Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Latin America”
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #761- SUN, MAY 27- (05-27-2018): #1- Today we discuss a few of the major changes that have unfolded for expats living in Latin America over the last decades- some for the better some for the worse. #2- Gringos and Expats are just unaware that in 99.9% of Latin homes the mothers and maids cook with palm …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #760- FRI, MAY 25- (05-25-2018): #1- Latinos view us so-called “rich” and “generous” gringos differently, depending whether we are on or off the tourist trail: That means where you are or hang out in Latin America determines how you will be viewed and treated by the locals. #2- The truth about the Latin Job market for Gringos …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #759- SUN, MAY 20- (05-20-2018): #1- Notice on your next visit to Latin America that surveillance cameras are starting to pop up all over the place: What’s that all about? Should we be worried? #2- The lowdown on sending packages and letters to and from friends and relatives up in the states: today we have a snail mail …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #758- FRI, MAY 18- (05-18-2018): #1- A (not so) funny thing happened to me on the way to my Latin dentist’s office: Today’s first boots on the ground story is a sad but telling one- on many levels. It’s the story of, love, life, luck (both bad and good) mixed in with a little larceny. #2- …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #757- SUN, MAY 13- (05-13-2018): #1- What the hell is going in Nicaragua? Part 1: Marches in the streets, people dying at the hands of the cops and the military, my how things change. It used to be such a highly touted and peaceful place for gringos and expats retiring and relocating. Why not so long …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #756- FRI, MAY 11- (05-11-2018): #1- Are there any Latin countries on the fast track to becoming 1st world or somewhat 1st world? Just what do the terms 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th world mean? #2- Plastic, easy credit, high interest loans and extended payment plans are ripe temptations for the Latin public. Most Latinos have no money in the bank… hmm, …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #754-FRI, APR 27- (04-27-2018): #1- Gringos and Expats express their greatest regrets in life: #2- Is it true that Expats and Gringos living NEAR but not ON the tourist trail have more fun? #3- The DIY (cheap) method of obtaining Residency in a Latin country versus hiring a Latin immigration attorney to assist you in the …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #754-FRI, APR 27- (04-27-2018): #1- Gringos and Expats express their greatest regrets in life: #2- Is it true that Expats and Gringos living NEAR but not ON the tourist trail have more fun? #3- The DIY (cheap) method of obtaining Residency in a Latin country versus hiring a Latin immigration attorney to assist you in the …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #753-SUN, APR 22- (04-22-2018): #1- Words of wisdom from gringos who left the US a long while back and are now expert expats. #2- The seedy side of gringos and expats: If you want to see the dark side of gringo life and meet gringos and expats who’ve gone native check out the nearest gringo/expat bar …
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #752-FRI, APR 20- (04-20-2018): #1- 101 reasons why I don’t use Flakebook, Titter Linkedin or any of the other antisocial media platforms, nor do I have a Smartphone: Listen to this rant if you dare. It’s guaranteed to ruin your day and give your stomach that sad, sinking feeling. #2- A few more words about the …
