@joysarnelli
American expat in Puerto Rico
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American
Lives in Arecibo
Registration: 20 September 2010
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Mobile card reader by Spencerazac
I live in Puerto Rico, and make my own jewelry and sell it in various locations, I'm looking to expand my business to allow for credit cards instead of cash only, does anybody know how I can get A mobile card reader here in Puerto Rico. In the ...
"ATH Móvil" is an app that you can use here in PR to send and receive payments. It is quite popular among small merchants here and very easy to use. It is not a card reader, though. It connects to your bank account. I use it on my ... Read More
Which beaches in PR have public outdoor showers? by bonu
Which beaches in PR have public outdoor showers, after you get done swimming, such as to wash off the salt and sand? Beach name? City located? Price or is it free to use the shower?
Playa Montones in Isabela has outdoor showers, but to use them you have to pay $10 to park in the resort lot and use the facilities. Crashboat in Aguadilla has outdoor showers. They are free. Read More
Name on drivers license by Dawndoro
Hello! Dawn here...moved with the fam to Fajardo about a month ago, went through the wonderful procedure only to see my maiden name on my license...she indicated because that's what my birth certificate said...no mind my SS card! I have figured ...
I know this is an old topic, but I just wanted to agree with what another member said about NOT using mother's name or father's name, because this is so important. When I first came to PR I didn't understand that it was customary for ... Read More
culture of lazy crooks by buckmaker
I have lived full time in PR for two years and I have not read this forum since before I moved. I came for one reason (tax incentive that the govt has all but renegged on). I had three years of Spanish in school many years ago and most who know me ...
Buckmaker, I couldn't disagree with you more. But you have my deepest sympathies, as I'm sure you find the same type of people wherever you go. Joy Read More
Grain alcohol in Puerto Rico?
Does anyone know if grain alcohol is sold in Puerto Rico, and if so, where can i buy it? When we lived in NY we were able to drive to NJ and purchase a brand called Everclear, 95% alcohol by volume (190 proof). The airlines classify it as a ... Read More
Requirements for dog entry into PR by bribri1913
Does anyone know the requirements for a dog to enter Puerto Rico? I have been researching this site and only have found discussions based on airline travel. I need to know the shot requirements and if they quarantine? Every site I find contradicts ...
ReyP, No, there are no veterinary schools in Puerto Rico. All veterinarians receive their education off island. I know that Tuskegee University provides a number of scholarships to Puerto Rican students who are interested in becoming veterinarians. ... Read More
Requirements for dog entry into PR by bribri1913
Does anyone know the requirements for a dog to enter Puerto Rico? I have been researching this site and only have found discussions based on airline travel. I need to know the shot requirements and if they quarantine? Every site I find contradicts ...
If you're coming from the states, there is no quarantine and the only requirements are the health certificate that is required by the airline (which will include a fecal test and some vaccines). But I do rrecommend that you do all your necessary ... Read More
Coffee in PR - Tours and farm info? by Sitka
We love Puerto Rico coffee. I think it is great, in fact, just poured a cup of Yaucano for my AM fix. Anyone here have experience or knowledge of PR coffee plantations or farms? We would love to explore some of the PR farms and buy great ...
I proudly drank Yaucono coffee, too. Until a Puerto Rican friend pointed out that Yaucono isn't actually Puerto Rican! She sent me a graphic that shows the coffee brands that are grown in Puerto Rico, but I can't figure out how to attach it, ... Read More
NEED FEEDBACK FOR ANY GOOD/BAD DOG BOARDING EXPERIENCES by Prilszer
Hola Puerto Rico Based familia, Been M.I.A for quite some while. Due to Elder-Care responsibilities for my father who suffers from Parkinson's Disease, I've been consumed with lots of stress, but do log in time to time to stay somewhat ...
Hola Jose, We're neighbors - my husband and I live in Hatillo, too! If you have time during your upcoming visit and want to get together, let me know. We board our dogs at the Arecibo Veterinary Clinic, visible from the highway right at the end ... Read More
Service dogs by Lulu822
I am moving to Puerto Rico. We bought a house fenced in I have a service dog. Can I bring him in to Puerto Rico. Dies Puerto Rico honor. The Americans with Disabilities act.
That is great advice. "Pit Bull" is not actually a breed. The health certificate required for travel will list the breed of the dog, or an educated guess as to the dog's mix, as determined by the veterinarian who fills out the ... Read More
Driving Ruta Panoramica by hturner12
Is this a thing to do
It's truly gorgeous. But pack food and beverages (there's a coffee plantation along the way but it was closed when we went), and pray that it doesn't rain (unless you enjoy driving on flooded mountain roads.) Read More
So many questions before accepting a job in Aguadilla, PR. by HinkleyK
I apologize in advance if this gets a little scattered...it seems to be the way my mind functions lately :) A little background: My husband and I have two kids, a 5 (almost 6) year old boy and a 2 (almost 3) month old baby girl and a (almost) year ...
I copied your post and put my reply after each question. I hope this info helps. Joy 1. We are not city people, we found that out real quick in my husbands adventures in the Navy. I work for the county Prosecuting Attorney so I am a little ... Read More
Sports in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Puerto Rico? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one ...
Running is very popular here, as well as bicycling. Surfing and kayaking, of course. And I'm sure tennis 🎾 will move to the top of the list for a while at least! Not sure if fishing and scuba diving count as sports, but they are ... Read More
The exploratory trip i s a go for Sept 7 thru 21 by hturner12
Airfare booked lodging booked rental reserved extended parking in Tampa booked. Hello all As you can see the logistics of getting there are done. The purpose of this trip is to determine if we want to make the move next year. We would like to ...
If you are planning to be in the Arecibo area during the last week of your trip, my husband and I would be happy to show you some of the beautiful sights and introduce you to friends! Joy Read More
Anyone know of a great Optometrist? by Karenqc
I need someone that has current equipment/technology and can adequately fit Gas Permeable contact lens wearers. Any help will be MUCH appreciated.
In Arecibo, Dr. Luis Montalvo Bonilla, MD is an excellent ophthalmologist. He owns the Centro Oftalmológico de Arecibo. I don't know specifically if he has what you need, but his offices are state of the art so I would expect that he does. ... Read More