Vilcabamba Lifestyle Vlog | S1 E3 | What Does Loja, Ecuador Have to Offer?

[@BOULDERGEEK]

Wow, this was very enlightening. I had motorcycled up through Ecuador from Peru, but hadn't been to Loja. I have had my heart set on Cuenca since visiting ten years ago. The discussions from other expat investigators have opened my eyes to Loja and Vilcabamba. Looking forward to seeing them for myself.

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Hey there Bouldergeek! Yes, many people are just now discovering our little hidden gem of region in southern Ecuador. If you want to know why I personally live here in Vilcabamba, you can check out this video I made last year. Please pardon the awful stock footage I put in there for entertainment purposes that aren't even from Ecuador, but you'll get the point from what I say. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppq3oX-Pmr-LbrM If you are wanting to know our opinion about the differences between Manta on the coast, Cuenca, and Loja/Vilcabamba, then check out this podcast we did a while back. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6iZoGmNo6mor8U

[@dovygoodguy1296]

Do you have videos about life in Loja and infrastructure, such as medical services, home water and electricity supply? Rentals in locations where cars aren't necessary near amenities? Retirees living in Loja and comparisons with Vilcabamba and Cuenca? I was interested in availability of kosher meat products that might be brought from Cuenca?

[@darlenelewis8082]

Thanks for showing some of Loja. All of you at Abundant Living are very good video hosts. I must admit, Carl, I have a soft spot in my heart for Canadians. They have always proven to be decent, honest people & make good friends. Thanks to you all!

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Thanks for your thoughtful comment, Darlene! Canadians are very nice people ;)

[@dovygoodguy1296]

​@@AbundantLivingEcuador I'm originally from Alberta and agree!

[@scotnick59]

Thanks so much for the fascinating tour, Carl!

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@danthadon87]

Wow it is mindblowing indeed seeing a vac sealed ribeye for under $3 here in Vancouver Canada that would at least cost $15-20

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

I believe it

[@HumanMrs]

This was a great video! Gosh, now I have to choose between Vilca and Loja... Kind of a nice 'problem' to have though :)

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Haha, you should try out both places to see which you like better! They're just 45 minutes apart from each other too in case you want to do day trips to one or the other!

[@HumanMrs]

@@AbundantLivingEcuador Yes indeed. I will do exactly that!

[@asdrubalvivanco2301]

Loja is much better than Vilca. It has more entertainments.

[@megrushbrook8342]

Thank you for this video. I had no idea that thing about people waiting around in the park for a job and I've lived here for 7 years now. I also need to re-think my fashion choices when I go to Loja I think. I am SO stuck in my Vilca mom uniform! hahahaha

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

We learn something new everyday, don't we?! I think your Vilca mom uniform is quite fashionable to gain you enough respect!

[@megrushbrook8342]

@@AbundantLivingEcuador hahahahaha!!! That's hilarious!

[@alainbergeron4520]

About the jobs seekers, in the park of Loja, here we could find them in the parking lot of Lowe's

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Yes! That is what we remember in North America too!

[@republiquedelcacao1974]

Most Excellent Configuration.Ecuador.

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Thanks

[@loveliveheal]

🙏💙thanks as always. These videos are really helpful.

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Glad you like them!

[@rioscueva1899]

Coming that way soon.

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Woo hoo!

[@doctorcarranga4726]

hola Carl....Tocayo.....Excelente tu canal..hasta ahora lo veo...recuerdas mi obra de titeres¡?¡?¡ Bendiciones ...espero vernos pronto....

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Si si!! muchas gracias..

[@truthexposed839]

It’s beautiful 😍 there.

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Yes indeed.

[@viajerozz]

Good info, thanks! Is there a mall there? Hospitals?? Climate? Thanks..

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Hey Ron, thanks. There is not an official mail system in Ecuador. However, there are post office boxes in Vilcabamba, but the method of transportation is via "mules", or people flying down with suitcases with whatever it is that needs to be mailed down to Ecuador. There is a basic hospital in Vilcabamba, and numerous hospitals in Loja that are highly reviewed. The climate in Vilcabamba is ideal with daytime highs in the mid 70's to low 80's year round. If you have any questions about relocating to our part of Ecuador don't hesitate to reach out to Carl directly at [e-mail]

[@anashasoldroxler5024]

Carl. you forgot to show the sushi place of Supermaxi !!!!!!!!

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Ugg, yes, we forgot that special sushi spot! Everyone, you can get good sushi in the food court at Supermaxi!

[@thomasgun1329]

They don’t have open market organic fruits and vegetables? Is the climate harder to grow vegetables?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

The Loja markets do not advertise organic fruits and vegetables. It's possible that some of the produce is organic, but others might be sprayed with pesticides as farmers are beginning to spray in the countryside more and more. In Vilcabamba, we have an association to keep food organic in the area. The expats are the ones who primarily are concerned with organic, and there is a concentration of these expats in Vilcabamba. Hopefully it will catch on in Loja sooner than later.

[@Jetmab04]

Thanks Carl, for showing this wonderful city which I could fall in love with in a heart-beat ❤️... "Third world Country"....yeah NOT some European cities are definitely more "third world" than Loja 🤗

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

I agree!

[@domingogarcia3594]

Do you have a website to see the properties?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

You can find all of our properties for sale at www.abecuador.com

[@adammcintyre4592]

I'm Canadian, what's the process of moving there?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Hi Adam! Here's the contact of a bilingual visa specialist who can explain the process of moving here: Jose Febres [e-mail]

[@alainbergeron4520]

@@AbundantLivingEcuador where is he located? An idea of the fees?

[@UnitedStatesNational]

How far is the ocean from Loja?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

You can get to Machala in 4-5 hours, or Salinas in about 9.5 hours. You can also visit Mancora, Peru in about 4.5 hours.

[@westcoastkitties]

Carl, is that property still available?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Yes it is!

[@MichaelArchangel-cg9kd]

Where do you send your kids to school

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Hi Rod! They are home schooled.

[@truthexposed839]

@@AbundantLivingEcuador If I chose to live in Vilcabamba or Loja, can I homeschool my child with no problem? What age is the mandatory age for them to go to school?

[@swissrootful]

which is closest airport for Loja?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

The closest airport to Loja city is in Catamayo. It is called the Loja airport, but is a 50 minute drive from Loja.

[@deemaxbeck9231]

Cost per month for house maid

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

$400 is what most people pay per month

[@blessed2878]

are there many young professional visa people there?

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

Hi there! Yes, there are!

[@Brett_Nebraska]

Why aren't there mosquitos there??

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

There are less mosquitos due to the higher elevation.

[@junbarz361]

Never called it 3rd world instead a developing country. Ecuadorian are very sensitive.

[@AbundantLivingEcuador]

You got it Jun! Thanks for sharing.

[@westcoastkitties]

Specially if you are trying to attire buyers 😇