About the Site
This is a blog focused on moving to and living in Cuenca, Ecuador. It is geared towards people born 1946 to 1964. They are the generational group that has had a significant impact on society, be it the economy or social norms. The Boomers are a unique and pioneering generation, breaking ground and opening new doors. Now, this generation is doing something that previous ones have never done en masse: Live out their lives outside the U.S. and Canada.
About Stephen Vargha
Cuenca has been in my heart since I visited it in 2011. I was only 53 years old, but something told me I would be returning.
This journalist enjoys contributing to his community. It is why I am the Asistente de Información Pública for Orquesta Sinfónica de Cuenca. It is an unpaid position for this excellent symphony. Read more
Una Nueva Vida – A New Life
You may have seen it (Cuenca).
You may have thought about it (Cuenca).
There are over 80 professional-quality photos shot by me to give you a clear ‘picture’ about life in this historic mountain city.
And I guarantee you my book will give you food for thought concerning things you had not thought about. Read more
Stephen’s Blog
Explore Beyond the Usual and Typical Places
“Adventure is allowing the unexpected to happen to you. Exploration is experiencing what you have not experienced before. How can there be any...
A Museum Is a Place Where One Should Lose One’s Head
“Museums are wormholes to other worlds. They are ecstasy machines. Follow your eyes to wherever they lead you…and the world should begin to change...
Cuenca: Smart and Sustainable
“A methodology and overall score gratifying to this city planner's heart!” ~Gil Castle My very good friend in Cuenca, Gil Castle, has to be...
World Class City
For over a decade, Cuenca has had a worldwide image that is very positive. Various agencies try to capitalize on it, including Fundación Municipal...
Retire at 62 and Move to Cuenca?
“Should I take Social Security at 62 or wait?” ~Newspaper Headline What is a headline like this doing in a blog about Cuenca? Because it affects...
Be Brave. Explore. Enjoy.
“Never be a prisoner of your past. Become the architect of your future. You will never be the same.” ~Robin Sharma, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: A...
Cuenca Christmas
"I love Christmas, not just because of the presents but because of all the decorations and lights and the warmth of the season." ~Ashley Tisdale...
Cuenca’s Communities
“Enthusiasm for my neighborhood makes up about 80 percent of my personality.” ~Adrienne So I came across an article written by Adrienne So, a senior...
The English Speaking Newspaper in Cuenca
“The function of journalism is, primarily, to uncover vital new information in the public interest and to put that information in a context so that...