ravenmickey
Puerto Rican expat wishing to go back to
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About me
Puerto Rican, Married with children
Lives in Luquillo
Speaks Spanish and English
Registration: 17 June 2017
Very heavy heart by knight4444
I watched the devastation of hurricane Maria throughout the caribbean islands and I wish the best for everyone. My prayers and thoughts are with them 24/7 I was moving to puerto rico in november 2017 but that's impossible for now, as soon as ...
My sincerest apologies to all of the Expat staff. I'm so involved with helping to bring more awareness of Puerto Rico's plight that I got ahead of myself posting the Jones Act waiver on here. It will not happen again. Thank you for allowing ... Read More
Very heavy heart by knight4444
I watched the devastation of hurricane Maria throughout the caribbean islands and I wish the best for everyone. My prayers and thoughts are with them 24/7 I was moving to puerto rico in november 2017 but that's impossible for now, as soon as ...
We here in New York are trying to remain hopeful. I can't imagine PR becoming a wasteland or another Hawaii. As a Puerto Rican who grew up spending time on the island it is very personal for me to want to see Puerto Rico pull through this. I am ... Read More
Very heavy heart by knight4444
I watched the devastation of hurricane Maria throughout the caribbean islands and I wish the best for everyone. My prayers and thoughts are with them 24/7 I was moving to puerto rico in november 2017 but that's impossible for now, as soon as ...
For me, it is returning to my roots as opposed to an escape from living in the states. Puerto Rico means much more to me than just a nice place to vacation. Read More
Puerto Rico Needs Our Help
Hello everyone, As you already know, Hurricane Maria swept through Puerto Rico leaving it in shambles and it's people without food, water, homes, supplies and clothes. It has been heart breaking for me to watch the affects of devastation on my ... Read More
Very heavy heart by knight4444
I watched the devastation of hurricane Maria throughout the caribbean islands and I wish the best for everyone. My prayers and thoughts are with them 24/7 I was moving to puerto rico in november 2017 but that's impossible for now, as soon as ...
We are still planning to move to Puerto Rico next year if everything works out for us. Now more than ever we are done with the states and our desire is even stronger to help save the island. As for now we are supporting hurricane relief with ... Read More
Head count by ReyP
Lets see a show of hands of all people that are considering or have definite plans to move permanently to Puerto Rico.
Returning back to our roots next year. Hopefully, in the summer if all goes according to plan this time. Maria just made us that much more aware of how careful we need to be with deciding on the location and house being up to code. Read More
New storms brewing in the Atlantic by Gary
[img]https://www.foryourpics.com/images/2017/09/14/two_9-14.png[/img] 5 day tropical weather outlook. Too early to say where they will go and how strong they will be. Yup, the most active weeks of the season aren't over yet.
I'm chanting with you! With my fingers and toes crossed!!! Updating with my family everything I am reading here seeing it's more detailed. Read More
New storms brewing in the Atlantic by Gary
[img]https://www.foryourpics.com/images/2017/09/14/two_9-14.png[/img] 5 day tropical weather outlook. Too early to say where they will go and how strong they will be. Yup, the most active weeks of the season aren't over yet.
I was wondering the same thing a couple days ago and looked it up. Read that it's relatively safe to assume that a concrete house would stand up to the strong winds of 200 mph, flying debris, and storm surges that are produced by hurricanes. ... Read More
New storms brewing in the Atlantic by Gary
[img]https://www.foryourpics.com/images/2017/09/14/two_9-14.png[/img] 5 day tropical weather outlook. Too early to say where they will go and how strong they will be. Yup, the most active weeks of the season aren't over yet.
You nailed it right on the head! This hurricane season has started with full force. Not only do I worry for my family but I am concerned for what this will do for my beloved island. I wanna see Puerto Rico win by evolving and the hurricanes impact ... Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
Thanks for sharing. I made a donation to them and also shared their page on my Instagram. Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
People are being evacuated locally and from the surrounding islands to hotels and cruise ships in Puerto Rico for shelter. Many of these people are coming literally with just the clothes on their backs. Food and water donations are needed as well as ... Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
Came on here to ask this same exact question. We put together clothes (for babies, toddlers, men and women) that I am trying to find a place in Puerto Rico to accept them. There are many staying in Puerto Rico from other islands that I'm sure ... Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
I just sent a donation! Thanks again for sharing these links for us to help make a difference!🇵🇷 Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
FrogRock, thanks so much for posting this link! http://sailorshelping.org What a huge blessing this will be for those in need. I want to share that in addition to them accepting donations through PayPal there are other ways to help make a ... Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
You put it into perspective seeing that the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico aren't a state. Read More
Suggestions for assisting victims of Irma by DocRob
Short of driving around neighborhoods looking for people struggling to get their lives back in order after Irma, what kind of help can one person offer to lend them? I will be down the middle of October and will be there for a week primarily on the ...
Great thread! I also was wondering the same to try and offer some help by sending what's needed. It blows my mind that there is minimal coverage in the media for Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Even when Irma first hit the Caribbean most of the ... Read More
Nag about Spanish by ReyP
Yesterday's event is a great example why is extremely important to learn Spanish. Lots of expats had no real time news, and were unable to determine on their own what to do next. I and other members published some of the shelters and typed in ...
Very good point! When we were watching an American show last night they were translating whenever spanish was spoken. I noticed that it wasn't a direct translation and completely different from what it meant. We notice this happens often on some ... Read More
Thievery? Anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo by BearNVa
Has anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo, what did you do and what was the outcome?
They PROBABLY may bother IF you're wealthy but if you're an avergae Joe fughetaboutit...🙄 When my husband was robbed at gunpoint he was inside a cuchifrito at night waiting on the food he ordered. That is just crazy.😳 Read More
Thievery? Anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo by BearNVa
Has anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo, what did you do and what was the outcome?
Just like New York, robberies are rarely solved here either and don't even believe it's going to be investigated. My husband had his apartment robbed and was robbed at gunpoint on the street (before we met) here in NYC and all they do is ... Read More
Nag about Spanish by ReyP
Yesterday's event is a great example why is extremely important to learn Spanish. Lots of expats had no real time news, and were unable to determine on their own what to do next. I and other members published some of the shelters and typed in ...
We are a Nuyorican family so our dialect and accent is much different than a native Puerto Rican. Whenever we are in PR we have a tough time with understanding sometimes. Living in NYC, it is so interesting to see how different the spanish accents ... Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
And you know it!😉Love my tacones y fajas.😍 Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
Growing up I've always heard that Puerto Rico has a way of dodging the worse from a hurricane. Family and I were hoping that'd be the case this time around. Good to read that you all are safe and sound. Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
What a great post! Wishing you guys many blessIngs and wonderful moments to be had in Puerto Rico.🤗 Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
Good news, for sure and a little break. Yes, you literally park on the street which is on a hill then walk up a dirt path further up the hill which has houses along it. We call it "carajoland". Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
@gardener1 Thank you so much!!! Checking out links now thanks to your advice. Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
Wow, awesome! Thanks! Will check this, too. Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
Thanks USCG, Very helpful informative you provided. They have landlines so it makes sense that they must not have electricity anymore but their cells seem to have no service either. One of my relatives is in the Imbery section which looks to be ... Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
We now can't get in contact with anyone in PR. My family is in northern Puerto Rico (Barceloneta and Manati). If anyone has any information on this area please share. Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
Thanks so much for the helpful link! Prayers are with you all to be safe out there in Puerto Rico. Watching this storm very closely from NYC as our family and friends are on the island. Read More
Exploring a Move by SteuernAnwalt
I am a tax attorney/accountant in the US. My wife is from South America and I am of Latin background. She of course speaks native Spanish, I speak it quite fluently, near native. We are considering a move to PR if we qualify for Law 20 circa ...
Thank you for those of you who called out the person making the ignorant Rosie Perez comment. In the states this type of racial insensitive behavior is prevalent all over the country. I'm Afro-Puerto Rican and could write a book from my ... Read More
Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
No disrespect but you are clearly missing the point. Accusations, complaining and finger pointing are not conducive to the concerns of the bigger picture. Gringo/as who integrate with native people are a wonderful thing! That goes for not just PR ... Read More
Tracking Irma by Sitka
This new storm track is making me concerned. PR may be in the path - currently a cat 2, but predicted to grow. Best keep a close eye on this one for the next week or so. :o http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/145426.shtml?cone
Woke up to the news this morning that Hurricane Irma is now a Category 5. Wishing you all safety as you ride out this horrendous weather expected to hit tomorrow. Read More
Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
I respectfully agree to disagree. If you know Hawaii's history (and Puerto Rico's estranged history with the states) it may better help you understand the cause for concern. I am also a proud Puerto Rican who has grown up spending my summers ... Read More
Family living abroad in Puerto Rico, Where to live? by Travelingwave
Hi, My family is planning on living a year abroad in Puerto Rico. We are an active young family (7 years, 5 years, and 1 year old). We are looking for the area to live that best fits our family needs. We would be renting a place. Our goal of ...
I think the Fajardo area may be something you may be interested in further looking into. In response to your points made there aren't a lot of expats so you'd be able to fully immerse yourself in the culture with plenty of locals. There are ... Read More
Puerto Rican shower by muchmore
Is ot just me or.......Have you ever experienced (what I call) a Puerto Rican shower? It's one of those showers with the weird electrical something-or-another gadget hooked to the shower head (presumably a regulator) that limits water flow ...
What great memories this post brought back!🤣 I completely had forgotten about those water heaters when I would visit my family's home. This post reminded me all about how I refused to touch it and they would turn it on and off for ... Read More
Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
I think that is wonderful that you and your partner want to integrate as much as possible. That I feel is a great mentality to have when moving abroad. To become a part of the community instead of isolating yourself from the native people by ... Read More
Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
Oh my goodness, I posted this same video and the one on Hawaii on Facebook! This video has gone viral on many Latino sites as it is a HUGE concern that Puerto Rico may be the next Hawaii. You should watch the Hawaii video they did (if you ... Read More
wife is getting cold feet by Jyee
Ive always been a hard charger, from my time in the military to working construction. Im at apoint where we could sell our CA home live in PR during Aug-May and stay in a family home in CA during the hurricane season. wife just doesn't seem ...
I am happy to read that your wife had a change of heart and is willing to give PR a try. Wishing you both many beautiful memories on the island. It is truly a paradise and I hope a positive experience for you both. Read More
3 Months After Leaving PR by chrishamrick103
It's been a while since I've posted here. But back in April my wife and I decided we would move to PR. At the time, it was 4 of us, and we were looking for a 3 bedroom condo due to the easy maintenance. So after I returned, we decided we ...
Not sure where you will be, but it sounds you need an environment where there is more English. Towns have bars, restaurants, outside music at the plaza, and some have Dance halls, but most of it is Puerto Rican, Cuban or Dominican music which may ... Read More
Need Advice! by Tvelez55
Looking to move to Puerto Rico from Boston with my children. One is in high School and the other starting 3rd grade. Where are the best schools and neighborhoods but close (within 30 min or so) to the beach and major airport. Thank you in advance!!!
It's true everyone is excited to see all of us and have our children grow up in Puerto Rican in our native culture. I remember when it was common for families to all live on the same street. They're pushing it if they think that's going ... Read More
Need Advice! by Tvelez55
Looking to move to Puerto Rico from Boston with my children. One is in high School and the other starting 3rd grade. Where are the best schools and neighborhoods but close (within 30 min or so) to the beach and major airport. Thank you in advance!!!
When we were speaking with my family about towns we want to visit to possibly live in Puerto Rico we mentioned Rincon and wow their reaction! They basically told us that we might as well move to Florida to be around "gringos" and palm ... Read More
Need Advice! by Tvelez55
Looking to move to Puerto Rico from Boston with my children. One is in high School and the other starting 3rd grade. Where are the best schools and neighborhoods but close (within 30 min or so) to the beach and major airport. Thank you in advance!!!
I was born in Puerto Rico and lived there until my early 20. I will be returning for good next summer and plan to die there. I currently live in Grafton Massachusetts so we are neighbors. Realtors are not as aggressive because they don't know ... 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 ...
There ar a lot of products and the list is growing "Hecho" means made as in manufactured. Fruits and vegetables are likely to say "Del Pais" = from the country. Rice is being grown, Quenepas, Mangos, many other fruits, there is ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here June to December 2017 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 Deborah and welcome. Wishing you and your family a smooth transition and many more beautiful memories to build on la isla del encanto! Read More
Charity for Children
Thanks Rey and to everyone else who responded via my Facebook post. It looks like I will be working with Second Union Church in Guaynabo to help support their wonderful youth programs. Thanks again to everyone for your help!!! Read More
Charity for Children
Hi all, We found out that our hopes of moving to Puerto Rico this year would be set back for a while. One of the things we had wanted to do was give back to the community. Seeing that is delayed I want to try to start or donate to a charity that ... Read More
Puerto Rico is a No Go by ravenmickey
Unfortunately, we won't be able to move to Puerto Rico as we were hoping. We just received news today and things didn't work out as we wished. So Puerto Rico is a no go for the moment. All is not lost though because once my business ...
Thank you. Hoping to still make it out there next month for at least another vacation. Read More
Puerto Rico is a No Go by ravenmickey
Unfortunately, we won't be able to move to Puerto Rico as we were hoping. We just received news today and things didn't work out as we wished. So Puerto Rico is a no go for the moment. All is not lost though because once my business ...
Thanks so much for your kind and encouraging words.🙏🏽✈️🏝 Read More
Puerto Rico is a No Go by ravenmickey
Unfortunately, we won't be able to move to Puerto Rico as we were hoping. We just received news today and things didn't work out as we wished. So Puerto Rico is a no go for the moment. All is not lost though because once my business ...
Awwww... thanks so much for the encouraging words. You're right about it taking time. Thanks for holding down the island till we get there!🤗 Read More
Puerto Rico is a No Go
Unfortunately, we won't be able to move to Puerto Rico as we were hoping. We just received news today and things didn't work out as we wished. So Puerto Rico is a no go for the moment. All is not lost though because once my business ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here June to December 2017 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 ...
Welcome RasmusN, it is great to read that you have been enjoying your time living in Puerto RIco. It is also to wonderful that you are trying to make a positive contribution to help the island. Read More
PR Here We Come by GuestPoster21098
Good Day All First of all, thanks so much for this GREAT site and all the people up here that are so willing to take time out of their busy day to reply to our Fact Finding and Newbie questions. It is very kind of you to be willingly to do so. My ...
Love to read that you want to immerse yourself in the Puerto Rican culture and not be shut off from it. Also, that you want to contribute to Puerto Rico by bringing your business there and offer employment opportunities to the locals. This is ... Read More
PR Here We Come by GuestPoster21098
Good Day All First of all, thanks so much for this GREAT site and all the people up here that are so willing to take time out of their busy day to reply to our Fact Finding and Newbie questions. It is very kind of you to be willingly to do so. My ...
What a coincidence. My husband really likes Fajardo (as do I) but I want to check out northwestern Puerto Rico as I have never been past Arecibo. My family is from north central Puerto Rico so I am most familiar with that part of the island and want ... Read More
PR Here We Come by GuestPoster21098
Good Day All First of all, thanks so much for this GREAT site and all the people up here that are so willing to take time out of their busy day to reply to our Fact Finding and Newbie questions. It is very kind of you to be willingly to do so. My ...
I agree, Palmas Del Mar in Humacao may be your best bet. It's in a highly security protected environment. There is a predominat English speaking community and their school also on the same premises is in english (kindergarten thru 12th). This ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here June to December 2017 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 ...
We may be moving to the west side, as well. Hopefully, next month we will be able to go check out Aguadilla, Isabela, Rincon & Arecibo areas. Been to going to PR my whole life but never been past Arecibo so I can't wait to check it out! Best ... Read More
Not a great welcome! by bkettren
My family is in the process of moving to Maunabo, PR. My wife and her 85 year old mother have moved to Maunabo, while I am waiting for the sale of our ranch to close in Texas. Middle of August it should be done and I will be moving there then. We ...
Good to read that you are not letting this nasty experience ruin your outlook of Puerto Rico. Wishing you and your family many happy years in Puerto Rico making new friends and beautiful memories. 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 ...
I just requested an invite under my FB profile, "Bronx A'Rican". My profile pic is not my picture (it's one of my favorite artisit Noe Two's natural hair grafitti pieces) so I wanted to give you a head's up. Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Great to know! I always thought these were more expensive than the window ones. Will definitely be investing in the inverter air conditioners now. 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 ...
Personally, I would prefer members only. Read More
Advice on renting house in PR by ravenmickey
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ...
Hi Islandman, Adjusting to the culture isn't an issue for me because I grew up visiting my family there so it's familiar to me. My husband (also Boricua) used to visit when he was child but hadn't been back until a few years ago. Puerto ... Read More
Midnight Changes by ReyP
At midnight trafic tickets will double and some may go even higher. Also services to drivers will go up, I assume these are driver licenses, ID cards, and related items by the DMV.. The cost of living of Hawaii may be coming PR way.
In NYC it's the same name of the game with reckless drivers. Last year we almost got ran down by cops while crossing the street (we had the light to cross). This police SUV literally comes flying down and was inches from mauling us down to do a ... Read More
Midnight Changes by ReyP
At midnight trafic tickets will double and some may go even higher. Also services to drivers will go up, I assume these are driver licenses, ID cards, and related items by the DMV.. The cost of living of Hawaii may be coming PR way.
New Yorkers and Puerto Rican islanders drive on the same level: CRAY CRAY. I'm a Nuyorican and am still traumatized from a ride years ago with my Puerto Rican family after the hurricane that damaged the roadways to get from Barceloneta to Ponce. ... Read More
Advice on renting house in PR by ravenmickey
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ...
Thanks, I'll add them to our list! Appreciate all the advice.🤗 Read More
Advice on renting house in PR by ravenmickey
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ...
If everything works out with my husband's job we can move to PR. Before we move we're going to stay in PR for a few weeks next month to explore Aguada, Aguadilla, Arecibo and Isabela. That is the section of PR I would like to live. He likes ... Read More
Advice on renting house in PR by ravenmickey
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ...
UPDATE: My husband and I are flip flopping on renting vs. buying. At the end of this month we find out if we'll be able to make the move to Puerto Rico. Keeping our fingers and toes crossed for good news!!! After much reading, I think we would ... Read More
Advice on renting house in PR by ravenmickey
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ...
Hi Rey, Thanks for the useful advice. I think that's a great idea to try to go month to month when our year lease expires. In NYC that is a common thing to do when renting directly from the owner. Do you (or anyone else reading this) know if ... Read More
Advice on renting house in PR
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ... Read More
Fried Chicken by muchmore
Perhaps it just me with my somewhat unique perspective......but has anyone else noticed that fried chicken in P.R. is unusual in regard to the way the pieces are cut prior to cooking....and the confusing result? What's up with that? I've ...
I'm with you on that! My favorite part of the chicken is the leg and thigh. Actually just started eating chicken breast when I started preparing "pollo plancha" for my husband because he prefers white meat over dark. Somehow I managed ... Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Hi Trekrider520, this helps immensely! Crazy thing is that I have issues with my internet connection now here in NYC. I'm constantly having to reset my modem. It's common to be notified of any incoming business notifications an hour even a ... Read More
Any Free English Speaking Schools in PR? by Leyito
I'm very worried about my kids education when we get there, they don't speak english I suppose to start school on Aug 25.
There actually are a few free public bilingual schools in northwestern Puerto Rico. I mentioned them a few posts up from this one. My aunt (my family is from Puerto Rico) said there was also one in or near Ponce but not sure if that particular one ... Read More
Poverty Crisis in the heart of the island by ReyP
This is a translation of an article in El Nuevo Dia. It deals with the poverty and unemployment numbers, I think you will find it interesting. It is long but it touches on the situation in the island that many of you never get to see or get to ...
Yes, sounds pretty much like my family and many other Puerto Rican families I know. Both my sons are rubios and my husband and myself have dark hair. All my mom's grandchildren have either light eyes and/or light hair regardless of skin tone or ... Read More
Poverty Crisis in the heart of the island by ReyP
This is a translation of an article in El Nuevo Dia. It deals with the poverty and unemployment numbers, I think you will find it interesting. It is long but it touches on the situation in the island that many of you never get to see or get to ...
As a Nuyorican, I cosign on this! My mom is Puerto Rican with predominant European genes and my father is Puerto Rican with predominant African genes. In our culture this wouldn't be considered an inter-racial relationship because they are both ... Read More
Poverty Crisis in the heart of the island by ReyP
This is a translation of an article in El Nuevo Dia. It deals with the poverty and unemployment numbers, I think you will find it interesting. It is long but it touches on the situation in the island that many of you never get to see or get to ...
English is not the mainland's native language either. English and Christianity was imposed on the Native Americans and Africans. Read More
Poverty Crisis in the heart of the island by ReyP
This is a translation of an article in El Nuevo Dia. It deals with the poverty and unemployment numbers, I think you will find it interesting. It is long but it touches on the situation in the island that many of you never get to see or get to ...
Absolutely, agree and it's not getting any better either. It is very sad to see what is going on between African Americans and Caucasians in the states. As an Afro-Puerto Rican I was aware of racism still existing and have experienced it myself ... Read More
Fried Chicken by muchmore
Perhaps it just me with my somewhat unique perspective......but has anyone else noticed that fried chicken in P.R. is unusual in regard to the way the pieces are cut prior to cooking....and the confusing result? What's up with that? I've ...
I prefer Puerto Rican pollo frito over Southern fried chicken. There isn't that battery coating and it's much more flavorful. Being Nuyorican I am use to chicken being chopped up as it is done here in NYC at Chinese, Dominican and Puerto ... Read More
Concentration of Expats by Aharkness
For those who have been there for a while... where/ what area would you say is the largest concentration of expats living in PR? Thank you!
Rincon, hands down! Then Condado and Ocean Park. There are tons of non-natives (especially in Rincon). For those that may have a difficult time adapting to the culture or want to be around more "gringos" may be much more comfortable in ... Read More
Any Free English Speaking Schools in PR? by Leyito
I'm very worried about my kids education when we get there, they don't speak english I suppose to start school on Aug 25.
Hello again Leyito, My husband and I are Boricuas with a soon to be schooled child so we also had to do our homework with this, as well. Here are a few schools in northwestern PR if you will be living in or nearby the following towns: Antonio ... Read More
Any Free English Speaking Schools in PR? by Leyito
I'm very worried about my kids education when we get there, they don't speak english I suppose to start school on Aug 25.
Hi Leyito, I know for a fact that there are public school in PR that WILL work with you if you do not speak spanish. It's just a matter of finding a school to do this. I have family that went to public school in Barceloneta (Embery section) ... Read More
my 3 kids & I want to Move to Puerto Rico but the situation worries me by Leyito
Any advice if this is a good move for me? I'm going to start school Aug. 25th, I'm going for Audio Engineering and Cinematography. My kids are 15, 13 & 11 YO. They don't speak english but I do, I was born and raised in the Island...
Hi Leyito, Here's an online school http://www.internationalconnectionsacademy.com that I often see commercials for. I live in NYC where most schools including elementary have metal detectors and police and/or security guards on site. It is ... Read More
Hatillo by ravenmickey
Hello everyone, I am interested in learning more about the town of Hatillo. We are a Nuyorican family of four with two small sons ages 2 & 4. In deciding for which town to lay down roots my preferences are being close by (driving distance) to ...
Hi Sitka, thanks so much for the info. My family used to live in Barceloneta and Manati so I am more familiar with that side of Puerto Rico where I have wonderful family memories of car port parties, beach time and the Rt 10 trip to Ponce. ... Read More
Hatillo
Hello everyone, I am interested in learning more about the town of Hatillo. We are a Nuyorican family of four with two small sons ages 2 & 4. In deciding for which town to lay down roots my preferences are being close by (driving distance) to ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Puerto Rico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...
In NY, it is common to pay for parking also here at hospitals. When I had my two sons my husband received a free parking pass during my stay at the hospital. That was the only exception and prior to that we were paying for parking whenever I had an ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here June to December 2017 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 ...
Hello everyone, Yesterday I came across this website while looking for info on moving to Puerto Rico and joined up. In my short time on here it has been a wealth of information! I currently live in NYC and am married with 2 boys ages 2 and 4 years ... Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Hi Rey, that was a very important point to state (make sure I have good wifi) because my business is all online sales. I never even considered to make sure where we (hopefully God willing) move had good wifi but this is very important due to the ... Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Hi Rey, that was a very important point to state (make sure I have good wifi) because my business is all online sales. I never even considered to make sure where we (hopefully God willing) move had good wifi but this is very important due to the ... Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Sitka, thanks. I may be moving in that vicinity so your info was very helpful. Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Hi Rey, Thanks for sharing your wealth of information. We would definetly be getting a 3 bedroom house when we live in PR. In NYC people tend to cram in tighter spaces which we are fortunate with our boys being 2 & 4 so it's worked for us. ... Read More
Cost of living in Puerto Rico - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Puerto Rico, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
This is an interesting post with seeing what everyones monthly expenses are on the island. I live in NYC (family of 4) and we pay monthly: $1,700 rent 2 bedroom apartment w/ electric & gas included $ 170 cable/internet $ 120 cell (for 2 ... Read More