Amelia and JP on Expat Life in Ecuador | My Latin Life Podcast #71 🌴

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About This Episode

Amelia and JP (Β @AmeliaAndJPΒ  ) sold everything they owned and moved to South America with 2 dogs. They are now living the "unconventional life" in Ecuador and sharing their adventure on Youtube.

Ecuador Relocation Course (use code MyLatinLife for 20% off): https://courses.ameliaandjp.com/courses/ecuador-relocation-guide?ref=9fe576

🌴 Timestamps:00:00 – Language Blend00:26 – Introduction02:39 – Amelia's and JP's backgrounds04:45 – How the filming and podcast thing started for them in Ecuador07:27 – The issues with US healthcare and the decision to move abroad11:27 – How the US healthcare system works: fees, perks and issues15:50 – JP health condition requires a serious treatment18:55 – Expenses go up as we get older22:20 – Latin countries have way less bureaucracy regarding healthcare23:35 – Long-term care in America is extremely expensive28:20 – Living an unconventional life and its meaning32:55 – Going back to the USA and telling people about your latin life36:00 – It is absolutely possible to make a living working online39:16 – The Ecuador Relocation eCourse40:22 – Living abroad is a life-changing experience44:22 – Language Blend45:02 – Quality of live improvement living in Latin America48:30 – Climate, customs and socialization in Ecuador – a breath of fresh air52:08 – Buying fresh produce and other foods57:30 – Approximate costs of living in Ecuador01:02:08 – Ecuador uses the dollar as its official currency01:05:16 – US credit cards can be used in Ecuador01:07:45 – Now is when: make the move and live your best life01:09:48 – How to get in contact with Amelia and JP01:15:15 – Misconceptions that might hold people back from living abroad01:21:00 – Plans of visiting the Amazon01:23:18 – Becoming a ecuadorian citizen: time frame and conditions01:26:25 – Follow Amelia and JP on social media01:27:10 – Conclusion

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/@ameliaandjp

Website: https://ameliaandjp.com

Ecuador Relocation Course (use code MyLatinLife for 20% off): https://courses.ameliaandjp.com/courses/ecuador-relocation-guide?ref=9fe576

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