Macae
American expat in Brazil
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Registration: 09 November 2015
Best service to ship household items to Brasil by CALRIO
I recently Purchased a condo in Praia do Morro Guarapari and want to ship small household items computers art and necessities from the US. Can anyone with experience recommend the best service to use.. Point out the pitfalls Thanks Mike
Unless really special, buy on BRASIL. You will save a lot of headaches and frustration. Yes, I am homesick for many items I'm the USA. If you can bring as extra baggage, then much simpler and safer. Have a great day Read More
Buying property in Brazil by James
Can foreigners buy real estate (or any other assets) in Brazil 聳 YES The simple answer is yes. There is absolutely no restriction on purchasing property in Brazil, whether the purchaser is a Brazilian or foreigner. Likewise the purchaser does not ...
I just saw the post from James. To those who did not know James on a personal basis, I can assure you, that you missed an exceptional person. I still miss James every day of my life. He was truly a special person with inteligence and humility ... Read More
Impact Stimulus Payment IRS Site Now Online by GuestPoster204
I decided to put this subject in plain view for US citizens to spot right away rather than hidden inside COVID-19 thread. The IRS site to enter your bank information for direct deposit of stimulus checks is up. This is for people who did not file ...
Out of curiosity, why did you not use FedEx or DHL? They both have a great tracking system based my use of them several times. Definitely, for importing into Brasil to Rio de Janeiro, I strongly suggest to use DHL. When there is an issue with ... Read More
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) by GuestPoster204
There麓s 1 confirmed case of 2019-nCoV in S茫o Paulo from a 61 year old male that travelled from a contaminated place in Italy. Overall, Brazil has 132 suspected cases and S茫o Paulo alone has 85. This new strain comes from the family of Corona ...
"Texas sure is different.". A very heart warming statement. I still have a lot good friends living in Texas even after moving back to Brasil in 2008. Have a great day! Read More
Please pray for James Woodward's son-1 year anniversary by Macae
On Friday, the 7th of April, I went to the the cemetery in Macae to say some prayers for my very good friend James Woodward. I also said some prayers for his son, who he loved only as a father could love a son. I took a picture of James box. I ...
James, was a very dear friend who I got to know for only a short time. I think of him every day. He was a loving father and his son knew that!!! If anyone is coming to Macae and want to go to the cemetery where he is, PLEASE let me know and I ... Read More
Proof of single status by Joecmartineau
I lived in brazil for 2 years. It was there where i met my girlfriend. We are now planning on getting married in brazil in order for her to obtain a spousal visa anf live in the U.S. I will be returning on a tourist visa again in the next couple ...
I think of James Woodward every single day of my life. His friendship and wisdom is sorely missed!!!!! Read More
Proof of single status by Joecmartineau
I lived in brazil for 2 years. It was there where i met my girlfriend. We are now planning on getting married in brazil in order for her to obtain a spousal visa anf live in the U.S. I will be returning on a tourist visa again in the next couple ...
I suggest that you to the local Brazilian embassy or consulate and GET IN WRITING as to what you need. If James Woodward is available (has the time or desire), PLEASE send your comments ASAP. Have a GREAT day. Read More
Retirement Visa by Cabe莽aBranca
Bom dia / good morning all. I have been working in Brasil for the last 20 odd years and have now seen sense and retired. My intention is to retire here in Brasil and also to marry a Brasilian at some point this year. Now, at this point I will ...
Boa sorte. I suggest you discuss with an "experience and qualified attorney". This will probably not be cheap and the time it takes will be much more than what you would normally expect.) As James Woodward has written many times, ... Read More
living together but not wanting marriage or "legal: relationship
What are the results of a man and woman living together in Brasil but one person does not want to be "LEGALLY" obligated? NO joint bank account. No wedding at church No civil wedding. Just living together as friends and to save on ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
travellight; NOTED: 鈥淚 encountered that situation not long ago and I did not call him a stalker until it was pretty obvious he was. He was nice enough , we had coffee, and chatted. There were already some warning bells. He didn't like my ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
Fred, DULY NOTED: "I won't be doing that, but I will be buying a shotgun." PLEASE make sure it is an automatic and that you have two extra cases of shells. From what I know, the young teenage boys are persistent and quite ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
Very, very interesting!!! Have a Happy Easter and thank you for sharing your stimulating thoughts. Read More
My tourist visa has been refused by Starm86
we received the following email from embassy. is that mean that i cannot request a tourist visa??!!!! --------- Unfortunately, it is our duty to inform you that your husband's visa application has been refused. During the background ...
Perhaps you did NOT read my dear friend James Woodward's article so I will copy it here for you. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA My name is William James Woodward-I was born in Hamilton-Ontario-Canada coming to Brazil ... Read More
My tourist visa has been refused by Starm86
we received the following email from embassy. is that mean that i cannot request a tourist visa??!!!! --------- Unfortunately, it is our duty to inform you that your husband's visa application has been refused. During the background ...
I suggest you take your vacation in Costa Rica. I have seen some very interesting articles on the forum how it is a NICE country. Forget Brasil if you do NOT follow the laws exactly and 100% of the time. Accident or no accident, FOLLOW the ... Read More
My tourist visa has been refused by Starm86
we received the following email from embassy. is that mean that i cannot request a tourist visa??!!!! --------- Unfortunately, it is our duty to inform you that your husband's visa application has been refused. During the background ...
Thank you for your informative and prompt response!!! Here in Brasil, when someone gets mad or something else, they just shoot people. James Woodward was shot 27 times at approximately 2:00 PM in his own home in front of his wife and nine-year ... Read More
My tourist visa has been refused by Starm86
we received the following email from embassy. is that mean that i cannot request a tourist visa??!!!! --------- Unfortunately, it is our duty to inform you that your husband's visa application has been refused. During the background ...
NOTED: As mentioned in email , i didn't register my visa when i arrived to brazil . You must follow the laws in Brasil with VISA's. This is NOT a game and you can NOT register just when you want to, etc. Stop with the mickey mouse ... Read More
The Great Thing(s) About Living in Costa Rica by ExpatDave
I came to the realization that it appears that the majority of us seem to focus on the negatives about Costa Rica living and not spend as much time on the positives. So I decided to create a post about the good qualities so that anyone considering ...
NOTED: "But I wouldn't have moved here if I hadn't lived here for months before moving, and decided I liked it better than the USA. I am not looking to move back to the USA ever!" Sounds wonderful. One simple question, ... Read More
Need help selling my property by summahtime9
I have 2 properties near Rio. I have a buyer for one but am stuck with one paper because of this property near the beach. I have tried to get help for two years with this. Is there a bilingual lawyer or association I can reach out to?
FYI. Maybe you did NOT see this post or the reply from my dear friend James Woodward ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Riodejaneiro23 29 February 2016 10:46:20 Report #1 12 posts Rio de Janeiro I bought a property in Rio (all legal, and ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
kristiann, Thank you for your informative post!!! NOTED: 鈥淚n my country normally the man is the person who pays the bill. Call it old fashioned, call it machism ...if you like even call it rasism but that's the way it happens. . . ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
Hello NOTED: "Rc2702 - This is straight out of the rulebook "how to alienate your daughter" keep doing what you are doing and do not investigate further because you may be surprised to find out things about your daughter because if ... Read More
Need help selling my property by summahtime9
I have 2 properties near Rio. I have a buyer for one but am stuck with one paper because of this property near the beach. I have tried to get help for two years with this. Is there a bilingual lawyer or association I can reach out to?
Bhavna, My apologies. Thank you for your prompt and professional response. If summahtime9 wants any additional info, she will need to send me a private message. FYI. I just did a FREE Skype video call with Paul in Indonesia. We discussed ... Read More
Need help selling my property by summahtime9
I have 2 properties near Rio. I have a buyer for one but am stuck with one paper because of this property near the beach. I have tried to get help for two years with this. Is there a bilingual lawyer or association I can reach out to?
Call him and maybe you can do a SKype video with him to save a trip. Boa sorte Read More
The Great Thing(s) About Living in Costa Rica by ExpatDave
I came to the realization that it appears that the majority of us seem to focus on the negatives about Costa Rica living and not spend as much time on the positives. So I decided to create a post about the good qualities so that anyone considering ...
Are you an American (USA) citizen? Do you receive social security in USA. Do you get Medicaid/Medicare in Costa Rica? Sounds like a nice place for piece and quiet life! Have a great day!! Read More
Need help selling my property by summahtime9
I have 2 properties near Rio. I have a buyer for one but am stuck with one paper because of this property near the beach. I have tried to get help for two years with this. Is there a bilingual lawyer or association I can reach out to?
call to Dr. Txxx Mxxx, Attorney-at-Law WhatsApp isxxxx He lives in Rio de Janeiro. You can use my name. I believe he is an HONEST attorney. He speaks English. Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
Twinsguy20; WOW!!! NOTED 鈥淚 have 5 children鈥� May GOD bless you and James Woodward. You have written a most enjoyable item for me to enjoy during my coffee break!!! Thank you. I was born the 5th of thirteen (13) children. My old ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
SimCityAT, Please do not worry about me controlling my daughter. She was born in Houston, Texas and I remember this on a daily basis. Her nickname when she was crawling on the floor was 鈥淏ulldozer鈥�, as she went where and when she ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
Plapla 鈥� NOTED and thank you for your wonderful advice!!!!!! 鈥淟et your daughter life her own life, make her own mistakes and learn from them! All you can do is guide her, not put barriers (like not dating until 25), because once those ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
Thank you for your prompt and interesting reply; NOTED: "I learned not to date a man who doesn't know how to court a woman and make her feel special... I was too blind to see that when I first dated him..." Yes. We are all human ... Read More
Please pray for James Woodward's son-1 year anniversary by Macae
On Friday, the 7th of April, I went to the the cemetery in Macae to say some prayers for my very good friend James Woodward. I also said some prayers for his son, who he loved only as a father could love a son. I took a picture of James box. I ...
I would like to know who paid for the plaques for my good FRIEND James. They are beautiful and did a great job!!!!! If anyone knows where James son is living or his contact info, I would like to know and see what I can to help him. I think maybe ... Read More
Dating - How do you date? by SimCityAT
When I go on a date we split the costs. For example she pays for the drinks and I pay for the movie. How does this work in your country? :huh:
In MY opinion, women who pay 75% of the cost or more are what I call "SUCKERS". If a man is too lazy to get a job and pay his way, kick his ass out and do NOT look back. I am so proud to have a very intelligent and beautiful seventeen ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Brazil? 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 could ...
The simple answer is that the "GOOD", out weighs the "BAD". If you do not like Brasil, get an attorney and sue GOD. TIP. Attorneys in Brasil are very, very expensive and 90% do NOT know what they are doing. The common ... Read More
Adding a fathers name to a Brazilian birth certificate by Steevers
Hi, I'm new to this site, living in Brasil and trying to help a friend of mine. How does he get his name added to his 4 year old daughters birth certificate? For some strange reason his former partner was told not to put his name on the ...
Steve, With all the political turmoil in the USA, have your friend check out your statement: "By way of the fact that she is a daughter of an American citizen she would also be able to apply for American citizenship." If I was your ... Read More
Bachelor thesis: German expats in Brasil by evasol2407
Hi to all, I'm Eva and I'm a student of the Cologne Business School in Cologne, Germany and studying Intercultural Management and in the next two months I'm going to write my bachelor thesis about the importance of intercultural ...
ndfansince53 NOTED: I had the wonderful experience of doing an assignment for my American employer for 18 months in Trieste, Italy in 1998-1999. I'm retired now. Thank you for your wonderful post! Most delightful and it brings a smile to my ... Read More
Please pray for James Woodward's son-1 year anniversary
On Friday, the 7th of April, I went to the the cemetery in Macae to say some prayers for my very good friend James Woodward. I also said some prayers for his son, who he loved only as a father could love a son. I took a picture of James box. I ... Read More
Bachelor thesis: German expats in Brasil by evasol2407
Hi to all, I'm Eva and I'm a student of the Cologne Business School in Cologne, Germany and studying Intercultural Management and in the next two months I'm going to write my bachelor thesis about the importance of intercultural ...
If you want, you can do a FREEEEEEEE Skype video call with me. Please send me your Skype name as I do not think I can put my Skype name on this forum due to security. FYI. My mother's parents were born in Germany and moved to the USA. In ... Read More
Tourist visa to US okay if married in Brazil?
I suggest you show up with your full "TOURISM" schedule and if you have hotel reservations or Disney World tickets, that will be better proof that you are tourist. Most USA consulate people are reasonable if you are fully honest based on ... Read More
Shipping Vehicle from USA by jkbvols2000
Does anyone have knowledge or have shipped their motorcycle or car from USA to Brasil. Where can I get the info. Thanks JB
Hello, Off subject, but if anyone is coming from the USA to Rio de Janeiro (or even better to Macae or Rio das Ostras) and would bring some regular mail for me, I would be most appreciative. The cost for mail, especially FedEX or DHL is extremely ... Read More
Shipping Vehicle from USA by jkbvols2000
Does anyone have knowledge or have shipped their motorcycle or car from USA to Brasil. Where can I get the info. Thanks JB
Hello, A little off subject, but an actual history point which recently occurred. Two "older" ladies were driving in Rio de Janeiro. They had a regular car, definitely not a BMW, etc. They were driving on the road and a car suddenly ... Read More
Getting married in Brazil, Permanent Visa and documents required by James
[b]PLEASE NOTE THAT NEW PROCEDURES FOR PERMANENCY APPLICATIONS BASED ON MARRIAGE / STABLE RELATIONSHIP / BRAZILIAN BORN CHILD HAVE BEEN PUT IN PLACE SINCE SEPTEMBER 1, 2014. THIS HAS STREAMLINED AND SPED UP THE PERMANENCY PROCESS. PLEASE SEE THE ...
James, Just to say I miss you dearly!!!!! I think of you often my friend! Most sincerely. John Read More
Pets in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Brazil have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Brazil? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
Interesting!!! Hopefully with the impeachment of Dilma and many other people being put in jail for coruption, etc., some things will change for the better here in Brasil. Brasil has many, many very smart and friendly people and I have many good ... Read More
Pets in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Brazil have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Brazil? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
Your opinion is duly noted. Most modern cities have laws that are suppose to prevent dogs from running run loose in cities like London, Houston, Paris, New York, etc. If a dog is caught loose, it is then taken to a city pound for adoption by a ... Read More
Pets in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Brazil have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Brazil? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
Pets are great!!! However, when someone is sleeping and they have a headache or have worked all night and have a dog bark during the day, it is extremely undesirable. I call it noise pollution and total rudeness. If your dog barks in your yard, ... Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS **** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
A simple question. Can you just go to Las Vegas and get married there. Then have the documents translated from this marriage? Doing legal things in Brasil is made for the lawyers to get rich. have a good day. John Read More
About the prices of giving birth in Brazil by SweetGirl1900
Hello everybody, Well , I'll say what I want to say directly. Actually I'm really shocked :o I'm pregnant and coming to Brazil in September due to my husband's work and my due date in November. I contacted some well known hospitals ...
James, I miss you so very much!!!! It is so nice just to go back and read your comments. Your friend, John Read More
Common misconceptions and clich茅s about life in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clich茅s die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Brazil can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Brazil? What are the most ...
You may or may not get use to bank strikes, but it reality here in Brasil. As such, you should always have a secondary back-up bank in he USA, etc. to get through emergencies. The university professors went on strike for five (5) months (to the ... Read More
Dollar to Real by ohanasurf
Look for the real to get weaker before Christmas. US Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen has delivered a cautiously upbeat outlook for the US economy, signaling the conditions necessary for an interest-rate increase have been met. The action will ...
Is there a safe place to exchange money in Macae or Rio das Ostras at a fair rate? The exchange office have extremely high fees and low rates!!! Read More
DIVORCE IN BRAZIL - It can be easy or a horror story by James
The unfortunate plight of a friend of mine, who will remain unnamed here, has prompted me to put together some information to help our members to get through the process with as little blood letting as possible. Like the title says, here in Brazil ...
My good friend James is dead. Read his posts very closely as he speaks with GREAT wisdom and knowledge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read More
Customer care in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Brazil and ...
Thanks for your opinion. It is most interesting!!! NOTED: "What's a funny remark about how english would improve things in Brazil...this is really from an expaxt ego-centric who is lost in this country because almost noone speak ... Read More
Customer care in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Brazil and ...
NOTED: Learning English does open doors. When I was hiring in Macae, if you did NOT speak read and written English, i just threw your resume in the trash. It was a waste of time. The emails come from the US in English. I do NOT have time to ... Read More
Customer care in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Brazil and ...
If a person learns to speak English then they can work with an international company and get a much better paying job. This is especially true. If A Brazilian can learn to speak English then they can get the hell of the poverty in Brasil and go ... Read More
Customer care in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Brazil and ...
You have a very good point!!!! Do you know why the Portuguese language was every invented or put to use? Do you know why the Brazilians stick to using Portuguese in their lower schools and high schools and then the people who want to get out in ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Brazil
Homesickness comes in various sizes and sometimes are worse at some times than others. I have lived in Brazil for fourteen years. I have many good friends there. When I go out to various places to the restaurants, stores, church, etc., people ... Read More
Will The Olympics Survive by Alascana
I found this article today on the Olympics, it has some key points, if you have time to read. it addresses some concerns for the past,present and future. 100 days until Rio 2016: 'It will be a great party, with a garbage legacy' | Sport | ...
Yes. My friend James is dead and is entombed in Macae. What a terrible loss. Even though I knew James for only a short time and had the opportunity to meet him and his son in person twice, I miss him so much!! James was a good man!!! Read More
Will The Olympics Survive by Alascana
I found this article today on the Olympics, it has some key points, if you have time to read. it addresses some concerns for the past,present and future. 100 days until Rio 2016: 'It will be a great party, with a garbage legacy' | Sport | ...
Yes. My friend James is dead and is entombed in Macae. What a terrible loss. Even though I knew James for only a short time and had the opportunity to meet him and his son in person twice, I miss him so much!! James was a good man!!! Read More
Brasil Waives Visa Requirement During Olympic Period by ohanasurf
Miami Herald 4 Jan 2016 US, Canadian, Australian and Japanese citizens will be able to visit Brasil without a visa for 90 days from the lead-up to the Rio 2016 Olympics to the conclusion of the Paralympic Games. The temporary visa waiver program ...
Hello, FYI. I am tentatively planning to go to some of the "CHEAP" Olympic games. If anyone wants to go to the same games, please let me know. I am interested in the volleyball in Copacabana, the basketball and gymnastic. The cheap ... Read More
Things to do in Rio de Janeiro during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Rio de Janeiro? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Rio de ...
Hello, FYI. I am tentatively planning to go to some of the "CHEAP" Olympic games. If anyone wants to go to the same games, please let me know. I am interested in the volleyball in Copacabana, the basketball and gymnastic. The cheap ... Read More
Brits in Rio by Nicola12
Hi all, I'm relatively new to Rio, I moved here with my husband just before Christmas. We're learning Portuguese (slowly!) but we're really looking to make friends with some fellow English speakers. Please get in touch if you fancy meeting up over ...
Hello, FYI. I am tentatively planning to go to some of the "CHEAP" Olympic games. If anyone wants to go to the same games, please let me know. I am interested in the volleyball in Copacabana, the basketball and gymnastic. The cheap ... Read More
Rio Dentist recommendations for getting Root Canal by alanastar8
Hi there, I am an Australian expat living in Canada. I am working in Rio for the Olympics for the next month (August 2016) and I have just been told I need a root canal from a dentist in Canada. Apparently getting major dental work done in Brazil ...
Interesting. I need a root canal also. I have found a dentist in Rio das Ostras which has done very good for me at a reasonable price. He does NOT speak English!!!!!!!!! I am going to ask him to refer to me a dentist who can do a root canal. I ... Read More
Will The Olympics Survive by Alascana
I found this article today on the Olympics, it has some key points, if you have time to read. it addresses some concerns for the past,present and future. 100 days until Rio 2016: 'It will be a great party, with a garbage legacy' | Sport | ...
FYI. I am tentatively planning to go to some of the "CHEAP" Olympic games. If anyone wants to go to the same games, please let me know. I am interested in the volleyball in Copacabana, the basketball and gymnastic. The cheap teickets ... Read More
IADC-Brazil 2016 Cook-Off - Saturday the 4th of June in Rio das Ostras
Friendly reminder for the Cook-Off on Saturday the 4th of June. There will be eleven teams cooking. Great food!!!!!! - Chili, gumbo and alternative food from Brasil. This will be a Family Day, so bring your kids. Hope to see you there!!! John Read More
IADC-Brazil 2016 Cook-Off - Saturday the 4th of June in Rio das Ostras
I did post. I hope to see some of the 大咖福利影院 persons at the Cook-Off. John /en/events/south-america/brazil/rio-de-janeiro/7-exhibitions-and-festivals/1911-iadc-brazil-2016-cook-off.html Read More
IADC-Brazil 2016 Cook-Off - Saturday the 4th of June in Rio das Ostras
Hello, The IADC-Brazil 2016 Cook-Off will be on Saturday the 4th of June in Rio das Ostras (close to Macae). The cook-Off will start at 12:00 NOON until 7:00 PM. This is an EXCELLENT event for you and your family. The cost of an adult ticket ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Brazil? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Brazil, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Yes, I would definitely move here to Brasil. There are pluses and minuses. The pluses far out weigh the minuses. Of course, if I could go back, I would eliminate all of minuses and then it would be perfect. However, that is not life. Part of ... Read More
Retiring to live in Brazil by BillBrazil
My decision to eventually live in Brazil, after retirement, was made in 1982. I had become acquainted with Brazil in 1976 as a result of an invitation to teach group psychotherapy methods to a large group of established psychiatrists and clinical ...
Congratulations!!!! A great success story. Read More
Expat gathering in Belo Horizonte - May 14th!
Congratulations. Great job!!!!!! As I live in Macae, I will not be able to attend in person, only in heart. Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Brazil by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Brazil? To help you meet people and find outings in Brazil, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Brazil: you can now follow what聮s going ...
James, Excellent!!! Confirned for 2:00 pm on Saturday, tge 6th of February. You should have my cell phone number already. Thank you! John Read More
Best cities to live in Brazil by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Brazil. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Please check out Nova Friburgo if you ant a city in the mountains which is cool and not hot. Read More
Best cities to live in Brazil by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Brazil. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
James, Excellent write up. Yes. The current mayor in Macae seems to be honest and hard working. (Hell must have frozen over.) So what about the get together on the 6th of February in your favorite city of Rio das Ostras. Where and ... Read More
Best cities to live in Brazil by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Brazil. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
James, Your write-ups and opinions are most interesting, as always!!! I quite disappointed you did not give your opinion about Macae and Rio das Ostras. Have a great day!! John Read More
US Dollar and Petrobras shares almost neck and neck by James
[img align=c]https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/24/Onedolar2009series.jpg[/img] Well for those who've been watching shares of Petrobras have dropped to their lowest point in the last 12 years, closing today at R$4,47 (low ...
Actually "How many people said you were crazy"? What will the price of oil be in three months, six months and one year? What are the ten best oil stocks to buy? What are the ten worst oil stocks to buy? Thanks and have great ... Read More
Travelling overland (bus) from Sao Paulo to Lima (Peru) by zebedeespring
OK guys, I am permanent resident in Brazil and also have a British Passport. While in Sao Paulo bus station a little while back, I saw one of the bus companies Groupo Ormeno providing a service from Tiete, Sao Paulo to Lima, Peru. I did not have ...
What is the longest time you have spent making a bus trip? I once made a bus trip from Macae to Salvador. I did it only ONE time. I still remember waking up from one of the times I was sleeping. I looked out the window and saw a very big cliff ... Read More
Health Insurance by travelr64
I know that with a retirement visa in Brazil I will be covered by the national health plan. I also understand that under this plan, at least in the region where I'll be living, the care isn't so great. Long waits, and not the best ...
NOTED: should apply to your local prefeitura for a SUS card. Where do I go to apply in Macae? As always, thanks, John Read More
Health Insurance by travelr64
I know that with a retirement visa in Brazil I will be covered by the national health plan. I also understand that under this plan, at least in the region where I'll be living, the care isn't so great. Long waits, and not the best ...
For the sake of clarity, what is the public plan SUS? Thank you in advance!!! John Read More
Looking for a Brazilian substitute for Andouille sausage by brazilfam
I have some major Saudades for Louisiana gumbo. I am hoping someone who has been in Brazil longer than me can recommend a good type of sausage here that I can use in place of Cajun Andouille sausage for some chicken and sausage gumbo. Thanks in ...
WOW. That was fast reply. Yes, Flornapolis is a long way from Macae. However, if you are ever in Rio de Janeiro, please let me know and maybe we can meet up. As a side note, Rio de Janeiro now has a few Mexican restaurants, but no gumbo to my ... Read More
Looking for a Brazilian substitute for Andouille sausage by brazilfam
I have some major Saudades for Louisiana gumbo. I am hoping someone who has been in Brazil longer than me can recommend a good type of sausage here that I can use in place of Cajun Andouille sausage for some chicken and sausage gumbo. Thanks in ...
I love gumbo and greatly miss it here in Brasil. I had a friend at the PUB restaurant in Macae close to the Sheraton who cooked me a great sausage and chicken gumbo and also a shrimp gumbo for the IADC-Brazil cook-off. However, he has now moved ... Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Brazil by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Brazil? To help you meet people and find outings in Brazil, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Brazil: you can now follow what聮s going ...
James, I am totally flexible and fully support whatever decision is made. With the oil crisis being extremely bad and many expats and Brazilians out of work, restaurants are too expensive. I am flexible on the kids to. However, I kindly ... Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Brazil by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Brazil? To help you meet people and find outings in Brazil, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Brazil: you can now follow what聮s going ...
James, As always, a good write-up. Rio das Ostras is great for me. (I live in Macae.) Is this event only for expats or can we bring a Brazilian friend? Personally, I like the southern get-together where each person brings one or two plates to ... Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Brazil by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Brazil? To help you meet people and find outings in Brazil, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Brazil: you can now follow what聮s going ...
Sounds great to meet at the beach on the 6th of February at 5:00 PM. However, what beach? I need exact location with a good reference/address so that I do not waste time and end up getting lost. John Read More
Replacing Expired Debit and Credit Cards from the USA by Alascana
I understand the nightmare of trying to open a bank account in Brazil, so let's not go there/lol. What I need to know is how does one go about replacing a expired debit or credit card from the USA,now before the anwsers start flying, here is my ...
Alascanam, Did you try to have the new debit or credit card sent to you via Fed Ex or DHL? I suggest DHL as it has a good tracking system and there are real people that you can MAYBE talk to when there is a problem. Once the bank card arrives, ... Read More
Divorce lawyer by Cabo Frio
Hi Have just discovered this forum so this is my first post but based on what i have been reading here it seems like a good place for a Gringo to get some advice on everyday issues while living in Brazil. So here is my question : Is there anyone ...
James, A most helpful response. "I know an excellent lawyer here in Maca茅, he's fluent in English having lived for several years in the USA. I've dealt with him personally and he's top notch on immigrations law. I presume ... Read More