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Jaw-Dropping Homes For Sale in Valle de los Chillos Ecuador

Valle de los Chillos Ecuador Real Estate Tour

Valle de los Chillos is located in the southeast corner of the Quito Ecuador Metro Area and offers a diverse range of properties that are perfect for any budget.

This area is just a 30-minute drive from downtown Quito and 45 minutes from the Quito International Airport, making it an ideal location for those looking to be close to both city and airport amenities.

We visited two golf course communities – Club los Chillos and Club los Cerros – and had the opportunity to tour four properties.

Club los Chillos is a large gated community that offers a 9-hole golf course, an Olympic swimming pool, clay tennis courts, a bar and restaurant, a large fenced park, and several other amenities.

Club los Cerros is an exclusive golf course community with houses that line the perimeter of an 18-hole professional golf course and a nice restaurant in the club house.

Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly option or a luxurious home, you’ll find plenty of options in Valle de los Chillos!

Watch Our Video About Homes For Sale in Valle de los Chillos Ecuador

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Avocado Tasting in Ilaló Ecuador

One reason we love exploring Ecuador is because we never know what to expect and we’re always surprised by what we find!

In this video, we share several things that make the area and communities around the base of the Ilaló Volcano near Quito Ecuador so unique and unusual.

Ilalo is located about 20 minutes from the center of Quito and 10 minutes from Tumbaco Ecuador. The Quito International Airport is about 30 minutes away.

Here are links to help plan your visit:

El Jardín Alado – The Winged Garden

Casa Ilayaku – B&B and avocado tasting

Guangopolo Tourism and Cedazos (Sieves)

Watch Our Video About Ilaló Ecuador

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Touring Quito Ecuador w/ a Local

We had one day to spend in Quito Ecuador and it was memorable! We asked Xavier to show us a couple places the tourists don’t go, and we wanted to get some aerial shots with Mini before the weather derailed our plans.

The elevation and high winds led to a drone-tastrophy! And Amelia’s herbal beatdown led to a very unexpected and shocking end to our day!

Watch Our Video About Quito Ecuador

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Unbelievable Mansion For Sale in Quito Ecuador!

If you’re looking for a peaceful and scenic place to live, close to the bustling city of Quito, then Cumbayá is the place for you.

Situated in the Andean foothills of Ecuador, Cumbayá is a small town that has quickly become a popular destination for expats looking for a new place to call home.

The area is renowned for its pleasant year-round weather, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant cultural scene.

Rancho San Francisco Mansion Real Estate Tour Quito EcuadorWhether you enjoy hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the sun, there’s something for everyone in Cumbayá.

One of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Cumbayá is Rancho San Francisco, which has become a popular hub for expats looking for an active and dynamic community.

With its breathtaking natural surroundings, mild weather, and rich cultural heritage, Rancho San Francisco offers an idyllic lifestyle that many have only dreamed of.

For those looking to buy property in the area, Rancho San Francisco and the surrounding neighborhoods offer a variety of homes to fit most budgets and requirements.

Real estate agent Patty, is an experienced real estate agent who specializes in buying and selling properties in the Cumbayá region.

Patty showed us five properties in Rancho San Francisco and nearby Tumbaco, which is located about 10 minutes east of Cumbayá.

With Patty’s help, you can find the perfect home that meets your needs and fits your budget, and start enjoying the many benefits of living in this charming and welcoming community.

Watch Our Video About The Unbelievable Mansion For Sale in Quito Ecuador!

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450 yo Neighborhood in Quito Ecuador (Casa San Marcos Quito Old Town)

Walking through the historic center of Quito is like stepping back in time, and back to the old country of Spain!

The colorful buildings of San Marcos with equally colorful flowers adorning the balconies reminded us of a simpler time.

You’ll love staying at the historic Casa San Marcos Hotel and Art Gallery. Tell Mayra you saw her in our video. She is such a neat lady!

Watch Our Video About San Marcos in Quito Ecuador

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Cumbaya Ecuador Pros & Cons

Cumbaya is one of Ecuador’s most popular expat cities, and for good reason! It has a lot of modern amenities, including excellent healthcare, shopping and restaurants!

In this video, we’ll walk you around town as we share the pros and cons of this delightful, but expensive expat destination near Quito, Ecuador.

Cumbaya Real Estate Tour
TelefériQo

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Cumbaya Ecuador Real Estate Tour

We were in awe while recording this Ecuador real estate tour in Cumbaya, which is a suburb of Quito. The homes were amazing and the Aquarela condo development was simply unbelievable!

These are just three of countless homes that are available for sale and rent in the Cumbaya area. This area is one of the most expensive places in Ecuador.

Our last real estate tour in Cotacachi is much more affordable.

You may also enjoy watching our other Ecuador Property Tours.

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Quito Ecuador Middle of the World Tour (Pululahua Volcano, Mitad del Mundo)

Since I was a kid, I always wanted to see visual proof with my own eyes that water rotates the opposite direction in the Southern Hemisphere compared to the Northern Hemisphere. Now I have that proof, and I filmed it!

In this video, we went to the Pululahua Volcano Geobotanical Reserve located about 30 minutes north of Quito, Ecuador.

Then we went to the official Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the Earth) Monument to see where French explorers placed the equator several hundred years ago.

Then we went to the scientific equator as measured by GPS and the rotating water test at Museo Intiñan, which is located 240 meters northwest of the internationally famous monument.

Here’s the link to our TeleferiQo Cable Car video.

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TelefériQo Cable Car in Quito Ecuador

For our very first time filming in the Quito area, we visited a popular tourist attraction for both local and international travelers.

The TelefériQo Cable Car on the west side of central Quito and takes you to the top of a mountain with spectacular views of the city below. On a clear day, you’ll also see the iconic Cotopaxi Volcano located south of Quito.

If you visit La Cuchara Orgánica on the northwest side of the Quito area, be sure to tell them you saw our video! Here’s a link to their Facebook page.

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Return to Cuenca Ecuador + Tour of Quito Airport Suites Hotel + Quito & Cuenca Airports

On our return to Cuenca Ecuador from Atlanta, we stopped in South Beach Miami for a day before heading to Quito. Our plane arrived in Quito very late at night and our flight to Cuenca left at 9:30am the next morning so we stayed in the Quito Airport Suites that was about a 5 minute cab ride from the airport.

Quito Airport Suites HotelQuito Airport Suites Hotel

The last time we flew back and stayed overnight in Quito, we stayed in a completely different hotel with the same name. Tripadvisor still has the other hotel info on their site, but when you click through to view the rates, it goes to the hotel we stayed at. We’re not sure what happened, but it appears the other hotel is gone or operating under a different name. Regardless, this Quito Airport Suites was MUCH nicer and closer to the airport, our room and bathroom was very comfortable, and the grounds were beautiful!

Our only complaint was the lack of vegan options for breakfast. Most places that we’ve stayed at in Ecuador offer a large selection of fruit, bread, juice and coffee for breakfast, some even have oats, but that wasn’t the case. They only had banana and pineapple, which Amelia is allergic to. The coffee was very weak and they only had butter for the bread. We asked for marmelada (jam), but didn’t get any. The lady who works in the kitchen was very late opening it so we were in a hurry and didn’t have time to wait.

Quito Airport – Mariscal Sucre International Airport

The Quito Airport is only about 5 years old and it’s beautiful. It looks like any nice airport anywhere in the world. On this trip, they had a new process for the express bag drop that was confusing people, including the people who worked there. Plus, the band Molotov was on our airplane with all of their gear, which occupied one of the clerks for the entire time we waited in line, over 45 minutes. We almost didn’t make our flight due to the long delay checking our bags.

Quito Airport Mariscal Sucre International AirportMolotov

Return to Cuenca Ecuador

Mariscal Lamar International AirportCuenca Airport Mariscal Lamar International Airport

The Cuenca Airport is very nice but very small. They don’t have gangways so you have to walk down the stairs of the plane and onto the tarmac. The baggage claim is just inside the door from the tarmac so be sure to get your luggage before leaving the baggage claim area.

Our Driver Edwin

Our Driver Edwin

We scheduled a pickup at the airport with our personal driver, Edwin. He has been driving us to and from both the Cuenca airport and the Guayaquil airport, as well as around Cuenca on occasion, for quite a while. He’s a very safe driver with a large van to carry all our luggage. If you’d like his contact info, drop us a note and we’ll email it to you.

Pet Care in Cuenca EcuadorMaxi's Pet Care

On our way home, Edwin drove us to get our dogs from Jessica at Maxi’s Pet Care. Jessica offers doggy daycare, long-term stay and grooming services for small dogs like our Toy Poodle, Alicia. Daisy is actually considered large in Cuenca, but Jessica made an exception for her so she could stay with her sister while we were gone. Jessica also posts pictures (like the one below) and videos of our girls on Facebook and Instagram so we can see them while we’re gone.

Jessica is also involved with one of Cuenca’s dog rescues. We highly recommend all of the services she offers!

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Watch Our Video About Our Journey Back to Cuenca, Ecuador

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