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We are thrilled to announce that our next session is just around the corner! Whether you are a total beginner or looking to polish your fluency, we have a spot for you.
• Term Duration: March 2nd – April 10th
Schedule:
Beginner 1: Mondays and Thursdays 10:30 – 12:00
Beginner 2: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00 – 10:30
Beginner 3: Tuesdays and Fridays 10:30 – 12:00
Intermediate 1: Wednesdays 10:30 – 12:00 and Fridays 9:00 – 10:30
Intermediate 2: Mondays and Thursdays 12:00 – 1:30
Intermediate 3: Tuesdays and Fridays 12:00 – 1:30
Advance1 : Mondays 1:30 – 3:00 PM and Wednesdays 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Program Highlights:
• Levels offered: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced (with sub-levels for accurate placement)
• Format: 18 hours of instruction over 6 weeks
• Schedule: Classes meet twice per week for 1.5 hours
• Materials: Storybooks and handouts are included
Cost: $110
Conversation Courses
Schedule:
• Beginner Conversation: Tuesdays and Thursdays 13:30 – 15:00
• Intermediate Conversation: Wednesdays and Fridays 13:30 – 15:00
• Advance Conversation: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 – 10:30
Optional Activities
With people with knowledge of the cultural legacy and natural wealth of the country.
Cost: $10 – $35 (These fees go directly to the locals that provide these tours)
Cultural Lecture: April 7th 15:00
Student trip: Saturday, April 11th
Class Location:
Calle Larga 5-06 y Mariano Cueva, esquina.
Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7a6wrCfK5Rxnxc748
Placement Exam:
To find your level, take our placement exam https://analuisaspanishclasses.com/exam
Contact us to sign up or for more information.
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Move-in ready, fully furnished condo offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bath and private covered patio with Ocean view.
The living area includes a 55” TV and Split AC. A sliding door leads to a balcony that overlooks the pool. The kitchen has Granite counter tops, hot water at the sink and plenty cabinets. Stainless-Steel appliances include a side/side refrigerator/freezer, gas cook stove/oven, stove hood vent, microwave and toaster oven.
The laundry room has a stacking, front loading washer and dryer and large pantry.
The master bedroom has ensuite bath, queen bed and Split AC, a 42” TV, and dual closets.
The guest bedroom has built-in closets and bookcase and portable AC unit.
The private patio has a jetted hot tub and Charcoal grill, and a private bodega with small work bench.
The unit is 1493sqft (1084 interior, 409 private, covered patio) comes fully furnished, including dishes, silverware, pots, pans, sheets, towels. Everything you need to move in immediately! Just bring your toothbrush and clothes.
It has exterior security cameras. Parking is available in the ground level garage. High-speed Fiber-Optic internet is available.
This building offers an elevator, which makes this unit handicapped accessible and is located approximately 60 steps from Crucita beach, on a paved road where motos taxis are available.
Common areas include swimming pool, jacuzzi, outdoor shower, bathrooms, dressing rooms and kitchen area. The 7th floor common terrace offers 360-degree views of Crucita, Pacific Ocean, Manta and surrounding mountains. There is covered secure parking, and 24/7 caretaker-security. HOA $70.
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Rather than know and resolve to the fact that just you can no longer afford to do your needed Dental Work in the US, there is a superb saving grace option looking at you in the mouth. Coming to Cuenca, Ecuador, for a 7-14 day “Dental Vacation” enables you to have the best of both worlds in easily affording your Dental Needs being taken care of in perfect English, plus also receiving an amazing trip on top of it.
Get a FREE ($0.00) review of your X-Rays sent from your US/Canadian Dentist and receive a clearly explained “Dental Treatment Plan” (again in perfect English) in hours to a day or so.
Contact Adam (your American Administrator) in English at the “Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic” via WhatsApp at +593 98 392 9606 to explain what’s gone awry or missing with your mouth, as he responds 7 days per week, usually in minutes, whether it’s day, night, a weekend, or even an EC/US holiday!
WhatsApp: +593 98 392 9606
Email: info@smilehealthecuador.com
Address: Medimagen Building, Av. Pumapungo & Av. Paseo de los Cañaris (2nd floor), right here in Cuenca!
Website: www.smilehealthecuador.com
Adam Elliot Altholtz ("Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic")
Adam Elliot Altholtz serves as the Administrator & Patient Coordinator of the “Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic” in Cuenca, Ecuador, and for purposes of discussing your Dental needs or questions, is available via email at info@smilehealthecuador.com and via the Dental Clinic’s fully comprehensive and detailed website smilehealthecuador.com for you to visit at any time of day or night. Plus, you can reach Adam directly by WhatsApp at +593 98 392 9606 or by his US phone number of 1‐(941)‐227‐0114, and the Dental Clinic’s Ecuador phone number for local Expats residing in Cuenca is 07‐410‐8745. See Adam’s articles.
Finally, Adam, as your fellow Expat and friendly Administrator of this Expat-serving Dental Clinic in Cuenca, is always glad to make 100% FREE ($0.00) recommendations to Expats (REGARDLESS of whether they're a patient of the Dental Clinic) for the best and most qualified ENGLISH-SPEAKING Professionals in Cuenca, in paying it forward to assist you with planning your best possible trip and maybe even the rest of your life in beautiful Ecuador!
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If you are filing for a Temporary/Permanent visa, I offer a 100% money back guarantee. That’s right. If I don’t get you your visa, you pay nothing. My name is Isabel Mosquera. I am an Ecuadorian, who studied and lived in Canada for many years. I have been a Visa Facilitator for over 7 years and have assisted more than two hundred and fifty Expats in obtaining their Visas, Temporary and Permanent, Cedulas, Translations, Health Insurance, housing and much more. These services are available as one fee package or individually. I own a car, so transportation is always included at no extra charge. I have always gotten my clients their Visas, even under the most difficult of circumstances, such as unreadable fingerprints for FBI reports. Have you moved to Ecuador without the required documents? Don’t worry, I can help. I offer free consultations, either by telephone, email or in person. I am at the Immigration office on a very regular basis, so I am knowledgeable about all recent changes in the law and am happy to share my knowledge with you. I will be happy to provide you with references.
I look forward to serving you.
Isabel Mosquera
0999603663
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More images and booking directly through AirBnb at: airbnb.com/h/la-casita-cuenca
Enjoy our private 2-bedroom “casita” in a secure, gated community. You get a full kitchen, secure parking, and access to a large, beautiful shared yard.
The space
Escape to our charming and private 2-bedroom “casita” (little house), securely tucked away inside a quiet, gated community. This cozy guesthouse is your perfect home base, offering the privacy of a separate building with access to a beautiful, expansive garden.
It’s the ideal spot for a solo traveler, a couple, or a couple with one child.
This standalone guesthouse is fully self-contained:
Two Bedrooms: One bedroom features a comfortable double bed, and the second bedroom has a twin bed.
Full Kitchen & Dining: Prepare your own meals in the kitchen, equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Enjoy your food at the spacious wooden dining table.
Full Bathroom: A clean, functional bathroom with a shower. (Important Layout Note: The bathroom is an ensuite, and you must walk through the main (double) bedroom to access it. For this reason, the casita is perfect for a family or couple, but may not be ideal for friends or travelers who require separate bathroom privacy.)
Cozy Vibe: With its warm wood furnishings and quiet setting, the casita feels like your own private cottage.
Guest access
Our property is a small, private compound with three houses, all located within a secure gated community.
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What an opportunity! Take advantage now of a great home on the beach in Ecuador. Fresh seafood an excellent walking beach a pool and comes completely furnished too all at a very affordable price. This house was built to North American standards. All plugs are grounded. PVC double pane insulated windows. It even comes with a beach car.
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Confused about health insurance here in Ecuador?
We understand!
With customs, cultural differences, and the language it’s easy to get confused. Global Safe is here to give you peace of mind. We’re Expats, like you!
We make the process simple and easy to understand. No more wondering; “Did I understand everything?” Or “Where do I go for my claim?”
We’ve helped many Expats with their insurance needs, and can help you too…
We’re licensed, and experienced!
With over 30 years in the insurance industry, we work with the largest insurance companies, and can help you choose the best plan to suit your needs.
Global Safe, specializing in:
Health Insurance
Car Insurance
Home Insurance
Life Insurance
Travel Insurance
Get the peace of mind you deserve!
Contact Global Safe today to schedule a free consultation:
Ronald Marasa
WhatsApp: 099 274 5282
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Pool health insurance plans are designed to offer stable premiums and comprehensive coverage by spreading risk across a large group of people. However, there are times when these plans do not perform as expected, leading brokers to seek better solutions for their clients. One of the primary reasons a pool health insurance plan might not work as anticipated is the occurrence of higher-than-expected claims vs low premiums. When the number or cost of claims exceeds projections, it can strain the financial resources of the pool. This situation can lead to increased premiums or reduced benefits, making the plan less attractive for policyholders. Still, the most important concern is that the plan could not be renewed with the same company. So, you lose a year of the two waiting periods for preexisting conditions. If too many high-cost members join the pool, it can become unbalanced, leading to higher costs and premiums for everyone. Inadequate management of the pool can manifest in various ways, such as poor claims processing, insufficient customer service, or failure to maintain a balanced risk pool. When an insurer does not manage the pool effectively, it can lead to dissatisfaction among policyholders and the plan’s eventual failure to meet its objectives. Switching Companies is a tool that the broker finds cannot meet the needs of the pool, brokers may recommend switching to a different provider. This decision ensures clients receive the best possible coverage and service. Brokers must keep their clients informed about the reasons for any changes in their insurance plans. When a pool plan underperforms, they should evaluate alternative plans that offer better stability and coverage.
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ALL CATEGORIES OF TEMPORARY VISA HAVE NO RESTRICTION OF STAY IN ECUADOR. To apply and to obtain the Permanent Visa, the Law in art. 63 establishes that the foreigner must stay 21 continuous months in Ecuador. On this continuity, the Regulation to the Law in art. 84 in the last paragraph, grants the foreigner 90 days to be outside the country within the two years of temporary residence.
For more information, contact Dr. Lina Ulloa at:
Email: uz.asesoresecuador@gmail.com, or uz.servicios@gmail.com
Av. Jose Peralta 1-19 and Av. 12 de Abril, Acropolis Building, 3rd Floor, office #312.
TELEPHONE NUMBERS: (07) 410-3588/098-420-5336
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💌 A Love Letter from your Superdog Valentine
Dear Human,
I don’t know what Valentine’s Day is…
But I know what love feels like.
It feels like full bowls.
It feels like safe nights.
It feels like someone believing I matter.
Thank you for loving dogs like me.
Forever yours,
Your FAAN Superdog 🐶💖
#SuperdogLove #ValentinesFromTheShelter #FAANLove
FAANEcuador.org and SuperdogsSanctuary.org
Write us @ info@FAANEcuador.org to volunteer, adopt or sponsor a FAAN SuperDog this Valentine’s Day!
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Why choose Easy Visas-Cuenca – because we make the process of obtaining your temporary and permanent visas easy. Additionally, we provide services for visa transfers, citizenship, document translations and obtaining required documents from the USA.
We are dedicated to simplifying the expatriate experience for expatriates looking to relocate to Cuenca.
Our mission at Easy Visas-Cuenca is to provide unparalleled assistance and guidance to expatriates navigating the complex process of relocating to Cuenca.
We aim to streamline the visa application process, alleviate bureaucratic burdens, and offer personalized support to ensure a seamless transition for our clients.
Our commitment stems from our personal experiences, and those of others, of the challenges and uncertainties that accompany international relocation.
We focus on streamlining the visa application process, reducing the bureaucratic burdens on our clients, and offering total, professional and personalized support.
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Quinta María – Beautiful Furnished Apartments and Studios for Rent
Discover Quinta María — Cuenca’s most charming and historic apartment community!
Step into a 150+ year-old quinta (country estate) lovingly restored in its original historic style, blending timeless beauty with modern comfort.
We offer 11 fully furnished units (studios and one-bedrooms), each thoughtfully designed to capture incredible natural light with large windows and skylights. All utilities and internet are included.
Enjoy fabulous indoor and outdoor community spaces, featuring a cozy firepit patio perfect for socializing and relaxing. Washer and dryer are available on-site.
Rates: From $300 to $450 per month
Stay Options: Short-term (minimum 1 month) and long-term rentals available
Location:
Located in the highly sought-after El Vergel neighborhood, just steps from Supermaxi, restaurants, cafes, parks, doctors, pharmacies, and hospitals. A scenic 17-minute walk brings you straight to El Centro.
Address: Luis Moreno Mora, just east of Francisco Moscoso, on the north side of the street. Look for the white brick wall next to the gray and glass four-story building.
Important:
Showings and check-ins are by appointment only.
Pets allowed upon approval.
Ready to experience the best of Cuenca living?
Contact: Laura Jerves
Facebook: Quinta María Apartments
Phone: 099 925 7919
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At Expat Community Ec we know that getting your visa could be a challenge and take away your peace of mind, for that reason you no longer need to go to government offices to obtain your visa, we can do it for you with a POA or do it online.
Leave that process in the hand of experts who have worked for over 10 years with foreigners offering services such as:
-Visas, visa transfers, licenses and cedulas
– Wills and End of Life, Effective Possession of Assets, Execution of Wills, etc.
– Legal representation, Power of Attorneys, Closings, etc.
Our Team:
Luis Urgilés, is a retired judge and former President of the Provincial Court of Justice of Azuay, Master in Administrative Law, Commissioner of the ombudsman’s office in Azuay, Academic advisor and teacher of the masters in constitutional, political and administrative law of the Eloy Alfaro University, District Delegate of the State Attorney General’s Office Azuay, and more.
Indira Urgilés, has held positions as Ecuadorian Central Authority of International Adoptions at MIES (Ministry of Social Inclusion), National Attorney of Adoptions and Legal Status Clarification and Foreign Affairs Specialist. Honest and strong professional skilled in case study, legal interpretation, languages, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, and more.
Karina Urgilés, She has worked for more than 10 years with foreigners, providing visa services, wills, real estate, etc., She is the founder and administrator of Expat Community Ec.
Click here to know more about us: https://expatcommunityec.com/
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Getting the blues trying to understand health insurance?
Not with Global Safe Insurance Brokers!
We have over 30 years experience in the insurance industry.
Customs and cultural differences of another country can, at times, make the process of choosing your best option confusing.
What’s more, we have expats like you, who work in our office.
We understand your situation, and can help make the process simple and easy to understand.
We work with the largest insurance companies, and can design the best plan to suit your needs.
We’ve helped many Expats with their insurance needs, and can help you too…
Global Safe, specializing in:
Health Insurance
Car Insurance
Home Insurance
Life Insurance
Travel Insurance
Don’t get the Blues!
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation:
Ronald Marasa
WhatsApp: 099 274 5282
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Why choose Easy Visas-Cuenca – because we make the process of obtaining your temporary and permanent visas easy. Additionally, we provide services for visa transfers, citizenship, document translations and obtaining required documents from the USA.
You will find that our services are:
Professional:
a. We will meet personally with you, at an agreed neutral location in Cuenca, to respond to your visa questions. Your questions will be answered, and if we do not have the answer, we will find it and report back to you.
b. We will provide a clear understanding of our respective responsibilities, as to who needs to do what.
c. We will be by your side, and act as an advocate on your behalf; you will never be alone in obtaining your visa and cedula.
d. We will provide guidance and assistance in obtaining required government documentation.
e. We will review the documentation we obtain and will direct you on how to correct any errors prior to submission.
If you want an easier process in obtaining your visa and cedula, please feel free to reach out to us.
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When a foreign citizen uses a real estate property as support for his/her temporary visa, this property immediately acquires a prohibition to sell or transfer also known as “prohibition to alienate”, this figure assures that this property will continue to serve as support for as long as the person holds the temporary visa. However, once the foreign citizen has obtained the permanent visa, he/she can request the lifting of the prohibition of alienation to sell, donate, assign or transfer the real estate in any way he/she wishes, since this prohibition will only be in force until the permanent visa is obtained.
In order to carry out the process of lifting the prohibition of alienation it will be necessary to have a “certificate of encumbrances” issued by the property registry of the city, which will later be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility so that they, as an authorized Institution, review this request and once it is admitted, order by means of an official letter addressed to the property registrar, the lifting of such prohibition.
If you find yourself in need of selling a real estate property with a prohibition of alienation and you need legal assistance, contact Ulloa Zamora & Delgado Legal Solutions, where you will be assisted by attorney Lina Ulloa, a lawyer with a doctorate in law and specialist in immigration law and real estate.
Email: uz.asesoresecuador@gmail.com
Telephones: 0984205336, 0998672687, 4103588.
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Expat Community EC: End of life, will and health POA
Do not delay your end of life, will or health power of attorney any longer. These three documents are very important, especially for people who live alone and need to protect their health at all times.
The good news is that these are quick and easy to obtain.
Now you can have your end of life and your health power of attorney in a single document. Organize the distribution of your assets through a will and let the executor take care of everything.
Leave that process in the hand of experts who have worked for over 10 years with foreigners offering services as:– Visas, visa transfers, licenses and cedulas
– Wills and End of Life, Effective Possession of Assets, Execution of Wills, etc.
– Legal representation, Power of Attorneys, Closings, etc.
Get advice from the best legal team, honest and reliable at all times. We don’t say it, hundreds of satisfied customers say it. Ask about our recommendations.
Our Team:
Luis Urgilés, is a retired judge and former President of the Provincial Court of Justice of Azuay, Master in Administrative Law, Commissioner of the ombudsman’s office in Azuay, Academic advisor and teacher of the masters in constitutional, political and administrative law of the Eloy Alfaro University, District Delegate of the State Attorney General’s Office Azuay, and more.
Indira Urgilés, has held positions as Ecuadorian Central Authority of International Adoptions at MIES (Ministry of Social Inclusion), National Attorney of Adoptions and Legal Status Clarification and Foreign Affairs Specialist. Honest and strong professional skilled in case study, legal interpretation, languages, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, and more.
Karina Urgilés, She has worked for more than 10 years with foreigners, providing visa services, wills, real estate, etc., She is the founder and administrator of Expat CommunityEc.
http://www.expatcommunityec.com, Schedule your appointment or get free advice by email.
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This is a nice opportunity to buy and own a nice eco-lodge situated on an upper Amazon basin (950 meters over the sea), and scattered in our reserve (sanctuary of birds and butterflies), with an unbeatable view over the “Sangay” National Park, Sangay, Altares, Chimborazo Tungurahua Volcanoes, and “Pastaza and Puyo” Rivers.
The eco-lodge has 25 rooms for simple, double and triple occupancy plus 48 hectares (160 acres) of virgin rainforest, 30 Km from Puyo city, km 14 route to Pomona town, Pastaza Province, Ecuador South America.
Please see our web page: www.altosdelpastazalodge.com where you can see our videos y photo gallery that show our eco lodge and reserve
Those with a genuine interest in this Ecuador Amazon Eco-lodge and unique profit and environmental opportunity should contact for terms and price at boaltosdelpastazareservelo@gmail.com WhatsApp +593-984184069
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THE REGULATION OF THE HUMAN MOBILITY LAW, which we have waited so long for, is only expected to be published in the Official Registry so that it becomes effective.
The last paragraph of Article 84 of the Regulation establishes that “For purposes of continuity of permanence, the foreign person may not leave the country for more than ninety (90) days during the entire period of validity of the temporary residence visa”
For more information, contact Dra. Lina Ulloa at:
Email:uz.asesoresecuador@gmail.com
Address: Av. Jose Peralta 1-19 and Av. 12 de Abril, Acropolis Building, 3rd Floor, office 312.
TELEPHONE NUMBERS: (07) 410-3588/098-420-5336
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