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wende

@wende

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American expat in Puerto Rico

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American

Lives in dorado

Speaks english

Registration: 30 August 2011

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wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Dreambig51

Planning to Move to Puerto Rico from New Jersey? by Dreambig51

I was offer a job in Caguas Puerto Rico and the income will be anywhere from 100,000 to 130,000? Is this a good enought income to live constable in Puerto Rico? I need some information about the best places to live Puerto Rico, Private Schools and ...

wende

there is a private school in Palmas - a great neighborhood with resort living. call my friend Lisa who can help you 787 638 3333 Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Dreambig51

Planning to Move to Puerto Rico from New Jersey? by Dreambig51

I was offer a job in Caguas Puerto Rico and the income will be anywhere from 100,000 to 130,000? Is this a good enought income to live constable in Puerto Rico? I need some information about the best places to live Puerto Rico, Private Schools and ...

wende

im not sure, usually depends son kids age. Tasis ranges from $8K - $14k per year. Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Dreambig51

Planning to Move to Puerto Rico from New Jersey? by Dreambig51

I was offer a job in Caguas Puerto Rico and the income will be anywhere from 100,000 to 130,000? Is this a good enought income to live constable in Puerto Rico? I need some information about the best places to live Puerto Rico, Private Schools and ...

wende

I don't know much about that area. Great international private schools are st johns (san Jaun), Baldwin (Guaynabo) and Tasis (Dorado). There is a nice development near there called Las Palmas. Check it out. Maybe they can make some ... Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Jonrod03

Looking for a place for 4 months by Jonrod03

My family and I will be going to Puerto Rico for 4 months just for vacation. We are having trouble finding a place to stay. We are looking at renting a 1 bedroom house or apartment as close to the beach as possible. We have a limited budget for rent ...

wende

Hi, try calling Alma, who rents many properties.... when do you arrive? Need it furnsished? wende alma 508 740 4690 Read More

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11 years ago
Familyof5

Moving to PR by Familyof5

Hello...we are a family with children that are planning on moving to the Dorado area. My husband will be working in Hato Rey. Can anyone tell me how the commute is? Thank you!

wende

check out [] A new relocation company that specializes in the Dorado area! Read More

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wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Familyof5

Moving to PR by Familyof5

Hello...we are a family with children that are planning on moving to the Dorado area. My husband will be working in Hato Rey. Can anyone tell me how the commute is? Thank you!

wende

Depends on the time... usually 45 minutes. But they are opening a new super highway speed lane (cost extra) shortly. My husband works in Guaynnabo and takes him usually 30-45 minutes at 7:30 am. Read More

wende
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11 years ago
trn

Living in Guaynabo by trn

Hello. I'm new to this forum. I have found the information here quite useful. Only surprise is there seems to be a bit more polarized views on living in PR versus other expats blogs I've read. My wife and I are considering a move to PR for a few ...

wende

what area of work? Background? wende Read More

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11 years ago
Christine

Rent a flat or a house in Puerto Rico by Christine

Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Puerto Rico. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Puerto Rico. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Which kinds of accommodation are ...

wende

Hi, I'm not very familiar with cabo rico, but if you can, rent a house if you are here short-term. Buy a car here. Moving cars back and forth to the states is difficult. There are a number of English speaking schools. The four best are 1. tasis ... Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
trn

Living in Guaynabo by trn

Hello. I'm new to this forum. I have found the information here quite useful. Only surprise is there seems to be a bit more polarized views on living in PR versus other expats blogs I've read. My wife and I are considering a move to PR for a few ...

wende

Hi, PR is a lovely island! I've lived here 4 years with my family. We have 3 children (my oldest has aspergers) he's in a mainstream private international school. the bad news is, that there is NO assistance through the private school system. ... Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
trn

Living in Guaynabo by trn

Hello. I'm new to this forum. I have found the information here quite useful. Only surprise is there seems to be a bit more polarized views on living in PR versus other expats blogs I've read. My wife and I are considering a move to PR for a few ...

wende

Yes, I am learning Spanish, I have taken 2 classes and try each day. My kids are also learning the language in school. It is also my understanding that in PR, all students take English in school. So, I have been fortunate that many Puerto Ricans ... Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Christine

Rent a flat or a house in Puerto Rico by Christine

Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Puerto Rico. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Puerto Rico. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Which kinds of accommodation are ...

wende

Dorado is only 30 miles from san juan, but depending on traffic can take an hour. They are building a new super bus/lane. not sure when it will be completed. Soon I hope! But it's worth it! Beach side, safe, large expat community! Not a lot of ... Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
Christine

Rent a flat or a house in Puerto Rico by Christine

Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Puerto Rico. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Puerto Rico. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Which kinds of accommodation are ...

wende

Hi, It all depends on your budget and the neighborhood. I can put you in contact with my realtor friend, Lisa Penfield you can get dorado del mar for $2000 or less Paseos $3000 - $5000 Sabanera $4000 + Dorado beach $5000 + per month Read More

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wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
snlkelleher

Considering a move to Dorado by snlkelleher

My husband and I are considering moving in January to Dorado with our 2 school age kids. I am looking for advice on what neighborhoods are best to meet new people and have a lot of children for our kids to play with. We will also be traveling to ...

wende

no, never heard of it. There is a newcomers group. They typically meet in san juan, but there's a break-out group in dorado for lunches, etc... There is also a MOPS in Dorado (moms of preschoolers) group. They meet twice a month. The local ... Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
snlkelleher

Considering a move to Dorado by snlkelleher

My husband and I are considering moving in January to Dorado with our 2 school age kids. I am looking for advice on what neighborhoods are best to meet new people and have a lot of children for our kids to play with. We will also be traveling to ...

wende

Lisa Penfield. She lives in Sabanera! 787 638 3333 Read More

wende
wende replied to a thread
11 years ago
snlkelleher

Considering a move to Dorado by snlkelleher

My husband and I are considering moving in January to Dorado with our 2 school age kids. I am looking for advice on what neighborhoods are best to meet new people and have a lot of children for our kids to play with. We will also be traveling to ...

wende

any time is fine. I think we are now on the same clock Read More