travelgurl
American expat in Puerto Rico
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How you like your first storm? by ReyP
This is probably your first significant storm since your arrival in PR. Wait until tomorrow to answer. Are you scared or cool with it? Any damages? Any floods in your area? Did you loose electricity? Did they shut your water or the water coming out ...
I didn't even loose electricity. Woke up to the microwave clock still set. Seems all my prep (read buying some canned chicken, chips/salsa and 2 gallons of water) went to waste. I guess I am ready for the next one. Read More
American Football
So, this cable-less lass is in dire need for a football fix. Where might one find a friendly pub with the NFL package on any given Sunday? And just so I am not sent to some sort of east coast enclave of Jets and Giants, I am a southern girl who ... Read More
Best ways to safely transport pets to and fro Puerto Rico by DeborahMarchant
Hello What are some of the best ways to safely transport pets to and fro PR? Any great suggestions? Most commercial and major airlines won't fly animals when the temperature is above 85 degrees.This is because while their cargo hold is ...
Just landed today. United did an excellent job. My large dog (90lb) had to leave a day before me, crate that size can't fly 737. He flew to Newark, spent the night in pet hotel, and we were on the same flight to San Juan. I watched the whole ... Read More
Oh The Nerves by travelgurl
I move to San Juan in just 10 days. I am sending some boxes ahead, even though I was never able to activate a PO Box. Luckily, I ended up speaking with the Post Master in a station about the difficulty and he explained the issues and said send ...
First, thank you for such kind words of support. I know once I get there and settled, it is will just lovely. Timing has been the tricky part, indeed. I am pretty good at living simply (Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, so after two years in a mud ... Read More
Oh The Nerves
I move to San Juan in just 10 days. I am sending some boxes ahead, even though I was never able to activate a PO Box. Luckily, I ended up speaking with the Post Master in a station about the difficulty and he explained the issues and said send ... Read More
Cell Phone by travelgurl
I am trying to work out a new cell phone carrier before I move next month. I am currently on Verizon and have no desire to deal with Claro (they are trying to force that). I am trying to decide between Sprint and AT&T. I have heard that ...
Thank you so much valuable information. I do have one question, sorry if it is too obvious. So, instead of getting wired internet, some of you are just using the hotspots from your cell provider. Cost wise, how does this work out? How much data ... Read More
Cell Phone
I am trying to work out a new cell phone carrier before I move next month. I am currently on Verizon and have no desire to deal with Claro (they are trying to force that). I am trying to decide between Sprint and AT&T. I have heard that ... Read More
Tax Question by travelgurl
I will be moving to Puerto Rico in August. I am a Federal employee. I would like to retain my current state's residency (I may only be on the island for a year or so). I believe that because I am a Federal employee I must pay Federal tax. Is ...
I know it sounds silly, but I'd like to maintain my voting status by maintaining my current residency. Also, my current state does not have a state income tax. Read More
Tax Question
I will be moving to Puerto Rico in August. I am a Federal employee. I would like to retain my current state's residency (I may only be on the island for a year or so). I believe that because I am a Federal employee I must pay Federal tax. Is ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Dont 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 ...
Hello! I am moving to SJ in August, relocating for a job. Looking to live in Isla Verde, thoughts on a rental agent? I haven't been to PR yet, but am super excited. Any advice y'all have, happy to get it. I'll be bringing my big dog ... Read More