2 hear y'all's progress living in ECUADOR)
Thanks for watching lol
I wish I could find a remote job . I’m considering moving to Ecuador but I don’t have a degree and I’m not retired yet. I was raised in USA and I’m so tired of it, and I don’t want to go back to my country(Dominican Republic). I’m saving money to hopefully leave before this year ends. Nice video
Yes jobs are hard to come by. Keep trying with the remote jobs.
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Have you ever looked into the people who sell these delicious produce to the markets? People who live in abject poverty eating rice and potatoes daily and maybe eat meat once a month and do not eat any of the beautiful fruit and vegetables they work 14 hrs a day to sell for $10/day …it’s just a suggestion…anyway I really enjoyed seeing your video and do thank you for it. I had no idea Ecuador was so beautiful and not sweltering hot everywhere!!!
Thanks for your comment and watching our channel.
Kris wanted to say "progress" but his spanish ecuadorian accent kicked in ,,,you almost said PROgresso 👍👍
We both have noticed our English is getting worse. Lol.
@@KrisandMike That's great ,,,soon you'll be accepted to the city council of San Jose and Olon ,,,and you can make a new city ordinance to install those baskets with the 3' poles for the trash collections and those stray dogs won't be able to rummage through the bags and spread the trash all over the streets .. 👍👍👍👍
The garbage issue is definitely on my list of future changes. Someday. Somehow I will tackle the issue!
Terrific video guys just stumbled across this..Just became a subscriber. A fellow Ontarian an “old dog but definitely not a porch dog”.Can run with a younger pack lol. Just had some younger family members come back from a vacation in Ecuador and they loved it. Myself starting to explore other destinations besides Canada… Soon to be in SEA ...Ecuador definitely a Plan B or C did you guys ever consider Belize? When you mention half the cost of living of Canada Hmm.. so how about 3500+? and Single.Retired at 55.cheers 🇨🇦
Thanks for watching. There are actually so many amazing places in the world to retire or move to. All depends on your priorities and how it feels to you when you visit. So much fun researching and UA-cam is a great resource. Thanks for subscribing.
The most international country was right on your doorstep when you lived in Canada.
Only in the big cities. The rural areas are starting to get more diverse now.
Saludos e soy ecuatoriana, tengo una casita en Puerto Cayo. Así mi Ecuador es lindo,Mi sueño es regresar a mi país. Necesito ilusionar a mi esposo Inglés. Ayúdenme Ustedes con su ideas e ya viven ahí, es muy saludable etc.....Felicidades e Dios los bendiga.Lilandia/Raymond.
Gracias por ver. Raymond necesita bajar aquí. jajaja . Debería intentarlo unos meses al año para empezar. Sólo la comida sana y vivir en la costa alargarán su vida. Adiós por ahora.
@@KrisandMike Ssludos e muchas Felicidades.Lilandia/Raymondxxxx
It sounds like Canada about 50 years ago. Great!!!!
Funny you say that. Alot of people say it's like going back to the 50s but with modern technology.Thanks for watching.
@@KrisandMike It's a breath of fresh air in these crazy times. All the best. Roger
Even if your community is not Americanized we all need certain aspects of life which we are accustomed to that might be hard to find where you are, and the older the person the harder it is.
You are right. Most people need some things similar. Change is not always easy especially as you get older. We all have a different tolerance. Without internet or English tv. I would find it much harder. Thanks for watching 👍
I would recommend you to travel to Ecuador from time to time to get used to the culture and life style.
Limited perspectives are products of the moving activities imagination!🏥
beutiful pics at the end of the video
Thanks
Hola... great video and my god I really love all you post. have a great week.
Thanks so much for your kind words. Very much appreciated 👍
Fantastic video. Thank you!
Thanks very much. Thanks for watching.
Hello. I’m a mature lady in the UK. Can you suggest a reputable house rental company in San Jose for around a month, as an exploratory trip pre retirement? How do solo travelers fare where you guys are situated please? Thanks for sharing your experiences 😊
Lots of solo women and men traveling and living here. Very normal. Check out our rental video and contact Gabi. She will find you a place in the area. Thanks 🙏
From seeing you driving in Ontario to now is night and day your face looks years younger and not as just blah.. No offence intended but both look better but crude definitely congratulations
Thanks. I think living on the coast and eating lots of fresh food helps. Thanks for watching
Dude not crude,darn spell check
Great video. Where was this video taken and where are you guys living? My wife and I have been looking at several towns along the coast.
Thanks for watching. We are in San Jose just 3 miles north of Olon.
Thanks. We have been looking in Olon. We are constantly going back and forth between Ecuador or Mexico.
We just found your channel this morning. Love the transparency and topics. 💩
I live about where you guys live (now we will go back to guayaquil next year) and I go out at night without a problem, I also lived in Guayaquil trough all of 2023 and did not see a single crime, and the majority of the people I know from there have never been victim of a crime so its pretty unlikely anything happens to you. To put it in perspective Guayaquil is the most dangerous city in Ecuador and it is 271 times more likely that you die from smoking in a given year than homicide. So the crime is serious and you should take precautions but you can for sure go out at night in the north of santa elena or south of manabi without any problems
Thanks for sharing your experiences 🙏
Well, the cost of living for American's or Canadian'''s might be cheap because you had lived in a country that has a more stable ecomenic development and therefore substancial earnings, in Ecuador there are certain places that the cost of living is as close as any American city, because of the fact that Americans are moving to Ecuador and the local real estate business is taking advantage raising prices.
This is what has happened in Costa Rica for sure. The expat community is very small and this has not happened to any great extent. It certainly could.
Hello Kris and Mike, My wife and I have been living in Cotacachi for the last two years. I’m currently taking a motorcycle ride along the Ecuadorian coast and would love to have a coffee with you and share our stories. Let me know if that’s possible. All the best, Paris
Thanks for watching. Sure write us at michaelalbertnelson@gmail.com and I will give you my whatsapp #.
Enjoy! 👍❤
Thanks 👍
How has the “uprising” affected you?
Not at all. Watch our latest video and get an update. Thanks 🙏
You guys are so funny!! Nice video!
Just having fun. Lol. Thanks 👍
Just having fun. Lol. Thanks 👍
Great video and Ecuador does not want any CDBCs so another good reason
Thanks for watching
Can you guys talk about traveling with your dogs? Is it feasible to travel with dogs for trips of a month or so? Or is the risk, cost and difficulty too much? I have heard of really long waits to get your dog, from the airline for example.
If your dog can go under your seat it quite possible. But having dogs in cargo takes alot out of them so I would not do it very often. Lots of paperwork and vet fees. I would say for 3+months sure.
Hello how much do I need a month to live in Ecuador very comfortable? Me and my girlfriend
Thanks
Hi. Check out the channel. We have a video on that. $1000 - $1500 depending on lifestyle choices
Thanks for the update to the original. You two should pick a day or specific time that you only speak spanish to one another for practice.
Thanks for watching 👍. Great idea.
How about tour of your place and what that costs?
Sorry for privacy reasons we are not doing a full tour. However we do have a video on houses for sale in the area.
Looks awesome, congratulation from Canada! Are you sensing any of the changes happening elsewhere in Ecuador…ie the Mayor of Manta assassinated this week?
Great question. We have felt no changes here since we arrived. If I didn't read the Ecuadorian newspapers I wouldn't know about the high crime. There are two reasons for that. One is we live on a stretch of small beach towns and most of the bad stuff is in parts of cities. The other and bigger reasons 80% of the crime is cartel on cartel. We are still concerned about it tho and watching.
Hi guys, glad to hear that you're doing well. I was thinking that one way to improve your Spanish is to make a sort of game out of it. So, it's sounds like you're thinking that too. But you can maybe set aside some time each day where you try not to speak English to each other and see how far you can get without it.
Thanks for watching. Good idea. We know enough to get by but not enough to have real conversations.
Cut to the chase, how's the health care?
Private health care is excellent with affordable plans. Public is underfunded since COVID and is hit and miss. Go private.
# 1 reason you mentioned is exactly the thing I could see right away in all the videos of Ecuador ,El Salvador & Nicragua I've been watching !! And that's why I'd love to visit !!! Not sure of living there & I also watched videos of why people are leaving those countries & coming back to U.S. ,too ! But, over all definitely positive I feel & healthier life is there !! And your #2 is also very very attractive & a very right thing I feel !! Things are way too expensive here in L.A.,it's ridiculous !! A pizza costs $25!!! It used to be like $5.99 back in the 80's !! Lol. Nothing's changed inside I bet as long as the sauce ,etc.,but worse now as they are GMO & fillers & all the bad things added !! Lol Avo toast costs $ 11.99 to $15.99 !! Lol. And it's about 1/3 avocado 🥑 in it compared to over there in those 3 countries !!! LOL
2 bed apartment here is $ 2,800/ MO.!!! Even the studio costs about $2,000!!! Lol It used to be around $ 500 to $800/mo in 90's & early 2000's !! It's insane !! The most people here live with roommates !! Lol. Many leave back to their hometowns !!
And not to mention crimes here ! Road rages !! Homeless issues ! So sad & crazy !!
I believe it's the quality of life after all we really should think about !!! And it seems that is easily available in South Central America. Also East European countries & Nordic / Scandinavian countries !! And South America/ Central America are much closer ,not Argentina sadly !
Thank you so much for this upload !!
I bet your heart is much healthier for living there now !! And the hills train your hearts !! I bet !!! I wish if I could had taken mom there 10 years ago to live !! We've been watching videos of South America and Central America together .👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
It really is different here. We are very happy.
For a cpuple, total cost for a nice place with at least twp bedrooms, close to the ocean, eating at restaurants very often, utilities etc.....?
It really ranges alot depending on life style. $120k and up for a nice place. Wow factor homes over $300k and much higher. Maintenance is cheap. Electric power is cheap unless you run air all the time. Lots of choices. Eating out is cheap at great Ecuador restaurants. More for international food.
@@KrisandMike so would 3k a month be good for rent and everything else.
@@ericdiekmann2308 Yes more than enough. A very good lifestyle.
I want to ask you if there are places near the beach that are also walkable to grocery stores and have wifi. I'd love to live car free. I am exploring Buenos Aires for that reason but I am not really a city person. Its just that you walk so much in cities!
Yes you can walk to local tienas no problem. A short $2.50 taxi ride to a larger grocery store. No reason for a car here. Enjoy your journey.
Does Ecuador have companies like ADT home security (US), if the home alarm triggers, the police come check the house, or dispatch calls your phone?
Great question. Certainly not outside the big cities. Most people who are nervous will live in gated communities with 24/7 guards. In safer places like where we are security cameras will suffice.
In Cotacachi, no. Like a fake wallet, keep a broken big screen tv next to the door and they will take that, hands full.
Hi. My friend was asking about San Jose, is that where you are? I could not figure it out on the map but I know Kris does the beach walk to olon do where you are is close, I just don't know if that is San Jose lol
There are a few San Jose's in Ecuador. We are in the one that is 5km North of Olon.
can you fly out of Manta? Do you do any shopping in Manta or do you meet your needs locally?
We actually go to Salinas about once a month to get a few treats. It's about an hour away. But not really required. We could get everything here.
Guayaquil is about the same distance as Manta in traveling time.
Do you guys have a dog and if so did you bring it from the US?
Best way to learn the language is to try to speak it at home too.
So true
What San Jose are you living in ? I see 4 or 5 places named San Jose on the coast in Ecuador
Thanks for watching. We are probably in the smallest of them lol. Just 5km or 3 miles north of Olon. Same beautiful beach.
@@KrisandMike thanks. And how long is the bus ride from Guayaquil ?
It is crazy when I go online to get clothes for my grandkids clothes in the us it is crazy high now even more than just last Christmas
Yes, Canada the same. It's too bad. So many people will be having a very hard time.
Yes hence why we had to get them clothes for school
Which province were you from?
Thanks for watching. We come from Ontario.
hey, your niece is my friend here in Canada, I am moving to Ecuador, can you help me?
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My wife Julie and I are enjoying your videos. Jen cuts Julie’s hair and put her on to them. I was just wondering when you speak of dollars, are you quoting CDN$ or US$? Particularly in respect of the house prices of your real estate tour videos.
That's great. Thanks for watching. It's US$ here in Ecuador.
Hello! First time l see you. I live in Iowa, live in USA 40 years. Has my kids here now grandkids... I'm stuck. I married an American. No more. But my kids are Americans. We are winter now which l never like it . I miss my warm weather. I'm from the coastal region. I. So glad you like it there. About the crime, we have many mafia gtoups from Mexico and Colombia and Ve nezuela. We hope this new president get rid of them. Please still be careful!
Welcome to the channel. We love the coast.
Hi nice vid. But lets talk numbers not %
Where are you. San jose?
San Jose just north of Olon.
U definitely look healthier than in the previous vids.
Thanks 👍
Its the refine or GMO foods sold in the supermarkets in the USA.
The garbage issue is very sad !! I guess the locals are taking things for granted !? Here,people litter too much & it's so sad to see kids dumping fire crackers etc in Ocean when they celebrate the 4th of July & nobody stops them ,even their parents !! So,I stopped going out to see 4th of July fireworks here .As for the stray dogs there ,it seems they are somehow fed well & friendly in videos I've watched . Not like those very sad situations we see in Asian countries like Korea, Philippines, Malaysia so on. 💔😔💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
It's Abit of a culture issue. They are always sweeping in front of their homes or shops but it's the rural areas that are more susceptible.
If you don't mind, could you please share the name of the town you live in? Is it Olon? Thank you!
No. We actually live just north of Olon. San Jose is a quieter town but we frequently head to Olon often.
Ok, thank you. I am trying to locate that place in Google Maps, but it doesn't show anything. How far is San Jose from Olon?
@@Scott-Terry it's just 5 km north of Olon.
Thank you again! Google Maps only shows Villa Curia. Is that near your place?
If the litter bugs is the worst thing in EC, it is a great country. The Ecuadorians will eventually get it together regarding garbage. It's a cultural glitch. Dog poop? So minor.
Agreed. Thanks for watching.
Un Dominican@ puede ser Dominican@ en Ecuador?
👍 si
Yes chicken needs to be fed insects etc to taste good ,, our industrial raised chickens are like plastic!
Exactly
Hi! The delinquency is the same as Philly; every day shootings, stabbing, fighting with weapons, all kind, robbery and so; So; as You said You have to take precautions Yourselfs. Good luck with everything, loved what said about the Country of Ecuador.
Thanks for watching. Yes certainly some issues for sure. Most of it tho is gang against gang.
hi mike u have any trouble with getting money from canadian accounts
No issues at all. Thanks for watching. However I now have a RBC account package that includes the USA bank they own. So I move money to that when rates are good and withdraw from there. Also have a us$ credit card for here. Also I have an Ecuador bank account (free) that I use to pay bills online.
hi again mike i also have rbc, with us account, so i would just need to get an us credit card at rbc then? thanx be great to hear how u got all ur papers or visa to live thier sometime@@KrisandMike
@@randymelville9597 Yes you can have them issue it from the USbank. You can use it here at bigger stores and some restaurants. Your debit card from the USA bank can be used at any ATM here. The best deal now is taking out 500 at banco guayaquil ATM for 1.50 service charge. Also best deal is using wise or XOOM to move money from USA bank to Ecuador bank. Also last bit of advice when you move money from your Canadian account to RBC US account make sure you move just over 10k and you will save alot in the exchange rate. Cheers.
The truth is that most people are not willing to cast their fate to living in Ecuador with the collapsing infrastructure, drought and electrical blackouts with no end in sight. It doesn't matter whether it's Ecuador, Panama or Mexico. And other places under the shadow of war in Europe or Asia either. And of course places with high humidity and heat are just not realistic options for most of us.
Certainly lots of issues in the world now but you really should take an exploratory trip next year and see it's not what you think. We love it here.
@KrisandMike I follow several videos on Ecuador snd the situation because of the blackouts and drought is pretty serious.
Oh yes it is serious for sure. Not trying to minimize it.
Great information. Did you guys buy some real estate? I'm looking at the Inversionista program (investor visa) with $46K and path to citizenship. Seems unbeatable anywhere else in the world, and you get fresh healthy food, great hiking, kind people and beautiful weather?
Yes that's what we did. No problems. Not for everyone here like anywhere but we love it.
I find it concerning that Ecuador is one of the 12 countries that signed on with the WEF to outlaw farming. This is going to cause all kinds of problems in the near future. The wonderful, cheap, fresh produce readily available right now in Ecuador will become a thing of the past. Some ex-pats have already left Ecuador because of this. Pay attention to current events--eyes open 👀
My suggestion is don't get all wrapped up in the political junk. It will eat your soul. Almost all facts now become politicized into total nonsense. Take care.
@@KrisandMike Oh yes---agree, everything is politicized--thanks
This is a concern for me too. I believe US and Canada also signed up for this but I have my doubt about the agreement to the treaty to not farm and the actual reality of that coming to fruition.
Living in Ecuador, these people ARE farmers. There is NO WAY they would "outlaw farming." They could try, but Ecuadorians tell the government what to do, not the other way around.
and the same thing is happening in Europe.
Never heard him saying that word 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍👍
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ok...lost me with the insects!
Lol