Siobhan_Nolan
Irish looking for information about Puerto Rico
Forum posts
16
About me
Irish
Lives in Wexford
Registration: 09 February 2015
Activity
Our experience here during Maria and the aftermath
Hi all, I hope everyone who lives here on the island is ok post maria and recovering. I've written about our experiences here on my blog - it may provide an in sight for anyone wondering about facilities, services available or those thinking ... Read More
Cost of Living by Siobhan_Nolan
So we have been in PR now for about 20 months and I can't understand how low income earners survive here on the island with the high cost of living. Ok, Dorado is pretty expensive so lets take rent out of the equation. Our water bill is ...
Thank you for all the replies - the inconsistency is interesting. I do understand that our water bill should be slightly higher than most. We both shower twice a day, not long ones but still. We have a dishwasher that we use every day. We do ... Read More
Cost of Living
So we have been in PR now for about 20 months and I can't understand how low income earners survive here on the island with the high cost of living. Ok, Dorado is pretty expensive so lets take rent out of the equation. Our water bill is ... Read More
Considering a move to Dorado by snlkelleher
My husband and I are considering moving in January to Dorado with our 2 school age kids. I am looking for advice on what neighborhoods are best to meet new people and have a lot of children for our kids to play with. We will also be traveling to ...
I'm living in Dorado if you have any questions! Read More
We have arrived! by Siobhan_Nolan
We have been in Puerto Rico now for two weeks. I'll be blogging about life here and our experiences if anyone is interested in taking a look. highsandlowsofexpatlife.wordpress.com/
Hi Everyone, I know I've been quiet but this last month has been a bit slow and crazy at the same time. I have a new blog post all about it if anyone is interested. https://highsandlowsofexpatlife.wordpress.com/ Read More
We have arrived! by Siobhan_Nolan
We have been in Puerto Rico now for two weeks. I'll be blogging about life here and our experiences if anyone is interested in taking a look. highsandlowsofexpatlife.wordpress.com/
The reason for living in dorado is my husband is working in Barcelonita and the Irish community already here live in Dorado. Because of the Ritz hotel here and the name of Dorado beach east the rental prices seem to have been driven up. We have seen ... Read More
We have arrived! by Siobhan_Nolan
We have been in Puerto Rico now for two weeks. I'll be blogging about life here and our experiences if anyone is interested in taking a look. highsandlowsofexpatlife.wordpress.com/
Hi Liz, We are located in Dorado. We have been very lucky so far! People have been very supportive and nice. Hope your trip here is smooth! Read More
We have arrived!
We have been in Puerto Rico now for two weeks. I'll be blogging about life here and our experiences if anyone is interested in taking a look. highsandlowsofexpatlife.wordpress.com/ Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
Hi Everyone, Just a quick update. I wanted to thank all that posted replies and responded to my questions. My husband visited PR last week and has now signed his contract. He expects to be going before the end of May and I will follow in mid ... Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
Thanks so much for the replies everyone. Pippa - I have sent you a message if you check your email? Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
I think I'll need to adjust to the heat before I consider jogging over there! I was hoping that one of the gated communities would have a gym there as I've one at home here in the house in Ireland. Great for the rainy days here! From what ... Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
Thank you. That's really helpful. He will be working in barceloneta? I think his colleague recommended living in Dorado Beach East? Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
Thanks gregg and trekrider for the replies. I'll research as much as I can and be aware of all the cons too. Spent hours reading these forums and blogs last night. It's definitely eye opening! Trekrider, is there a market for personal ... Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
Hi Everyone, Thanks so much for your replies. I'll make sure and stock up on the sun cream. Especially with a small baby! We are trying to do as much research as we can. Are we absolutely crazy to be making this move with a baby? I know ... Read More
Moving to Puerto Rico from Ireland by Siobhan_Nolan
Hi all, My husband works for a medical device company and we have just found out that he will be moving to Puerto Rico for two years. I need all the information and advice that we can get. We have a six month old baby and don't speak Spanish. I ...
Thanks so much. That's really helpful to know. We will need to buy 1 if not 2 cars when we get there. I won't be working but I work in events and Public Relations here. I've been told I'll find it difficult to work without Spanish ... Read More