Expat Files – 01.13.17

 #1- When Crossing Latin American land borders:
Doing so will always involve varying degrees discomfort, irritation and testiness. Sound familiar? Get ready for heavy dose of bureaucratic laziness on an epic scale. Most often the gringo advantage will do you no good there.
 
#2- A specific case of the Gringo “DISADVANTAGE”  
Today a “boots on the ground” story depicting of one of those infrequent situations when being a Gringo or Expat works against you.
 
#3- Today we have another Decameron resort story. This time in Colombia. Hear Part 1 of what happens when a Gringo (married to Colombian) signs up for one of those famous (and famously complicated) Decameron Resort Club packages
 
#4-The latest Latin TV attacks on Donald Trump will make you laugh out loud. You’ll think it’s a joke and they can’t be serious, but they are!
 
#5-Announcing the new “Podcast by Phone” feature. You can now listen to the last FIVE Expat Files programs over the phone. The phone number is: 1-701-719-0893
 
#6– Johnny’s new “Expat Essentials Course” is a blueprint for your Plan B  and the next best way to get started without actually coming to Latin America. Atwww.ExpatPlanB.com see the three video intros to my new “Expat Essentials” course.