This is the essential information that you need to know to research, make the decision, and have a smooth transition to living in Cotacachi, Ecuador. This Ebook is packed with facts, including contact names, addresses, phone numbers, websites, prices, recommendations and other information that will save you a fortune in money, time, and frustration and will greatly simplify the process of learning about, moving to, and settling into life in Cotacachi.

Topics covered include:

Making the Decision

Online Research
Things to Consider

Taking an Exploratory Trip

Airfare
Staying in Quito
From Quito to Cotacachi
Hotels/Hostels
Short Term Rental

Making the Move

Renting an Accommodation
Buying a House or Apartment
Shipping to or Buying in Ecuador
Visas
Attorneys/Immigration Services
What to Bring/Not to Bring
To Buy or Not to Buy (a Car)
Health Insurance

Getting Settled

Furniture
Appliances
Metal Work
Miscellaneous
Housekeepers
Phone
Gas Tanks
Food
Internet
Television
Laundry
Paying the Bills
Emergency Numbers
Internet Cafes
Transportation

Daily Life

Getting Money
Eating Out
Spanish Lessons
Excursions
Tours
Bookstores
Exercise
Massage
Manicure & Pedicure
Hardware Stores
Barbers
Banks
Office & Paper Supplies
Postal Services
Computers & Accessories
Computer Repair Services
Webpage Design & Hosting Services
Doctors
Pharmacists
Dentists
Optometrists
Translations
Churches
Local Charities
Entertainment

Other Matters

Organic Food
Water Purity
Coffee
Holidays
Political Stability
Climate
Insects & Other Critters
Street Map of Cotacachi

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Customer Reviews

As a Cotacachi, Ecuador, resident, I can tell you that Gary Kesinger has produced a minor masterpiece here. Minor, in that it's short, no-nonsense, and to the point (the point being essential information). Masterpiece? Yes ... the book covers all the essentials that a newcomer to our little town needs in order to "hit the ground running." If Cotacachi is in your future, this book ought to be, too.
Dennis J. Tonsing
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It is hard to express just how beneficial your book has been to Claudia and I as we are making our permanent move to Ecuador. It addresses virtually every bit of information we needed. We look at it as our "Total Guide". Thanks so much for all the time/effort you and Angela have put into this book.
Bruce & Claudia

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Expat Interviews

One of the best ways to learn about a place is to talk to those who live there. With that idea, we interviewed several expats who live in Cotacachi to get their unvarnished thoughts and impressions on the life of an expat in Ecuador. These interviews contain a wealth of information to help those who are considering making the move to Cotacachi. Their advice and experiences will help you avoid the common pitfalls and misconceptions and help to make for a smooth transition to life in Ecuador.

Example Questions:

How long have you lived in Cotacachi?
What made you decide to move here initially?
How has it been different than you expected?
What has been the most difficult part?
What is the best part of living in Cotacachi?
Are you glad you made the move?
What did your family/friends think?
How has Cotacachi changed since you moved here?
Did you rent, buy, or build a home? Why?
Did you ship your belongings or buy everything here?
Do you own a car? Why or why not?
What is hard to find here?
What do you miss most from home?
How often do you return to your home country?
What would you do differently?
How do you keep busy? What is a typical day like?
Is it possible to live as inexpensively as reported on the Internet?
Do you speak Spanish? Do you have problems communicating?
What has been your experience with the Ecuadorian health care system?
What is your opinion of the food/restaurants?
Do you feel safe?

Listen to an audio sample from three of the interviews by clicking on the following link:

Expat Audio Interview Excerpts

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Richard & Cheryl Johnson

Richard and Cheryl worked as administrators in the education field in the United States. Upon retirement, they packed up and moved to Boquete, Panama. However, after several years, they decided to purchase a townhouse in the Jahua Pacha development on the outskirts of Cotacachi. They give their take on the positives and negatives of life in Ecuador as compared to Panama. Word Count: 3,164 Price: $3.99

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Jim & Dede Lovell

Jim and Dede Lovell have traveled extensively all over the world and lived abroad for many years. However, when it came time to retire, they chose to settle in Cotacachi. In this enlightening interview, they describe why they chose Cotacachi from all of the beautiful and interesting places that they have been, and their decision to build a house and ship their belongings from the United States. Word Count: 1,854 Price: $3.99

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Jack & Debbie Moss

Jack retired from a long career in politics, business, civic service, and government and Debbie from a career as a prosecutor and general magistrate in Broward County, Florida. Both were ready for a change when they moved to Cotacachi in 2009. Their transition from a hectic and busy life to a small town expat retirement destination is profiled in this interview.

Bob Brown
As a widower living in small town Colorado, Bob retired from construction and began researching low cost overseas retirement destinations. After first visiting Panama, he decided to sell his home and belongings and move to Ecuador. Bob’s experiences shed light on life as a single person in Cotacachi.

Word Count: 2,851 Price: $3.99

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Gary & Angela Kesinger

Gary and Angela worked as teachers both in the United States and internationally before deciding that they needed to change course at the age of 43. They quit their jobs and started anew in Cotacachi, Ecuador in 2009. In this interview, they describe the challenges and rewards of early retirement in Ecuador.

Word Count: 6,312 Price: $3.99

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Purchase all four interviews for the discounted price of $11.99.

When I wrote “The Insider’s Guide to Cotacachi, Ecuador,” I wanted to include all of the essential information (names, phone numbers, websites, recommendations, etc.) that someone would need to research, visit, and make the transition to a life in Cotacachi. I was then told by readers that, in addition to the facts, something needed to be written that would give the reader a feel for what living in Cotacachi is really like.

With that came the idea for “A Taste of Life in Cotacachi, Ecuador.” In it, I have written 15 articles on different topics that give a sense of what the expat life is like with the purpose of helping others to determine if living in Ecuador may be the right decision for them.

You can read one of the articles free by clicking here.

All of the articles can be purchased for $3.99 by clicking on the “Add to Cart” button below.