Our detailed videos, photos and blog posts about Cuenca Ecuador help remove some of the mystery and uncertainty for those of you considering a move here. If you already live here, you might learn about some new things to do, new places to go, new restaurants to check out, and more.
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$500/mo COST OF LIVING for LOW BUDGET EXPATS in Ecuador (2021)
/in Cost of Living, Olón EcuadorWe’ve been accused of MISREPRESENTING Ecuador and OVERPAYING for EVERYTHING because our monthly cost of living in Ecuador is more than some people who live much more cheaply than we do.
We live by HOWLER MONKEYS!!! Incredible jungle trek to the natural springs of Dos Mangas (2021)
/in Day Trips, Olón EcuadorThe Dos Mangas Ecuador jungle trail has been on our bucket list since we arrived in Olón and we’re so incredibly thankful that we finally did it!
Epic Adventure FINALLY Checked Off the Bucket List! (Isla de la Plata & the Blue-Footed Boobies)
/in Day Trips, Olón EcuadorWe’ve been wanting to experience this adventure since we moved to Ecuador!
Beautiful Blue Sky Day in La Libertad Ecuador (Malecón, Mercado and Mi Comisariato Tour)
/in Things To DoWe went to La Libertad Ecuador to take care of some banking tasks and while we were there, we took a walk on the Malecón, stopped by a mercado and went shopping for groceries at Mi Comisariato in Ballenita on the way back to Olón.
Amelia Learns to Surf in Olón Ecuador (Filmed 2 Weeks Prior to the Quarantine)
/in Ecuador Beach Towns, Olón Ecuador, Things To DoWow! This is our 200th VLOG! And what better way to celebrate than showing Amelia learning how to surf just a couple weeks before the world went on lockdown!
Life Must Go On – Short Tour of Tia Grocery Store in Montañita Ecuador during a Coronavirus Pandemic
/in Ecuador Beach Towns, Mercados, Olón EcuadorWe filmed this yesterday in Olón and Montañita Ecuador as we went about our normal daily lives during the Coronavirus pandemic. A lot has happened since then, including Ecuador closing its borders. We’ll share an update video on the Coronavirus in Ecuador tomorrow. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy this little distraction.
Why We Chose Olón Ecuador + Why We Left Cuenca (recap)
/in Cuenca Ecuador, Ecuador Beach Towns, Olón EcuadorWe’ve been getting lots of questions about why we left Cuenca and why we chose Olón Ecuador over Salinas or any of the other lower altitude cities in Ecuador. In this video, we an answer those questions as we walk around (and a fly over) Olón.
Express Your Unconventional-ness w/ Amelia And JP’s Merch!!!
/in Cuenca Ecuador, Olón Ecuador, YouTube Channel NewsWe’re very excited to announce the launch of our merch store with our unique Unconventional designs! We have a whole line of clothes for men, women, kids and babies, and we have other cool stuff like hats, mugs, bags and phone cases.
Amazing Tips for Living & Working Abroad from Garrett Galvan & Where In The World Is Nina!
/in Cuenca EcuadorIf your dream is to live abroad and work from anywhere, these two young unconventional digital nomads can help and inspire you!
Olón Ecuador Condo Tour & Cost + Drama on the Beach w/ Mini (our new drone)
/in Cost of Living, Ecuador Expat Info, Olón EcuadorWe give you a room-by-room tour of our condo in Olón Ecuador and share the cost of rent. We also share our first drone footage of Olón and the beautiful coast of Ecuador!