I moved to Rio De Janeiro Brazil 18-months ago and we are not having drought or blackouts. We first moved to Mexico and lived there for 2yrs, but we grew disenchanted with Mexico and picked up and moved to Brazil and never been happier. We had Residency in Mexico while we were there. My point is, if you have not laid down any permanent roots in a country, like bought a house already, then it is quite easy to pack your suitcases and move to another country! That's what we did after living in Mexico for 2yrs. Now we been in Brazil for over 18months, we have Residency in Brazil now and we got Residency while already living in Brazil. Now we have Residency in 2 countries. It is not difficult to move to a different country if the first one is not what you expected. Life is too short for that!
Maybe my wife and I are stubborn but we are currently holding to the plan we started 2 years ago. Retire in May 25 and land in Cuenca in June. Let the adventure begin.
I grew up in the Caribbean so water rationing and electricity outages are common. It's better but it still happens. Because I grew up with these occurrences I would still move out of the US.The peace and getting out of the rat race would be worth it. I live in a major east coast city and we are in a drought, it hasn't rained in over a month and we are having brush fires. Global warming are making these occurrences worldwide, sadly. Love your videos.
So far the worst thing has been a bit of boredom because we can't watch TH-cam. Cooking and showers are gas. So, it kinda shows you that you rely too much on the internet :)
Those were some good questions, thanks for answering them so thoughtfully. The power outages are one thing but the water rationing is something for me to really think hard about. However, waiting a couple of months to see about rainfall is the wise thing to do. I was expecting with La Niña that there would be more rainfall by now, but I'm no expert on that topic. BTW, I love your new intro footage, and particularly LaShon with the wine glass - so fun. 😊
Steve and Shon, We are very appreciative of your exceptionally helpful video response. Although we're not currently in Ecuador, your video helped us feel we were, and we're thankful for your efforts. P.S. Thanks also for publishing this with Spanish Subtitle options. Hang in there.
I have been planning a 3 month visit to check out the Loja region but I put it off. I did sell my cabin home in Greenwood Lake, NY about 7 months ago. My former town now has a fire that has burned 5,000 acres and the whole east coast is in a drought. So, weather issues can be anywhere. I appreciate your videos they have helped me with my decision making.
It will just be for a few hours per sector. We have 3 5 gallon water bottles for anything needed, like if a toilet REALLY needs a flush or to make coffee. And you can refill it right away.
Hello friends, I am a native Ecuadorian and resident of the Galapagos Islands. I give you a phrase to share with your friends: "Ecuador is not for everyone, because you either love it or hate it when you meet it" and that's how it is.
once again thank you for the video. we are planning on moving from NYC to Cuenca in about two years and I wanted to bring down an electric stove and electric water heater to have installed into the house that we will eventually buy. have a phobia about the gas. now, thanks to your video, i reevaluated and am going to just go with the gas stove and water heater. my phobia to freezing cold showers supersedes my phobia to the gas tanks.
Oh, I forgot I had questions: Do the banks and ATMs typically function during the blackouts? What has been your toughest electricity related problem since you've moved to Cuenca? Thx
The banks and ATMs will be working if the attached building, area, or bank have generator power, but typically even if an ATM has no power there will be one nearby that does, so that hasn't really been an issue. Most banks will have generator power during the blackouts. We haven't had many issues with the blackouts because most places either have generators or continue to operate without power, and at home it's not a big issue.
What areas do you think would be good to stay in? Planning on coming early January and doing either the 90 or 180 days. Looked at the yapatree website and airbnb for short term rentals
Well we can only speak from our experience in Salinas and here in Cuenca. So for that time of year Salinas Malecon is great, but we absolutely love it here in Cuenca, where we live is away from Centro but not too far
@LivingLovingAbroad ok yea I'll be coming to Cuenca so it was more specific about that city. Saw a map of "safe areas" and saw gringoland or something like that. Didn't want to be too far from Centro but definitely not close to hear constant noise. Thanks.
I came here without a lot of choice. We have sick family, elderly family, who need help. Would I have waited... no. But I would plan very well. Get a home that has a cisterna. Bring solar, powerbanks, and a generator if you can...
Yes and yes, however there will be land owners, realtors, and developers that will absolutely scam/overcharge for anything that they can. As an expat you have to be very careful and do a ton of research about every aspect of a potential purchase. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably ain't true!
I moved to Rio De Janeiro Brazil 18-months ago and we are not having drought or blackouts. We first moved to Mexico and lived there for 2yrs, but we grew disenchanted with Mexico and picked up and moved to Brazil and never been happier. We had Residency in Mexico while we were there. My point is, if you have not laid down any permanent roots in a country, like bought a house already, then it is quite easy to pack your suitcases and move to another country! That's what we did after living in Mexico for 2yrs. Now we been in Brazil for over 18months, we have Residency in Brazil now and we got Residency while already living in Brazil. Now we have Residency in 2 countries. It is not difficult to move to a different country if the first one is not what you expected. Life is too short for that!
It's really nice to hear you two being the better people you are! Love it!!!
Maybe my wife and I are stubborn but we are currently holding to the plan we started 2 years ago. Retire in May 25 and land in Cuenca in June. Let the adventure begin.
Nothing wrong with that plan at all, hope to see you here 💯
I grew up in the Caribbean so water rationing and electricity outages are common. It's better but it still happens. Because I grew up with these occurrences I would still move out of the US.The peace and getting out of the rat race would be worth it.
I live in a major east coast city and we are in a drought, it hasn't rained in over a month and we are having brush fires. Global warming are making these occurrences worldwide, sadly. Love your videos.
So far the worst thing has been a bit of boredom because we can't watch TH-cam. Cooking and showers are gas. So, it kinda shows you that you rely too much on the internet :)
We are doing the same.
Being stubborn and good at thinking on your feet... you can still do well here in Ecuador.
Y’all are rocking the move to Cuenca!
Im here in now until February, though I live in Bogota' and am still enjoying Ecuador.
Those were some good questions, thanks for answering them so thoughtfully. The power outages are one thing but the water rationing is something for me to really think hard about. However, waiting a couple of months to see about rainfall is the wise thing to do. I was expecting with La Niña that there would be more rainfall by now, but I'm no expert on that topic. BTW, I love your new intro footage, and particularly LaShon with the wine glass - so fun. 😊
Yeah that was a fun day in Naples Italy when Lashon had that wine lol. Hopefully La Nina will reverse the drought soon.
Great things to think about. Thank you…we learned a lot from your post.
Gracias 🙏🏾
I am moving to Belize and I will be utilizing solar because of the power issues due to a high demand.
Steve and Shon,
We are very appreciative of your exceptionally helpful video response.
Although we're not currently in Ecuador,
your video helped us feel we were, and we're thankful for your efforts.
P.S.
Thanks also for publishing this with Spanish Subtitle options.
Hang in there.
Thanks, we hope to be as helpful as possible ☺️
@@LivingLovingAbroad It truly shows. You two help make the world a better place.
I have been planning a 3 month visit to check out the Loja region but I put it off. I did sell my cabin home in Greenwood Lake, NY about 7 months ago. My former town now has a fire that has burned 5,000 acres and the whole east coast is in a drought. So, weather issues can be anywhere. I appreciate your videos they have helped me with my decision making.
Thank you so much and we hope everything works out well for you
Well here in Virginia, we have not had any rain here either! Very cold and dry conditions! Great video guys!❤
Thanks
Helpful. Thanks. I could deal with the power outages in a region not dependent on heating an air, but lack of water is a deal breaker for me.
That's understandable, we'll see how they handle it here
It will just be for a few hours per sector. We have 3 5 gallon water bottles for anything needed, like if a toilet REALLY needs a flush or to make coffee. And you can refill it right away.
Hello friends, I am a native Ecuadorian and resident of the Galapagos Islands. I give you a phrase to share with your friends: "Ecuador is not for everyone, because you either love it or hate it when you meet it" and that's how it is.
Perfect 👌🏾
once again thank you for the video. we are planning on moving from NYC to Cuenca in about two years and I wanted to bring down an electric stove and electric water heater to have installed into the house that we will eventually buy. have a phobia about the gas. now, thanks to your video, i reevaluated and am going to just go with the gas stove and water heater. my phobia to freezing cold showers supersedes my phobia to the gas tanks.
Lol glad we could help 😀
Even if you want electric, it's available here. No need to bring things like that!
Oh, I forgot I had questions: Do the banks and ATMs typically function during the blackouts? What has been your toughest electricity related problem since you've moved to Cuenca? Thx
The banks and ATMs will be working if the attached building, area, or bank have generator power, but typically even if an ATM has no power there will be one nearby that does, so that hasn't really been an issue. Most banks will have generator power during the blackouts. We haven't had many issues with the blackouts because most places either have generators or continue to operate without power, and at home it's not a big issue.
What areas do you think would be good to stay in? Planning on coming early January and doing either the 90 or 180 days. Looked at the yapatree website and airbnb for short term rentals
Well we can only speak from our experience in Salinas and here in Cuenca. So for that time of year Salinas Malecon is great, but we absolutely love it here in Cuenca, where we live is away from Centro but not too far
@LivingLovingAbroad ok yea I'll be coming to Cuenca so it was more specific about that city. Saw a map of "safe areas" and saw gringoland or something like that. Didn't want to be too far from Centro but definitely not close to hear constant noise. Thanks.
I came here without a lot of choice. We have sick family, elderly family, who need help. Would I have waited... no. But I would plan very well. Get a home that has a cisterna. Bring solar, powerbanks, and a generator if you can...
Great advice sir!!
Great video, how do you feel about land ownership. Is it fairly affordable, and is it easy to do this type of thing for expats?
Yes and yes, however there will be land owners, realtors, and developers that will absolutely scam/overcharge for anything that they can. As an expat you have to be very careful and do a ton of research about every aspect of a potential purchase. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably ain't true!
@LivingLovingAbroad Thankyou, ill be looking into it more and more. Glad you have found a place to feel comfortable and happy.