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Celebrate Simón Bolivar's Birthday in Guayaquil

July 9th, 2009 | Ecuador - Culture, Ecuador - Family Friendly, Ecuador - Gringo Favorite, Ecuador - Must See or Do, Ecuador - News, Ecuador - Nightlife, Ecuador - Travel Tips, The Best of Ecuador | 2 Comments »

If you are planning a trip to Ecuador this month (July) and mapping out your route now, try and aim to be in Guayaquil on the 24th and 25th.

July 24th is a nationwide holiday as the whole country celebrates the birthday of Simón Bolivar, the famous South American liberator. Things get even crazier on the 25th, however, as Guayaquil shuts down for two days with the biggest birthday bash combined with the celebration of the anniversary of the founding of the city.

Guayaquil is the most populous city in Ecuador, and the whole town turns out for the party. It is a celebration not to be missed if you are looking to have some wild fun.

Normally, Read more

Ecuador President Rafeal Correa Speaks on Obama's Election

November 12th, 2008 | Ecuador - News | No Comments »

What did Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa have to say about Barack Obama being elected into office? Just the Facts gives us the answer in its article “Barack Obama’s Victory as seen from Latin America”

President Rafael Correa states:

I think that foreign policy is going to be more reasonable, more humane, less imperialist. I think that (there will be) more attention on Latin America, but I do not believe that there will be changes.

I dream about the day that Latin America, really does not have to worry about who becomes the president of the United States, because it will be sovereign and autonomous enough to walk on its own two feet. Read more

7 Reasons to Relocate to Ecuador

October 31st, 2008 | Ecuador - News, Ecuador - Relocation | No Comments »

Amazon jungle, Andes Mountains, Pacific coastline. Ecuador has something for everyone. Without a doubt you will be able to find the perfect region to match your needs, and if it’s the mountains you prefer, well, the coast is only a short drive away!
Instant Friendships. The people of Ecuador are friendly, accepting and inviting. In many towns such as Quito and Cuenca there are already sizeable expat communities ready to welcome newcomers and help make adjusting a little easier.
The US Dollar. Ecuador uses the same currency as the United States, eliminating the complexity of figuring out exchange rates. As the dollar devalues in some parts of the world, it is still holding its value in Ecuador.
Prices. International

Do Ecuador Citizens Prefer Obama or McCain?

October 27th, 2008 | Ecuador - News | 1 Comment »

From May to September 2008 Gallup Polls conducted surveys in 70 countries to see who the world preferred to see elected into the Presidential office in the United States. Obama received overwhelming support, being the preferred candidate by a ratio of nearly 4-1.

How did the citizens of Ecuador feel? Thirty percent were in favor of the election of Obama into office, while only 9% preferred McCain. A whopping 62% didn’t know who they preferred or refused to answer the question.

Will the election of Obama or McCain affect Ecuador? With the United States economy and government being one of the major world powers, it is likely that the effects of this election will Read more

Is Ecuador Market to Invest In?

October 14th, 2008 | Ecuador - News, Ecuador - Relocation | No Comments »

With the United States market looking the way it does, investors are frantic to find a market where their money is safe. Ecuador’s market is not only a safe place to invest your money, and get it out of the possibly unsafe US banks, it also has the potential to turn around some pretty nice gains.

Ecuador still has good deals on property. The housing market in the larger cities and gringo settlements is stable, but not overpriced. Large purchases, such as farm property and hotels have the possibility of even greater discounts. It’s a buyer’s market with healthy returns as the potential.
Although the political climate in Ecuador is viewed by many as unstable and keeps some investors

English News Source in Ecuador

September 2nd, 2008 | Ecuador - News, Ecuador - Relocation, Ecuador - Travel Tips | 2 Comments »

The Ecuador Gringo is always looking for new sources of information on Ecuador and this post brings you The Ecuador Reporter.

The Ecuador Reporter supplies readers with a ton of information on moving around Ecuador. You’ll find reviews of bars, clubs, and restaurants as well as business news and travel advice especially designed for foreigners.

The online newspaper also has a sports section and a culture section. The classifieds and sales sections are comprehensive and well perused by foreigners and locals alike.

Responsible Traveling and Volunteering Promote Progress

August 29th, 2008 | Ecuador - News, Ecuador - Travel Tips | No Comments »

An interesting initiative is being taken to promote responsible tourism and volunteering in Ecuador on the web. It is called Moving Ecuador, and it is fueled by the idea that every choice we make, every day, impacts someone and therefore small changes add up to make a big difference.

Moving Ecuador believes that development is necessary, but that in order to preserve the natural beauty of Ecuador development has to be done in a different way. The site contains a wealth of information on how the sharing of experiences and knowledge can motivate both those in Ecuador and abroad to preserve the country while helping it grow at the same time.

Check out the Moving Ecuador Website Read more

Best Place to Retire in Latin America

August 13th, 2008 | Ecuador - News, Ecuador - Relocation | 2 Comments »

As the debate rages on as to which Latin American country is best to retire in, I’ve decided to take this opportunity to point out some of the pros and cons about settling in Ecuador. It seems that Panama is always the most talked about country, so I am going to compare the two, which will hopefully aid you in making your relocation decision.

To start off with, although the official language of both countries is Spanish, English is more widely spoken in Panama, whereas in Ecuador you mainly find English only in the tourist of business areas. Panama is more similar to the United States in that its construction standards are higher and its roads are superior. Read more

Cosmopolitan Quito is the Place to Be

July 18th, 2008 | Ecuador - Family Friendly, Ecuador - News | No Comments »

The benefits of relocating or retiring in Ecuador have never been sweeter. Not only can you enjoy a comfortable style of living that costs a fraction of the amount it would in the States, you will also enjoy the Latin pace of life which encourages happiness, healthiness, and longevity. There are many places to plant your roots, one of the most popular being the colonial capital of Quito.

Quito has been hailed as one of the best places to live in the world. This cosmopolitan city offers all the same conveniences as the States, with excellent health care facilities, restaurants, recreation and easy-to use public transportation.

One to three bedroom condos list from $40,000 to $75,000 brand Read more

Business at its Best

July 7th, 2008 | Ecuador - Business, Ecuador - Culture, Ecuador - News | 1 Comment »

When doing business it is important to look the part and the same holds true if you plan on doing business in Latin America. Despite the fact that Ecuadorians tend to be more laid back than North Americans, when doing business they adhere to a more formal code of conduct. Business meetings may be held in offices or in restaurants and proper attire, such as a suit with a tie, is standard.

Normally Ecuador runs on a different time clock than the rest of the world, with meetings regularly starting after their designated time. This, however, is not an excuse for lateness, and foreigners in particular are always expected to be on time. (They are also expected to Read more