For many years Ecuador was one of the top destinations for people wishing to retire overseas. There are a lot of expats living there. I hope that they don’t regret their decision.
I remember all of the HGTV International episodes. Lots of people moved to the coast of Ecuador after/during the Great Recession.
I recall looking on line that you could buy an ocean front condo for $150K of less and a house for $250K or less directly on the Pacific Ocean.
I also recall that the realtor was an expatriot surfer dude that said you could get all new kitchen cabinets made for $2000 made from SA hardwoods.