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We asked retirees what it is like retiring in Ecuador. They said...

"I am in an area (Valle de los Chillos) outside of Quito and I don't know if there are expat activities because I have integrated so we go to regular activities with the locals. Not everyone is interested in being in a location with lots of expats. "Communities" are like families. You may find people you enjoy but are also likely to find people that you have nothing else in common with or that are irritating to you. Please have a good think about your social likes and dislikes and factor that into your decisions on where to live. Not sure for most people if the social aspect should be the major part of the decision but to each his own. The locals are typically at least curious if not downright welcoming. Please feel free to enter a community that does not have a lot of expat activities if that is your thing. Also there may be people like me there that are ready to be friends without all the scheduling and organizing. If you decide to do that, please rent for an extended period in the area you are considering to be sure you are ok without the support group," wrote a member who made the move to Quito, Ecuador.

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"Many expat activities in Cuenca and great affordable restaurants. Beautiful scenery and lots of great places to visit in the Andes and the beaches," explained one expat living in Cuenca, Ecuador.

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Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.

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