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AlienOnTheRun
Joined 2013
Posts: 47

If you’re gay in Ecuador

11 years ago

I just posted an inquiry at

http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?frmid=658&tpcid=3377791

However, in this thread, I’d like to know as a gay person, how do you like your life there? Do gays have to be in the closet, or can they be open about it? My guess is maybe somewhere in between, but it’s just a guess.

I’m not the social butterfly type, but would like to have a gay social life to a certain extent. In the US, I met most gay friends in the gyms that I go to regularly. I wonder how many gyms there are in the country / city you live in. Are there any gym chains there?

How big is the gay community there?

I tend to enjoy life more if living in a city that has an upbeat vibe, but not crazy. However, I also love nature, like oceans and mountains either in the urban, suburban, or rural areas. If there are cities that can conveniently accommodate the beauty of both city life and nature, that will be ideal.

Are there any “gay neighborhood(s)” in your city? Would you recommend gay newcomers live there?

Most importantly, as a gay person, do feel happy living in this country / city?

Thank you.

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