Joel Chury
@FreeRangeJoel
Canadian expat in Paraguay
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Asuncion
Speaks English, Spanglish
Registration: 29 August 2012
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The Hell That Is Banking in Paraguay
Here's my latest piece on the pain of banking in Paraguay as an entrepreneur. Let's just say I don't recommend starting a business in Paraguay until they smarten up on their banking practices... suite.io/joel-c/6ne42z7 Read More
SCARY: The Top 5 Things I Took for Granted Before Moving to Paraguay
It's been a while since I posted here, but I figured it might be worthwhile to share my latest article with you all. I'd already written about things I'd missed from back home for another publication, but that was more of a ... Read More
Looking for Asuncion Hotel Recommendations by Kevin4822
Hi, I'm considering moving to Paraguay and in October I'm taking a trip down to Asuncion. I've done some research, but I want others opinions on the best hotels for a cheap price range. I've found two potential hotels: Hotel Casa ...
Also... another Vancouverite?! How awesome is that? Read More
Looking for Asuncion Hotel Recommendations by Kevin4822
Hi, I'm considering moving to Paraguay and in October I'm taking a trip down to Asuncion. I've done some research, but I want others opinions on the best hotels for a cheap price range. I've found two potential hotels: Hotel Casa ...
Hello Kevin, It depends on what you're looking for. I've stayed at the Hotel Palmas del Sol which is alright, and quite cheap. However, for a MUCH better bang for your buck, I'd highly recommend staying at AlanUK's recommendation... El Jardin de ... Read More
vitamins/medicines checked upon arrival in Paraguay? by jaguar57
What was your experience with this in the airport once you arrived? Did they trash all bottles that had their cap seal broken? Did they require prescriptions for medicines you were bringing in? thanks!
It should also be noted that many items that would require a prescription back home, can be acquired down here without one. Perhaps to find the generic name for each drug, and see if it can be found down here. Paraguay has a couple large pharma ... Read More
Places to visit in Paraguay by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in Paraguay, what would you suggest to discover the country? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Paraguay, the tourist sites? How to visit the country in ...
Disagree! :) I think that there is plenty to do here. - Sit atop of Planta Alta on a beautiful Paraguayan night under the stars - Gaze upon the Presidential Palace from across the street at Casa Clari - Drive out to Aregua and buy some art - ... Read More
Anybody know anyone who has naturalized as a Paraguayan?? by brandwach
Thanks I am curious. Also I am particularly interested to hear if anyone knows of anyone else who has naturalized in PY while living outside of PY for the majority of the time. thanks
Most of the expats here aren't rushing to get naturalized. It's a dubious task. A question was asked, and the community didn't have the answers the person wanted. So be it. As for the other stuff about other providers... if someone wants to pay a ... Read More
Looking for a reliable lawyer for Cedula/citizenship by Michael_D
Hi everyone! I'm trying to find a lawyer that can help me through the process of getting the cedula and eventually after some years the citizenship. I have been reading a lot about this topic, and it seems realistic. I am currently working in ...
You forgot to link it, Lonnie... ;) Read More
Earn Dollars, Spend and Live on Guaranis
I've been a telecommuter for the past 3 years, and after securing my methods of getting paid without hassle, I was able to move to Paraguay. I've already met quite a few expats that do the same, however, there are still those out there that insist ... Read More
5 Nutrition Tips for Eating Healthy in Paraguay
Hola! For those that are new to Paraguay, you may find the whole grocery shopping experience to be quite different than back home. While the first stages of your experience will most likely revolve around the many amazing restaurants that the ... Read More
Moving To Paraguay by Paraguayan
Hi, Have a couple of questions to ask about paragauay, residence. 1. I know that if i want to apply for residence in Paraguay i need to legalise my birth cert and etc, but what do i do if there is no Paraguay embassy in my country (Singapore), ...
You're set for 90 days. The multi entry Visa is your only option these days, as of November. I must've been one of the last people to get a multi-entry in Canada before the change. They kicked the price up to $150 for us, from $100. This new system ... Read More
Paraguayan Internet, Use, Structure, Growth, ,I-Commerce, etc. by Mike.M
A few days ago I read an article, I think by Mabel Renhardt?, lamenting the sad state of Paraguayan internet usage,... less than Haiti. It was an old article, before the Haitian earthquake, looong before. But here are some new ...
I get GREAT internet where I live (just outside of Asuncion in Fernando). My speeds are pretty much exactly what I pay for, especially since it appears that none of my neighbours are using wifi in their homes. I can hog all the download speed I ... Read More
Cerveza Selection - What kind of beers can I look forward to? by FreeRangeJoel
So, from our limited amount of research so far, we've learned that wine is quite cheap, and that a night out at a pub won't bankrupt you the way it does here in Vancouver. I always love to try different beers whenever I travel... so are there any ...
Tha Big E Did you try Astoria's Red Ale? It really scratches the itch. That said, since our arrival in February, new beers have taken hold in this country. After the first month we got a little sick of lagers and pilsners. Back home light coloured ... Read More
Hotel Accomodation in Asuncion by Aura.T.Mager
Hello, can somebody tell me, whether it' s a good choice to stay for vacation in Asuncion in the Yacht and Golf Club Hotel? Thanks AM
Upon our arrival, my wife, my 10 m/o son, and I all stayed at a great little B&B that recently opened called El Jardin de Montserrat. We truly loved it, as we stayed there for all of February. The setting was so "tranquilo" and the family running it ... Read More
Looking for a reliable lawyer for Cedula/citizenship by Michael_D
Hi everyone! I'm trying to find a lawyer that can help me through the process of getting the cedula and eventually after some years the citizenship. I have been reading a lot about this topic, and it seems realistic. I am currently working in ...
Jeronimo Finestra is who we are using. He and his partner are quite reliable, and make sure that you aren't missing anything on your documents. There are tiny things that can go wrong, and since they do this multiple times a week, they know what to ... Read More