Al
@westernprguy
American expat in Puerto Rico
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63
Contacts
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About me
American
Lives in Las Marias
Speaks English. Very bad Spanish.
Registration: 09 January 2015
Dating and finding love as an expat in Puerto Rico
Are you serious??!! Haven't you seen West Side Story??!!! :D Read More
How do I pay a parking ticket? by mlb03
Hi all, I moved here in July and my husband managed to get a parking ticket shortly after arriving. I tried to pay it today by going to one of the places listed here: ...
You need to take the ticket to any town's colecturia. That is where one pays tickets. Read More
Dating options in PR? by Oxmarqt
First off...Hello. At some point in the next few years I would like to purchase a 2nd home/Condo/whatever in Puerto Rico that will eventually become a main home. I prefer the West half of the Island but not locked into anything. I am currently ...
People are people, but honestly, this culture is so friendlier than most. Meeting people is easy. Read More
Dating options in PR? by Oxmarqt
First off...Hello. At some point in the next few years I would like to purchase a 2nd home/Condo/whatever in Puerto Rico that will eventually become a main home. I prefer the West half of the Island but not locked into anything. I am currently ...
Have you seen West Side Story? :D Read More
Installing a mailbox on a road with no name by richvide0
It felt good to be out of the rain In the desert you can remember your name 'Cause there ain't no one for to give you no pain Now everyone! "La la laaa la lalalala la laaa laaa la" I live in the Las Piñas sector of Barrio ...
Go to your local post office and describe where you live. They will put you in touch with the local "hired carrier" who will give you an HC number to use as your address. Have done this twice here. Read More
Postal address vs physical address by GuestPoster114896
Hello everyone! So we are moving next week but there are a few boxes we've decided to ship last minute via postal mail. I was given a physical address to the condo as well as a post office address that the realtor explained was for letters. But ...
I've had the same experience and solution as Gary. Amazon cannot tell you how any one package will be sent, i.e. by UPS or US Mail, so fitting both physical address and p.o. box onto the address lines worked for me. It also helps to meet the ... Read More
Observations of 3 month visit by 35th
Rented a condo in Boquerón this Spring, 90 days. My base for exploration seeking RE purchase in SW PR. General observations, and my opinions, of the SW area, and western hilly or "mountain" areas NW--Lares, San Sebastian, Moca. Not ...
I can agree with most of this. I don't think the roads are THAT bad though, but maybe I'm just accustomed to them now. I've seen worse ones in Kentucky. (But sounds like he's overpaying for his pinchos.) But the great sense of ... Read More
Believe the news or not by Jyee
Family here at home in CA are concerned about our move, especially with what the news shows about demonstrators etc.. Has anyone had any problems with pro Independence Party people ?
Nope, never had politics enter into any interaction in 10 years. Maybe I'm oblivious, but it's never been an issue. Some of my friends ridicule the demonstrations, some join them, but it all seems to be less than 100% serious & with an ... Read More
Anyone want to start a Facebook group? by Karenqc
So...we have a handful of Rincon FB pages (the main one with 10k+!!) but nothing island wide. I'm noticing more and more of you gringos moving over here and thought maybe we should produce something. I can help maintain it, but I don't want ...
Did you find me, Allan? Read More
Anyone want to start a Facebook group? by Karenqc
So...we have a handful of Rincon FB pages (the main one with 10k+!!) but nothing island wide. I'm noticing more and more of you gringos moving over here and thought maybe we should produce something. I can help maintain it, but I don't want ...
Member readable only sounds preferable to me. Read More
Beer in Western P.R. by muchmore
Ok. Getting down to the essentials. Where can a guy buy Miller High Life (you know...the great tasting full-bodied cheap beer in the gold can) in Western Puerto Rico....and as equally important...why and when did Medallia cans get so darned small?
I might suggest Dylan's BierGarten in Hatillo. They have two locations, one in the campo attracts a slightly older crowd, decent munchies (& karaoke) but a fine selection of beers. Their in-town location attracts a younger, beachy crowd ... Read More
Whats happening? by muchmore
Ok. I'm a newbie here. Old-school reformed.. not quite hippy (back-in-the-day) and am cool still. I think so anyway...and I'm the one who actually counts. Ok. As a 62 year old somewat non a hole with slightly blurry vision...and too lazy to ...
But seriously, welcome aboard, amigo. Read More
Whats happening? by muchmore
Ok. I'm a newbie here. Old-school reformed.. not quite hippy (back-in-the-day) and am cool still. I think so anyway...and I'm the one who actually counts. Ok. As a 62 year old somewat non a hole with slightly blurry vision...and too lazy to ...
Yes, it is in the by-laws, an obligation of anyone who has joined this forum. Aren't new members posting about tats also required to buy the beer at the next meeting? Read More
Whats happening? by muchmore
Ok. I'm a newbie here. Old-school reformed.. not quite hippy (back-in-the-day) and am cool still. I think so anyway...and I'm the one who actually counts. Ok. As a 62 year old somewat non a hole with slightly blurry vision...and too lazy to ...
I think by posting about the tat, you have now obligated yourself into posting a pic when it's finished. Read More
Hurricane Season 2017 by Justpeachyy
Here's a link of the article [url]https://www.google.com/amp/s/weather.com/amp/storms/hurricane/news/2017-hurricane-season-forecast-atlantic-colorado-state-the-weather-company-may.html[/url] So far they have predicted: -Eleven to 17 named ...
Dramatic storms yesterday and today here in the Oeste in Las Marias. Not sure how it rained into the windows from all 4 sides of my house. If this keeps up, I might have to, after 10 years of being here, buy my first clothes dryer. Read More
Puerto Rican Citizenship? by Nicole312
Hi, If you were born in Puerto Rico and have a Puerto Rican birth certificate, but live in the states, are you considered a Puerto Rican citizen in Puerto Rico? Would you still have to physically reside in Puerto Rico for a set amount of time to ...
"Tibes"? I can't find that on Amazon. Author? Read More
Small fruit farm in Las Marias.... by westernprguy
Helping others and myself by offering a rent free place in a finca located in Las Marias requesting just maintaining/painting /minor repairs on the place for your stay. 4 bedroom, two baths, two kitchens. Can private message me.
Well, I live 20 minutes away. So probably full time. Read More
Small fruit farm in Las Marias....
Helping others and myself by offering a rent free place in a finca located in Las Marias requesting just maintaining/painting /minor repairs on the place for your stay. 4 bedroom, two baths, two kitchens. Can private message me. Read More
Please post lawyers in north and west PR
This guy has been great help to me. THE LAW OFFICES OF LUIS FERRER A Professional Service Corporation Calle Progreso #92 Aguadilla, Puerto Rico 00603 Tel: 787-245-9192 Fax: 1-888-297-2145 ferrerlaw@icloud.com Read More
Divorced Ex-Military Wanting to Relocate to Western Puerto Rico by GuestPoster189
Hello to everyone: My name is Mark and I am currently living in Atlanta, GA having been a life-long New Yorker. I dont want my story to be too long. My ex-wife of 27 years is Puerto Rican (from NY) and we have visited the island too many times to ...
Never! Moving to my farm in Las Marias full time. Read More
Divorced Ex-Military Wanting to Relocate to Western Puerto Rico by GuestPoster189
Hello to everyone: My name is Mark and I am currently living in Atlanta, GA having been a life-long New Yorker. I dont want my story to be too long. My ex-wife of 27 years is Puerto Rican (from NY) and we have visited the island too many times to ...
I think that is an accurate budget. My rent for a typical suburban place, 4 bedroom, safe neighborhood is $550. Read More
Divorced Ex-Military Wanting to Relocate to Western Puerto Rico by GuestPoster189
Hello to everyone: My name is Mark and I am currently living in Atlanta, GA having been a life-long New Yorker. I dont want my story to be too long. My ex-wife of 27 years is Puerto Rican (from NY) and we have visited the island too many times to ...
You can take over my lease in San Sebastián. :) Read More
Some questions about Aguadilla by seoulguy
It looks like Aguadilla might be the best choice for safety and convenience, but since I only know SJ, I would like some input from locals, so .... 1. Housing market looks tight and expensive for rentals ... am I right? 2. What is the best barrio ...
Last year, I looked to rent in Aguadilla aND found sever al decent options. It's neither the most nor least expensive place, but I think it's reasonable for a city & close to amenities. It's big enough for most medical ... Read More
Cabo Rojo/Rincon seniors by seoulguy
Would like to hear from seniors who are happily living in either Cabo Rojo or Rincon and who feel that their basic necessities, including medical care, ease of shopping, etc., are being met "by island standards" to your satisfaction.
I can avoid Mayagüez often by going to Aguadilla. There lives my doctor, dentist, opthalmologist & attorney, etc. Also has malls, theater, many decent restaurants. The former base is almost like a "planned community ". lt's ... Read More
Cabo Rojo/Rincon seniors by seoulguy
Would like to hear from seniors who are happily living in either Cabo Rojo or Rincon and who feel that their basic necessities, including medical care, ease of shopping, etc., are being met "by island standards" to your satisfaction.
I'm sorry. I'm in the West but in a different town. Not driving would be a problem. There are some areas of Cabo Rojo and Boquerón that has services in walking distance, but these are often the loud, "party" areas that ... Read More
Cabo Rojo/Rincon seniors by seoulguy
Would like to hear from seniors who are happily living in either Cabo Rojo or Rincon and who feel that their basic necessities, including medical care, ease of shopping, etc., are being met "by island standards" to your satisfaction.
Well, yeah. Retired gringo guy here, in San Sebastián. Medical care is different here, definitely slower and you need to be more self-reliant & push a bit, but it's been adequate. And much less expensive. Shopping, I can't ... Read More
Emergency roadside service?
Does anyone know if there is an emergency roadside service (comparable to AAA) available here? AAA finally admitted that they do not service vehicles here (only travel related). Read More
Drinking Water? by TravelingJ
I assume the water out of the tap is drinkable? Do people use a filter? Let me know what you do on the island for drinking water without contaminates (chlorine, minerals, fluoride, etc). I currently have a reverse osmosis system in my house on the ...
There is a water store in Mayagüez, sells reverse osmosis water for about 35 cents/gallon. Read More
Where are Rincon and Surrounding Expats? by ReyP
Seems the west side of the island has abandoned the site. Several new members have been asking questions that are best answered by those living currently in the west. A lot of active members are no longer coming to the site it seems.
He's a sad case really. How can one live like that? Read More
Where are Rincon and Surrounding Expats? by ReyP
Seems the west side of the island has abandoned the site. Several new members have been asking questions that are best answered by those living currently in the west. A lot of active members are no longer coming to the site it seems.
Can you keep the "lazy crooks" guy in the East? ;-) Read More
Food expericience by olddawgsrule
If any of you decide to come to the Nor'east I'd treat you to my seafood boil. Lobsta', shrimp, steamers, a few sausage thrown in and the loving bits my wife always adds. Not to be missed. In my yard, off the deck, enjoying the ...
Fajardo? La Estación for lunch or dinner. Breakfast- Las Vistas & say hello to Gladys. http://www.lasvistascafepr.com/intro.html Meanwhile, pinchos when hungry between meals. Oh, and definitely try bacalaitos. Read More
Where are Rincon and Surrounding Expats? by ReyP
Seems the west side of the island has abandoned the site. Several new members have been asking questions that are best answered by those living currently in the west. A lot of active members are no longer coming to the site it seems.
Less than an hour from Rincón (Gringolandia) there are San Sebastián, Las Marias, and beautiful Maricao. Hardly Americanized "party towns". But don't tell anyone. Read More
Where are Rincon and Surrounding Expats? by ReyP
Seems the west side of the island has abandoned the site. Several new members have been asking questions that are best answered by those living currently in the west. A lot of active members are no longer coming to the site it seems.
Rincón folks have a very active Facebook group. Unfortunately, not all the discourse is particularly civil. Read More
T-Mobile, AT&T, or Sprint? by ReyP
I Currently have a verizon account in the states. I plan to get out of my current contract and keep the current Iphone 6, which will mean paying a lot. How is coverage and Speed for the above carriers? How much do you pay for 1 or two phones with ...
Definitely, Verizon is worthless here. Yet they have been claiming 4G service all over the island for years and will show you a map to "proove" it. It simply is not true. Read More
Need an English speaking pedestrian in humaco area or palmas del mar by Elizabeth Callen
I just moved to palmas del mar and I'm looking for an English speaking children's Doctor in the area. Anybody know of a doctor I can reach out to?
Can he drive or does he have to walk everywhere? Lol Read More
Why do police drive with flashing lights on at night?? by meljai97
I have been wondering this for some time. Why do the police drive with their flashing lights on at night?? Drives me crazy! Besides blinding other drivers and warning the bad guys they are in the vicinity (you can see the flashing lights blocks ...
When I asked a local, I was met with a wide-eyed stare and "well, of course they do. They better use them or people will be mad. How else will we know where they are?" Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
I seen them when snorkeling at Steps beach in Rincon. Don't think they're all that uncommon here. Read More
Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants and Food Sources by victorlglass
I got the idea of starting this thread after I read the following post: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=506866 The poster found a good vegetarian site, HappyCow and wanted to share this discovery with us. Let's use this thread to ...
In the West, for vegan/vegetarian options,I agree with the 7th day adventist store in Mayaguez. The Sunday afternoon buffet iso amazing. Also check out Natural Life Cafe in Moca. Read More
Expand your social circle in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Puerto Rico means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one ...
Still tempted, but I think I'll have family obligations this Sunday. I'll check. Sounds like a fun time. Read More
Expand your social circle in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Puerto Rico means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one ...
It sounds so tempting! I wish I were closer. But I'm not sure my banjo & I would fit in well. Looking for anyone on the island who picks..... Read More
Just joined by condorbutch
hello everyone I'm glad I ran into this site, I think it just might be the site I was looking for with my up and coming move to Puerto Rico. I only have a million questions, I'm hoping to find some answers here if some of you would be kind ...
I would be interested in this too. I have a car on the mainland I would like to ship here, if it's not too much trouble. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico 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 ...
I'm looking for Spanish classes/tutor/group also. My Spanish is bad and though I have a decent reading knowledge, I don't have the "ear". Even a group of English speakers helping each other, maybe guided by a native speaker would ... Read More
From NY to PR - English Speaking School on North West Side ? by Thomas173
Looking for some info on moving and also English speaking school on the north west side of the island.
I'm looking for Spanish classes/tutor/group also. My Spanish is bad and though I have a decent reading knowledge, I don't have the "ear". Even a group of English speakers helping each other, maybe guided by a native speaker would ... Read More
Best ways to safely transport pets to and fro Puerto Rico by DeborahMarchant
Hello What are some of the best ways to safely transport pets to and fro PR? Any great suggestions? Most commercial and major airlines won't fly animals when the temperature is above 85 degrees.This is because while their cargo hold is ...
Veterinarian here. I sent a terrier to my friends in San Juan via United airlines Petsafe program. All went well. The staff was kind & caring. Very strict on the rules, so prepare well. I drove him to Newark from Virginia Beach to minimize ... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
I second that. I'm in the West & just can't make that drive tonight. Hope to meet up soon though. Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
I hope to attend as well. Read More