John Morrison
English expat in Colombia
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6
About me
English
Lives in Armenia
Registration: 03 June 2013
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In retrospect, would you move again to Colombia? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Colombia, would you heartily say "letÂ’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 ...
Dear Christine, After six years of living in Colombia, buying a house, renovating and extending it, sending our son to a local International School, driving a car and my wife trying to start a business.......unfortunately my advice is visit, rent ... Read More
Essentials to live in Colombia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Colombia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Colombia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Dear Christine, As the others have said before me, bring your computer, laptop and telephone. Electronics here are rubbish and service is poor. Just buy a local SIM card and smartphone plan and you will be fine. I wish I had brought a European ... Read More
Life in Armenia by Zinzielee
Can anyone tell me a bit about Armenia. The culture and practices, the people and their personalities, shopping areas, housing and general cost of living. And the limitation or lack thereof of extra curricular activities? Thank you
A pleasure, although uncomfortable it was my honest opinion after living in Armenia for four years. For renting you might try the following link, www.inmobiliariapenthouse.inmo.co as they seem to have a good reputation. Read More
Life in Armenia by Zinzielee
Can anyone tell me a bit about Armenia. The culture and practices, the people and their personalities, shopping areas, housing and general cost of living. And the limitation or lack thereof of extra curricular activities? Thank you
Armenia is a peaceful place to visit for a few months for a very traditional South American holiday experience. The people are very friendly and polite, the standard of dentistry, medical care and aesthetic surgery are all very good and reasonably ... Read More
What do you like the most in Colombia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Colombia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Colombia and the reason why you enjoy ...
The women, the climate and the north of Bogota! Read More
Colombian banks make it difficult to wire money from USA by jubiliado
My Colombian wife has an account with Davivienda and when we transfer money from the USA to her account, Davividenda turns it into a major complication and bureaucratic nightmare. We have to spend hours with them justifying the transfer, the ...
Unfortunately all Colombian banks and the government are backward with regard to international money transfers. I too have a Colombian wife and have been living in Colombia for four years and bank with BanColombia. Transferring relatively small ... Read More