renwilson
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Registration: 30 June 2016
COVID-19 and expatriation in Puerto Rico by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Puerto Rico, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
The COVID crisis has definitely postponed my expatriation to PR which is scheduled for this summer. However, it also makes me second guess the move completely as I am concerned about the overall infrastructure of the island (i,e government, ... Read More
4 Months Living in Puerto Rico...This is what I have learned so far by hct408
I wrote a post a couple months ago detailing my thoughts on Puerto Rico after having lived here for three weeks. We are now four months into our stay here and I have more to add. I guess, I want to point out that I think of expats who live here as ...
Citylist, from my experience, you鈥檒l need to know which barrio/municipality. you鈥檙e in. If you have good cell service, oftentimes google maps worked for us. Read More
4 Months Living in Puerto Rico...This is what I have learned so far by hct408
I wrote a post a couple months ago detailing my thoughts on Puerto Rico after having lived here for three weeks. We are now four months into our stay here and I have more to add. I guess, I want to point out that I think of expats who live here as ...
Yea Rey, I have checked Clasificados (have the app), point2homes, zillowrentals, and encuentra24.com for a 6mos - yr rental. Still looking though. Read More
4 Months Living in Puerto Rico...This is what I have learned so far by hct408
I wrote a post a couple months ago detailing my thoughts on Puerto Rico after having lived here for three weeks. We are now four months into our stay here and I have more to add. I guess, I want to point out that I think of expats who live here as ...
Summer鈥檚 almost here and we are getting ready for PR! We are looking for a 2bd rm furnished gated community rental in the Fajardo or Ceiba area if anyone knows of anything. Thanks Read More
Moving to PR by ReyP
Well we gave up on the Ceiba house we were planing to purchase. The plan was to sell some stocks and use the money to buy the house cash. However there were a lot of delays (since July) due to the seller realtor and a problem with the land ...
That sounds wonderful! We looked at a house in Cieba and put an offer in ( I may have posted about it some time ago). The house was a great deal but I was nervous about the purchase. Needless to say the owner initially rejected our counter offer but ... Read More
Family living abroad in Puerto Rico, Where to live? by Travelingwave
Hi, My family is planning on living a year abroad in Puerto Rico. We are an active young family (7 years, 5 years, and 1 year old). We are looking for the area to live that best fits our family needs. We would be renting a place. Our goal of ...
Thanks. Any other ideal locations then? Read More
Family living abroad in Puerto Rico, Where to live? by Travelingwave
Hi, My family is planning on living a year abroad in Puerto Rico. We are an active young family (7 years, 5 years, and 1 year old). We are looking for the area to live that best fits our family needs. We would be renting a place. Our goal of ...
Hey everyone. I know it's been a while since I've posted. Rey, I see you've made it! Well, we are right behind. To recap, hubby and I planned to move to PR 4 yrs ago but decided to wait until our youngest graduates as we decided against ... Read More
We're OK! by Gary
Short update - I don't have time to read. Right now at a client who has internet and I have a ton of emails to take care of. Trying to get the business running again... We made it through the storm OK. Minimal damage to the house, we lost two ...
That is so great to hear Gary. May God bless you, your family and everyone in PR! You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Read More
Any Free English Speaking Schools in PR? by Leyito
I'm very worried about my kids education when we get there, they don't speak english I suppose to start school on Aug 25.
Check out this site livinginpuertorico.com/best-private-schools/ When we visited last summer we were told all public schools are spanish-speaking with one hour of English taught. Many islanders we encountered spoke little English and admitted they ... Read More
Is moving to Puerto Rico a good idea? by GuestPoster158
Hello everyone, I am born and raised Nuyorican, I believe the first of my generation to be born in the states. A good majority of my family have made that move to the mainland as well. I am currently in the cold and gloomy state of Washington. ...
Thanks Rey. I'll find out who that is and ask. I didn't find much info. But about old caves or so. Just want to know if the area is low key really and I don't have to drive 30 mins. for groceries. Read More
Is moving to Puerto Rico a good idea? by GuestPoster158
Hello everyone, I am born and raised Nuyorican, I believe the first of my generation to be born in the states. A good majority of my family have made that move to the mainland as well. I am currently in the cold and gloomy state of Washington. ...
Hey All, it's me again. I haven't posted in a while but I've been reading all the good info. especially from Rey P. My family and I went back to PR this past Spring Break. we looked at another house; a foreclosure that proved to be ... Read More
Iguanas being collected and sold?? by Dawndoro
I was wondering if anyone else had heard about this and/or has any thoughts about this... In the Fajardo-Luquillo-Rio Grande area, I had recently felt like I noticed a decline in my usual sightings of especially the larger Iguanas. Then last night ...
I am not sure but my husband and I were there back in July and went to the Indian Caves in Arecibo. A guide there told us they caught and ate them! Upon return back to the airport, my husband told the cab driver about it and he responded with ... Read More
Coming Soon for a visit and need advice by renwilson
My husband and I are looking to retire to PR in a year and will be down to visit the island next month. I'm a new member here and need advice on good real estate agents (for house rental) and the best locations to consider near the San Juan ...
Okay so some time has past since our trip to PR as well. As first timers we opted to stay at the Wyndham in Isle Verde, Carolina. We had a car rental and met up with a realtor who we followed to a condo in Fajardo. It was decent and we liked the ... Read More
My upcoming move! by purplesugar
[color=#d62ff0]Hi everyone! First, I want to thank everyone on this site for answering so many of my questions in the past and for all of the other posts that I've read through that have provided tons of good information! I posted a few months ...
Okay so some time has past since our trip to PR as well. As first timers we opted to stay at the Wyndham in Isle Verde, Carolina. We had a car rental and met up with a realtor who we followed to a condo in Fajardo. It was decent and we liked the ... Read More
Negative feedback regarding move to PR by smithcgc
I'm planning a move to Spain or PR in a year. Im looking to perfect my Spanish and experience some city/in town living. Currently I'm leaning towards Spain because I get so many negative comments regarding life in PR, uch as, the crime is ...
Be sure to visit Old San Juan if haven't done so. The old Forts are amazing. Also if you can take a trip to Cueva del Indios in Arecibo, you will love the old caves. It's worth the drive. It costs 5 bucks, take a cold water and wear sneakers ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi, I am Renette (Ren), an artist and art educator. My husband and I are considering moving to PR. We are unsure as to what municipality as of yet but we're interested in being within a VA hospital and close to a beach. Read More
Coming Soon for a visit and need advice by renwilson
My husband and I are looking to retire to PR in a year and will be down to visit the island next month. I'm a new member here and need advice on good real estate agents (for house rental) and the best locations to consider near the San Juan ...
Thanks! I will check out the link. Read More
Coming Soon for a visit and need advice by renwilson
My husband and I are looking to retire to PR in a year and will be down to visit the island next month. I'm a new member here and need advice on good real estate agents (for house rental) and the best locations to consider near the San Juan ...
Thank you all for your responses. My husband does not go to the VA but a few times yearly. We are considering moving to PR as it is part of the US so there will be no extensive need for visa status etc. I am unsure as to what is the best area to ... Read More
Coming Soon for a visit and need advice
My husband and I are looking to retire to PR in a year and will be down to visit the island next month. I'm a new member here and need advice on good real estate agents (for house rental) and the best locations to consider near the San Juan ... Read More