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You covered everything, the pros, cons and maybe. Im sure the shipment brings contentment and comfort. Thanks for sharing, stay well.

Good information! Thank you for living the life you love.

Hello Kris and Mike. Of course we have vacuums in Ecuador, all kinds in fact! It is too expensive to bring stuff that you could easily buy over here. Best wishes

Thanks a lot for sharing 😊 you are still enjoying I can see and yes, it's a bit strange with the dead thing we owe and, am sure we will miss.. When I come down, I will bring probably 2 suitcases, my self and my personal papers plus off course my laptop - as well as, my readyness for my next home..nothing more.. planning to leave Europe behind, except maybe one place here - because of it's extraordinary beauty, people, animals and nature but, I don't, need more dead things for that either.. Having moved countries before, I know I don't need or want more 😊 Thanks again for sharing..happy to see you look relaxed and happy... Just over 2:and a half years and counting and I'll "invade" Ecuador as well..can't wait...😊 Take care

Hello Guys, So happy to see you are settling in nices Your home looks lovely.. We purchased a new condo in Cumbaya 2 years ago for 239,000 dollars but it came with nothing, no fridge, no lights, no range, no vent Just a beautiful view of the mountains with the horses Anyway, We also want to bring a lift van Do you have any recommendations ??? Like we want to bring our electric bikes and bbq and dinner table and pictures But not much more Can you please give us a round about on the cost to bring it over from port of Miami USA Thank you guys Keep up the great spirit Dave and Maggie But

It goes without saying that for your safety, it is always better to hide the exact place of residence, certain details to keep hidden. Best regards

how always making very good videos and always with very good information thank you.

It's interesting, if you ever asked about it in fb, I would have been one saying you can get it all here lol. Remember, as Canadians we are already used to paying more than US folks do, plus they have more selection. Especially as you are in a smaller location, your now shopping with less selection, but others going to cuenca or manta or near to guayaquil really have lots to select from. The thing that always gets me are those who push the narrative you can't find towels, bedding, sheets here. No idea where they live or shop, tbh. I will say tvs cost more, but do you really want to bring in delicate stuff like that? I dont

Shipped a container from Vancouver. The shipping date kept getting pushed into the future. A nightmare to say the least. Then when the container arrived in Guayaquil the shipping agent said we had too many books and clothes. He asked to give the border agents half an hour to take stuff for themselves.Then they would allow the container to enter. Needless to say they grabbed power tools and art pieces etc. The amazing thing is a 4 foot by 8 foot painting disappeared. The shipping windows placed a lot of pressure on us. Every day the container is stuck in customs costs a lot of money. Would I do it again . Probably not.

Yes that’s greatest concern, my 100 lbs American pit… I plan to start next year.

Thank you, helpful episode. I heard that even though one is allowed a container that customs can be a bit tricky. Was there anything they charged you customs on? Did you have to provide receipts/invoices on anything?

Awesome Video

After unpacking...all you've learned, maybe PART 2? (please) A darling gal, in Quito, new baby, huby works for US State Dept in EC, was bemoaning fact she didnt have rugs. Maybe contact her, see if she could 'repurpose' some of your rugs ? [jazzynation utube] . Snow is melting but wicked cold front moving in for week. Life in Northwoods (incase you are homesick !!!:-) Thanks again. PS)I wondered paying airfare, shipping dogs if one is allowed suitcase w dog items??

It will be less money if expacts send the essentials. Such as computers router and clothes. Sale everything and keep the money for the new life overseas. Is a suggestion

Great information. Thank you!

We are also from Ontario. My regret was bringing a fridge, stove, freezer, air conditioner, television, and portable heaters, (some of which we already owned). Things I did not regret were our security cameras, sectional, power washer, area rugs (even with the warm climate we just power wash them), fans, art including but not limited to wooden carvings, family heirlooms that my children could not take but I did not want to give them either, cutlery, utensils, knife set, plates, bowls, pots, pans, air fryer, dehydrators, bedding, pillows, mattresses, towels, power tools, small generator, toaster, other small appliances, spices, some favourite food items as treats, extra shoes, snorkeling gear, battery backup to protect our electronics, surge protectors, propane bbq with extra parts, gardening tools, plastic totes, sealed food storage containers, vaccuum, bedframes, and a few more. Things I wish I packed would be a wet/dry shop vac (small one here is $150), weed whacker, more surge protectors, more tall socks for the husband because he is weird, more pants and t-shirts for the both of us, steak knives, and a few extra little things. Would I do it again? Yes, for the sake of my husband's eyesight but definitely not a 40.

This was helpful info. I appreciated your perspective.

Kris, are dishes porcelain ? in your (airb&b furnished) home? not earthenware. You know what I mean ??? !!! I have white porcelain and Dansk dishes.....

Im glad you guys got your shipment but you didn’t share how much weight you’ve lost😂 is it because of a healthier diet, more exercise in that beautiful beach or the food isn’t sitting well with you!!

how did you bring your animals with you?

I heard that by the coast clothes could develop mold due to high humidity, is that true?

How do you find a house close to the beach?

Hello Kris and Mike, when you have a moment, would you please configure this video to facilitate Spanish subtitles? It's a big help for my multi-lingual family to watch your videos together. Many thanks for your consideration.

Hi Mike and Kris - Can you please share the name and address of the shipping company you hired for shipping your household stuff?

How did you get your doxies to Ecuador and how was it for them?

Hello Mike and Kris. My wife and I live in Calgary and are 99% sure we are moving to Ecuador soon. But I am having trouble getting information on what we will need for an investment visa application from Canada. I have tried an Ecuadorian VISA company but they do not respond at all. Do you know where I can find what I am looking for. Is there a government of Ecuador website that details VISA requirements? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

I'm wondering about vaccinations to travel to Ecuador. Is it really necessary to get a rabies shot?

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