Cuenca Ecuador Expat Life on a $1,039 monthly budget (Cost of Living Ecuador)

This video is meant to show the quality of life you can experience as an Expat living on a $1,039 a month budget in Cuenca Ecuador.
Ecuador is affordable, and the lifestyle you can have on a typical Social Security check of $1,500 a month for a single person or $2,500 for a couple is very attractive. Budgets vary, and many live in Cuenca Ecuador on much less than $1,500 and others far exceed $1,500. We've met people living on under $1,000 while we've been here, so that is a possibility.
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[@fxzambrano]

I'm from Ecuador, thank you very much for your kind words about our country, we are a small country but very lovely and peaceful. God bless you all you're welcome 🇪🇨❤️

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for the kind words 👍😁♥️🇪🇨

[@endicada9359]

what city you live in? [e-mail]-- I wana move in Quenca

[@fxzambrano]

@@endicada9359 I live in Quito, a beautiful city too. Most of the ecuatorians are nice and peaceful people and love the tourists because we understand that our country can offer a lot of pretty things. Cuenca is a smaller city and maybe more quiet than Quito. Both are very charming

[@Mexicobeanpole]

What a beautiful message.

[@raffaimran1278]

Dear imran arain from Pakistan I like a Ecuador

[@jameshall2299]

Visited Cuenca about 10 years ago. Stayed behind a coffee shop owned by a couple from Australia. Absolutely loved Cuenca!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

There is so much to like 👍

[@zb3453]

I sell a Building of 3 Levels with 2 Comercial Stores in Ecuador Machala.

[@WendelltheSongwriter]

My college Spanish professor was from Quito; I always had a hankering to go. Now I know why.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching and commenting ❤️❤️🇪🇨

[@gigioecu]

I’m an Ecuadorian living in Houston, but I remember going to Cuenca every spring for break and loving everything about the city. Although Guayaquil is where my home is, I have always had a soft spot for the Andes. Took my wife to city outside of Cuenca in 2003 and we fell in love with it’s highland country feel.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad you enjoyed the video. 😁♥️🇪🇨

[@gigioecu]

I did enjoy the video, truth is you can live very economically in Ecuador. But life there is not perfect either. I can see myself doing what most Ecuadorian’s who live outside of Ecuador do - spring and fall in the U.S. / summers and winters in Ecuador (Andes and the Coast).

[@be028]

@@gigioecu Rudy where in Houston, Katy?

[@gigioecu]

@@be028 I’m in lake Conroe

[@krispaschal8028]

@@WarrenJulieTravel I have a remote cybersecurity job, and need internet to be super reliable and comparable to US internet. Do you have any idea how her internet compares?

[@luis001fut]

What a free and courageous soul! As a local I feel proud whenever I hear people talk about how much they like my city.. I hope you never change your opinion :) Blessings to you all and thanks for sharing these wonderful videos!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks so much for commenting 😊

[@r.j.dannemiller346]

I love Cuenca, Ecuador. I spent six months there earlier this year. As a world traveler, it is one of my favorite places and I may retire there in five years or so.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It’s wonderful place.

[@zb3453]

I Sell a Building in Ecuador - Machala Of 3 Levels with 2 Commercial Stores . if you are interested. back this comment.

[@acajudi100]

An excellent video. Thank you! had 1-800 GOT JUNK to empty my 880 sq. 2 bedroom apartment, and I moved to Mexico with the shoes on my feet and one suitcase and a backpack. I live in a beautiful furnished apartment, that includes everything, and I only buy food,water and drinks. (non alcohol) I always gave stuff away, but at 79, it was time to let go of everything. Let go and let God always . Karma never loses an address. We reap what we have sown.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching and commenting 😁

[@grandmalovesmebest]

Im fixing to do that this summer as soon as my lease is up. I fear being homeless in America, as im an elderly lady, alone w no safety net, and a doctor messed up my hip replacement so I'll use a walker forever. It's no condition to be alone in but I can't face the thought of being homeless, Especially in the cold. It makes me sad that America has taken in ppl from all over the world and helped them have a better life, but we have few places to go now that we are old.😢

[@pedrocevallos8073]

Wow! Super spacious and beautiful apartment with two balconies.Super affordable and the neighborhood looks really nice. Thanks for a great video.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks glad you liked it. 😁

[@eduarditobedoya3560]

Love Ecuador, been There and I was surprised with the cost of living and great gastronomy they have, Other places Are Very Expensive but I was really amazed with the low prices

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It really a nice place, your dollar goes a long way.

[@rhlang11]

@@WarrenJulieTravel my pal bought a house in Ecuador but his real estate agent refuses to send him the title? does that sound fishy??

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@rhlang11 I’m not sure, look at our video on real estate, we spoke with Grace an attorney, her email is in that video description.

[@rhlang11]

Well he thinks he owns the place. My pal will find out soon.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@rhlang11 I hope it’s all on the up and up.

[@jshepard152]

1:25 Apartment tour 7:40 Rent price. 11:30 Full budget

[@aibebo82]

Im Ecuadorian and im glad you love my country

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we really do. ♥️♥️

[@edsedlak6827]

I just returned from Ecuador and spent two weeks in Cuenca, a month in Manta and a week in Galapagos. Cuenca is a lovely city with so many places to visit and with the Tranvia you can get across the city inexpensively and quickly. I was lucky enough to meet friends in Galapagos who live in Cuenca and they also have a really nice apartment for a very reasonable cost. Ecuador is a beautiful country with wonderful people. I will very likely return there.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for sharing! We agree.

[@kristybobby]

Thanks again for another great video! What a lovely apartment she has! The food looks great too!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks, we’re so glad you liked the video. 👍♥️🇪🇨

[@norma6806]

OMG, Warren i want to live in that apartment, i still have two more years here in texas :(, love your videos, please don't stop, i have my entire family looking at your vides. chao stary safe!!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks so much ♥️♥️

[@glendagrant9042]

Oh I had uncomfortable style furniture. I found and bought a Chaise that I added and sat on til bedtime. I lef to care for my mom. An only child. Not sure my health is good enough to go back but I think about it.

[@jbw53191]

Thank you for this video. It was so very informative and encouraging. I'm coming down there later in the year to try it out for a month. Maybe two!

[@kvom01]

I visited Ecuador for 10 days a number of years ago and spent 4 in Cuenca. If I were to move to spend significant time living overseas Cuenca would be top of my list, Primary reason is the climate as I hate hot weather. Having $US as the currency is a big plus, and there are no extra costs/prices for being a foreigner.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for commenting. You are correct on all points.

[@ahuvaphillips1580]

Lovely place, lovely woman. Thank you for covering this price point; it's more what my husband and I are working with. I enjoyed the video and feel hopeful!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I’m sure you’ll find a place in your budget, if possible visit and check Cuenca out.

[@tuib]

Spray your hummingbird feeder with Pam. The bees hate it and the birds don't mind. It doesn't hurt either one of them.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Interesting 🧐

[@darr1954]

I really appreciate this video! I’ve mostly traveled in Mexico but am going to have to experience Cuenca. I love the detail you offer in the presentation of a typical budget. It’s amazing how much having a car and miscellaneous expenses can blow up a budget. This person has created a lovely and interesting life!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we appreciate your comments. ♥️

[@shafayarif1928]

That's quite some place to live in! Loved the way she gave us the tour of her apartment.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks she has a nice place 😁

[@danspencer4235]

Ecuador is a great country with great people. Not to throw shade on anyone, but you should know that the only people I know who move to Ecuador are those who never considered Colombia. Emilia and JP said so on their "why" video. In the beginnings of the Pandemic, many foreign nationals had to be rescued from Ecuador, because the government suspended all flights. I know other people who had to be rescued from Ecuador for other reasons. Visit Medellin and the Coffee Region of Colombia before you decide where to retire. Just a friendly suggestion.

[@johnrenoveillon3841]

Wow! She's got a really cool place there... and super affordable.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We really like her apartment and location. 👍

[@PoolCarol]

Good videos! I really like how you go over prices and different costs of living.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊 we appreciate your comments.

[@grandmalovesmebest]

We are so lucky to have the internet.😗

[@jorgem691]

Nice soon I going to move to Ecuador

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Great 👍♥️🇪🇨

[@lynxlynx79]

I love this video! Very informative video. Great inspiration to visit Ecuador.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@4n6wizard]

Nice video, I’m actually from Ecuador and moved to Florida in 2002 when I was 21 years old. When I used to lived in Ecuador I used to enjoyed both worlds the coast and the highlands. I honestly enjoyed more the highlands cities. But I’m pretty much living the American dream in the States (Im a government employee and have VA disability, the wife and I don’t have kids, which is pretty sweet.) If I ever go back to Ecuador I can live like a king just with my VA disability but one thing that I do not miss from Ecuador is the robbery. I personally was robbed twice when I was a teen in Guayaquil plus the heat sucks over there that is why I enjoyed more Quito, Latacunga, Ambato, Cuenca. But good for everyone that can move and enjoy retirement in another countries with a small budget 👏🏻👏🏻

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Most crime in Cuenca is petty, it’s definitely not Guayaquil or Quito. I’m glad you liked the videos. 😁♥️🇪🇨

[@4n6wizard]

@@WarrenJulieTravel maybe we can meet up one day when I go visit my family in Ecuador, been want it to have some vacation in the highlands also I check the fundrise site, very interesting

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We expect to be moving to our next country in January, depending on Covid19, otherwise we would have loved to meet up.

[@4n6wizard]

@J Daniel I think you missed the part that I said that I’m was born and raised in Ecuador lol, Believe me I know my little country. And yes Guayaquil is a pretty bad city compared to the cities in the mountains. I have family that used to lived in Latacunga and Ambato, so I travel to the highlands all the time on vacation.

[@woffordwolf2071]

@J Daniel yeah I think Guayaquil is the ugliest City I've ever been to...

[@timmyjones1921]

Wow so incredible & educational , thank you .

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We appreciate your comments ♥️😁

[@timmyjones1921]

@@WarrenJulieTravel You're Most Welcome & God Bless Both Of You .

[@xavierleon7343]

Great video guys I really love cuenca the weather is awesome and the people are friendly keep it up like this my friends👍👍👍👍👍

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks, we appreciate your watching 😁

[@Thealignmentkeys]

I know this is an older video and there's been a little bit of unrest there but its still on my list. I am single too. Thanks for sharing.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@randomstuff2411]

Nice that you like Ecuador looking forward to move to Ecuador

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we appreciate you watching the video. 👍♥️🇪🇨

[@laurayale369]

Looks lovely, quite spacious for a single lady. Sound proofing - yes! And the purple princess scooter os perfect.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

She really has a nice place, and lifestyle. 👍

[@Leonard-lf7bc]

Beautiful apartment thanks for sharing this video frends

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching ♥️🇪🇨

[@QuinnPrice]

Inspiring. Thank you for sharing this.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks, she is very inspirational. 😊👍

[@rayvogensen2983]

A beautiful apartment. I couldn't believe the double glaze windows. The apartment is really big and nicely furnished, and for only 500.00 dollars a month. Impressive. And she eats out once a day. Amazing. Here in Portugal, where I live, she would pay about 50% more to live in a city of the same size.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Cuenca Ecuador is a very cost effective location.

[@raydosson2025]

Thank you for sharing!

[@sylvialauterbach5565]

What a gorgeous, spacious apartment! Great bid! Thanks for opening your home and sharing your experience!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@teresitap5778]

I can't wait to visit Ecuador, cheers from the PNW.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching

[@dArtagnan712]

Hi Warren & Julie! Thank you so much for the great info! I respectfully request that you turn up the volume on your recording devices, as I have difficulty hearing everything that is being said on this video. And please, keep up the great work!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We hear comments like this on occasion, however others do not encounter the same issues. We believe it may be device driven, we do try to check the sound quality before uploading. My apologies, hopefully our other videos sound clearly. 😁

[@maryhernandez4854]

Thank you for the video it helps me to star thinking about my retirement saludos from Toronto

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks! Glad you liked it 😁

[@jpsmusicandmore5457]

Great video by the way thank you for sharing

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@biancaalcantara2804]

Thanks for sharing. I love the video.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@biancaalcantara2804]

You welcome. I will love one day to visit Ecuador.

[@PretzelKid]

Great Video, cant wait to see Cuenca.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Hope you get a chance to go.

[@discoverabhi9624]

Very nice video 📹 keep up the good work 👏

[@sunnyla2835]

Excellent video ! Thank you!😎

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad you liked it!

[@karmathegiant]

Just subscribed! The cost is amazing 🤩

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks, we are happy to have you with us 😊

[@edgarcalle8166]

what a great place! I would like to go one day to Ecuador

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad you enjoyed it.😁

[@billram1604]

Great Video, there are hiking groups and you do not need to pay for registration. I recommend installing alarms/sensors on the balcony areas.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for the input 😁

[@lisacansler4272]

So excited to know there is disc golf!!!!

[@jerseydevil3799]

Great video. Very informative. Thank you

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@YoutubeTravelerSoloVagabond]

you sold me on visiting ecuador, thats fab!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Great, enjoy your visit 👍

[@georgep1358]

Great video ,the rent is very well priced as I have watched many recent videos on other countries close by and you need much more

[@thaidawg9231]

Good video, thanks for the info., just found you and subscribed, currently working in China.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Welcome aboard!

[@MrMaziar58]

Thanks for the vlog That's my exact early retirement benefits or wait another 3 1/2 years to receive full benefits of around$1500....... However feeling sad without having proper saving after 35 years of non stop working have to shop for another country that can accommodate my remaining years!!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

You can easily find a lower rent location if needed.

[@MrMaziar58]

Travel With Us by Warren & Julie Thanks I know that My rant was against our System and the way most retirees have to deal with!

[@synewparadigm]

@@MrMaziar58 government are devaluating the dollar by endless printing and destroying the middle class while they are enrich ing their buddies.

[@puravida7000]

mark yes you can , you can get a nice place for $ 350 and new .I am a local middle class here and I used to live in the states ...my advace come and see it for your self

[@capassoluigi7387]

You can always jump from a very high building!!! If I have to live a desperate poor life when I m old I jump!!

[@AudriannaB-World-Peace]

Hi there! let Kay know that if you have yellow flowers on a hummingbird feeder..it attracts wasps...so you need to get one with red flowers and you will have hummingbirds and no wasps 😉 weird but true 🌺. The budget was reallly good and a beautiful furnished apartment! I have traveled a lot in my life so far but have never been to Ecuador.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Interesting 🤔

[@joeharris8574]

Thanks very informative.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@The_Red_Pill__]

Great, informative video.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lucialife_]

What an amazing apartment! Thank you for sharing. This makes me really think about moving from Guayaquil to Cuenca. Guayaquil is too expensive

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We prefer Cuenca to the coast. 👍

[@byronsevilla4333]

Manta is also cheaper than Gye and Uio.

[@mattstopa9436]

That place is amazing!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It really is when compared to the US. 👍

[@bradbeckett]

Great Video!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@tupak124]

I'm from Ecuador but been living in Dominican Republic for more than 25 years. This video makes me think about returning to my country LOL. I will continue looking for your videos guys :)

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we appreciate you 😊😊

[@nala3038]

You couldn’t pay me to live in the Dominican Republic

[@joserivera7349]

Thank you for video.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@layshafabiana746]

Wow me encanta este video❤️🇪🇨🇪🇨🇪🇨

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we ♥️🇪🇨

[@josebonete9612]

Great apt, just one thing, in from Azogues 25 minutes from Cuenca and let me tell you i pay $180 a mont eve thing included, and food is even cheaper I get 20 oranges for $1 or 5lbs bananas for a dollar organic milk 🥛 for $.70 cent a liter and organic eggs 🥚 for .25 cents a piece, life is great and plentiful of outdoor activéis. One thing to notice, is really expensive getting McDonalds, Taco Bell, Bebe ether king than eating in a restaurant that serves organic food. If $1000 spuds cheap to you try living in the surrounding of Cuenca, sick is Azogues, Paute, Biblian, Girón, etc etc will blow your mind, $500 or less.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes it’s possible, it definitely depends on the Person and how often they need to go out.

[@aguarongoespadadehercules8819]

In Cuenca Costs the same, and it's more safer, but Azoguez is nice to.

[@IAmYourTuber]

Jose... Are you an expat, tourist, resident, or born n raised Ecuadorian? Is that a small apt. or hotel/resort set-up? I’m hoping to travel some time this year. I’m Ecuatoriano born and raised in Chicago. And when I go to Quito I avoid any and all eateries with US names. I always eat real street food. Mercado foods are the best too. Nothing like being in Ecuador and enjoying a round pan de agua w a Coke.

[@tobe1359]

Good thing that all that junk food (McDonalds, Taco Bell)is expensive! The worst food you can put in your body.

[@lesliedavid1244]

What a beautiful apartment! Cuenca is on my to visit list next year along with Panama.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It's a beautiful country to visit.

[@Stevie651]

Today is the first time seeing your vlog. Very informational, thanks. Are there more apartments similar to hers within that price range?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes, keep an eye on gringopost.com real estate section.

[@dennishassler605]

Wow! An amazing apt. and we applaud Kay for her quality of life on a budget. This is what I expect to pay for a condo or apt. in P.V. Mex. and doubt I'll get as nice a place as she's found. I see that my wife watches this video later too.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we hope she likes it, take a look at our other budget videos also.

[@michaelpage1030]

We're moving to Cuenca in about a year & I was wondering about recreational activities, like tennis, gyms, mountain biking shops etc.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes to all, you’ll enjoy the outdoor recreational activities there.

[@JesseSwitzer]

This place is SO beautiful!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@fredost1504]

Love the scooter.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

me too.

[@user-ou1ih8kk3i]

That is an incredible apartment! Having just visited Cuenca, i consider it to be a gem of city. Having also visited Quito, Otavalo, Cotacachi, Banos, Loja, and Vilcabamba this month, Cuenca has been my favorite city (though i have liked each of the above referenced cities; they are all distinct and have their pluses).

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for commenting and we also liked Cuenca a lot.

[@user-fb9un8zt1f]

Really nice apartment!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It really is 😁

[@thenewspanishacademy]

Very nice place!

[@chullauniversoec]

Hello!! Good video.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks so much 😁

[@jeffphillips5350]

Great video beautiful apartment and lovely lady thank you so much for your Awesome video

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks we appreciate hearing from you 😁😁

[@teddybar66]

Liked and subscribed...👍

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks glad to have you with us😁

[@jennyhammond9261]

Very helpful!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@tdottravels]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Just wondering if your guest in the video is planning to continue traveling now that she's settled in Cuenca (post Covid)? Can you comment on how easy it is or how often expats travel from Cuenca, domestically and internationally to Europe/Asia? (Thinking of costs, connecting flights) Than you!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

As you can guess travel currently is a little tricky with each country having their own requirements. This said, she actually is scheduled to visit Egypt in a few months with some friends she’s made in Cuenca. You can look up flights from Ecuador on Skyscanner.com Guayaquil and Quito are the two international airports here, with Guayaquil the closer of the two. Cuenca has regional airport for a short flight to Guayaquil or Quito if needed.

[@MURPHSLIFE]

Still need to visit that spot

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We hope you do. 👍

[@jf8461]

I'd love to be there now!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Keep watching, we’ll be checking out some other countries soon. But Cuenca Ecuador surpassed our expectations.

[@oscarpatino1444]

Very informative

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@carlotavasquez3213]

Es un buen Video, les felicito, y gracias como Ecuatoriana que soy.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thank you for watching us.

[@gamthrax]

That was a very interesting and informative video. I will be visiting the end of January and we'll explore around that area. Where did you say you play disc golf? I'm going to bring a couple discs with me. Thank you!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

They play in Parque Paradiso.

[@gamthrax]

Great, thanks!

[@sharonclyburn7706]

Love it!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@larrypicard8802]

Third world country? Really? I know you used air quotes but I’m surprised you’d use that term for Ecuador, especially Cuenca. I do like your videos, the apartment is gorgeous.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I use the term with air quotes to get people to rethink the term. Most people consider most countries in Central and South America to fall into that description. Via video I hope people change those perceptions. 👍♥️🇪🇨

[@larrypicard8802]

@@WarrenJulieTravel OK, thanks. I"m moving to Cuenca and arriving on Thursday. I already have a very nice apartment but it's not quite as nice as Kay's. I love the city and am excited to start my retirement expat life there. Your videos have been very helpful in ideas for day trips.

[@jacquelinecajamarca8550]

@@larrypicard8802 welcome. I live in Cuenca for 5 years. Really nice. There are lots of beautifull apartments here. So you can find another one. 😊👍

[@tomking5358]

It's been my observation that "developing country " is used more frequently these days than "3rd world "

[@Floridawg]

Yes it's a third world country, it's on the top 8 corrupted countries in Latin America, Cuenca is a safe city with nice people that's why Americans choose that city, go to the slums in Guayaquil or Quito and you'll see why its a third world country.

[@coryhollywood6021]

Excellent video

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊

[@mariobucci7683]

I am shocked . What a beautiful apartment seriously. I am Canadian looking to want to retire warm but not swealtering heat. It looks beautiful there.

[@carolehartley7716]

I spent 2 winters in Cuenca. Temperature is like spring in Toronto. Lovely place, lots of colonial buildings. I felt safe there, lots of expat activities. I'm a big city girl, so Cuenca's a little too quiet for me.

[@bonniejoffindumbe4084]

Wow nice video

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks so much 😊

[@daisyapontehavenmemoriestr8552]

I want to move to Ecuador. That fits me. I am from the Caribe. I am seeing a lot of Americans , Canadian people moving to Ecuador

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

There is a large growing Expat community.

[@mirtilif2793]

did a like :) kinda wanna check montanita or salinas :D

[@harryhamilton5598]

What type of visa does Kay have? Lovely apartment! That outdoor space is awesome.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I believe she is on the investors visa. We have a video on the types of residency visas, just in case you haven’t seen it. 😁

[@maryoriezambrano7690]

@@WarrenJulieTravel how much does she invest?? 1,000 usd per month perhaps that goes to cover basic needs to survive.... Or does she actually invest Serious money in my country and create jobs and wealth for Ecuador. We ecuadorians are not all naive or ignorant.... Most retirees come here to live cheap and give the country nothing in return. The investment is a joke.....

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@maryoriezambrano7690 you are obviously uneducated on economics. There are about 10,000 Expats in Azuay with most concentrated in Cuenca spending $250,000,000 a year to landlords, taxis, restaurants, Mercados, Tiendas, Entertainment, veterinarians etc which provides jobs and income to Ecuadorians. This in new money brought into Azuay added to sustain the economy of Cuenca and its people. Nobody is here taking anything for free, expats come and contribute economically and many donate to charity and volunteer. I’m not sure where your negativity comes from, most Ecuadorians that make comments are very positive and encouraging, understanding expats and tourism means jobs.

[@chrisgomez1871]

@@maryoriezambrano7690 the focus of the video is the cost of living in Cuenca not her investment portfolio, regardles passive aggressive comments only harm the image perceived by outsiers. Maybe keep that in mind If you really are worried about FDI.

[@Mexicobeanpole]

@@maryoriezambrano7690 The retirees didn’t set up the requirements. Your government did. I’m sure they did what they thought would be beneficial to the local economy. If not, they are free to change their requirements at any time.

[@gilmarc1986]

Hey, that is our Sister from Trinity Vineyard church you interviewed. His blessings to you all 🙏

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes, we knew she went to church in Cuenca.

[@pacificH2O]

Very helpful. Thank you Warren, Julie and Kay! This was my first video and I liked it very much. Does Kay have her own KZbin channel? Thank you!!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊, unfortunately she does not.

[@thesamson1091]

Wow the rent is so cheap in ecuador i 💘 love it

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It’s very affordable ♥️🇪🇨

[@marcelo1262]

So glad to know that Ecuador has to offer a good quality of life to retired people. I live in Indianapolis an soon willbe retiring.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Good luck on the future retirement. 😁

[@raiz91]

I will have Ecuador 🇪🇨 as a reference.

[@woffordwolf2071]

Not really quality of life is really low there, I've lived there for 8 months or so.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@woffordwolf2071 where were you?

[@woffordwolf2071]

@@WarrenJulieTravel Vilcabamba

[@Gustavo-wx2yo]

Lovely video, ALL YOU NEED IS ECUADOR!!!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Ecuador is a nice place.

[@estelamino6356]

THANKS great confirmation ..what about transportation..supermarket..post office. Etc...

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Most areas of Cuenca are walkable, taxis are cheap $1.50-$2.50 each way, busses and Tranvia .30. Popular as mentioned is a grocery store, and there is no mail service, DHL or Fed Ex are options.

[@Edulex1]

@@WarrenJulieTravel I recommend Laarbox (courier). They give you your mailbox in Miami and your packages are left in Ecuador at your door; and it is much cheaper than DHL or Fed Ex. The shipping cost is $ 11 per pound, but if its weight is greater the shipping cost is less. Here is the link: www.laarbox.com/preguntas

[@jacquelinecajamarca8550]

Everything is cheap. The supermarkets are very close. I am equatorian and live un Cuenca. I don't like public tranpostation. I allways use an application like Uber call. Azutaxi. 👍

[@ecuadorexpat8558]

Kay is a great example of a great Expat and Friend

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We think so also. ♥️

[@victoryvalhall9667]

You can even live in sweden in apartments and rowhouses in small places outside small towns. For 300-500 dollars for rent and usaly incl warm water, radiator heat, sometimes internet and tv are incl and if not 25-50 dollars if you must pay for it, usaly only electricity that you pay for and thats usaly 30-60 dollars. Food is about 400-500 dollars a month. Sizes on apartments are from 30-90 square meters/90-270 square feet

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It's very hard for an American to live in Sweden for more than 90 days unfortunately.

[@victoryvalhall9667]

@@WarrenJulieTravel its the same all over the world, was just speaking about prices and where

[@dvancamp6710]

Fantastic video! Did I hear "pickleball"? My wife and I will be in Cuenca in late August and will be sure to bring our paddles along! How do we get in touch with Kay for a quick pickleball game? ;-)

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Join our Facebook group to reach some of our guests and for Pickleball information.

[@dvancamp6710]

@@WarrenJulieTravel OK, I joined your FaceBook group but am not sure how to contact Kay...

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@dvancamp6710 I’ll connect you, make a comment about Pickleball to the group and I’ll ask her to respond.