Catia Lucero
@flor_123
Brazilian expat in the USA
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About me
Brazilian
Lives in Hesperia, CA
Speaks English, Portuguese and some Spanish
Registration: 27 November 2012
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Proof of Retirement Income by rayjones50
What is acceptable as proof of retirement income in applying for a retirement visa? Is a pay statement enough or is something else required? I am retired from the US army and receive a monthly pension that exceeds the required amount.
great topic! 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 ...
hello, Thank you each and everyone for posting and keeping this topic going. I will be addressing each and everyone individually for a response! Gracias amigos de Expat :) Read More
MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ECUADOR by flor_123
Hello everybody. Life in another country looks in a certain to us before physically moving there. Example: Before I moved to the US I thought people were colder and unfriendly here; after moving here I have dealt with mostly nice people, even ...
having been raised in a South American country, I know many countries have to go through changes in order to be more organized. Even peaceful countries go through turbulent times. Brazil has seen its share of it all - military coup, socialism and ... 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 ...
sounds like Salinas is about to experience a boom of visitors. That can be good for the locals, earn extra money catering to tourists, be them foreigners or Ecuadorians... Love the fact the water is warm for most of the time :) Read More
MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ECUADOR by flor_123
Hello everybody. Life in another country looks in a certain to us before physically moving there. Example: Before I moved to the US I thought people were colder and unfriendly here; after moving here I have dealt with mostly nice people, even ...
We have had no misconceptions. We knew it would be different. We knew we would learn new things and meet new people. As a matter of fact almost all of our NEW FRIENDS are not Americans. We have met people from all walks of life. We feel very ... Read More
MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ECUADOR by flor_123
Hello everybody. Life in another country looks in a certain to us before physically moving there. Example: Before I moved to the US I thought people were colder and unfriendly here; after moving here I have dealt with mostly nice people, even ...
In my experience the misconception was about crime. The mainstream media publishes bad stuff about Ecuador. "Dont go there, there is corruption, crime, kidnapping, drug dealers, shootings, scams, violence, fascism, communism, misery, etc" it came ... Read More
MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ECUADOR
Hello everybody. Life in another country looks in a certain to us before physically moving there. Example: Before I moved to the US I thought people were colder and unfriendly here; after moving here I have dealt with mostly nice people, even ... Read More
Going back to America, Too big of a cultural shock by Yanapana
Hello Expats, I wonder if you know of anyone who has come to live in Ecuador and has decided to return to the States because it was too difficult to adjust to the change. We are going through that right now. It seems like everyone living in Ecuador ...
Yep, still driving 18 wheels across the country but rapidly approaching retirement. I hope to retire in Cuenca in a few months . As soon as I can get all the arrangements made.How exciting!!! Keep us posted on your progress to get there :) 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 ...
First, I appreciate you taking the time to share your article with me. I have heard of Salinas a lot. It sounds absolutely amazing and untouched. Hopefully it will continue like so :) Read More
Going back to America, Too big of a cultural shock by Yanapana
Hello Expats, I wonder if you know of anyone who has come to live in Ecuador and has decided to return to the States because it was too difficult to adjust to the change. We are going through that right now. It seems like everyone living in Ecuador ...
Yes I've been thru there countless times in my trucking career. I stop at the Pilot Truckstop there whenever I'm out that way. The Mojave has its own kind of beauty and it grows on you.That is great! Yes, the Desert can grow on people... We are ... Read More
talk to me about Suicide Showers! by dickk
Found two blogs which describe this charming appliance as being pretty ubiquitous all through South America. Instead of the water supply running to your shower from a water heater, the heating element is IN THE SHOWER HEAD! So, I'm in a 36" X 36" ...
the picture of a Lorenzetti shower head reminds me of home:o I grew up on suicide showers but never heard of people getting killed, EVER! Have I ever got a zap of electricity, yes? all you need to do is turn of the shower with a dry towel. Back in ... Read More
What Car Models are common in Ecuador by sfriedman39
I'd like to know what types ares cars they sell in Ecuador (i.e. Toyota, Ford, Subaru, etc). Generally what is the cost of cars new and used there.
Only ecuadorians returning or diplomatic staff are allowed to ship cars to Ecuador. Foreigners has to buy cars here and they're more expensive than in the States. VinnyVinny, thank you for clarifying the issue :) Read More
What Car Models are common in Ecuador by sfriedman39
I'd like to know what types ares cars they sell in Ecuador (i.e. Toyota, Ford, Subaru, etc). Generally what is the cost of cars new and used there.
@flor_123 -> I think you should start a new thread on the Ecuador forum with your questions on car shipping. This will allow better interaction. :) Thank you, Aurélieyes, sorry for the issue. Read More
Going back to America, Too big of a cultural shock by Yanapana
Hello Expats, I wonder if you know of anyone who has come to live in Ecuador and has decided to return to the States because it was too difficult to adjust to the change. We are going through that right now. It seems like everyone living in Ecuador ...
Is that Hesperia, California ?Yes. Are you familiar with the ol' desert in California? Read More
What Car Models are common in Ecuador by sfriedman39
I'd like to know what types ares cars they sell in Ecuador (i.e. Toyota, Ford, Subaru, etc). Generally what is the cost of cars new and used there.
Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Sparks, Nissan altima (Old model), Kia sportage, Kia sorrento, Peugeot 206, Suzuki Vitara and Grand vitara, Hyndai Tucson, Hyndai i10,Hyndai Santa fe, among the most seen...Toyota Yaris, Corolla, Cambry, Highlander, ... Read More