

Alan
@AlanUK
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Television Show - House Hunters International by MichelleLeopard
Are you an ex-pat who's bought property in Paraguay? We'd love to put your story on TV! "House Hunters International" is coming to Paraguay and we are looking for great relocation stories from people who have bought property. Please get in touch ...

Hello. I bought a property in 2008 and after renovations opened it up as a B&B. The business rose to No 1 choice on TripAdvisor was reported on in La Nacion and if I'm correct your programme filmed a family on our premises during your last ... Read More


Do NOT buy used cars in Paraguay by GuestPoster791
If you are thinking about buying a car or truck in Paraguay, STOP. The short advice is that donÂ’t do it. At least donÂ’t buy anything used. Spending years in Latin America has thought me that donÂ’t trust a soul when it comes to any vehicle and that ...

I was a proud owner of one of the said Chilen switched imports. Ive even been to a major work shop seeing how its down . I had a toyota which I paid a resonable but no cheap price. Yes a few niggles but in the world of used car sales nothing that ... Read More


Do NOT buy used cars in Paraguay by GuestPoster791
If you are thinking about buying a car or truck in Paraguay, STOP. The short advice is that donÂ’t do it. At least donÂ’t buy anything used. Spending years in Latin America has thought me that donÂ’t trust a soul when it comes to any vehicle and that ...

I was a proud owner of one of the daid Chien switched imports. Ive even been to a major work shop seeing how its down . I had a toyota which I paid a resonable but no cheap price. Yes a few niggles but in the world of used car sales nothing that ... Read More


ONE MONTH RENTAL OF FURNISHED FLAT OR HOUSE NEAR ASUNCION by pedroec1
We hope to be spending a month soon in Paraguay- sort of pilot holiday. anyone got any suggestions on on where we could stay? Thanks in advance.

Hello again Peter. I didn't connect the messages. I just opened the booking again on Airbnb 'Apartmento Manuel Frutos' and there are photos etc there , but we have been doing a deal for private tenants. Also, if you like the area like ... Read More


ONE MONTH RENTAL OF FURNISHED FLAT OR HOUSE NEAR ASUNCION by pedroec1
We hope to be spending a month soon in Paraguay- sort of pilot holiday. anyone got any suggestions on on where we could stay? Thanks in advance.

Hello Again... Pleased you may be interested. As Priscilla moderated ...you will find some detail on the page that she identified. I suppose if you reply to that add I can send details etc or there is a famous american site that lets people rent out ... Read More


ONE MONTH RENTAL OF FURNISHED FLAT OR HOUSE NEAR ASUNCION by pedroec1
We hope to be spending a month soon in Paraguay- sort of pilot holiday. anyone got any suggestions on on where we could stay? Thanks in advance.

I have a one bed selfcontained apartment I rent out. In San Cristobal, next neighbourhood to Villa Mora. Safe and all facilities. AlanUK Read More


Rental needed by patles
I am moving to Asuncion in July to work at the American School in Asuncion. I need to rent a place to live. Any suggestions, advice, leads appreciated.

Hello Patti. Sunny now rainy UK here, By all means contact me via my email if you prefer. The studio has a kitchen / sitting area with tv and a small table as per photo. The bedroom can have a double bed or two singles comfortably and there is the ... Read More


Rental needed by patles
I am moving to Asuncion in July to work at the American School in Asuncion. I need to rent a place to live. Any suggestions, advice, leads appreciated.

Hello Pati. I spoke with my housekeeper and we think you will be working in avienidas Espana ? That isn't far at all. She suggested that maybe a representative of the college come and have a look for you if you are interested. I hope you were ... Read More


Rental needed by patles
I am moving to Asuncion in July to work at the American School in Asuncion. I need to rent a place to live. Any suggestions, advice, leads appreciated.

hello Patti. We don't have any plans that suggest it won't be available. Do you have an email .. for photos we are actually on airbnb , estudio manuel frutos or apartment manuel frutos in Barrio San Cristobal. If you want to view, please let ... Read More


Rental needed by patles
I am moving to Asuncion in July to work at the American School in Asuncion. I need to rent a place to live. Any suggestions, advice, leads appreciated.

Hello, Would a self contained studio in a good area sur fice? Garden and pool too. Alan Read More


Water Quality by jaguar57
The tap water here in Asuncion isn't good at all (because it is contaminated and has bacteria) and so I've been drinking and cooking with bottled water but lately I've been feeling really lousey and tired and so bought a test kit to test ...

Again, thinking of my housekeeper and her family. I'm not aware of them losing their teeth. I agree there are a significant number that do but they seem to live outside the city and in general enjoy sugary drinks etc without being able to ... Read More


Water Quality by jaguar57
The tap water here in Asuncion isn't good at all (because it is contaminated and has bacteria) and so I've been drinking and cooking with bottled water but lately I've been feeling really lousey and tired and so bought a test kit to test ...

Although I only spend three months a year at my place in Asuncion and do buy Seltz water , I've always understood it to be an unnecessary luxury. All my paraguayan friends use Asuncion mains water and a good pal who is living there full time ... Read More


Food, suburbs, and security in Asunción by Goodknight
I am wondering a couple of things. One can answer any or all of them. One, at home I eat a lot of frozen foods which I just heat up in a pan. I don't like cooking much. I get a brand that sells at the health food store. I am wondering if they ...

Not at all sure what Jaredhen is referring to? Carmelitas and Villa Mora both Top Drawer! Read More


Food, suburbs, and security in Asunción by Goodknight
I am wondering a couple of things. One can answer any or all of them. One, at home I eat a lot of frozen foods which I just heat up in a pan. I don't like cooking much. I get a brand that sells at the health food store. I am wondering if they ...

Food...Not had any trouble obtaining groceries if you are willing to scour across the better shops such as Hyper Seiss..Casa Rica, Real Villa Mora. Our place is inSan Cristobal which is sort of mid position of the barrios you mention...my own ... Read More


Moving to Asuncion, NEED HELP by iROCKMYOWNSTYLE
Hello All, I am moving to Asuncion sometime around August-September. I will be staying until March 1, 2015. Looking for 1 or 2 bedroom apartment close to the US Embassy and/or in town close to shops, activities, etc. I will rely on public ...

Hi again...Have you had any luck locating a place to live yet ? Read More