@Elcalipocho
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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About me
American
Lives in Aguadilla, Aguadilla
Speaks Spanish
Registration: 09 August 2017
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Traveling to SJ airport
With the quarantine still in effect.. Does anyone know what its like flying into SJ airport? Is it ‘normal’ or are there any extra screenings/restrictions when arriving? My goal is to get as quickly as possible to my home in Aguadilla Read More
Looking for feedback on the Aguada area by kaford
Greetings! Hope you are all safe and sound after the recent "shake up" ;) I am a professional woman in my forties looking to relocate to PR very soon. I am interested in purchasing a property in Barrio-Guaniquilla, Aguada. I am ...
Aguada is a nice area, although I prefer Aguadilla due to the location and more shopping and amenities. I am guessing both Aguada and Aguadilla will be next on expats list since Rincon is expensive. Read More
Earthquake in PR this AM by Sitka
Just getting reports of damage from a 5.8 earthquake on the south side of the island. Saw photos of some cement houses that were heavily damaged. We felt the shake early AM.
I was vacationing in Aguadilla the entire time. Which is opposite of the epicenter but we could still feel them!! It was a pretty wild experience, especially coming from a Californian that lived 10 years in the bay are where I never felt anything ... Read More
Electricity/Internet in Rincon by Austin-Rincon
Hi expat community. My husband, kids and I are planning a move to Rincón in Jan/early February. My husband and I can work remotely from anywhere, but I just want to check on the electrical/internet reliability in Rincon. I’ve read ...
As others have mentioned, you can also look into Aguada, Aguadilla, and Isabela. I have a home in Aguadilla and love it there. Overall the pace of life is slower and more laid back in PR compared to the mainland. I also like Aguadilla’s ... Read More
Who fishes, and what do you catch? Do you have a boat? by somnamblst
Looking to retire in Luquillo, and I am trying to gather info, for hubby, who does like fishing in the US (lakes). Looking for general info, especially as it relates to the eastern side of the island, beyond what I have observed of locals, either ...
I hear people fishing for snapper ‘chio’, smaller grouper ‘mero’, mahi, and various types of tuna. Read More
Possibly moving to Aguadilla, what’s it like there? by CloudyMentos
Greetings! Way new to Expat.com and this forum, but have a number of questions about life in Aguadilla. I might move there for work, won’t know if I can for a few weeks, and we were hoping for San Juan because they have a major airport, ...
Aguadilla is nice smaller town with things to do depending on what you are looking for. I own a house there and spend several weeks a year there, a couple of my friends spend half the year there. Mon-Weds it can be quiet, and there are no big ... Read More
Town you call home by ReyP
What town in PR are you living in or planing to move to?
Aguadilla! Read More
Furniture stores that deliver? by annabfalter
Hi, Has anyone had experience with furniture stores that deliver to the Guanica area on the main island? I am looking for a futon and a couple of beds, but we don't currently have a vehicle capable of hauling these items. I know there are ...
I’ve bought from Sears in Mayaguez... and home depot, there were no problems and there was ample communication to coordinate deliveries. I’ll be shopping at Berrios soon as well. Read More
Puerto Rico vs. Expat Havens in the Americas by seoulguy
I have read the posts, and I can see that many are a reflection of (let's face it) the increasing bad to shockingly bad behavior worldwide. This puts would-be expats in an awkward position, perhaps having to make the best choice among the many ...
I have two groups of retired friends that spend 6 months out of the year in Isabela/Aguadilla area and the other 6 months in California. They enjoy their time in PR so much they would spend even more time there, but they have family in California, ... Read More
Speeding ticket and the points system by cram1
So I just received a speeding ticket traveling on PR-66 from Fajardo to SJ. The officer said he clocked me going 79 mph in a 65. I am trying to figure out how to pay it. Doing to little research it seems I have to go to a "Colecture" or ...
I got a speeding ticket last week outside of Isabela. They said I was going 65 in 50 zone, but the speed limit on hwy 2 is confusing since there is no speed limit postings, and parts of it have stop light intersections. Anyways how do I take care of ... Read More
Exorbitant Contruction Materials Price by Elcalipocho
Has anyone been quoted/charged exorbitant contruction material prices after the hurricane? Materials like zinc and metal tubing? Had some friends replace patio covers destroyed after the hurricane... prices were ridiculous.. Like 3 times the price ...
Sitka, I’ve been waiting for one custom made window since March. The guy said they are struggling to get the materials to make it.. Little frustrating Read More
Exorbitant Contruction Materials Price by Elcalipocho
Has anyone been quoted/charged exorbitant contruction material prices after the hurricane? Materials like zinc and metal tubing? Had some friends replace patio covers destroyed after the hurricane... prices were ridiculous.. Like 3 times the price ...
Was talking to some other suppliers contractors today, they said there is a lot more supplies and materials now , so it sounds like the excuse by some to increase prices is just an excuse. Read More
Exorbitant Contruction Materials Price by Elcalipocho
Has anyone been quoted/charged exorbitant contruction material prices after the hurricane? Materials like zinc and metal tubing? Had some friends replace patio covers destroyed after the hurricane... prices were ridiculous.. Like 3 times the price ...
Makes we wonder how long they’ll use ‘Maria’ as an excuse to charge more for everything. Read More
Time Is Here To Buy by mrtibbs
Hello all, So the time is upon us to buy and we will be in Puerto Rico (our home away from home) in a couple of weeks to start looking at properties. Initially, we were going to make a cash purchase but have decided it'd be wiser for our ...
I own a vacation home in Aguadilla, and several of my friends do as well. I really love the area, and the geographic location. It seems the city’s location on the bay protects it from the more rough currents and wind compared to Isabela and ... Read More
Exorbitant Contruction Materials Price
Has anyone been quoted/charged exorbitant contruction material prices after the hurricane? Materials like zinc and metal tubing? Had some friends replace patio covers destroyed after the hurricane... prices were ridiculous.. Like 3 times the price ... Read More