SabraIsComing
American looking for information about Nicaragua
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Lives in Vacaville, CA
Registration: 21 October 2014
Moving FROM Nicaragua by SabraIsComing
Hello. Just a heads up for seniors.... Please be advised that it is basically hotter than the hinges of Hades in the Central and South American countries. If you are a senior on sun or heat sensitive meds, you would be well advised to seek a more ...
It's a 3rd world country Hot Poor Smelly Dirty Beautiful Full of scorpions. And no, it's not all relative ! That's my story and I'm stickin' to it !! Read More
Moving FROM Nicaragua by SabraIsComing
Hello. Just a heads up for seniors.... Please be advised that it is basically hotter than the hinges of Hades in the Central and South American countries. If you are a senior on sun or heat sensitive meds, you would be well advised to seek a more ...
You're welcome, Pancho !! (And it was so nice not to get jumped on for telling the truth ....big grin) Sign me Loving it back in the states ! Read More
Moving FROM Nicaragua
Hello. Just a heads up for seniors.... Please be advised that it is basically hotter than the hinges of Hades in the Central and South American countries. If you are a senior on sun or heat sensitive meds, you would be well advised to seek a more ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Nicaragua by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Nicaragua. What ...
Hi. I went for life, stayed a month. Yes, that is enough time to get a feel for the place. At least. It was enough time for me to say, "Great place to visit but I WOULDN'T WANT TO LIVE THERE!!!" :) Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Nicaragua by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Nicaragua. What ...
Thanks!! Will do. (But what about the heat? Mine was due to a sun-sensitive med I have to take so heat was twice as bad for me. Had to take cold showers all day to lower body temp. It was hellish. ) But thanks again. Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Nicaragua by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Nicaragua. What ...
Culture shock? It was a shock, indeed. First I was shocked by the sheer beauty. I could swim as far out as I pleased and it was lovely. The birdsong. The sunsets. Pelican Eye aqua aerobics to die for. The simplicity of life. Shopping for ... Read More
Driving in Nicaragua by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Nicaragua? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving ...
If I thought the roads were getting crazy in America, I was in for a shock here! What I saw in Rivas last week was throwin'-it-off-the-edge suicidal !! I saw old men and women up along side a moving bus missing it by INCHES. Whatzzup with ... Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Thank you, Anne. I appreciate the help and will call Juan. However, this does not look like a valid phone number (011521664228111) Have you got a # for this guy? Or what company he works for?? Thx, Sabra Read More
find a quaint fishing village close to SMA by SabraIsComing
Hi. My name is Sabra and I live in California. It is Paradise. But the rising costs for seniors is hellish. So since I basically grew up in Mexico or closest thing to it....I'd like to find TNBT, The Next Big Thing. An avid fisherman, I ...
The problem I'm finding is that Americans have to pay the entire purchase price and I only have a down of about half of what I'm finding for sale. How are rentals in your town? Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel by SabraIsComing
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel?
Thank you....just what I needed. Looking into Baja as well if you have any contacts. Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
You are a Godsend ! But..............are you for real? You really did all this "at your age"?! You sound just like my mother. And me. It's MY TURN for an adventure and since my last boyfriend goes to see his family all the time in ... Read More
find a quaint fishing village close to SMA by SabraIsComing
Hi. My name is Sabra and I live in California. It is Paradise. But the rising costs for seniors is hellish. So since I basically grew up in Mexico or closest thing to it....I'd like to find TNBT, The Next Big Thing. An avid fisherman, I ...
Hi, Cindy~ Please let me know if you would be willing to walk me through a move there. I just rescinded an offer on a condo in Vallejo, CA and would much rather pack it in and do what I want....move to Mexico. How do I get in touch with the ... Read More
Living in Rosarito Beach, Baja Ca, Mex by paxvobiscum
If you want to live well, in a Pacific coastal town, semi arid, never too hot or cold, no poisonous insects or snakes, about 40 minutes from San Diego USA, tranquil, affordable and safe...then move here. I've travelled all over Mexico, even ...
Did I knock SMA ? :/ If I did, I certainly didn't mean to! I would love to live either place....I know next to nothing about both. Salud ! Read More
Living in Rosarito Beach, Baja Ca, Mex by paxvobiscum
If you want to live well, in a Pacific coastal town, semi arid, never too hot or cold, no poisonous insects or snakes, about 40 minutes from San Diego USA, tranquil, affordable and safe...then move here. I've travelled all over Mexico, even ...
:) <<< Fishing maniac. I would love nothing more than to match or surpass my sister in laws monster marlin taken in ALL BY HERSELF. Read More
Living in Rosarito Beach, Baja Ca, Mex by paxvobiscum
If you want to live well, in a Pacific coastal town, semi arid, never too hot or cold, no poisonous insects or snakes, about 40 minutes from San Diego USA, tranquil, affordable and safe...then move here. I've travelled all over Mexico, even ...
Move to Baja....I have a friend who goes to San Diego all the time. Get a condo ON THE BEACH and I'll split it with you, perhaps. BUT.............strictly platonic and financially secure situation. I'm ready to go. (The ONLY reason I was ... Read More
Living in Rosarito Beach, Baja Ca, Mex by paxvobiscum
If you want to live well, in a Pacific coastal town, semi arid, never too hot or cold, no poisonous insects or snakes, about 40 minutes from San Diego USA, tranquil, affordable and safe...then move here. I've travelled all over Mexico, even ...
I like the way you think! However, I am Charismatic....charismatica? But my original destination was retiring in Baja. Husband said No. But .... I can go there now. Is it over run with thugs, drugs, and worse....Americans who can't speak a ... Read More
find a quaint fishing village close to SMA by SabraIsComing
Hi. My name is Sabra and I live in California. It is Paradise. But the rising costs for seniors is hellish. So since I basically grew up in Mexico or closest thing to it....I'd like to find TNBT, The Next Big Thing. An avid fisherman, I ...
Thanks, Rick. Your info has been a big help. SMA is sort of like an anchor for me. Relatives live there but I don't know them well. Still, they are very loving, generous people from what I can tell and so that security feels ...well, ... Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel by SabraIsComing
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel?
Who put that stupid icon on my post? I didn't ! Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel by SabraIsComing
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel?
Hi, Tricia I have been told the same thing: go there and look around personally for a few days and then make your move. But I am not so sure I feel safe travelling alone in this crazy world anymore. So yes, I would't mind going down perhaps ... Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel by SabraIsComing
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel?
Sure. Let me know what you are doing and when. I'm sort of planning/sort of flying by the seat of my pants. Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Where does one find this "San Miguel de Allende civil list"? Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
"We carry our homes inside ourselves"....you can have peace anywhere, can't you? But I understand what you are saying....it's the whole lifestyle thing: if you lived in a Detroit neighborhood with prostitutes on the street corner ... Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Talk to me about Vietnam....it is a possibility for me as well as Mexico. We can swap some info as I was raised Hispanic. Tip of Texas, raised by a "wetback" who swam the Rio Grande. Interesting place, Mexico ! Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel by SabraIsComing
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel?
What is a Civil List and where do I find it? Read More
find a quaint fishing village close to SMA
Hi. My name is Sabra and I live in California. It is Paradise. But the rising costs for seniors is hellish. So since I basically grew up in Mexico or closest thing to it....I'd like to find TNBT, The Next Big Thing. An avid fisherman, I ... Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel by SabraIsComing
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel?
That's a bit pricey! What a way to look, huh? Well, I would definitely have to be packed up here and ready to go on a moment's notice then. Just tie up loose ends and vamoose, as they say. Can you suggest a RE agent who would be willing ... Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi, I appreciate your time. My inquiries are very serious. It's time I seriously considered moving there. My brother in law's parents live in SMA but he is a doctor so he/they can afford to live there. I grew up in ... Read More
How to select an apartment for rent in San Miguel
Hi. I tried to find a realtor to help get the process of finding a new home going but it is frustrating. May as well just jump right in. Anybody know a good apartment community of expats there in San Miguel? Read More