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Wait whatttt! Y’all are here. Welcome to Cuenca! My husband and I just applied to get our permanent visa. We live in Cuenca and we love it here. Please go to “ La Olla Esmeraldena” great food and I think you guys will love it. Go on Saturdays at 12pm. Don’t be late, because she stay with people eating at the restaurant. I hope y’all enjoy yourselves. Peace and many blessings to you both🙏🏾😍
Yes, we're here! You guys are on the path to permanent residency and that's awesome! We've only been in Ecuador 1.5 months and are already looking at visa options. Your restaurant recommendation made me smile. Someone just invited us there and we're really looking forward to it! Must be great food! Blessings!
Yes go to Cuenca! You're gonna love it!! We just got back from our vacations in Ecuador for the 2nd time. This year we confirm that we want to move to Ecuador to retire. Cuenca is our favorite city!
I live here in Cuenca. You have done a very nice job explaining Cuenca to your viewers. I'll keep an eye open for you. Thanks to one of your viewers for the tip on La Olla Esmeraldena Restaurant.
I couldn’t wait to see your take on Cuenca. My husband and I fell in love with Ecuador and especially Cuenca. We’ve applied for the Pensionado visa and we should be moving at the end of the year. I love the rivers, parks, beautiful architecture, people, basically all of it. You guys are doing an amazing job at showcasing all the places you go. I hope you eventually find your perfect place.
@@LivingLovingAbroad Hey Guys, yes we’ve been following this couple since they were living in Mexico. Really great content and super nice people. I haven’t met them but they seem so nice and interesting. I understand they will be going to the coast, maybe they will check out Salinas. They have a live on August 31 from Cuenca, I believe. You take care!
I really love how articulate and approachable you come across in your videos. I feel like I am listening to my wise and down to earth friends discuss things for real, quite naturally. 😌
You two are so beautiful!! You are the reason I got my children and myself our passport and in the near future we plan on using them. We have already been to Merida, and Cancun!!!!
NICE! Glad to see you're still enjoying your stay in Ecuador!!! Glad you found the pasta de maní! That is just plain peanuts ground up-WAY better for you than US peanut butter with additives, preservatives, etc. and yes, only $1!! DELICIOUS!!! Another good thing with the mercados-If you don't want to buy a huge cabbage or all that broccoli, ask for 25 cents or 50 cents worth. They'll cut a piece for you. Good luck with exploring the visas-I have the professional visa. It's nice because the income requirement is lower. Double check on the time required to be in the country. I got mine back before it was divided into temp and permanent, so my permanent one requires me to be in the country 9 months of the year. That would put a damper on your travels. I don't think the requirement exists for the first 2 years though.... The investors' visa is attractive when you consider a CD will get you anywhere from 7-9% interest! Ecuador's FDIC (COSEDE) insures up to $32,000, so if the bank goes under, the entire $42,500 wouldn't all be protected. Due diligence on the bank is obviously recommended. Have fun in Cuenca! That apartment was beautiful!! If I can add to your list of recommendations, check out the hot springs at Baños de Cuenca-about 20 minutes by public bus just outside of the city. This spa is gorgeous!! piedradeagua.com.ec/?am_force_theme_layout=desktop. CHEERS!!
That's overseas budgeting. Great video, and this country looks attractive to move on... Thank you for the info. Good luck, happy and healthy life there.
👍❤️🇪🇨 ECUADOR! Origen y productor del mejor cacao del mundo, del mejor café del mundo, sobresalen los de Loja y Galápagos; país bananero y camaronero por excelencia y de dónde manos mágicas de artesanos manabas, elaboran con la fibra de paja toquilla, el sombrero más fino del mundo, el ECUADORIAN HAT, mal llamado por un ex presidente norteamericano, Panamá hat”
you gonna loved.Ecuador it's so beautiful.the People are so friendly and the food are so good.and the more inportan thing it's so cheap. I'm from Cuenca but I moved to Toronto Canada 🇨🇦. long time ago. have fun on Ecuador 🇪🇨
I was going to say, I hope y’all found peanut butter because peanuts are grown there! Glad you found some lol We’re moving to Ecuador in 3 days 🙌🏼 headed to Manta, haven’t checked out Cuenca yet.
Bars on windows on the first or second floors are an essential in Ecuador. They are omnipresent, unless you're in a gated neighbourhood, and even on those, people build the bars. Beside the crime thing, let's say it's something cultural? To us, ecuadorians, is also SHOCKING to go to the US towns for the first time and see you haven't got bars on windows. Like, is there no crima at all here? And local US americans will tell: No, there can be crime here too. Greetings from an ecuadorian!
Thanks Yarbros!!! Talk about a 'land on your feet ala Cuenca' video ! Fabulous. If you have time/interest: El Vergel (noisy but supposedly powerpacked neighborhoodd??? and The Jazz Club. (says a Detroiter fearful of withdrawal! ha ha )
OMG. No friggin way😳. Now I know I said I would seek you out but color me absolutely stupified as I watched you walk RIGHT BY MY HOUSE on this video! 😁 Guess I gotta do better. Anyway...welcome again.
Hey guys, great video! It’s nice to see your perspective on Cuenca. My wife had issues with the altitude but otherwise we loved our trip there. Life here on the coast is a bit different in some ways but we love it. Take care.
We are currently expats in Mexico looking for a change. Recently travelled to South America. We liked Cuenca a lot but I too had a problem with the altitude. The coast is too humid for us. Won’t rule out Ecuador but Medellin, Colombia is on our radar. May everyone live their best life.
@@Raschkodreamvacations Just know that the coast has several different climates, here in Salinas it's basically a desert, not humid at all. Good luck in your search and feel free to ask us questions.
Yesss!!! That’s what up. Thanks for sharing it truly makes me miss Cuenca. However, me and my partner was just saying we should get a TR in Ecuador that way we would be residents in Mexico and Ecuador.
By the way, prices for imported stuff like cashews and whisky at supermarkets are indeed insanely INFLATED. Vegetables and meat are also too expensive over there. As an ecuadorian I never ever buy those at supermarket, rather go to the market itself. There are import stores where you can buy imported alcohol much cheaper. And for the cashews, we've got 'tiendas al granel' where you can buy all of those in bulk for a much cheaper price. This being said, the supermarkets are a local trap for the middle-to-high class in Ecuador. Since 2019 prices for imported stuff had being reducing compared to what it was in the early 2010s. Imagine how expensive it was by then, no joke. Greetings again, I didn't reach that part of the video!
@@TheYarbros There is good stuff you can get in supermarket (Supermaxi/Megamaxi is the best) at a reasonable price, like fresh Ecuador made greek yoghurt, italian pasta, dairy and saussages, cheap chilean and argentinian wine, a good variety of some of the best ecuadorian chocolate and the greatest cleaning products. You just need to do a shopping list! :) Hope you enjoy your stay!
We’ve lived in Costa Rica and Nicaragua and both have bars on all windows…no biggie. We prefer a local middle class neighborhood with expats around. We speak Spanish and like the cultural experience. The only thing expat neighborhoods do for us is run prices up.
Yeah, but I think its a good spot for grandma's and grandpa's to move to...built-in community and what not....but they definitely drive prices up but...they create some jobs and opportunities for some locals as well...its a crazy balancing act.
Excelente video! Me gusta su contenido y todas las cosas que muestran de nuestro país. Por cierto la tarrina de maní de 1$ es lo máximo jeje. Saludos desde Manabí!!
Hi you two. Another great video. I wanted to ask a favor. Would you please write down the names of neighborhoods that you visit on the screen? It will help a lot. Thank you.
7:37 *takes out AirPods to make sure they’re in the correct ears* the stereo is flipped here 😂 That said great video as always! Glad you’re enjoying Cuenca. I can’t wait to visit that city again for a longer time.
Humm, i'll have to check that out I generally do channel switches on purpose but I don't remember doing one there....Thanks for the info and for enjoying the content!
@@TheYarbros it happens. Let’s not talk about how many gaming livestreams I’ve done only to find out some time into it “we can’t hear you!” Because my mic was off. ;) And absolutely!
Ecuador is such an underrated tourist location and always felt intrigued by its diverse topography. Never visited but through your videos i am getting a glimpse of a place I always felt curious about learning more about.
I really enjoy your videos and your information on the professional visa raised my hopes. Just to have it squashed when I researched more. It appears $425 amount is set to change to $1275 and the cost of transferring transcripts due to translation cost, mailing FedEx is around $4,000. This cost would be workable but no the monthly cost. So far there has been no grandfathering in for renewals. Of course this is all subject to change. The immigration rules as well as the government is constantly in flux. Ecuador seems lovely and unlike the US the people and the whole atmosphere seems much calmer and livable. However the rules constantly changing s discouraging. But good luck with your travels
Can't tell you anything about the $4k transferring transcript fee. It's free to have your degree reviewed if it isn't already I. EC's database and there is a lot of confusion regarding the Professional Visa. it is still $425 showing for 3 months. I would not concern myself w/ what is coming but what is. My opinion. We are interviewing a n attorney today and or current information came from the most prominent attn. here who's doing this work every day.
@@TheYarbros well I think this is wise. JP and Amelia produce videos and blogs about visas. They work with visa specialist who have read the 100 page changes. It’s JP opinion the rate will soon change. Believe me I’m not happy to hear this. I’m looking for a long term situation which would include buying property. There are people in Ecuador who now own property and are worried. I hope your lawyer is honest. Not always a trait of lawyers anywhere
No argument there. Immigration rules seem to change like the weather here. On the up side just like MX if they continue to price ppl out they would likely change back. Best wishes finding a location that works for you.
Hey Hughie! Loving this area. The weather can be a little irritating but it comes with mountains though. Lola, we'll have to check out though....Thanks for stopping by and enjoying the show!
I was just in San Juan, PR and was surprised by how common bars on windows, doors, balconies are there. Reminded me of Camden, NJ which has a significant PR population. Guess the curved bars are also a cultural thing.
We were just talking to a guy here who saw this video...he visited a few cities in the US and said he was utterly shocked by the lack of security around homes..."like there was no crime there". We had a huge laugh! Thanks for watching!
I am so happy that you are in Cuenca! I have been watching Amelia and JP for several years... They moved to Ecuador from Denver, CO quite a few years ago... They have lived in many different cities during the time... I enjoy watching them but I am even more excited to see what you like about it... I have lost track of exactly where Amelia and JP are living at the moment, but here is a video--> Maybe you guys should meet up?? --> th-cam.com/video/Yqy80lFAsyY/w-d-xo.html Anyways, I am very happy to hear a different perspective from YOU BOTH!! :)
Bueno Amelia and Jô viven en manta pero son reservados con decir donde viven, ellos usualmente viajan por todo el Ecuador, actualmente están de vacaciones en Denver, EEUU
By the way, how was the bus? Did it seem safe, well maintained and safe drivers? I was super nervous about taking the buses in Mexico after riding on them in the early 1980’s, super fast drivers, passing on blind curves, rickety buses. I was impressed at how nice, safe and inexpensive they have become. So I’m hoping it is that way in Ecuador.
So many Visa options - love this! Once you begin the Visa process , do you have to stay in the country for a certain amount of time before you can leave?
If you want to pursue permanent residency, yes. During the time of your 2 year temp residency, you can leave Ecuador for no longer than 90 days within 21 months. You can apply for the permanent residency at the 21 month mark.
I always enjoy your videos. It seemed like you cut the video short at 3:53 when that white dog caught up to you. I would have been fussing to get that dog away from me. I am scared of dogs even little ones.
Have you run into any anti-black racism in Ecuador or any of the places you’ve visited? I’m really concerned about the rise in white supremacy here in the U.S. One of the reasons, plus the cost of living, to leave this country. My husband and I visited Ecuador about 5 years ago and really liked it, but we were only there a few days. We’re a mixed race couple (I’m black, he’s white) and we didn’t experience any. It’s hard to tell on a short visit though.
No, anti-black racism here that we've experienced. We just had lunch with a black expat in a restaurant owned by a black Ecuadorian who is married to a white Canadian. Mixed marriages are very common here. This seems to be a very diverse place. I don't believe all that glitters is gold but by all accounts white supremacy has not footing here. Multiple tribes and ethnicities co-exist here in peace.
Cuenca has its own caste system. On top are the about 8,000 people with pure European blood. Then come the mestizos (people with a mix of European and indigenous blood) and after them the indigenous. The afro-ecuatorianos are at the bottom in Cuenca. People will always ask who you know and will tell you whether that person is from a good family or not. Your family name and place in the caste is important for getting a job and for marriages.
Hey! We've done a bit of SE Asia and definitely want to go back. We haven't yet been to Eastern Europe but we've been working our way there and hope to be in that region next year.
Great vlog. Looks like a fantastic place to visit. Is it necessary to be Spanish fluent to get around comfortably in either Cuenca or Quito? How well do you two speak Spanish?
Just watched another TH-camr re: living in Cuenca… did you know that there is a season where it’s cloudy for multiple months out of the year ? That killed Cuenca living for me.
Ooo Sandra! We’re trying to be cool out here 😅 if we gotta commit to one, we agree on Guadalajara. It’s closer to the city vibe we’re attracted to. But if it’s between GDL and Quito … that’s a harder one to consider.
Hey! Did y'all take the bus to get there? We wanted to use the bus but I got too scared of my luggage getting stolen. If you did, how was that experience?
Yes, we took the day bus from Quito. Ended up being an 11hr trip. Loved seeing the countryside but would probably opt for the short flight next time. No issues with the luggage. The bus company was really professional, tagged all luggage, gave us matching tag receipts which we handed over to retrieve our luggage at the end of the trip.
Ecuador's visa options are sounded pretty good! What do you think about them?
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I'll be angling for that Pensionado Visa in September.
Thanks guys I love your channel and April your hair is absolutely amazing 🤩 I have 2 year 8 months in the states, can’t wait to make Cuenca my home.
Great variety. More countries should adopt their visa offerings (*cough* hello Mexico)
@@tonyortiz1890 cuenca es una ciudad hermosa
Lindo que disfruten de esta ciudad
It’s in Ecuador’s constitution that the entire country is gmo-free! Big points for that!
Great video.
Thanks and yeah loving the natural state of EC!
Wait whatttt! Y’all are here. Welcome to Cuenca! My husband and I just applied to get our permanent visa. We live in Cuenca and we love it here. Please go to “ La Olla Esmeraldena” great food and I think you guys will love it. Go on Saturdays at 12pm. Don’t be late, because she stay with people eating at the restaurant. I hope y’all enjoy yourselves. Peace and many blessings to you both🙏🏾😍
Yes, we're here! You guys are on the path to permanent residency and that's awesome! We've only been in Ecuador 1.5 months and are already looking at visa options.
Your restaurant recommendation made me smile. Someone just invited us there and we're really looking forward to it! Must be great food!
Blessings!
You guys have actually convinced my wife (Brecca) to visit Cuenca in December! Greatly informative video.
Wow, thank you! I'm glad we could add a destination to your list. We'll gather some information for you while we're here.
Yes go to Cuenca! You're gonna love it!!
We just got back from our vacations in Ecuador for the 2nd time. This year we confirm that we want to move to Ecuador to retire. Cuenca is our favorite city!
Omg I love the fresh produce part!! 😁
Fresh is best and they keep it fresh over here!
I live here in Cuenca. You have done a very nice job explaining Cuenca to your viewers. I'll keep an eye open for you. Thanks to one of your viewers for the tip on La Olla Esmeraldena Restaurant.
We just ate there...great food!
I couldn’t wait to see your take on Cuenca. My husband and I fell in love with Ecuador and especially Cuenca. We’ve applied for the Pensionado visa and we should be moving at the end of the year. I love the rivers, parks, beautiful architecture, people, basically all of it. You guys are doing an amazing job at showcasing all the places you go. I hope you eventually find your perfect place.
It is a charming beautiful...clean city and we love all the rivers and parks. Best wishes during your move!
Have a safe journey and beautiful life in your next homeland.💜💜💜
Hey Johnney! Somehow TH-cams crazy algorithm hid this channel from us 🤦🏾♂️ we just found it a few days ago. We feel late to the party lol 😂
@@LivingLovingAbroad Hey Guys, yes we’ve been following this couple since they were living in Mexico. Really great content and super nice people. I haven’t met them but they seem so nice and interesting. I understand they will be going to the coast, maybe they will check out Salinas. They have a live on August 31 from Cuenca, I believe. You take care!
I really love how articulate and approachable you come across in your videos. I feel like I am listening to my wise and down to earth friends discuss things for real, quite naturally. 😌
Wow, thank you!
You guys sure do pack a lot of info in a short amount of time🤘🏼
We try to keep it interesting lol
You two are so beautiful!! You are the reason I got my children and myself our passport and in the near future we plan on using them. We have already been to Merida, and Cancun!!!!
Ya’ll are out in these international streets and we love that! Where to next?
Excellent video on Cuenca. Very informative.
Glad it was helpful!
NICE! Glad to see you're still enjoying your stay in Ecuador!!! Glad you found the pasta de maní! That is just plain peanuts ground up-WAY better for you than US peanut butter with additives, preservatives, etc. and yes, only $1!! DELICIOUS!!! Another good thing with the mercados-If you don't want to buy a huge cabbage or all that broccoli, ask for 25 cents or 50 cents worth. They'll cut a piece for you. Good luck with exploring the visas-I have the professional visa. It's nice because the income requirement is lower. Double check on the time required to be in the country. I got mine back before it was divided into temp and permanent, so my permanent one requires me to be in the country 9 months of the year. That would put a damper on your travels. I don't think the requirement exists for the first 2 years though.... The investors' visa is attractive when you consider a CD will get you anywhere from 7-9% interest! Ecuador's FDIC (COSEDE) insures up to $32,000, so if the bank goes under, the entire $42,500 wouldn't all be protected. Due diligence on the bank is obviously recommended. Have fun in Cuenca! That apartment was beautiful!! If I can add to your list of recommendations, check out the hot springs at Baños de Cuenca-about 20 minutes by public bus just outside of the city. This spa is gorgeous!! piedradeagua.com.ec/?am_force_theme_layout=desktop. CHEERS!!
Haha, we have plans on hitting that spa on Monday. Thanks for the tips!
@@TheYarbros ENJOY!!!
That's overseas budgeting. Great video, and this country looks attractive to move on... Thank you for the info. Good luck, happy and healthy life there.
👍❤️🇪🇨 ECUADOR!
Origen y productor del mejor cacao del mundo, del mejor café del mundo, sobresalen los de Loja y Galápagos; país bananero y camaronero por excelencia y de dónde manos mágicas de artesanos manabas, elaboran con la fibra de paja toquilla, el sombrero más fino del mundo, el ECUADORIAN HAT, mal llamado por un ex presidente norteamericano, Panamá hat”
Alright, alright...really good chocolate and good coffee I will give you that lolz
You guys rock! Keep throwing out those fun videos!
We will!
Thank you so much for the translations! It really helps with my learning. Also, your channel is a joy to watch.
Thanks working on transcribing more vids. Really glad to hear that the subtitles are useful.
Whoa! I was just getting comfortable and it's over!😞 Awesome content 💯
Thank you! We'll turn another one around quickly!
You guys are putting out some serious videos to show the world. Looking like the TH-cam video thing must be nice. Nice one again.
Thank you!!
💜i will be there too on September I am excited thanks for the video
We hope you have a wonderful time here!
you gonna loved.Ecuador it's so beautiful.the People are so friendly and the food are so good.and the more inportan thing it's so cheap.
I'm from Cuenca but I moved to Toronto Canada 🇨🇦. long time ago.
have fun on Ecuador 🇪🇨
@@TheYarbros thank u maybe i can even meet u guys even for a little bit it will be really cool😉
@@calleheras3727 nice yes i would love to move to Ecuador soon
Another great video. You have reignited my interest in Ecuador!
Happy to hear that!😀
I was going to say, I hope y’all found peanut butter because peanuts are grown there! Glad you found some lol
We’re moving to Ecuador in 3 days 🙌🏼 headed to Manta, haven’t checked out Cuenca yet.
Yes, we thought it was funny how it was so expensive when peanuts grow almost anywhere...
The best peanut butter is made in Ecuador. You should get the "Schullo" brand at any supermarket.
Well try it!
Thank you for this video! Interesting variety of information!
Bars on windows on the first or second floors are an essential in Ecuador. They are omnipresent, unless you're in a gated neighbourhood, and even on those, people build the bars. Beside the crime thing, let's say it's something cultural? To us, ecuadorians, is also SHOCKING to go to the US towns for the first time and see you haven't got bars on windows. Like, is there no crima at all here? And local US americans will tell: No, there can be crime here too. Greetings from an ecuadorian!
Hola! Thanks for the insight!
In the US we don’t need bars on the window because we have GUNS IN THE HOUSE!
@@tracywalker244 😂😂
I just love your videos!💖…Awesome Editing skillzz!🤙🏼
Thank you so much 😁
Loving your videos! Content and vibe all good!!
Thank you, we appreciate your company!
Thanks Yarbros!!! Talk about a 'land on your feet ala Cuenca' video ! Fabulous. If you have time/interest: El Vergel (noisy but supposedly powerpacked neighborhoodd??? and The Jazz Club. (says a Detroiter fearful of withdrawal! ha ha )
Yes, we heard about that neighborhood we'll have to do some in person investigations regarding The Jazz Club!
you go!!!! :-)
Your channel is soooo well done!!! 👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you!!!
Great content, once again! We can't wait to get there.
Gracias and bring a jacket lol
@@TheYarbros HAHA! Our focus will be in the deep south of Ecuador - somewhere south of Loja. Keep on keepin' on!
I'm at work right now but I'm tuned in 😅😅
😂 That's committment and we appreciate it! Enjoy your shift!
OMG. No friggin way😳. Now I know I said I would seek you out but color me absolutely stupified as I watched you walk RIGHT BY MY HOUSE on this video! 😁 Guess I gotta do better. Anyway...welcome again.
Wow you must be staying in our fav neighborhood.
Hey guys, great video! It’s nice to see your perspective on Cuenca. My wife had issues with the altitude but otherwise we loved our trip there. Life here on the coast is a bit different in some ways but we love it. Take care.
Thanks for sharing! We can't wait to catch some sun rays out there! Coming Soon...
We are currently expats in Mexico looking for a change. Recently travelled to South America. We liked Cuenca a lot but I too had a problem with the altitude. The coast is too humid for us. Won’t rule out Ecuador but Medellin, Colombia is on our radar. May everyone live their best life.
@@Raschkodreamvacations Just know that the coast has several different climates, here in Salinas it's basically a desert, not humid at all. Good luck in your search and feel free to ask us questions.
Hi, So glad to see a video from you both! 🙏🏾❤️ Stay safe!!
Thank you! Will do!
Awesome video guys,I'm thinking of going there soon.
Thank you! Hope you make it here, it’s lovely.
Thanks you guys for a very informative video. 🌹
Thanks for tuning in!
Yesss!!! That’s what up. Thanks for sharing it truly makes me miss Cuenca. However, me and my partner was just saying we should get a TR in Ecuador that way we would be residents in Mexico and Ecuador.
Yes sir and residency in EC is residency in Peru, Bolivia and Colombia...🙌🏾
Sean bienvenidos, La ciudad de Cuenca ofrece muchas comodidades.Enjoy your stay a lot.
We will! Thank you!
Excellent video content and quality. Thanks 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
By the way, prices for imported stuff like cashews and whisky at supermarkets are indeed insanely INFLATED. Vegetables and meat are also too expensive over there. As an ecuadorian I never ever buy those at supermarket, rather go to the market itself. There are import stores where you can buy imported alcohol much cheaper. And for the cashews, we've got 'tiendas al granel' where you can buy all of those in bulk for a much cheaper price. This being said, the supermarkets are a local trap for the middle-to-high class in Ecuador. Since 2019 prices for imported stuff had being reducing compared to what it was in the early 2010s. Imagine how expensive it was by then, no joke. Greetings again, I didn't reach that part of the video!
Hahaha, you are the 4th or 5th person to tell us about not shopping at the supermarkets...we are listening now lol
@@TheYarbros There is good stuff you can get in supermarket (Supermaxi/Megamaxi is the best) at a reasonable price, like fresh Ecuador made greek yoghurt, italian pasta, dairy and saussages, cheap chilean and argentinian wine, a good variety of some of the best ecuadorian chocolate and the greatest cleaning products. You just need to do a shopping list! :) Hope you enjoy your stay!
Love it guys!
Thanks you! 😄
Stay healthy & beautiful: love the two of you!
Thank you!!! Love basking in the glow of your attention!
We’ve lived in Costa Rica and Nicaragua and both have bars on all windows…no biggie.
We prefer a local middle class neighborhood with expats around. We speak Spanish and like the cultural experience. The only thing expat neighborhoods do for us is run prices up.
Yeah, but I think its a good spot for grandma's and grandpa's to move to...built-in community and what not....but they definitely drive prices up but...they create some jobs and opportunities for some locals as well...its a crazy balancing act.
@@TheYarbros
Agreed. And we see so many people on line who are just cruel…on both sides of the balancing act.
Excelente video! Me gusta su contenido y todas las cosas que muestran de nuestro país. Por cierto la tarrina de maní de 1$ es lo máximo jeje. Saludos desde Manabí!!
Gracias!
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Big up shout out from Kingston Jamaica
Hola brovah!
We love Ecuador, specially Cuenca!! It has a special charm. We love it.
We definitely see the attraction!
The 3-bedroom apt looks awesome.
It was and that neighborhood is our absolute favorite!
Very clean!!!!
We like it like that lol
Loved this video this city seems really Cool. Loved the rivers that flow thur this city. Enjoy y'all be safe.....
Thank you! Will do!
Great video. I visited Cuenca about 20 years ago and fell in love with the city. I would love to go back.
Thanks. We see why ppl are pulled here.
Wow! I'm in PDC and can't seem to find any fresh veggie markets. Guess I know where my next stop will be. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
No fresh veggie markets in PDC! I'm surprised. We love the access to fresh produce we've seen throughout Latin America.
@@TheYarbros Been searching for 3 weeks. Very disappointed.
And those visas are sounding VERY good!
Yea, the visas have us ready to apply!
Great overview! Those Visa options are hella attractive!
Yes lawd and Colombia, Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador have an agreement like the EU. Residency in on is residency in them all. 1 for 4 -love that too
@@TheYarbros OH hello! Good to know!
Thank you for making a lovely and informative video.Do you cook most of yours meals in?
Yes, we mostly cook our own meals. We like to have fun w/ local recipes when we can.
Excellent! Nice and to the point! Loving that $1 peanut butter and those visa options!
Thanks! The options are seriously nice for visas and thank God we found the local peanut butter 🤣
Hi you two. Another great video. I wanted to ask a favor. Would you please write down the names of neighborhoods that you visit on the screen? It will help a lot. Thank you.
good video friend what a beautiful place full of art, architecture and much to visit, everything looks very attractive 😍
It's very nice here.
Wow beautiful thank you
😄 Thank you 😁
7:37 *takes out AirPods to make sure they’re in the correct ears* the stereo is flipped here 😂
That said great video as always! Glad you’re enjoying Cuenca. I can’t wait to visit that city again for a longer time.
Humm, i'll have to check that out I generally do channel switches on purpose but I don't remember doing one there....Thanks for the info and for enjoying the content!
@@TheYarbros it happens. Let’s not talk about how many gaming livestreams I’ve done only to find out some time into it “we can’t hear you!” Because my mic was off. ;)
And absolutely!
Are y'all going to check out Manta, on the coast? Oh and I love Cuenca!
This is a great video!!
We plan to make our way there after Cuenca. I’m looking forward to the weather ☀️🕶
Ecuador is such an underrated tourist location and always felt intrigued by its diverse topography. Never visited but through your videos i am getting a glimpse of a place I always felt curious about learning more about.
Happy, glad and excited to show you around here. We are loving this place right now.
It looks like Cuenca has a decent expat population, thanks for the information .
It does! There’s a whole neighborhood called Gringolandia 🤣
Geeat...ENJOY . All the BEST,,,🇪🇨
Thanks!
I really enjoy your videos and your information on the professional visa raised my hopes. Just to have it squashed when I researched more. It appears $425 amount is set to change to $1275 and the cost of transferring transcripts due to translation cost, mailing FedEx is around $4,000. This cost would be workable but no the monthly cost. So far there has been no grandfathering in for renewals. Of course this is all subject to change. The immigration rules as well as the government is constantly in flux. Ecuador seems lovely and unlike the US the people and the whole atmosphere seems much calmer and livable. However the rules constantly changing s discouraging. But good luck with your travels
Can't tell you anything about the $4k transferring transcript fee. It's free to have your degree reviewed if it isn't already I. EC's database and there is a lot of confusion regarding the Professional Visa. it is still $425 showing for 3 months. I would not concern myself w/ what is coming but what is. My opinion. We are interviewing a n attorney today and or current information came from the most prominent attn. here who's doing this work every day.
@@TheYarbros well I think this is wise. JP and Amelia produce videos and blogs about visas. They work with visa specialist who have read the 100 page changes. It’s JP opinion the rate will soon change. Believe me I’m not happy to hear this. I’m looking for a long term situation which would include buying property. There are people in Ecuador who now own property and are worried. I hope your lawyer is honest. Not always a trait of lawyers anywhere
No argument there. Immigration rules seem to change like the weather here. On the up side just like MX if they continue to price ppl out they would likely change back. Best wishes finding a location that works for you.
Hey you 2 Hughie here thats where i am heading, only other possible place would be Lola 120K south of there. Safety affordability and hospitals
Hey Hughie! Loving this area. The weather can be a little irritating but it comes with mountains though. Lola, we'll have to check out though....Thanks for stopping by and enjoying the show!
ECUADOR 🇪🇨 IS NICE..
Sure is!
I was just in San Juan, PR and was surprised by how common bars on windows, doors, balconies are there. Reminded me of Camden, NJ which has a significant PR population. Guess the curved bars are also a cultural thing.
We were just talking to a guy here who saw this video...he visited a few cities in the US and said he was utterly shocked by the lack of security around homes..."like there was no crime there". We had a huge laugh! Thanks for watching!
@@TheYarbros It's getting common even here in New York for first floors
Excellent video & visa options. Do you like Cuenca more than Quito? I'm finding my home here as well. Much Love to you guys. Peace.
No, I think we like Quito more but we don't like the weather in either place.
@@TheYarbros totally understood, it is a little Chilly but it does have it's Autumn-like charms. Much Love, Todd 🙏🏽🕊️👍
The mercado is my birthday...12 de Abril. That's funny.
Cool!
2 1/2 Pears 🍐 for Fifty Cents! 🤣
Another great video!
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Great video ❤️🥰
Thank you!
Cuenca looks just lovely, and the mercado, omg, everything looked so fresh and yummy! Glad you are enjoying your time there.
So good!
I am so happy that you are in Cuenca! I have been watching Amelia and JP for several years... They moved to Ecuador from Denver, CO quite a few years ago... They have lived in many different cities during the time... I enjoy watching them but I am even more excited to see what you like about it... I have lost track of exactly where Amelia and JP are living at the moment, but here is a video--> Maybe you guys should meet up?? --> th-cam.com/video/Yqy80lFAsyY/w-d-xo.html Anyways, I am very happy to hear a different perspective from YOU BOTH!! :)
Hopefully we'll run into those guys! Loving this little town and all of its beautiful intricacies! Thanks for watching!
Bueno Amelia and Jô viven en manta pero son reservados con decir donde viven, ellos usualmente viajan por todo el Ecuador, actualmente están de vacaciones en Denver, EEUU
Try chancho a la Barbosa with mote sucio in Cuenca !!!
Thank you we will definitely check them out!
bonito apartamento los felicito chicos
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Sii muy lindo!
By the way, how was the bus? Did it seem safe, well maintained and safe drivers? I was super nervous about taking the buses in Mexico after riding on them in the early 1980’s, super fast drivers, passing on blind curves, rickety buses. I was impressed at how nice, safe and inexpensive they have become. So I’m hoping it is that way in Ecuador.
Safe, secure pleasant ride. Not on Mexico's luxury level but comfortable never the less.
So many Visa options - love this! Once you begin the Visa process , do you have to stay in the country for a certain amount of time before you can leave?
If you want to pursue permanent residency, yes. During the time of your 2 year temp residency, you can leave Ecuador for no longer than 90 days within 21 months. You can apply for the permanent residency at the 21 month mark.
That produce looks amazing. Do you guys disinfect your fresh veg and fruit (like what we are told to do in Mexico)?
We always do a vinegar wash everywhere we go.
@@TheYarbros thanks this is good to know. I will try it instead of buying Microdyne.
Headed there next year after I sell my home. Looking at pensionado visa.
On the professional visa
I always enjoy your videos. It seemed like you cut the video short at 3:53 when that white dog caught up to you. I would have been fussing to get that dog away from me. I am scared of dogs even little ones.
😄 I love dogs but that one smelled really bad. Check our Ig stories tomorrow and you'll see what happened 😄
Have you run into any anti-black racism in Ecuador or any of the places you’ve visited? I’m really concerned about the rise in white supremacy here in the U.S. One of the reasons, plus the cost of living, to leave this country. My husband and I visited Ecuador about 5 years ago and really liked it, but we were only there a few days. We’re a mixed race couple (I’m black, he’s white) and we didn’t experience any. It’s hard to tell on a short visit though.
No, anti-black racism here that we've experienced. We just had lunch with a black expat in a restaurant owned by a black Ecuadorian who is married to a white Canadian. Mixed marriages are very common here. This seems to be a very diverse place. I don't believe all that glitters is gold but by all accounts white supremacy has not footing here. Multiple tribes and ethnicities co-exist here in peace.
@@TheYarbros Hi There, I’m in Cuenca scouting it out too! Which restaurant was this?
Cuenca has its own caste system. On top are the about 8,000 people with pure European blood. Then come the mestizos (people with a mix of European and indigenous blood) and after them the indigenous. The afro-ecuatorianos are at the bottom in Cuenca. People will always ask who you know and will tell you whether that person is from a good family or not. Your family name and place in the caste is important for getting a job and for marriages.
Nice air bnb
Thanks ❤
The monthly income amount has gone way up since March. It is no longer in the 400s.
Oh, okay...its not 2550 for 6 months or $425/ month for 6 months....EC keeps it interesting.
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Ámbato has great weather and everyone ignores it.
We’ve never heard of it. Might check it out!
@@TheYarbros the place of flowers and fruit!!!
Cuenca vs Oaxaca ??? I must admit I love Oaxaca , except May -September ( too hot)
Apryl picks Oaxaca - loves the culture; Rondel picks Cuenca 😅
@@TheYarbros nothing like compromise. So when the clouds roll into Cuenca, off to Oaxaca you can go.😂
@@marilynpeoples5099 nothing bad with the clouds. Wtf you said that about Cuenca??
Cuenca is much cleaner than Oaxaca, streets, markets.
Peace Yarbros.. At this point so far in travels, what's your favorite country in South America? I thought it might be Columbia but decided to ask you
Our favorite country in Central America is Guatemala and so for in S. America its ...Ecuador.
@@TheYarbros Thank you
You two have plans to visit South East Asia or Eastern Europe? I love watching you two trek the world.
Hey! We've done a bit of SE Asia and definitely want to go back. We haven't yet been to Eastern Europe but we've been working our way there and hope to be in that region next year.
Great vlog. Looks like a fantastic place to visit. Is it necessary to be Spanish fluent to get around comfortably in either Cuenca or Quito? How well do you two speak Spanish?
We're not fluent at all but got along fine with what we knew plus Google translate. There are ppl in both places that speak great English.
Many English speaking people around, no worries
Did you notice much organics?
Yes, lots!
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Thank you!
@@TheYarbros You're welcome! Much love to you two and hope to see you soon!
Just watched another TH-camr re: living in Cuenca… did you know that there is a season where it’s cloudy for multiple months out of the year ? That killed Cuenca living for me.
No didn't know that but I understand. Looking forward to heading to the coast in a few weeks for the sand and sun.
Yes, at it is chilly also. So not x everyone.
I'm Ecuadorian and i don't see any of that in Cuenca. The cloudy maybe he meant the rainy season like winter but it's ok!
What about the water? Can you drink the water there or do you need to get water service? I've read that you should not drink the water.
The water in Cuenca is safe to drink, although that's not the case in other parts of the country.
I think guinea pigs are eaten in Ecuador. Did you try it?
No not yet...they have been expensive and $25 for some rodent is not wisdom 😭 Met a friend who's gonna roast one. We may try it.
Do you have to wash veggies with iodine like mexico?
We use a vinegar wash.
Scenario: You HAVE to live 2 years in one of these cities, and your monthly budget is $2,500. Guadalajara or Cuenca?
Ooo Sandra! We’re trying to be cool out here 😅 if we gotta commit to one, we agree on Guadalajara. It’s closer to the city vibe we’re attracted to. But if it’s between GDL and Quito … that’s a harder one to consider.
Quito..wow. Well, to your defense, you just got to Cuenca a couple of weeks ago, so you still have a lot of ground to cover😊
Yah-noon-kai
Thank you!
Hey! Did y'all take the bus to get there? We wanted to use the bus but I got too scared of my luggage getting stolen. If you did, how was that experience?
Yes, we took the day bus from Quito. Ended up being an 11hr trip. Loved seeing the countryside but would probably opt for the short flight next time. No issues with the luggage. The bus company was really professional, tagged all luggage, gave us matching tag receipts which we handed over to retrieve our luggage at the end of the trip.
yes that place is filled with amircan hahaah gringo landia
Crazy, we haven"t been over there to see it yet...