The best advice I can give is to learn the language. I’m taking for my own experience my wife is gringa that speaks Spanish very well And she can get stuff done there faster than anyone at the moment she speaks to them everyone wants to talk to her and they go out of the way to help her.
Love your videos. Could you turn up the sound, just a tad? Hard to hear. Hmmpf. Just realized, I'm in St Louis. It's 30 degrees F and dropping, and I'm trying to hear you over the furnace blower...
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Your videos are great. As soon as I'm through some health issues, I'll be joining you. Looking forward to finally meeting you all...
My wife and I were on the last retreat and are now in the process of buying and designing our Vilca home. I’ll echo what Brandon said, we feel extremely lucky to have fallen into the Abundant Living rabbit hole while doing our research. I recommend anyone interested in this area do the same. On a totally unrelated point thought - there appears some serious biceptual dichotomy happening within the AB team now. Just sayin!
Hey Jerry, thanks for the positive review of our Vilcabamba Lifestyle Retreat. We were happy to have you guys here for our last one, and we look forward to seeing you back here soon. I suppose I should comment on the biceptual dichotomy comment...hahaha....that got a good laugh with the team here at ALE. Good one...now I need to start lifting weights again just to keep up. ~Ryan
What do you guys think will be the effects of the increasing economic and crime problems on the growth of expats in Vilcabamba etc ? Is political instability on the horizon because of the impeachment as well?
Thanks guys! Great perspective on the mindset and culture of the area! Looking forward to visiting soon! Any thoughts on how the violence in the Guayaquil area is being experienced in Vilcabamba and Loja? If at all? Thanks!
Hey Kelly, we have not experienced any violence here in Loja/Vilcabamba. It's really just those isolated events on the coast. We love the Ecuadorian people whom we live around in the Loja province. Whatever is being reported on by news outlets does not impact us here in the slightest.
Hey Liz, we will release the official retreat dates for 2023 here very soon. We have a preliminary retreat scheduled for June 16th-25th. However, it is not finalized...so don't book a trip based on those dates quite yet. We hope you can make it down to see us.
Great video, Gentlemen. We’re making plans to come down in June for a few weeks. Do you know off-hand if it’s cheaper to book flights through a travel agent in Ecuador than just online from here in the states? When traveling back and forth between Turkey I’ve found that to be the case. Thanks for all your team does. Keep on keepin’ on.
Hey Brian, that's great to hear. We are planning to have a retreat in June...not final dates, but we are tentatively thinking June 16th-25th. It would be neat to have you guys join us for that if it's in the cards for you. I have always used Google Flights to help me find the best airfare in traveling to EC. I'm not sure how well the travel agencies find the best rates. If you're looking for help in travel logistics, then a travel agency will be a great option. Check out this video I made on travel logistics for more info. ruclips.net/video/DUE55m7ccZ0/видео.html
In regards to the varied political views, do you mean the locals, or are you referring to the type of expats settling in Vilcambamba? And as one of those type-A folks with to do lists and longterm goals, I'm looking forward to releasing my US-ingrained workaholic tendencies! LOL Great video (and the lovely green scenery!), but I had to use earbuds in order to hear even at max volume.
Hey Marijka, thanks for your comment. We are always trying to improve our sound quality. Regarding the varied political views, we were referring to the expats. This is a great place to release those ingrained workaholic tendencies, that's for sure haha. Like we say all of the time, tranquilo!!
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Thx for the reply! One of my reasons for leaving the US is escaping the politics and extreme views, but I know people don’t turn off their beliefs (or mouths LOL) just because they change locations. Luckily I have no problem just smiling and walking away. 😆 But it will be great getting to know folks who have the courage to actually get up and go, when many others sit in place and gripe! ❤️
Ha-ha-ha 😄 for some reason, I'm sure I'll fit right in.. A few years ago, a friend of mine jokingly told me, Vilcabamba would just fit into my "way" and - what she called my "tin foyle hat".....hm.. I know for sure, Ecuador and her people will fit into my "way" or rather, they do fit in and, I just cannot wait to get to know you all - Ecuadorians, expats there and all...🤗 Thanks for sharing and, for your positivity - always 🤗🤗
Thanks for watching this episode, and we appreciate your comment. We hope you will be able to make it here one day soon...and yes, you'll fit right in.
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Thanks millions and yes, you bet I wish too, to be able to come down, sooner rather than later. As I'm very sure you know, my very old continent, is now showing us all, how she really is (as if we didn't know) and, it sure aint nice...child sex trafficking in plain sight (Maxwell-way) and all + thousands of other bizarre "happenings" and, Ecuador and you all, already feels like heaven 😊. I just spent 9 days in Palermo, Sicily, ran into other Americans who assured me, they will follow straight after me.. SO good to know there is this lovely country and people down there..💕💓💕 Have a great week...👍👍👍
I would be interested in renting. Im already retired military. Wife still works but can work remotely. You said soemthing about a retreat in june? Can i get more info. Might just come down for that by myself.
Great to hear Beau! We had a few awesome retired military participate in our March retreat. Next Vilca Lifestyle Retreat is June 16-24th. Reach out with any other questions. We’d love to see you join us! Here’s a link with more information and to sign up: www.wetravel.com/trips/june-2023-vilcabamba-lifestyle-retreat-abundant-living-retreats-vilcabamba-76674566
Not as "streamlined/" Ecuadorians lack basic organizational skills. Why not have 10 people doing a job when two or three will do? Ten or fifteen minutes late? You're being very generous.
Thanks for the great info. I have a question. Is the whole tinfoil conspiracy thing just in Vilcambamba, or is it all of Equador? Also, are these tinfoil people the Ecuadorian natives or are they Expats? We have conspiracy people on both sides of us in the States and thats what we are looking to ESCAPE from. It's hard to have a conversation when you can't agree on what "is" is Some of our friends are now too far down the rabbit hole also. An opinion isn't reality but there has to be some agreed upon reality in order to find common ground. If I'm wearing a shirt then it's a shirt. You can have an opinion on whether it's a nice shirt or an ugly shirt. I'm fine with that. The problem starts when you tell me that my shirt isn't a shirt, it's a kimono. If that's the case, I would prefer that you refrain from commenting on my "kimono" at all.
Ecuador is a very accepting/tolerant society for everything, not politically correct, but there is essentially no hatred here of any 'groups'. That being said, at least in the mountains, it is also a modest, polite, formal, reserved, conservative culture as well. Hope that helps.
I’m planning a trip to Vilcabamba, but it won’t be until late Jan early Feb! I’d love to be a part of your workshop one day. Enjoy your presentations
Hey Myla, Thanks for watching. Absolutely, feel free to reach out to us at info@abecuador.com if you have any questions, and/or would like to meet up.
One day , will be there , God willing. Thank you guys keep up the good work !
Thank you Vitaliy, much appreciated. We hope to see you here someday soon.
We are now only 10 days out from arriving there! Our family is so excited about the potential of finally finding our true home!
How cool! We look forward to being able to meet you when you come. Keep us posted..
Can you please refer me to the video where you discuss the visa attorney you recommend? Thank you.
The best advice I can give is to learn the language.
I’m taking for my own experience my wife is gringa that speaks Spanish very well
And she can get stuff done there faster than anyone at the moment she speaks to them everyone wants to talk to her and they go out of the way to help her.
That's right, it's very helpful to know Spanish when living in Vilcabamba. While it's not necessary, it is helpful. Thanks for tuning in.
Love your videos. Could you turn up the sound, just a tad? Hard to hear. Hmmpf. Just realized, I'm in St Louis. It's 30 degrees F and dropping, and I'm trying to hear you over the furnace blower...
Thank you for watching. We will continue to work on the audio. Thanks for your understanding, and I hope you're staying warm.
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Your videos are great. As soon as I'm through some health issues, I'll be joining you. Looking forward to finally meeting you all...
My wife and I were on the last retreat and are now in the process of buying and designing our Vilca home. I’ll echo what Brandon said, we feel extremely lucky to have fallen into the Abundant Living rabbit hole while doing our research. I recommend anyone interested in this area do the same. On a totally unrelated point thought - there appears some serious biceptual dichotomy happening within the AB team now. Just sayin!
Hey Jerry, thanks for the positive review of our Vilcabamba Lifestyle Retreat. We were happy to have you guys here for our last one, and we look forward to seeing you back here soon. I suppose I should comment on the biceptual dichotomy comment...hahaha....that got a good laugh with the team here at ALE. Good one...now I need to start lifting weights again just to keep up. ~Ryan
Biceptual!!!! Hilariously true!!
Thanks for the insight guys!
You bet!
What do you guys think will be the effects of the increasing economic and crime problems on the growth of expats in Vilcabamba etc ? Is political instability on the horizon because of the impeachment as well?
first !!! hello guys from thailand marc
Nice work Marc, thank you for your support.
Thanks for the info, great vid!
Thank you!
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Thanks guys! Great perspective on the mindset and culture of the area! Looking forward to visiting soon!
Any thoughts on how the violence in the Guayaquil area is being experienced in Vilcabamba and Loja? If at all?
Thanks!
Hey Kelly, we have not experienced any violence here in Loja/Vilcabamba. It's really just those isolated events on the coast. We love the Ecuadorian people whom we live around in the Loja province. Whatever is being reported on by news outlets does not impact us here in the slightest.
How many retreats do you have a year? We might be visiting Ec next June. Thanks, I enjoyed your vid. Greetings from northern Ca, USA
Hey Liz, we will release the official retreat dates for 2023 here very soon. We have a preliminary retreat scheduled for June 16th-25th. However, it is not finalized...so don't book a trip based on those dates quite yet. We hope you can make it down to see us.
@@AbundantLivingEcuador; it would be a sweet dream come true. Thanks I will be in the lookout.
Great video, Gentlemen. We’re making plans to come down in June for a few weeks. Do you know off-hand if it’s cheaper to book flights through a travel agent in Ecuador than just online from here in the states? When traveling back and forth between Turkey I’ve found that to be the case.
Thanks for all your team does. Keep on keepin’ on.
Hey Brian, that's great to hear. We are planning to have a retreat in June...not final dates, but we are tentatively thinking June 16th-25th. It would be neat to have you guys join us for that if it's in the cards for you. I have always used Google Flights to help me find the best airfare in traveling to EC. I'm not sure how well the travel agencies find the best rates. If you're looking for help in travel logistics, then a travel agency will be a great option. Check out this video I made on travel logistics for more info. ruclips.net/video/DUE55m7ccZ0/видео.html
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Love your messages. If you want an Ecuadorian perspective about your interesting topics please let me know. I'd be happy to help 🎉
Thanks so much, feel free to reach out, jesse@abecuador.com to discuss what you might like to add.
In regards to the varied political views, do you mean the locals, or are you referring to the type of expats settling in Vilcambamba? And as one of those type-A folks with to do lists and longterm goals, I'm looking forward to releasing my US-ingrained workaholic tendencies! LOL Great video (and the lovely green scenery!), but I had to use earbuds in order to hear even at max volume.
Hey Marijka, thanks for your comment. We are always trying to improve our sound quality. Regarding the varied political views, we were referring to the expats. This is a great place to release those ingrained workaholic tendencies, that's for sure haha. Like we say all of the time, tranquilo!!
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Thx for the reply! One of my reasons for leaving the US is escaping the politics and extreme views, but I know people don’t turn off their beliefs (or mouths LOL) just because they change locations. Luckily I have no problem just smiling and walking away. 😆 But it will be great getting to know folks who have the courage to actually get up and go, when many others sit in place and gripe! ❤️
Ha-ha-ha 😄 for some reason, I'm sure I'll fit right in..
A few years ago, a friend of mine jokingly told me, Vilcabamba would just fit into my "way" and - what she called my "tin foyle hat".....hm..
I know for sure, Ecuador and her people will fit into my "way" or rather, they do fit in and, I just cannot wait to get to know you all - Ecuadorians, expats there and all...🤗
Thanks for sharing and, for your positivity - always 🤗🤗
Thanks for watching this episode, and we appreciate your comment. We hope you will be able to make it here one day soon...and yes, you'll fit right in.
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Thanks millions and yes, you bet I wish too, to be able to come down, sooner rather than later.
As I'm very sure you know, my very old continent, is now showing us all, how she really is (as if we didn't know) and, it sure aint nice...child sex trafficking in plain sight (Maxwell-way) and all + thousands of other bizarre "happenings" and, Ecuador and you all, already feels like heaven 😊.
I just spent 9 days in Palermo, Sicily, ran into other Americans who assured me, they will follow straight after me..
SO good to know there is this lovely country and people down there..💕💓💕
Have a great week...👍👍👍
I would be interested in renting. Im already retired military. Wife still works but can work remotely. You said soemthing about a retreat in june? Can i get more info. Might just come down for that by myself.
Great to hear Beau! We had a few awesome retired military participate in our March retreat. Next Vilca Lifestyle Retreat is June 16-24th. Reach out with any other questions. We’d love to see you join us! Here’s a link with more information and to sign up:
www.wetravel.com/trips/june-2023-vilcabamba-lifestyle-retreat-abundant-living-retreats-vilcabamba-76674566
Not as "streamlined/" Ecuadorians lack basic organizational skills. Why not have 10 people doing a job when two or three will do? Ten or fifteen minutes late? You're being very generous.
Not only Ecuadorian are like that go to the Dominican Republic, and you'll see how things are there😅
Little by little, introduce the kids to the new lifestyle
Agreed! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for an other great video, But: I want Ryans house to be finished by now! Just kidding. Patience.
Hey Tap, thank you! Yes, building a house (and watching us build it for that matter), takes immense patience. It will be worth it though.
Thanks for the great info. I have a question. Is the whole tinfoil conspiracy thing just in Vilcambamba, or is it all of Equador? Also, are these tinfoil people the Ecuadorian natives or are they Expats? We have conspiracy people on both sides of us in the States and thats what we are looking to ESCAPE from. It's hard to have a conversation when you can't agree on what "is" is Some of our friends are now too far down the rabbit hole also. An opinion isn't reality but there has to be some agreed upon reality in order to find common ground. If I'm wearing a shirt then it's a shirt. You can have an opinion on whether it's a nice shirt or an ugly shirt. I'm fine with that. The problem starts when you tell me that my shirt isn't a shirt, it's a kimono. If that's the case, I would prefer that you refrain from commenting on my "kimono" at all.
I'd say steer clear of Vilca if you want to get away from that, other parts of Ecuador would be more suitable.
@@AbundantLivingEcuador Thank you for that bit of information. Much appreciated.
So loooong! U guys has become real Ecuadorians, talking half of video about one point only. Faster!!!!!
How's Ecuador with gay men?
Ecuador is a very accepting/tolerant society for everything, not politically correct, but there is essentially no hatred here of any 'groups'. That being said, at least in the mountains, it is also a modest, polite, formal, reserved, conservative culture as well. Hope that helps.