Sugarbird
American expat in Puerto Rico
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Lives in Fajardo
Registration: 12 June 2015
13 native Parrots released into the Rio Abajo Preserve by londonpride
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/ap/article-3410682/Scientists-release-endangered-Puerto-Rico-parrots-wild.html I've been following this some the last few months. Once common in PR, wild parrots have dwindled to endangered, actually worse, ...
Hi Rey...when area you and Cherri coming back? Read More
Visiting PR July 11 by ReyP
Hi guys and gals, I am leaving early tomorrow (Saturday) morning to the Isla Del Encanto, I will be mostly in the Fajardo area, Juncos and Las Piedras areas. I plan meeting some of you in Fajardo for lunch on Sunday. I may take also a trip to ...
So happy for you Rey Read More
Visiting PR July 11 by ReyP
Hi guys and gals, I am leaving early tomorrow (Saturday) morning to the Isla Del Encanto, I will be mostly in the Fajardo area, Juncos and Las Piedras areas. I plan meeting some of you in Fajardo for lunch on Sunday. I may take also a trip to ...
Oh that's a great spot! Roosevelt Roads is going to develop into a great recreation area and it's right in your back yard along with the back side of ElYunque. I'm sure everything will work out fine! Read More
Visiting PR July 11 by ReyP
Hi guys and gals, I am leaving early tomorrow (Saturday) morning to the Isla Del Encanto, I will be mostly in the Fajardo area, Juncos and Las Piedras areas. I plan meeting some of you in Fajardo for lunch on Sunday. I may take also a trip to ...
Is this the big house you sent the link for? So glad for you! I'll be looking forward to seeing it since you're in the neighborhood! Penny Read More
Anyone having 2nd thoughts? by Jolo84
My parents and friends think I'm crazy for still wanting to move to the Caribbean after all that's going on with the economy. The way I see it, the way the US is going with all the shootings, threats, kidnappings, etc, we are not safe ...
Not really...if I do in the future I'll just move. If you want to try it there's really no good reason not to give it a try. You'll never know unless you do. Read More
Visiting PR July 11 by ReyP
Hi guys and gals, I am leaving early tomorrow (Saturday) morning to the Isla Del Encanto, I will be mostly in the Fajardo area, Juncos and Las Piedras areas. I plan meeting some of you in Fajardo for lunch on Sunday. I may take also a trip to ...
that's really impressive...a lot to take care of though. Read More
Health insurance by NanetteQ
Update...My house sold a week ago so I will officially be moving to Rincon the end of August!!! I am trying to find information on the health insurance system there...can anyone help? I filled out on-line forms from a link on this website three ...
I can help you with that! You can't use healthcare.gov for PuertoRico but Triple S is BC/BS of PuertoRico and they offer qualified healthcare plans under US "Obamacare" guidelines. You will find the coverage is excellent and very less ... Read More
Safety in Puerto Rico by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Puerto Rico? 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 ...
I live in Fajardo and I have never felt threatened or in danger here. Actually most strangers I have had occasion to interact with have been very helpful and friendly. I seldom go out after dark but I bicycle a lot and walk in unpopulated areas. I ... Read More
Cell Phone by travelgurl
I am trying to work out a new cell phone carrier before I move next month. I am currently on Verizon and have no desire to deal with Claro (they are trying to force that). I am trying to decide between Sprint and AT&T. I have heard that ...
I have had AT&T for years here. It's very reliable and has a lot of good features re: roaming and data. You can just buy a pay as you go plan if your phone is unlocked. $40/mo. There is a slightly less expensive version called Net 10 which ... Read More
Looking for a property or lot July 11 thru 19 by ReyP
I plan to go to Puerto Rico from July 11 to 19. Looking to contact with realtors and property owners. What we are looking for: 1) Possibly a lot to build on that is separated from other houses. Need 1/3 acre or more. 2) Also possibly a house with a ...
Where in PuertoRico are you planning to look?....Also everyone is saying that the economic situation here is so uncertain it might be better to rent a property for a while rather than invest...you wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of a big ... Read More
More red flags hinting at PR's future? by seoulguy
Those who've committed to PR one way or another and those contemplating it (including myself, but less every day), should pay attention to Padilla's televised address tonight. See if you can detect the winds of bank runs or ...
Yeah, you're right seoulguy, PuertoRico really sucks.Better stay in AZ. Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has [url=http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/06/29/business/dealbook/puerto-ricos-governor-says-islands-debts-are-not-payable.html?referrer=]admitted[/url]what many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt ...
O.K....problems are a dime a dozen...any ideas about a solution for this one? Read More
3 Weeks in Puerto Rico, this is what I have learned... by hct408
Okay, so we have been in Puerto Rico for three weeks now, and there are a number of things I have learned. These may be helpful for people who are on their way here in the future. In no particular order: 1) It is true, drivers here are ...
In three months you'll be driving like a PuertoRican. you will not find a pay at the pump gas station anywhere. Relax and enjoy. Read More
Salvation Army in Humacao by Amy Renea
Hello! New to Humacao and really want to do some thrift store/antique shopping. I read that there is a Salvation Army in Humacao, but cannot seem to find it. Does anyone know what part of town it is in? Also...anybody have a killer taco stand ...
Frogrock, I live in Fajardo and have been looking for fabric stores for a year now. I'd be thrilled to get to know you...can I get that invitation for coffee and a chat? Read More
Looking to meet people for outings... by BearNVa
Hello Ex Pats... A gay married couple here, just moved to PR about a month ago... we are looking to meet open minded friends for outings. We were thinking of just actually going down the puerto rico day trips list and seeing how much of it we can ...
Seems like most of the expats are on the west coast...long dive for east coast me. Read More
Current Status of Healthcare for Seniors by seoulguy
I have investigated the socialized med systems in Ecuador, Colombia and Mexico, and CR, all available to bona fide expats who have cedula. None even comes close to Medicare, which one would have to give up if seriously intending to live in those ...
Oh I don't know about the Richie Rich part...but if you want to see a top flight specialist you have to go to SanJuan or POSSIBLY Mayaguez and yes....for SOME doctors be prepared to wait. I have found if you try to get the LAST appointment of ... Read More
Current Status of Healthcare for Seniors by seoulguy
I have investigated the socialized med systems in Ecuador, Colombia and Mexico, and CR, all available to bona fide expats who have cedula. None even comes close to Medicare, which one would have to give up if seriously intending to live in those ...
My husband had private health insurance through SSS and we were thoroughly satisfied with the quality of the physicians who treated him. All were constantly returning to the states for continuing education and were thoroughly professional and up to ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015 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 ...
Ha...thanks Suzanne. I'll take you up on that "meet for lunch of coffee" even if it is in SanJuan. I totally sympathize with your girls and their Spanish struggles. I study on line every day. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015 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 ...
That would be lovely. Keep in touch. I live at Pena Mar, close to the Marinas and there are plenty of places for coffee or drinks here. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015 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 ...
Hi! I am new to the forum but not PuertoRico. I have been living in the Fajardo area for the last year and a half and have yet to meet up with any US expats...if there's any "Fajardons" out there. Please make yourselves known...I m a ... Read More
Looking to meet people for outings... by BearNVa
Hello Ex Pats... A gay married couple here, just moved to PR about a month ago... we are looking to meet open minded friends for outings. We were thinking of just actually going down the puerto rico day trips list and seeing how much of it we can ...
I live in Fajardo and this is a jumping off spot for lots of water sports...I'm looking for a dive buddy or someone who wants to go to Culebra snorkeling...one or a party... Read More