@Dawndoro
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Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
@ReyP so that's their loss but how does that give anyone the right to accuse them as being bad for Puerto Rico? That's my point. Are you telling me that there are NO locals who enjoy mainly staying home with their families and neighbors? I ... Read More
Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
Expat: "a person who lives in a foreign country" When I joined expat.com I expected to find a place of helpful advice and sense of community. I notice more and more of these threads degrading into snide comments. If someone wants to take ... Read More
Medical plans in PR. by ReyP
You may want to check this web site that list all sorts of medicals plans available in the island. http://www.medicospr.com/planes-medicos-puerto-rico/0.html 2 pieces of advice: 1) Make sure that the doctors and hospitals covered are convenient to ...
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Medical plans in PR. by ReyP
You may want to check this web site that list all sorts of medicals plans available in the island. http://www.medicospr.com/planes-medicos-puerto-rico/0.html 2 pieces of advice: 1) Make sure that the doctors and hospitals covered are convenient to ...
Great info thanks! We will need to get something soon... By extra taxes are you referring to Obamacare or something else? For some reason I thought if you lived here in Puerto Rico you were exempt from Obamacare? Read More
Moving to PR by IowatoPR
Hello! Moving from Iowa to Puerto Rico this fall. My husband and I are beginning our search in the Dorado area, but I would love any other there recommendations for safe, fun and a sense of community. I speak polite Spanish and like to stay ...
Not sure if this helps, but....we brought our cat with us and we flew Southwest when moving here...had to buy their approved soft sided carrier for $75 and it cost another $95 to have her ride under the seat...but they did not ask for any paperwork, ... Read More
my 3 kids & I want to Move to Puerto Rico but the situation worries me by Leyito
Any advice if this is a good move for me? I'm going to start school Aug. 25th, I'm going for Audio Engineering and Cinematography. My kids are 15, 13 & 11 YO. They don't speak english but I do, I was born and raised in the Island...
It's with Penn Foster out of Pennsylvania. It's about $1000 for the entire high school program if you pay up front -or you can make monthly payments as low as $50. It was the most affordable option I found that was both accredited and ... Read More
my 3 kids & I want to Move to Puerto Rico but the situation worries me by Leyito
Any advice if this is a good move for me? I'm going to start school Aug. 25th, I'm going for Audio Engineering and Cinematography. My kids are 15, 13 & 11 YO. They don't speak english but I do, I was born and raised in the Island...
I think everyone is giving accurate info here...just figured I'd pipe in with our experience...and to forewarn you I am biased...I love living here! Moving from the Denver area a year ago...sure there are jobs, but ....we left behind ... Read More
Strike on May 1st?? by Dawndoro
Just wondering what everyone has heard regarding a possible strike that could start on May 1st and possibly effect everything from utilities to travel ...??
Opinions?... I have a guest visiting for just a few days from the states...I was going to take her to Old San Juan tomorrow, but am concerned now that might be a problem. Unfortunately with the weather we don't have many other ... Read More
Strike on May 1st?? by Dawndoro
Just wondering what everyone has heard regarding a possible strike that could start on May 1st and possibly effect everything from utilities to travel ...??
No power in Rio Grande area since around 5 am...strike related? Read More
Strike on May 1st?? by Dawndoro
Just wondering what everyone has heard regarding a possible strike that could start on May 1st and possibly effect everything from utilities to travel ...??
Thanks! 😊 Read More
Strike on May 1st?? by Dawndoro
Just wondering what everyone has heard regarding a possible strike that could start on May 1st and possibly effect everything from utilities to travel ...??
Thanks @ReyP....So from what I understand..we might want to prepare almost the same as for a hurricane??? Read More
Strike on May 1st??
Just wondering what everyone has heard regarding a possible strike that could start on May 1st and possibly effect everything from utilities to travel ...?? Read More
Plebiscite by frogrock
Hi Rey and everyone else. I am looking for the pros and cons of the three choices in the upcoming plebiscite. Preferably more on an intellectual level, as opposed to opinions filled with emotional fever. Preferably in English, but will translate ...
Thanks for the insight as usual @ReyP😊 Read More
Plebiscite by frogrock
Hi Rey and everyone else. I am looking for the pros and cons of the three choices in the upcoming plebiscite. Preferably more on an intellectual level, as opposed to opinions filled with emotional fever. Preferably in English, but will translate ...
Thanks for the question @frogrock and the info @reyp. I'm not concerned, just curious ...how results would effect us as homeowners here...and how much of an exodus/influx there would be. When would the results take effect? Sorry if these ... Read More
Suggestions for Vieques by Journeyandbeyond
I have not been to Vieques since 2003. A friend is coming to PR to visit and we wan to take the Ferry there on April 10th and stay for one night. Anybody with suggestions on where to stay that is not too pricey yet not a dump? Also what to do ...
Just my experience...we went back in November to Vieques and brought our minivan. The key was we bought our tickets a few days in advance so there was no problem. There is an office for advance tickets across the street from the ferry ... Read More