Life in Ecuador
An Amazing Adventure

Ecuador is a tiny South American country that is becoming very popular. Why? One reason is the amazing amount of diversity. It has even been referred to as "mega-diverse" because of its numerous cultures, climates and wildlife.

This has caused an influx of people that are visiting or have moved to Ecuador.

This website was created to show Ecuador from all angles...including the everyday reality of living in (or visiting) a foreign country. I truly love this country and all it has to offer and because of that I really enjoy sharing what I experience here with others. Learn more about me and about how I ended up in Ecuador.

The scenery is overwhelmingly beautiful!

Moving to Ecuador

Well-known magazines and websites have rated Ecuador as one of the top retirement destinations in the world due, in part, to its quiet, simple lifestyle and low cost of living. Thus, many have thought of moving here.

How do you know if life in Ecuador is right for you? I personally recommend visiting for yourself before making the move. But we can help you get an idea of what to expect.

Just about anyone will find a place they love... but be ready to spend some time looking to find the best place for you.

Cuenca, Ecuador is one of the most popular expat destinations.

Seriously considering making a move? Use our Moving Checklist to start planning.

An Ecuador Vacation

Are you looking for an adventure that's out of the ordinary? Or do you just want to relax in beautiful surroundings? You can have the best of both.

When planning your vacation make sure to get your Ecuador VIP Pass. With the pass you can enjoy discounts throughout Ecuador. Discount applies to hotels, restaurants, tour companies, and more!

Adventure trips draw people from all over the world.

World class rafting and kayaking.
Mountain climbing.
Tours that take you deep into the jungle.
And more!

Visit Ecuador's Pacific Coast...		or the Amazon Jungle.
Explore the Andes Mountains....		or the Galapagos Islands.

Beautiful beaches, tropical weather, colonial haciendas are all found here.
A quiet vacation can also be quite economical.
Come, relax and enjoy the variety of cultural experiences available.

Important Things to Know

Visiting or living in Ecuador can be an amazing experience. We want it to be 100% great! So please see to following pages that deal with health and safety issues.

Ecuador Through Your Eyes

The more I write about Ecuador, the more I realize just how much more of this country there is to see. I welcome all who have been to Ecuador to share their experience with my readers and me.

Click here to tell us about your experience or to read what others have to say.
New! Ecuador Expat Files. Hear what some who have lived in Ecuador have to say about this beautiful country.

Share your photos with us (and see many other photos of Ecuador)! Enter your photo in our Photo Contest and be eligible for a special prize.

Here are some entries from previous rounds of our Photo Contest:

Keep in Touch

You can keep up to date with Life-in-Ecuador.com, as I explore the country and write about it, in the following ways:

Sign up for my newsletter. Read about any special adventure I've had and the pages that have been recently added to the site. Also see our Photo Contest winner and any new real estate listings.
Subscribe to my blog with your favorite RSS feed.
Check out Life-in-Ecuador on Facebook. Add your comments and photos of Ecuador.
Follow me on Pinterest for more photos of Ecuador from my site and other places on the web.
We're also on Instagram!

I hope you enjoy Ecuador as much as I do! If you have a specific question or a comment about Ecuador or this website please feel free to contact me.

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