Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
Are you considering moving to Ecuador? In this video, I share 10 things that North Americans and expats in general should not expect when they come to Ecuador. From operating on "Manana time" to the lack of U.S.-style customer service and driving challenges, I give you a realistic view of what life is like without the rose-colored glasses. Discover why you shouldn't expect
American level customer service or perfect infrastructure in Ecuador, and why your U.S. credit card might not work everywhere. Learn about the healthcare system, community integration, and cultural differences that you should be prepared for when making the move to Ecuador. Watch this video to adjust your expectations and get valuable insights into what life in Ecuador is really like.
Links to know:
Facebook - Manta and Manabi Expats and Amigos - facebook.com/groups/323275021650751
My Channel Video Index - docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-f4Wv3uBMulCX9OK6oNqS5a9wrS84cbUBYXzoq24JNA/edit?usp=sharing
My Google Docs document of useful information
docs.google.com/document/d/1ArNRtsdqfleE1-l9r1yKrh-XyzksSIwj0MMyb09L0ro/edit?usp=sharing
My checklist for moving to Ecuador - docs.google.com/document/d/1ySNcEa6_ffaKutXgMdlhdwAoD46lkwqKvd_H7DlEYGY/edit?usp=sharing
Remember this folks.
A country might look good on paper, or on a YouTube video, but what about the “Chemistry” between you, the individual and the country and culture as a whole?
This is something we can’t know in advance. We can only make our move, dive in and test the waters…….and see how it goes.
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#lifeinecuador #expatlife #MovingToEcuador #cultureshock
Are you considering moving to Ecuador? In this video, I share 10 things that North Americans and expats in general should not expect when they come to Ecuador. From operating on "Manana time" to the lack of U.S.-style customer service and driving challenges, I give you a realistic view of what life is like without the rose-colored glasses. Discover why you shouldn't expect
American level customer service or perfect infrastructure in Ecuador, and why your U.S. credit card might not work everywhere. Learn about the healthcare system, community integration, and cultural differences that you should be prepared for when making the move to Ecuador. Watch this video to adjust your expectations and get valuable insights into what life in Ecuador is really like.
Links to know:
Facebook - Manta and Manabi Expats and Amigos - facebook.com/groups/323275021650751
My Channel Video Index - docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-f4Wv3uBMulCX9OK6oNqS5a9wrS84cbUBYXzoq24JNA/edit?usp=sharing
My Google Docs document of useful information
docs.google.com/document/d/1ArNRtsdqfleE1-l9r1yKrh-XyzksSIwj0MMyb09L0ro/edit?usp=sharing
My checklist for moving to Ecuador - docs.google.com/document/d/1ySNcEa6_ffaKutXgMdlhdwAoD46lkwqKvd_H7DlEYGY/edit?usp=sharing
Remember this folks.
A country might look good on paper, or on a YouTube video, but what about the “Chemistry” between you, the individual and the country and culture as a whole?
This is something we can’t know in advance. We can only make our move, dive in and test the waters…….and see how it goes.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
#lifeinecuador #expatlife #MovingToEcuador #cultureshock
