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Cold Canadians need warm coastal location with white sand in Ecuador

12 years ago
My wife (who hates the cold) and I want to move with our 17 year old and 12 year old sons to a warm location. We visited Manta and Quito. Quito was too cold at night. The climate seemed good in Manta, but I was disappointed in the brown sand. It just didn't seem tropical. We need to be near an urban center with schools and things and conveniences to keep the boys happy. A quiet, small village will not 'cut-it'. I suspect that Salinas is too small ???? Salinas might also be more expensive. We plan to rent for a year before purchasing. We are open to other locations. Is it safe to visit in Manta, and travel up and down the coast? Our Spanish is not very good. Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks

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