Uploaded August 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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We SLASHED more than $1200 from our monthly budget by moving abroad and ditching our cars.
Unfortunately, the United States is built around cars and individual transportation. It's next to impossible to get around without your own vehicle.
However, in most other countries, cities are designed to be walkable and bikeable, while public transportation is very efficient, affordable and widespread.
We've lived in Ecuador for 5 years and still don't own a car. We don't miss it and don't plan to buy one.
We walk most places, which helped us lose weight after we left the US, and it continues to help us stay in better shape.
After just 3 weeks in the US, we've both gained 5 pounds from not walking and eating out more because we spend too much time in the car and don't have time to cook.
In Ecuador, when we can't walk, we use public transportation, call a cab or hire a private driver.
We just don't need a car in Ecuador, and the personal and financial benefits are tremendous!
If you would an introduction to our private drivers, tell us more here (it's a free service): liveabroadnow.com/referrals/ecuador-private-driver-referral
Are you planning a move to Ecuador? We created the Ecuador Expat Fast Track eCourse to make your move abroad as easy and painless as possible. It has 63 videos with tons of written content that will walk you through every step from A-to-Z. We even have a downloadable move abroad checklist and a city comparison matrix that will help you choose the perfect location based on what's important to you. Read what our past students had to say and sign-up here: liveabroadnow.com/course
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Our AMAZING Unconventional Supporters:
Maité Duran
Gail H.
Joe Stratton
Jose and Alexandra Rivera
Leif Brogren
Maureen Kelly
Jennifer Hughes
Deborah Linton
Susan & Rick Joyce
Trevor McGuire
Bliss Mitton
Leigh and Carlos
Juliette
DISCLAIMER: This video is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute consulting or advice including, but not limited to, visas, tax, medical, or financial advice. Please consult immigration attorneys, tax professionals, medical professionals and financial advisors for current information.
We are not responsible or liable for your use of the information contained in our videos, articles or linked from our web pages. We do our best to provide timely and accurate information. However, news, laws, guidelines, rules, regulations, etc. are often open to interpretation, change frequently, and sometimes we make mistakes. You must do your own research and consult professionals who familiar with your unique situation before making any travel or moving plans.
#ameliaandjp #ecuador #expats
Join the Inner Circle and get 2 months FREE on the annual plan! See ALL the member benefits here: patreon.com/ameliaandjp
We SLASHED more than $1200 from our monthly budget by moving abroad and ditching our cars.
Unfortunately, the United States is built around cars and individual transportation. It's next to impossible to get around without your own vehicle.
However, in most other countries, cities are designed to be walkable and bikeable, while public transportation is very efficient, affordable and widespread.
We've lived in Ecuador for 5 years and still don't own a car. We don't miss it and don't plan to buy one.
We walk most places, which helped us lose weight after we left the US, and it continues to help us stay in better shape.
After just 3 weeks in the US, we've both gained 5 pounds from not walking and eating out more because we spend too much time in the car and don't have time to cook.
In Ecuador, when we can't walk, we use public transportation, call a cab or hire a private driver.
We just don't need a car in Ecuador, and the personal and financial benefits are tremendous!
If you would an introduction to our private drivers, tell us more here (it's a free service): liveabroadnow.com/referrals/ecuador-private-driver-referral
Are you planning a move to Ecuador? We created the Ecuador Expat Fast Track eCourse to make your move abroad as easy and painless as possible. It has 63 videos with tons of written content that will walk you through every step from A-to-Z. We even have a downloadable move abroad checklist and a city comparison matrix that will help you choose the perfect location based on what's important to you. Read what our past students had to say and sign-up here: liveabroadnow.com/course
We offset our carbon footprint from life and travel by donating to Wren, which funds carbon removal, carbon offsets, climate policy, and nature conservation. Calculate your footprint & join us here: wren.co/join/ameliaandjp
Our AMAZING Unconventional Supporters:
Maité Duran
Gail H.
Joe Stratton
Jose and Alexandra Rivera
Leif Brogren
Maureen Kelly
Jennifer Hughes
Deborah Linton
Susan & Rick Joyce
Trevor McGuire
Bliss Mitton
Leigh and Carlos
Juliette
DISCLAIMER: This video is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute consulting or advice including, but not limited to, visas, tax, medical, or financial advice. Please consult immigration attorneys, tax professionals, medical professionals and financial advisors for current information.
We are not responsible or liable for your use of the information contained in our videos, articles or linked from our web pages. We do our best to provide timely and accurate information. However, news, laws, guidelines, rules, regulations, etc. are often open to interpretation, change frequently, and sometimes we make mistakes. You must do your own research and consult professionals who familiar with your unique situation before making any travel or moving plans.
#ameliaandjp #ecuador #expats
