Manta Ecuador: NOT what we EXPECTED (from this POPULAR EXPAT CITY)
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- Опубликовано: 9 дек 2020
- Amelia and JP VLOG 234: We FINALLY went to Manta Ecuador and filmed it for this week's video! Yay!!!
We were REALLY impressed with Manta and we're already planning our next trip back to film more of the city. It is one of the fastest growing cities in Ecuador, and it's very popular with expats. If you want to live by the beach, but you prefer a modern city with all the amenities, this might be the perfect spot for you.
Having been to several coastal cities in Ecuador, Manta was not what we expected. It's somewhat of a hybrid between the large, commercial city of Guayaquil, and the smaller coastal city of La Libertad. Based on our first impression, it seems to have the best of both worlds!
Huge thanks to our new friends, Ryan and Tiffany from Ecuador Shores Realty (www.ecuadorshoresrealty.com/) and Hotel Oro Verde (www.oroverdemanta.com/) for making our first trip to Manta so memorable!
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All I wanted to say is : YOU GUYS KICK ASS!!! I am so envious of your life TOGETHER. It is a beautiful thing. You guys need to know this... your relationship is what makes it work!!! GOOD LUCK TO YOU BOTH !!!
My parents are from Manta. I like watching your informing videos. Makes me feel more connected to my Ecuadorian roots!
Wow good to know pretty. We're living at the moment? I'm from Ecuador.
@@felix9846 I'm from the US, in CT
@@stopthecap4317 good to know. I'm in Illinois, Chicago would be nice to talk more sometime..
we have family in Manta also we visit often every year love it there
I've learned so much about Ecuador since finding your videos. And watching the two of you interact together is half the fun. You look like you're as much in love as the day you were married. So Sweet, both of you, and Ecuador!
We are very happy together and very happy here in Ecuador!
Thank you for talking about wheelchair access. I'm a retired dual citizen, soon to be an expat, who uses a wheelchair. I always check out the wheelchair access on RUclips videos and it was great to hear the topic mentioned. Thank you.
You won't have any problems driving around here sir. I must say the wheelchair access was not popular back in the 90s here but now I see it just about everywhere
Ecuador is very friendly towards wheelchairs nowadays, It is required by law at all public works and most if not all businesses :)
I used to spend my summers in n Manta during my teenage years. The seafood there is to die for. The ceviches are some of the best you will ever taste.
As Manta’s born and raised citizen, let me give you guys our warm welcome. I am very proud of everything you say in your video and it makes me happy that you enjoyed your visit here. Please come back anytime!
I can’t wait to move to the beautiful country with the nice weather e everything looks good 👍👍👍
Hello, it looks good but never judge a Book by it cover, its still dangerous here and I live in Naranjal and lots of stealing here , be very careful
@@josefloracosta9942 😂😂😂 compared to the US? Okay
In addition to Jose's comment don't forget the overcast skies and the sand fleas.
Thanks for the video. We visited Manta just before covid and are considering moving there. Looking forward to your Manta Video Part II ! Don't forget a trip to the fish market its a lot of fun. Ryan and Tiffany are THE BEST! So gracious and knowledgeable.
Nice shots of the city as well as the editing and choice of music, guys! Manta looks so beautiful, clean and fun. I’m Ecuadorian but I’ve never visited there. Keep up the great work with these videos and continue to enjoy my native country. Greetings from NYC!
Oh thanks for the comment. You should visit your homeland sometime I'm from here..
Great first video of Manta and glad you both enjoyed your weekend trip! We are looking forward to seeing you on your next trip and showcasing even more! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
My wife and I are looking forward to coming down in the next couple of years to scope out some locations for retirement. Definitely coastal. Manta is on the list, but below Salinas and the towns closer to Salinas. Manta looks like a must see on our trip, though. Big fan. Stay healthy!
Be prepared to learn THIS culture and this language.
My gringo neighbors think they still live in the US and tried to HOA my neighborhood.
Please leave the USA behind if you come here.
WIise advise.
It is so true that many gringos come here to live, don't learn much Spanish, some even brag about staying monolingual, and integrate and contribute little to the Ecuadorian culture.
Hahaha.. I appreciate you saying that.
A Puerto Rico vinieron los estadounidenses en el 1898, y no fue con besos y abrazos que se apoderaron del país. Hubo resistencia a que el Inglés fuera el idioma oficial y aquí estamos con una mezcla de ambas culturas e idiomas. Hablamos espanglish y adoptamos un sin fin de costumbres. Unas buenas, y otras no tanto. Tanto antes como ahora,legalmente les pertenecemos, pero no somos parte de ellos. Algo que muchos quieren y otros no. En mi opinión, todo lo que se haga con consideración y respeto es bienvenido, pero cuandoel sistema maltrata no se le debe aplaudir.
Someone tried to create a HOA in your neighborhood?? Ye gods. HOA are a poison. They ought to be made illegal, not exported.
Glad you finally got to go. Can't wait for your next trip. Ryan and Tiffany are great people.
Great video! You always make me smile... tough day at work today and I needed a nice little get-a-way! Thank you!
Great vid guys. Next time you visit Manta I would suggest to visit a "Super Tranquilo" place called San Lorenzo, which is 30 minutes by car. There is a good pop up restaurant called "Muya" (They will be open again in January) They could probably tailor a specialty menu for you, and the food is great, everything slow cooked in a wooden stove, but with a gourmet flavour. San Lorenzo has a 2 station "Mirador", and it is also a preferred sea turtle spawning ground. Just before you get to San Lorenzo, there is a beautiful "Natural Reserve" called Pacoche, you could do some trekking in the misty mountains. I really enjoy how relaxing and comforting your videos are. Be well.
So happy you are exploring Manta! In a decade or so I'm planning on starting my expat life in Ecuador and Manta will be my first stop. I haven't seen much content on that city so I'm excited it's part of your rotation now.
Super excited that you finally went to my hometown. Glad you liked it. I haven’t been there since 2005, lots of changes. Thank you for this video .
love it, thank you so much for sharing my city with the world. Take care guys..!
Another great city in this incredible country, I cannot wait to visit it , Thanks for the video keep up the good work
Great video guys! I've been waiting for your take on Manta for quite a while...I knew you'd get there. LOL I've been following the real-estate there and have seen some beautiful condos and ocean front properties, but your video shows more of the city's infrastructure and amenities... looking forward to Part 2 where the restrictions may be lowered and anxious to see if it is always that windy or you just caught an exceptional weekend. Thanks!!
Most of the time is windy because of the sea, but at the same time 90% of the time there is so much sun and it gets really hot
I loved the music you chose to accompany this video and I hope to hear more music like it‼️ Thank you for the information‼️
Thanks for the tour. Giving us good insights on how Manta is.
¡Manta es maravillosa!
Muchas gracias por las vistas.
Saludos cordiales
Enjoyed the video, loved the music. As always great job and thank you both.
Glad you enjoyed it
Manta is definitely wonderful! . The best memories of my childhood are in that beautiful town 😍. Thank you for sharing.
Amelia, I hope you knee is feeling much better. Are you doing some kind of therapy?
You guys are great!, owsome video 👍
The knee is much better, thanks!
As usual a great video, and the music was just wonderful. I watch all your videos in between studying Spanish. Stay safe!
Greetings from E. Euro. Dead of winter here now and you folks are killing me with your videos of the beautiful warm weather. But I forgive you.
Good for Ecuador on being so responsible.
Hello JP and Amelia!! I follow about 7 or 8 different channels on RUclips and about a week ago your channel came up out of the blue. The good news, I believe, is that both of you have what it takes to be successful on RUclips. While I'm not interested in moving to Ecuador, it is very interesting to see your journey and your life's adventure. The channels I watch on RUclips are all fairly different (Shawn James My Self Reliance, Wonderhussey, Nate and Kate, Sailing La Vagabond), but the common thread that runs in all of them is that the people are interesting. I call them TV people because the camera likes you guys. That's really about 90% of the battle. So it's fun to follow you and see what you are up to. I think the drone footage that you have added is really great, it's nice to see a birds eye view of the places you visit. I love your totally quirky opening, "Ole, unconventionals". It makes me smile every time. I think that needs to be on a t-shirt. I think it would be fun to hear you both speak in Spanish to each other for about a minute or so (with English subtitles) to see what you sound like in Spanish. I think your journey in Ecuador is filled with potential. Glad I found your channel.
Thank you for showing the world how wonderful my country is! 👏
Wow, Manta has changed a lot!!!! It looks nice, clean and modern. Thanks for sharing.
So nice guys thank you for sharing. Manta sounds amazing. Cousins are there right now At the beach. Having the most elegant sushi I have ever seen in a restaurant called Maido. Enjoy friends please be safe.
I really enjoy watching your videos. Ecuador looks like an amazingly beautiful country. I think it is awesome that you could move to a new country and spend your lives outside of work exploring it. I would love to visit the country someday, but I don't think I'll ever get the chance, so I spend time exploring it with you. Thank you for so many fun and informative videos!
Always find your videos interesting & helpful! Thanks.
This was a great video. Very pretty town, can't wait until your next visit there. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great information about Manta. I love going there for summer time. Keep it up guys I enjoy watching your videos.
Thanks for watching!
I'm absolutely surprised. Have been to Manta some years (ok, decades) ago and it has changed so much! Looks very good. I'm lookiing forward to try it out next time we go to Ecuador.
Hey! I Just discovered your channel. You guys are amazing♥
You all are always very welcome to Ecuador!
Another great video guys! We’ve always been intrigued by Manta, hope to make it there in the near future. Surprising to see how narrow the beach was, much different than the wide, never-ending beaches of Olón and Montañita. Nice to see how walkable the city is though, we could put our stroller to good use there! Also, if you’re ever in the Salinas area there’s a great Indian restaurant called Little India. Saludos!
Hola! We didn't know about Little India in Salinas, thanks!
Hey Amelia & JP, great video! It was cool seeing your perspective on Manta. I moved here 3 months ago and also make videos on RUclips. Let me know next time y’all come! ☺️✨
Thank you very much for this approach of Manta. Now waiting for your next exploration of the city.
Thank you for such beautiful review of Manta. I felt I was walking the streets (being from Manta, made me nostalgic).
Qué lindo, gracias a Dios, es bueno saber que hay extranjeros que aman mi Manta querida💟💚🌷💕💜😍
This video makes me so excited. We have an apartment for three months in Manta beginning in April. Looking forward to checking out the area. Thanks Amelia and JP!
Just beautiful 😍 never expected to be so developed! Ecuadorians did a good job on this city! Looking forward to see it soon
Por eso la gente de Manta ama y valora al ex presidente Rafael Correa, porque los adelantos e infraestructura moderna y eficaz es obra de él.
@@jackier.6036wonderful 😊🌸
GOD BLESS YOU BOTH!!....J.P. AND AMELIA!!.....DIOS LOS BENDIGA!
I visit my wife's family every year in Manta. We used to stay at the Oro Verde too but found for us the Balandra hotel is more of a fit for us. It is closer to the Mall Del Pacifico than the Oro Verde if you can believe that!
Nice video! I see your editing skills improving. Also, very nice camera work!
Lindo Manta... Gracias amigos por promocionar positivamente mi pais... Es hermoso, diverso y dice todo la gente que la habita es generosa y buena....
You guys are great! I live close by the beach and go there from time to time. So sad I could not see you there. Thank you for letting foreigners know how beautiful Manta can be. I'd recommend you visit the shipyard which should be up to 15-20 min from the park you visited. Also rural areas like San Mateo, los frailes and Pacoche are nice spots to check. Hope you guys can come soon and enjoy more of the city!
We were there a few years ago and then a couple years ago and noticed they really did a lot of work to the city. Rosds, clean up, electrical systems. We also made it to Galapaos for a week, that was great.
I lived in Manta for a few months in 1998. One of the best climates in Ecuador, though admittedly I was there for the Dry Season. A breezy 70-80 degrees every single day - gorgeous weather. Just prior to my moving there Manta was EVISCERATED by the El Nino storms in 1997 that took a terrible toll on a lot of the smaller towns and provinces in Ecuador along La Costa (The Coastal region) - houses had been washed away by floodwaters, or buried in massive mudslides, with families sleeping in them in the middle of the night. Horrific. They just didn't have the flood control at the time to deal with the volume of water unleashed by those storms, but they seemed to have learned the lesson by the time I was there.
When you go back be sure to visit the Panama Hat shops in Montecristi, just about 30 minutes East of Manta on the way to Portoviejo. They still made them by hand when I visited, and there's a popular Cathedral there where "La Virgen de Montecristi" is housed, at the foot of an impressive mountain of the same name, visible for 50 miles in all directions (one can hike it if one chooses).
The Encebollado in the Manabi province is DELICIOUS. I also lived in Chone for a few months and visited Portoviejo, San Vicente, Canoa, Calceta, and Bahia de Caraquez often - beautiful little towns at that time, undeveloped for the most part, like going back in time. Don't know about now...? Ecuador was much more undeveloped when I lived there in the late 90s - horrible roads. It took 6+ hours in a rough bus ride to travel what should take an hour or two on a normal US Interstate. When Rafael Correa was elected one of the good things he did for the country was build solid highways that didn't exist before - reinforced concrete roads with proper drainage that could withstand their Wet Season. It was much easier to get around when I went back in 2009 for a few weeks.
You're living in Olon, somewhat close to another town I also lived in for a few months, Playas de Villamil (or just "Playas"), and visited Salinas, Ballenita, La Libertad often. There was a fascinating Museum/Restaurant in Ballenita called "El Farallon Dillon" that was opened by a retired Sea Captain with tons of Sailing memorabilia that's fun and fascinating. Don't know if it's still there but if so, you'd enjoy it for sure. Very Unique spot.
I'm a blowhard, I'll stop now!
GREAT content once again. Playing catch-up but content is priceless.
Love it! So looking forward to my 2021 visit!!!
I am amazed about your good opinions of Manta, it makes me realize that my City is a very good place to live. I am glad you are happy living here. I hope I can meet you around.
Hey JP, nice filming! Your production quality is impressive.
Wow, thank you!
Agree!
Loved the music and the whole video! Muchas gracias!
Enjoyed this video very much! My parents are from Montecristi which is very close to Manta (15-20min) car ride. Would always go as a kid and teenager yrs. Always loved it and so happy how it continues to grow. Hope this pandemic is over soon so we can go back to visit soon.
Thanks JP, and Amelia.... incredible city of Manta tour
Great music! Love the pairing of the music and the scenes of the city.
The song "You and I can weather any storm", it seems like everyone on RUclips uses it and I am falling in love with it. It's really quite a good song.
Great video you two. Yes Manta is beautiful. Next time you get close come visit our town of Crucita just a touch north. Love to have you. Keep up the great work, be safe
you need to try CORVICHES..you cannot stop by Manta and not eat at least one. great video.
Maybe they can ask Rebeca from BhaktiFood where to find vegan corviches
Hi, Amelia and J.P
Great Manta. Thanks.
In your next visit try go Puerto López you will love the view and all the nature. Also try local food and in the cool season it is windy
Me encanta lo que irradian, uds son bendecidos. Viven en un gran lugar para lo que es hoy el mundo.
Soy vecino, vivo en Colombia, aunque soy argentino.
Hola from Colorado Springs (and a fellow Jayhawk, RCJH!). I recently came across your channel and website; you guys are a wealth of info! I wish you had twins in Argentina, as I'm considering retiring there as well. Appreciate your videos!
I've had Manta in my sights for quite sometime. An American friend of mine owns a construction company there called Ecuadorian Costal Properties which has been operational since 2006. He has kept me abreast of the ins and outs of living in Ecuador as well as the real estate scene. Though I've never been to Ecuador , I do plan on visiting, once the pandemic is under wraps. Here in the states it is next to impossible to own beachfront property unless one is very well to do. Ecuador seems to be a viable option. If I like the vibes, it will be where I'll settle. While I plan on establishing residency, living there will be on a part time basis only. Thank you both for another awesome video ☺
Hello Jp and Amalia, I'm happy to see you are continuing your fun journey in my birth country of Ecuador, I'm enjoying your videos and the favorable remarks and comments about my other PARADISE
Thank you! 😃
If you want to come visit, you can research hotels like Oro Verde, which, as Amelia and JP said, have 5 stars, Marriot, Hilton, Winham or resorts like Decameron, or Hillary, apart from national chains, and are truly spectacular and of great comfort. .
Everything you need is Manta ❤ It will always be a pleasure to receive new tourists and stay here in my beautiful city 🌴🌊😎👣😘
Thanks for being so welcoming!
Hello Amelia And JP,
Thank you for this Manta video. Overcast and windy! I like it! I also like that the city takes it's responsibility to keep the streets clean seriously.
Unfortunately, here in L.A., with reduced city services due to the never-ending pandemic, the streets are full of trash, abandoned cars, homeless tent encampments, graffiti everywhere. Just a terrible environment.
It's good to see your current scenes of a well kept city. In Manta, Ecuador!
Have a Merry Christmas in toned down Ecuador. Buy your liquor early, appears to be the word.
Cheers!
---Eddy from L.A.
FYI, cycling is a prominent and growing sport in Ecuador. In 2019, Ecuadorian Richard Carapaz became the first rider from the country to win the highly prestigious Giro d'Italia (Tour of Italy) and finished 2nd in the 2020 Vuelta d'Espagna (Tour of Spain). This would be the equivalent of your local college team winning the Rose Bowl, and makes Carapaz one of the most famous Ecuadorian sportsmen. I noticed a graffito of his name in your video. A number of years ago (80s, sigh), I rode with Mario Pons, one of Ecuador's pioneering riders (first Olympian in Cycling I believe), and watched one night at the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center velodrome as he put up the world's 3rd fastest time ever in the kilometer event. Mario was a very charming and entertaining fellow and a great ambassador for his country.
Cool, thanks for sharing!
Gracias Amelia & JP, Excellent video! Me and my wife are moving to manta this year.
That is exciting, congrats!
Awesome video, superb music selection!
Thanks!
Love all your videos 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽, and the music too!
They have a awesome fish market every morning on the beach.
Best shrimp ever and had it cooked right next to the market for 2 dollars.
12 more days and I'm coming down. From Quito going to b..line for montecriste. They said no cross country travel on the 24th 25th, 30th, 1st
Should stop by Los Frailes on your way home. You won't be disappointed
Do you think you can still avoid vaccines? I wish I could just drop everything and go too - permanently. I can 't take the (Canadian) winter.
Dios les bendiga siempre y disfruten de una buena salud!! ❤
Nice video about Manta I recommend you go to the Machalilla park, I recommend you take the drone, it is very beautiful, preferably go on a sunny day, it is spectacular. Congratulations
I really thank you guys for what you're doing... manta is my born city and by the time is growing up so fast and it it will... no too many people speak English there, hopefully when I go there, you guys go too and I can show you a lot more...
Saludos desde NY
Spent 4 Days there, never saw the sun. I did love the Encebollado.
La época de sol es desde la segunda quincena de diciembre hasta mayo, si vas en otras fechas es frio y casi no sale el sol. En las fechas que indico el calor y sol son extramadamente fuerte.
I'm enjoying your videos. My wife is from Quito, we were married in Quito, (honeymooned on the coast), lived and worked there from 1983-84, and go back every few years. I definitely prefer the "sierra", but everyone has their own preferences.
Love your videos and but this one is special I was born in Manta, I live in the states and I'll be visiting my hometown very soon I can't wait to gete there.
Next time you in Manta I recommend you guys to go see san Mateo and st lorenzo two my favorites beaches there.
Greetings from NYC!
Btw video quality and music are great!
I’m very glad about all the pretty things you said about my city (I live in manta) and it’s really nice to hear all those things form you (people who visit manta) if you need help to find places to visit or to comunicate let me know, because o would gladly help you
Hi and thank you good videos ,Manta is a beautiful city
My mom was born and raised in Ecuador. She came to the US in the 80s and has been here ever since. I always used to go to Ecuador for vacation. I lived out there for a year and I’m planning on living out there. I love it out there. I was born and raised in the us but nothing compares to living over there.
I am interested in moving to Ecuador soon
My favorite Expats. I love your videos
Great information, will try Manta after 24 years in SE Asia. will view more videos. Thanks
After enjoying your "condo hunting" video, it was fun to go back and take in this one of your earlier impressions... Your natural "cadence" of "going with the flow" of the fun of being together... and sharing your delight with us...is very real...and that's one constant jolly little undercurrent that makes each of your videos the delight they are no matter what the topic!
(It's been fun to watch you guys progress in your comfort and confidence as you share your unconventionality with us. I wasn't "on board" when the focus was more on "the vegans who happen to be in Ecuador" approach...but I've enjoyed watching them. [I'm pretty close to you. Definitely Veggie-tarian myself...not quite where you're at...but maybe someday. = grin = ] And then to see you go on to reach a wider audience...even though you are very clear about what works for you and heartily recommend it...has been such a delight!) As always.... thank you for such great informative content, but most of all, for being "you"! You're D BEST!
Thank you!
Es muy lindo Manta, y muchas mas ciudades del pais, tambien visiten Baños es muy lindo.. Saludos
Manta is an awesome place to stay. My family owns an apartment close to Oro Verde. We love it!!!! We are Quitenians. Thanks for sharing your experience in Manta. I never miss a single video of yours. Keep it up!!!!
Very much enjoy watching your videos, entertaining and informative.
I always look forward to your videos!
LUV your videos!! -- Cheers from Los Angeles!!! -- Norma
Awesome Video , Ty for Posting It. There Are Lots Of Iguana's in South Florida , I Was There 2 Years , They have Made The Coronado Island California Beach Wheel Chair Friendly Now To.
Govindas is a great vegan/vegetarian option in Manta, it’s just a few blocks behind the mall!
Gracias!
@@AmeliaAndJP Like, you, I consider the inability to go out and eat Indian cuisine a loss... ha ha! I love it so much.. but around here (in the states where I live), there are many options, and ALL of them use quite a lot of oil. Have you, in your various excursions in the Indian restaurants you've visited, been able to get your meals without oil, or reduced oil content? I am missing my Indian food fix, but my guts can't take the oil anymore. (My icon photo is from a Jain temple in India.. oh, the food... oh, the beauty...!)
I am glad you're really enjoyed my town city..I really miss everything from there.
Another video with very good information, ive never been to Manta so maybe on my next trip.
Please do!
Great video. Great to see the new sites in Manta. I was there with the US Navy in 1981 and 1982 and then again maybe in 1986 or 1987. There used to be only one skyscraper which was a bank. It was about 10 or 12 stories tall. It was largely a sleepy fishing port then, and in the 1990's I think the US military went there in a big way for the War on Drugs operations, expanding the airport, etc. To have an Ouro Verde Hotel there now is something else. They used to only have a hotel in Quito and Guayaquil. I'm dating myself, of course...love your channel...always love Ecuador since my first visit with the Navy back in 1981! Quick funny Navy story...during a port visit, we had some sailors run off to Chone where they say the loveliest women in all of Ecuador come from. For days, we could not find these sailors...I even asked at the embassy if the CIA could help find them, but they could not be bothered about two missing, drunken US Navy sailors...finally, one of the Navy officers at the embassy who is Mormon heard through the church elders in the Chone area that a couple of "gringo" sailors had been sighted around town sleeping in the parks and looking for food. Their beer money ran out!
Enjoy all your videos!! Love from CANADA.