Timothy Tang
@MartyMcfly
American expat in Brazil
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27
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6
About me
American
Lives in Sao Paulo
Registration: 27 August 2010
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A Gringo's Survival Guide to Brazil by James
http://9imb150dy03dci7w3gxvi91b.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/survival-guide.jpgA Gringo’s Survival Guide to Brazil (or everything you ever wanted to know about life in Brazil and couldn’t find out) Note: This ...
"Some procedures have changed lately so a foreigner can go directly to any Receita Federal with his/her passport and get a CPF immediately." This country is moving in the right direction! Let's give them some credit. (P.S. They only lost my CPF ... Read More
Pregnancy in São Paulo by Christine
Hi, could you please share advice and tips about pregnancy in São Paulo? Who are the best gynecologists for pregnancy follow-ups? Which hospitals or clinics would you recommend to give birth in São Paulo? Thanks a lot in advance for ...
I had great experience with Albert Einstein Hospital. I heard they are the best in South America. However, they only have one floor dedicated to maternity. ProMatre Paulista is a specialized hospital. This was recommended to me. - Tim Read More
New in Sao Paulo by Gracie Chang
hello everyone, I am Gracie and from Taiwan, just moved to Sao Paulo and dont really speak Portugeese yet, I am around Jardin area, and hope to meet new people here and get to know the life here in Sao Paulo if possible. Please drop me a line if ...
Peeps, There is another expat meet tomorrow night (December 13th). Send me your email address if you are interested. Beijos, - Tim Read More
New in Sao Paulo by Gracie Chang
hello everyone, I am Gracie and from Taiwan, just moved to Sao Paulo and dont really speak Portugeese yet, I am around Jardin area, and hope to meet new people here and get to know the life here in Sao Paulo if possible. Please drop me a line if ...
Hi folks, There is an expat "get together" this Wednesday night, Nov 30th, 2011, from 8pm on. Send me a note if you are interested and I will forward you more information. Beijos, - Tim Read More
Miss Americans by martasp
Hi, I recently moved here for a work assignment and have been here 2 months, I'm about an hour from Sao Paulo. Looking to meet, hang out, people watch, share experiences, and meet friends in my similar situation. I've recently become home sick, and ...
I think Marta moved back to the US. What a fun gal to hang out with. I miss hanging out with her already! - Tim Read More
Looking for BBF in Sao Paulo - Joking, but looking for good friends! by Nicole Buff
Hello all, I recently moved to Sao Paulo after living in New York my entire life. So far, the few months that I have been here a lot has been going on with me.... - I got married to a Brazilian, he is the reason why I moved in the first ...
Give yourself sometime to adjust. I have been here for 1 year and half and I still have a love-hate relationship with SP Brazil. I have to keep reminding myself that this is Brazil and not "home". The increasing cost of living in SP sure doesn't ... Read More
Shopping in São Paulo by Yud
Hello dear members, I guess this could be an interesting topic. I invite all members in Sao Paulo (both locals & expats) to share their daily/weekly/monthly experience about shopping. You may also include some shopping tips/suggestions! So can you ...
Who can afford to shop in Sao Paulo?! Coming from the Bay area California, I find everything insanely expensive! Read More
Preparation for the move South of the equator! by Reanna
I've been in San Francisco for three years. I've lived in London, Quebec and the states and have been fortunate to have met incredible people on the journey one of which is my best friend who is from Brazil. On my travels there this year I met ...
Hi Reanna, Welcome to SP, Brazil! I spent most of my life living in Bay/Santa Cruz area California and I can certainly give you some perspectives. Things are expensive here in SP! Bring as much as you can. Pack you suitcase to the MAX! In terms ... Read More
Applying for a Work Visa here in Sao Paulo by zilrellim
So right now I have a tourist visa and our company lawyers are taking forever to deal with our work visas...which I'd like to get sorted before Christmas since I'd like to make it home for that.... is this something I can do by just taking some ...
Liz, Have you figure this out yet? My friend Michelle (from NY) has done this earlier this year. Want me connect you two? Beijos (from freezing Cali!....34F!!!) - Tim Yeah the company should do this... but they haven't found a person to do it ... Read More
do you recommend me to bring my furniture or buy new ones once arrive? by Lilo09
Hi there,I'll be moving to Rio in 2 months, i'm living in Dubai and I don't know if bring with me all my furniture or sell it and buy new ones there, could you please help me? Thx Gee
Here is more detail for your consideration: 1. LCD TVs - Brazil doesn't use NTSC system (check your TV). However, the cable box from the Brazil cable company (which isa motorola box) is able to be configured to send NTSC signal. In this case, ... Read More
do you recommend me to bring my furniture or buy new ones once arrive? by Lilo09
Hi there,I'll be moving to Rio in 2 months, i'm living in Dubai and I don't know if bring with me all my furniture or sell it and buy new ones there, could you please help me? Thx Gee
Lilo, For a 5 year plan, you might better off do a single shot and move everything over! I was in the same situation and after checking out the prices of the furniture and appliances, I moved everything (I wish I had moved more!) including frig, ... Read More
do you recommend me to bring my furniture or buy new ones once arrive? by Lilo09
Hi there,I'll be moving to Rio in 2 months, i'm living in Dubai and I don't know if bring with me all my furniture or sell it and buy new ones there, could you please help me? Thx Gee
Lilo09, jimeluiz was right on. In addition I think you need to figure out..How long are you going to stay in Rio? If you don't bring the furniture, do you have a place to store them at home? How are you going to bring the furniture? Via ... Read More
children by uscs302
cheaper to raise an infant in the US or sp?
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× moms here can probably give you a more accurate answer. I haven't done this but from the price of all the baby items I find here, my gut feel is that it is more expensive here in Brazil. I was price shocked (as in other items) in how much ... Read More
softball and baseball in sao paulo by uscs302
does anybody know of any organized or unorganized softball or baseball leagues in sao paulo?
check out the information from the american society website. I know they do have organized little league baseball. Read More
im serious..pancakes by uscs302
are there any places that serve proper pancakes in sp or proper american style food?
Rob, it sounds like you are still in your "adjusting period". Don't worry you will get over it! Now try to find peanut butter...:) Cheers, - Tim Read More