supercad55
American looking for information about Costa Rica
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New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
How has your experience been? We will be coming in another year with 3 toddlers Read More
Neighborhood recommendations
Family of three with a toddler on a $1400 rental budget. Must be near transportation, a good hospital within 20 min in car/train, and walkable to the basics. Read More
Areas in and around Toronto for family
Family of four looking to visit Canada for six months and maybe longer in the future. My wife and I are looking for city or area recommendations near and around Toronto. We want to be within 30 minutes of the city Center by car or public transit. I ... Read More
Reasonably priced transportation from PC to Coronado by traceyusvi
Hi, I'm looking for info on getting to and from the airport in PC back to Coronado. I've seen the shuttle service for $100 each way but I'm looking for a less expensive option. If you have any information on this I would appreciate it. I ...
I'm referring to anyone constantly complaining about living in the country. So if you feel it's you you're probably right Read More
Dealing with emergency situations in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in Panama face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What are ...
Stop crying and leave guy! Sound like a nagging wife Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Allana I will look into these places, I have no idea about Belize only going by what other's have said about Belize. Today I will look into it and try to find the area I like and go from there Read More
Family of three - would $2800 be enough? by supercad55
Would an income of $2800 be enough for a family of three small infant living within an hour of Panama City with rent no more than $600?
Thanks Tracy We really like the Coronado area and we will be taking a 3 week trip in a couple of months. We will decide after the trip when we search for apartments and homes Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
I'm sure her dad would hate anywhere we moved to. She has told me her family in the Philippines has asked her for money. Her mom we do send 20 bucks every month sometimes every 2 months but she never ask us for anything unlike her cousins and ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
I think Cebu as well and we will be there later this tear for 3 weeks. Manilla may be a little too much. Would love to be within an hour of Manilla for sure. Read More
Family of three - would $2800 be enough? by supercad55
Would an income of $2800 be enough for a family of three small infant living within an hour of Panama City with rent no more than $600?
That's the one I will miss being retired from the military. I may take my flights to florida to the va for care but I still want good insurance in Panama. A good hospital nearby is a must for me. We love Coronado but not sure yet about the rent. Read More
Family of three - would $2800 be enough? by supercad55
Would an income of $2800 be enough for a family of three small infant living within an hour of Panama City with rent no more than $600?
Thanks stumpy very helpful really trying to get ahead of the move in a year. Getting passports in 3 weeks were thinking a year and we should be on our way Read More
Family of three - would $2800 be enough?
Would an income of $2800 be enough for a family of three small infant living within an hour of Panama City with rent no more than $600? Read More
Reasonably priced transportation from PC to Coronado by traceyusvi
Hi, I'm looking for info on getting to and from the airport in PC back to Coronado. I've seen the shuttle service for $100 each way but I'm looking for a less expensive option. If you have any information on this I would appreciate it. I ...
Hello ma'am me and my wife are thinking about moving to Panama. I see you on other post and just wanted to ask how do you like it so far? Any advice on what you think would make the transition smoother for a family of 3 with infant? Read More
V.A. is there a Va hospital in panama? by scotney3
I am a vetern,I get my health care from them,?????? What information do you have on this?
Thinking of moving to Panama as well in a year year in a half time and 100% disabled I need VA access any information about this process can you email me at xxx Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
Thanks, I'm trying to learn everything I can before we make our decision. This site is great for me the positive and the negative comments help me with looking things up. I want to be sure my wife and kids are enjoying the country and doing ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Income of only 3200 a month I'm not sure about Singapore but Malaysia I have heard good things. Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Medical retirement not fully retired sorry about that. Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
Everywhere is different sometimes you win sometimes you lose but you knew what you were getting yourself into when you bought the property in the first place. Sometimes you get half 25% or 100 but you need to do your research in each state and ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Never looked into this area I keep hearing good things I will look up more people in this area and contact them. I read it was very safe and as you said stay in the city. Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Great information! I spoke with her dad he's lived in the PH for 30 years now living in America and he advised me not to go and he thinks we should stay in the states which is not going to happen. I will check out Equador Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
If you do your research you would know how business is done in other countries. Don't complain your grown you made the decision now deal with the consequences cant blame the govt. Women in the states take homes cars that men kill over and go ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
Let's be honest the same thing happens in America everyday so don't blame the women of the country when men lose property everyday to American women. Can't feel sorry for yourself your a grown man move on let it go, men need to do ... Read More
Cost of living and where to live by Shannon63
Hi, I'm Irish and I'm considering moving to Thailand and I'm looking for some information on the cost of living in Thailand and suggested places to move to. I'm fairly active work out in the gym and run regularly and would like to ...
I'm in the same boat as far as the different countries to live in my choices are Costa Rica Panama Philippines and Thailand. What country did you like the most as far as seeing yourself living there? I know you said you haven't been to a ... Read More
New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourself here 聳 1st quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Costa Rica forum? Don聮t 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 ...
Still undecided on where we will be moving as a family between Panama, CR, or Thailand. Married with one kid on the way medically retired out of the service last year. My wife is from the Philippines but she is a US citizen and US Army reserve ... Read More
ideas by supercad55
Moving in 2018 from San Diego CA I'm in my late 20s and wife is mid 20s. We've moved a lot due to military and feel we want a break from the states for a few years. I know a little Spanish we will have a 2 year old and an income for now of ...
Thanks KOHLERIAS, Good information the walkability is a big factor and kids as well. I will be asking more questions in the very near future about all things costa rica Read More
ideas by supercad55
Moving in 2018 from San Diego CA I'm in my late 20s and wife is mid 20s. We've moved a lot due to military and feel we want a break from the states for a few years. I know a little Spanish we will have a 2 year old and an income for now of ...
I get free healthcare in America so not sure what I want to do on that end either. That will be one of the negatives for moving but I will look more into it. Not really looking to work when I first get there, but my question then would be if I ... Read More
ideas
Moving in 2018 from San Diego CA I'm in my late 20s and wife is mid 20s. We've moved a lot due to military and feel we want a break from the states for a few years. I know a little Spanish we will have a 2 year old and an income for now of ... Read More
New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourself here 聳 1st quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Costa Rica forum? Don聮t 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 ...
Dant here checking in from San Diego California by way of North Carolina. Currently in the process of getting passports for me and my wife this year I'm 29 she's 25 one kid on the way. We're not sure where we want to start our new life ... Read More