GringoTree Survey: Cost of Living January 2013 We received 282 responses and hundreds of specific and general comments. Thanks, as always, to everyone who took the time. Not all respondents answered all questions, which skews the percentages a little. Of the 282, 240 respondents are from Cuenca. Vilcabamba and the coast logged 6 each, Quito 5, Salinas 4, Loja 3,… Read More
Category Archives: Links/Info
New Quito Airport (Accommodations)
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Expat Demographics (Gringtree Survey)
Thanks to Gringo Tree ————————– GringoTree Survey #4: Expat Demographics February 1, 2013 This is a simple 13-question survey, completed by 661 respondents, of whom 301 (45%) are current expats and 360 (55%) are prospective expats. Of the prospective expats, 86 plan to move within six months, 99 within 12 months, 105 within two years, 59 in more than two… Read More
Otavalo/Cotacachi area – Things to see
Otavalo crafts market – One of the largest indigenous crafts markets in the world. Also one of Ecuador’s biggest tourist attractions. The best days to visit the market are Wednesdays and Saturdays. Saturday is the biggest day with the most vendors. Cuicocha (Guinea Pig Lake). Volcanic lake about a 15-20 minute drive from Cotacachi. A taxi could take you there.… Read More
Hotels/Hostels (Mindo)
Dragonfly Inn http://www.dragonflyinn-mindo.com/ El Descanso hostal http://www.eldescanso.net/ El Septimo Paraiso Hotel http://www.septimoparaiso.com/ La Casa del Camino http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g609138-d2212920-Reviews-La_Casa_del_Camino_Mindo-Mindo_Pichincha_Province.html Sachatamia Lodge http://www.sachatamia.com/ Mindo Gardens http://www.mindogardens.com/ Cabañas Bambu http://www.hotelbambuecuador.com/pages/mindo.html El Abrazo del Árbol http://www.elabrazodelarbol.com/
Dr. Anthony Guillen (Cuenca)
Ryan Baldwin Just wanted to give a shout out to a Doctor I used recently here in Cuenca, treated me really well and speaks great English. Dr. Anthony Guillen located on Remigio Crespo y Las Americas, on the floor above the Farmacia Economica office number 101. His phone number is 0995398105 and email is dr_aguillen@yahoo.com .
Hotel Patio Andaluz (Quito)
Hotel Patio Andaluz. Charming and elegant – fabulous staff! Not inexpensive but at least worth a stay once (if you look you can find good rates off season). Hotel can arrange airport transfers for you. Great location to check out the Historic Center (walking distance). http://www.hotelpatioandaluz.com/Ecuador-Quito-Hotel-Situated-Old-Historic-Center-Quito-Hotel-Boutique-Quito.html
Hotel Boutique Plaza Sucre (Quito)
Hotel Boutique Plaza Sucre. Lovely & charming, friendly staff that speak english. Located in the heart of Quito’s historic centre. Beautiful art work on display (for sale) through out the hotel. Fabulous breakfast (eggs made to order). Great price! Hotel can arrange airport transfers for you. http://www.hotel-plaza-sucre.com/
Rancho Santa Fe (Cotacachi)
Rancho Santa Fe. A resort/convention center near outskirts of town. Don’t know if it’s still open. The website is still up. http://ranchosantafehotell.com/home.html
Tierra del Sol (Cotacachi)
Tierra del Sol (Land of the Sun). This is Gary Scott’s place. It’s right near the center of town. Food there is awful. http://www.hoteltierradelsollandofsun.amawebs.com/