What should I pack when moving to Ecuador?
We asked people living in Ecuador to list three things they wish they had brought and three they wish they had left behind. They responded...
"I like to cook so I did take my professional kitchen knives with me ( in my checked luggage ) along with a well-aged, well-traveled cast iron skillet but other than those two items and a couple of items I always carry ( ie. a Leatherman Wave ) and my laptop and tablet, everything else was easily purchased here. When my wife and I furnished our home, I was amazed to find how inexpensive good quality furniture and appliances were - with some serious shopping and a bit of price haggling. Save yourself the grief and aggravation. You can buy good kitchenware here - cheaper than in the States _ even your Cuisinart, Juicer, Coffe Maker, Crock Pot, etc., etc. The few dollars difference is negligible against the price of shipping from the States," remarked another expat in Machala, Ecuador.
"Wish I'd Brought My furniture - harder than expected to find a furnished apartment Personal care products - expensive here Everyone's phone number and email address - tough to make friends here as the "upper class" society is pretty closed Wish I'd left home: Warm clothes - 90-95 on cool days here, although the sweaters come in handy when I go to Quito DVD's - pirated movies are big business here," said a member in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
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What should I pack when moving to Ecuador?
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About the Author
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.
