Geo_mcg
American expat in Peru
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4
About me
American
Lives in Miraflores (Lima)
Registration: 31 December 2013
Activity
Started my process by BobH
After months of talking about it here and elsewhere, I finally got going on my move to Ecuador yesterday, by taking a train to downtown Chicago to visit the Ecuadorian consulate. Most of what I was told was in line with what I already knew. I was ...
Anyone have any idea how it works for members of the Andean Community? With my Peruvian citizenship, I know I get 6 months, no questions asked. How does a longer stay work? Border hop? Read More
Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
Mike: To give you an idea: In 2009, we paid $60k for a three bedroom, 130 square meter apartment in a good area in Miraflores. Apartment is now, based on market estimation, valued at $205,000. Rents in same building have gone from $400 a month to ... Read More
Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
Thanks everyone. One of the reasons that we are looking for a change is that Lima has gotten so over priced and Ecuador (where we have been visiting for the last two weeks), is way cheaper for the same quality of life. Thanks as well for the serious ... Read More
Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
Happy New Years Everyone!! Also curious about where to live in Ecuador, and more importantly, where in Quito. As some background, I am looking for a change as I have lived the last eight years in Peru. Am in my late 30's, have my own business, etc ... Read More