RETIRE TO CUENCA NAMED NUMBER ONE RETIREMENT HAVEN IN THE WORLD - 2011

I highly recommend this tour for anyone traveling to Cuenca as their possible new relocation destination.

"Getting To Know Cuenca Tour”.

Retire to Cuenca.  Cuenca was named the number one retirement haven in the world in 2009 and Ecuador the number one country to retire to.  Cuenca was again chosen as the best retirement city in 2011.

In Cuenca you not only enjoy beautiful weather, spectacular mountain views, modern conveniences and an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables your wallet will be very pleased with the prices.

Cuenca also offers great cultural activities.  Over the past few years Cuenca, Ecuador has become increasingly popular with those who are looking at  retiring.  Simply because in Cuenca you can afford to live a comfortable lifestyle.  Prices have risen as more expats relocate to Cuenca, but they are still affordable.  Gone are the days where it was advertised that you could live on $600 per month.  Realisitcally you would need to look at around $1300 or more per month depending on your personal tastes.  

The great thing about living in the mountains of Ecuador in a place such as Cuenca, is that it is affordable to take a trip to the coast and back and never feel that you need to save months in advance to enjoy this experience.  Alternatively there are many places throughout Ecuador that you could visit.  Here are a few:

Move to Ecuador

Possible frustrations to living in Ecuador

Find out more about Cuenca

About Cuenca has some very useful information for those of  you who are thinking of re-locating. 

Hotels and Hosterias in Cuenca.

Rentals in Cuenca.

Properties for Sale in Cuenca

 Require some help then visit Expat  Services  in Cuenca.

You may be interested to read the history of Cuenca.

Things to do in Cuenca.

Want to book some great tours whilst in Cuenca.

Visit some great galleries in Cuenca.

Thinking of retiring to Cuenca and want to know basically how much you will require to live on.  I know many say you can live on $660 a month but I personally find it a little difficult with the two of us.

Need help and information about relocation of your goods.

Looking for a Dentist in Cuenca.

Why not take some Yoga classes in Cuenca.

Read about my husband’s visit to a Cuenca hospital.

We have the most wonderful restaurants in Cuenca and I am sure there is a cuisine to suit everyone.

Visa / Residency  information.

 Retire to Cuenca, Ecuador.  

Cuenca's population is almost  at 500,000 people.  If you do like city life Cuenca could be for you.   You certainly won't feel  you are living in an overcrowded city.

Because it is the provincial capital of Azuay, you have the state and municipal offices at your convenience There are many great fine-dining restaurants, plus theater, orchestra, and plenty of festivals and celebrations to enjoy.

The colonial architecture, Andean markets, and heritage of the city make you really feel that you’re really experiencing another country and a rich culture.

 Public transportation is great, both within the city and between cities. The city buses are plentiful and inexpensive. Taxis are about $1.50 - $2.50, and a three hour ride to Guayaquil in a six seater new Minivan is $12. Not many expats own cars as the city is easy accessible by walking, taxi or bus.  We of course have our motorcycle which allows us the freedom to venture out a little further.