Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 12 hours ago
What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Ecuador (Plus: Free Ultimate Checklist!)
Hey folks,
Today’s video is a follow-up to yesterday’s chat about the expat who came to Ecuador, stayed for two months, and decided it wasn’t for her. After hearing some strong opinions from viewers, I felt the need to speak up—and clarify a few things.
More importantly, I’ve created something that I wish I had before I moved here: The Ultimate Moving to Ecuador Checklist. It covers everything from financial prep and housing to tech tips, insurance, what to bring, and what to leave behind. I’m offering it 100% free via Google Docs—just click the link below and check it out.
Also, I’d love your input. If you think I missed anything, let me know in the comments and I’ll revise the list. This channel is all about helping each other out!
📝 Here’s what I cover in this video:
• My free Ultimate Moving to Ecuador Checklist
• The backlash from my last video (and my honest thoughts)
• Content ideas I’m thinking of filming soon—tell me what you want!
• A reminder to be kind to folks whose journey looks different than yours
👇 Links to the checklists:
📋 Moving to Ecuador Checklist: docs.google.com/document/d/1ySNcEa6_ffaKutXgMdlhdwAoD46lkwqKvd_H7DlEYGY/edit?usp=sharing
💡 Content Ideas Feedback Sheet: docs.google.com/document/d/1-3UByovRb3iQauDMhwqg7QWR37vbnVUM-MDqW37BfXQ/edit?usp=sharing
#MoveToEcuador
#EcuadorExpat
#RetireAbroad
#EcuadorTips
#ExpatLife
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
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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What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Ecuador (Plus: Free Ultimate Checklist!)
Hey folks,
Today’s video is a follow-up to yesterday’s chat about the expat who came to Ecuador, stayed for two months, and decided it wasn’t for her. After hearing some strong opinions from viewers, I felt the need to speak up—and clarify a few things.
More importantly, I’ve created something that I wish I had before I moved here: The Ultimate Moving to Ecuador Checklist. It covers everything from financial prep and housing to tech tips, insurance, what to bring, and what to leave behind. I’m offering it 100% free via Google Docs—just click the link below and check it out.
Also, I’d love your input. If you think I missed anything, let me know in the comments and I’ll revise the list. This channel is all about helping each other out!
📝 Here’s what I cover in this video:
• My free Ultimate Moving to Ecuador Checklist
• The backlash from my last video (and my honest thoughts)
• Content ideas I’m thinking of filming soon—tell me what you want!
• A reminder to be kind to folks whose journey looks different than yours
👇 Links to the checklists:
📋 Moving to Ecuador Checklist: docs.google.com/document/d/1ySNcEa6_ffaKutXgMdlhdwAoD46lkwqKvd_H7DlEYGY/edit?usp=sharing
💡 Content Ideas Feedback Sheet: docs.google.com/document/d/1-3UByovRb3iQauDMhwqg7QWR37vbnVUM-MDqW37BfXQ/edit?usp=sharing
#MoveToEcuador
#EcuadorExpat
#RetireAbroad
#EcuadorTips
#ExpatLife
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
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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