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American expat in Bolivia
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Lives in Santa Cruz
Registration: 20 May 2015
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Looking for accommodation - Recommend websites, agencies by ToBoliviaWithLove
Hello, I have been staying in a hotel in la Paz and I want to move to something less expensive and long term. Can people please recommend furnished rented accommodation (apartments) websites, agencies or landlords. Also, I do not know the city at ...
Let's try this again. Try airbnb dot com. Not knowing they restrict websites l do apologize.. That stands for air bed and breakfast. I have lived down here for year and half using that site where ever l go. Have lived in Samaipata, Sucre, and ... Read More
Looking for accommodation - Recommend websites, agencies by ToBoliviaWithLove
Hello, I have been staying in a hotel in la Paz and I want to move to something less expensive and long term. Can people please recommend furnished rented accommodation (apartments) websites, agencies or landlords. Also, I do not know the city at ...
I love using airbnb.com they not only have daily prices but many times owners list a monthly price. Very easy to use. Read More
Making phone calls in Bolivia by Maximilien
Hi, When settling in Bolivia, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Bolivia? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in advance for ...
I have found that by using Magic Jack that I purchased in the USA I can call all my friends and family back home. This works anywhere I can get WIFI as I just plug it into my laptop and the phone pad pops up with all my stored numbers on it. My ... Read More
Safety in Bolivia by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Bolivia? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I am so sorry you had such negative experience here in Bolivia. I am from the States and live here with an invalid daughter. I have even left my backpack that had her medicine and my computer in it, in the taxi and the driver returned it to me about ... Read More
Healthcare in Bolivia by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Bolivia ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Bolivia? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
Had the experience right away of having an emergency. My daughter fell and broke her femur. At the suggestion of some local expats they took us to CLINICA ANGEL FOIANINI which is the most expensive hospital in Santa Cruz, yet probably the best one. ... Read More