Dominic Pioli
Active memberAmerican expat in Ecuador
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American
Lives in Don Juan
Speaks English, some Spanish
Registration: 14 August 2010
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buying raw land in Ecuador by Mike Machaskee
Hello...my name is Mike and I am new to this forum. My wife and I are trying to buy a piece of ocean view land in Ballenita, Ecuador...just outside of Salinas. Does anyone have experience with buying raw land in Ecuador?
Yes Mike, I believe there are some here that have experience, I have bought, sold, developed, built etc. What would you like to know? larryp Read More
Newbie looking for advice & recommendations by dudlyjake
Hi, Am new to the forum and am looking forward to other members helping me out in my quest to get to know Ecuador. Planning a trip Sept to tour around and get a feel for the country. Retiring soon and am interested in what Ecuador has to ...
My wife and I are expats living, working, enjoying Ecuador and if we can help with info just let us know. larryp Read More
Bahia de Caraquez by bracebridgeheather
Does anyone have any experience in Bahia and/or the surrounding area? Hoping to visit Ecuador next winter to check out the country and thought I'd start with the coastal areas. How are things in that area from a safety perspective...any major ...
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Life on the Coast of Ecuador by flor_123
Hello fellow expats! Hubby and I are excited about the possibility of living in Ecuador. It is a common theme to hear of life in Cuenca and Quito for most people. We are looking to move to Puerto de Manta (we have a relative living there). We know ...
We have mosquitos during rainy season as all the coastal areas do and we have our fair share of bugs as well...again though mostly in the rainy season. Rainy season lasts from end of December through March normally, although sometimes less and ... Read More
Beaches by Dana Williams
What are the top 2-3 beach locations with respect to beauty/safety/climate in Ecuador?...can be from small communities/villages to larger towns...Thank You!
Some of the most pristine beaches are along the northern coast. The beauty of a secluded and pristine beach is a great addition to living in an area too. Of course this also depends on what you like, larger cities with more crowds or smaller areas ... Read More
Life on the Coast of Ecuador by flor_123
Hello fellow expats! Hubby and I are excited about the possibility of living in Ecuador. It is a common theme to hear of life in Cuenca and Quito for most people. We are looking to move to Puerto de Manta (we have a relative living there). We know ...
Hi Flor; My wife and I live on the coast and love it. We chose the coast for the weather and lifestyle. We enjoy all that Ecuador has to offer and living along the northern coast gives us the opportunity to enjoy either the city or the country as ... Read More
Ecuador Travel.... Please.... I Really Need Your Help... by ecuadorgeorge
Can you help me? The flight is booked already. Two beautiful weeks in Ecuador. Not my first visit to Ecuador but the last time we stayed in Cuenca for three weeks... We fly into Quito and have accommodations at a fantastic 5000 square foot 18th ...
Hey George; Bahia is a better choice to stay for your exploratory coastal trip than Manta in my opinion. My wife and I live in San Vicente and we have our business office in Bahia. We have a new tour company that can assist you in touring the ... Read More
smallish towns to live in on the coast by judyanna
Hello everyone! I will be retiring to Ecuador within the next five years. I would appreciate any and all advise on smallish towns to live in on the coast. I have always been a beach girl. Do not want to live in a large city, something on the small ...
Try Vista Pacifica, 15 minutes north of Jama...gorgeous Pacific view lots with public beach access only 600 meters out the gates. High elevations assure outstanding vistas and peace/tranquility along with security...www.vistapacificahomes.com Read More
smallish towns to live in on the coast by judyanna
Hello everyone! I will be retiring to Ecuador within the next five years. I would appreciate any and all advise on smallish towns to live in on the coast. I have always been a beach girl. Do not want to live in a large city, something on the small ...
Bahia de Caraquez will probably fit the bill for you from what you are asking for. Its a great little city with that small town feel, great restaurants, people, small shops and you don't really need a car. You won't be disappointed unless you are ... Read More
Transportation by nativeflorida
Hi all, What is the best way to get from the Quito airport to our hotel in old town? Thank you, Glenn
It seems taxi hijacking is getting more prevelant in Quito and Guayaquil...easy money and easy marks (not trying to offend anyone)...it is best to arrange transport before hand to avoid this. You cant hide the fact that you are a gringo/gringa, with ... Read More
Can non-citizens buy land in Ecuador without setting up a business? by Kostka
If not, do you know of a country or countries that does?
Yes you can, and with an investor visa for a land or real estate purchase of $25,000 for single, $26,000 for a couple you can then apply for your residency visa. I have found the easiest visa to get is the corporate visa, which has no restrictions ... Read More
Any suggestion on how we get started to visit Ecuador by Sue Salyers
There is so much we know we do not know or understand. My husband and I are wanting to visit Ecuador this summer and are considering it a possible retirement place in the near future. (we are both in our 60's and work for the school system) ...
HI...from Jax huh...lived in Tampa many years. My wife and I have property on the coast and are making the move FULL time next month..I considered us to be residents of Ecuador as we have been going back and forth for quite a while and we find ... Read More
Living on the coast by alturner29
I am seriously considering moving to Ecuador from the West Coast of Canada. I would want to live near the ocean but not isolated Any suggestions? thanks Al
Your thoughts about the "lifestyle" you may want to live will have a bearing on where you look. If you want/need the same basic structure you do where you currently live then you can have it, for less money per month typically. The bigger cities are ... Read More
New to site..100's of questions by tomandjaudon
HI, can you eat fruit right off a food/fruit vendor or do you have to wash everything with soap and water first? Is the water safe to drink? Are there water purification systems there? Some countries require you to leave after you have been there ...
Hi, welcome to the site. I will try to answer some of those for you. If the fruit has a skin, then you can peel and eat, if not I know I wash my fruit no matter where I buy it, even in the USA. In some areas the water is safe to drink, but in many ... Read More
ecuador visa by imranhyder786
how a pakistani get ecuador visa what is total cost plz contact imranhyder786@yahoo.com
There are a wide range of visas available, depending upon your circumstances and desires. Some of these include investor visa, corporate visa, studend visa, professional visa etc. It is best to speak to an Ecuadorian attorney that specializes in ... Read More