Guayaquil - Post Report Question and Answers
What is the relative size of the expatriate community? How would you describe overall morale among expatriates?
It is not a large community beyond the consulate, but we have made a number of friends from other countries and Ecuador. It is a good life here with many options for activities. Travel around the country, to the mountains, beaches and regional sights is a true gift. This culture is fascinating. The people are warm and friendly. We have lots of helpful interactions and thoroughly enjoy living here. Low cost of living. Put the hardship differential in your pocket. Phenomenal quality of life and home. We live quite well and would not have the lifestyle we have if we lived in the States (housekeeper, gardener, massage therapist, yogi, etc.). - Aug 2022
This is a small/midsize post. There's no community except the Americans at the Consulate. - Jun 2022
There are very few expats aside from those of us who work at the Consulate. Morale is good but people tend to find their groups and stick with them. - Oct 2020
Very small. There are very few international missions in Guayaquil. Morale is pretty high! - Feb 2019
Small. - Jun 2013
Small. There is limited social interaction other than with Americans. - May 2013
Not too big. - Jan 2012
Almost non-existent. - Aug 2011
