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About Fran Rhea
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I can answer questions about traveling or moving to Puerto Rico. Questions can cover such topics as: hotels, beaches, restaurants, places to visit, what to bring, etc.

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I have lived in Puerto Rico since 2002.

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I have lived in Puerto Rico since 2002.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Fran Rhea 
In Category  Puerto Rico

SubjectDate Asked

fishing in Puerto Rico11/15/2009
  Q: we are looking for a place to rent our own boat and fishing gear in Puerto Rico. We are experienced ...
  A: I don't know about taking out a large boat by yourselves, but there are several fishing charters ...
Working and living in PR w/ some Spanish11/3/2009
  Q: Hola. I read a previous answer given about only being able to speak english and living in PR. Well, ...
  A: The north side of the island is full of large businesses, but I don't really keep up with the job ...
transportation10/29/2009
  Q: My wife and I will be staying over night at the San Juan airport. We will need ground transportation ...
  A: Renting a car can be the best bet and will allow you to have a good time in and around Rincon. The ...
Moving to Puerto Rico10/25/2009
  Q: Hola Fran, I am a pilot and will be moving there in about a week to begin a new job. Can you give me ...
  A: The side of San Juan that is closer to Fajardo is probably better. I don't know about the price ...
title and deed on property9/9/2009
  Q: father passed away a year ago left a house in villa Pesquera d43 Isabella PR 00662 need to know ...
  A: You definately need an abogado. Try the listings at: ...
I had identity theft and I am moving to San Juan ,puerto rico I am having a really difficlut time in finding a place that is $400-$6009/9/2009
  Q: Hola ,my name is Gianna I am trying to move to San Juan ,Puerto Rico by the end of september. ...
  A: I'm not going to lie and say that it will be easy. It won't. Life here is a struggle just like ...
Property in PR & Death of Owner9/6/2009
  Q: My Uncle recently passed away in the US. He came to the US to have heart surgery and died five day ...
  A: Yes, the problems you mentioned do exist. The best thing she can do is get a lawyer, and contact ...
What is the cheapest areas to live in P.R.?9/1/2009
  Q: Subject line about says it all. I am thinking of moving to P.R. and am going there on 9-5-09 and ...
  A: If you live outside any of the major towns, rent for a one-bedroom is about $250/month and often ...
transportation/hotels8/23/2009
  Q: I will be bringing a group of 120 people to San Juan for a cruise. We will be on the Serenade of the ...
  A: My suggestion would be to secure the lodging first. They can tell you what bus lines or taxi ...
dive jobs in pr8/18/2009
  Q: my name is Carlos L.soto. I am looking for a job in Puerto Rico ...
  A: The cost of living on the coast is similar to living in a large city ($450+ for studio). Living ...
Moving to PR8/15/2009
  Q: my husband and I and our 4 year old daughter are planning on moving to PR. Can you tell us the best ...
  A: First here are the moving companies for Puerto Rico: La Flor de Mayo Express Inc. 787.251.8515, ...
where to stay8/8/2009
  Q: My family of 5, my 27 year old son and his wife and my younger son age 23 will be visiting Puerto ...
  A: Both areas are part of San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico. Condado is the merchant and beach area. ...
aguadilla puerto rico7/12/2009
  Q: My husband is from puerto rico and he has a lot of family in aguadilla....things are so bad over ...
  A: Well, the economy is hard everywhere. I can understand though why you would have had a hard time. ...
moving to pr7/4/2009
  Q: my husband and i are considering a move with his company in arecibo and would like know what areas ...
  A: I would try Utuado, Isabella or Arecibo itself. Anything else (unless you consider the outskirts of ...
help1/7/2008
  Q: I am moving to Santa Islabel Puerto Rico. I've been searching online for jobs that are in demand of ...
  A: Try www.clasificadosonline.com. They have a job section. The only problem I see is that your Spanish ...
What to bring/wear in Rincon?1/3/2008
  Q: My husband and I (we're both in our fifties) are going to the Rincon Beach Resort from Jan. 6-11, ...
  A: Awesome! You are lucky enough to be staying on both sides of the island. Each is different, and ...
Need a car/restaurant job12/29/2007
  Q: I am from NYC and want to stay in PR for a month or two. Do I need a car and can I work in a ...
  A: Yes, you will definitely need a car. Not having one would make for lots of long-distance walking ...
property taxes for non-residents12/29/2007
  Q: Can you give me some idea of what the real estate taxes would be in Puerto Rico for a house ...
  A: I would contact a San Juan Realtor. They should be able to provide the answer better than I can. ...
Staying in Old San Juan Dec 27-Jan 312/20/2007
  Q: I will be with a party of 4 during an upcoming trip to Puerto Rico staying in a condo in Old San ...
  A: San Juan does have several transportation options. Take a look here for prices and methods: ...
Considering moving summer 0812/19/2007
  Q: Seasons Greetings Fran, I am considering relocating to P.R. in summer '08 with my 1yr old.I am ...
  A: Rincon even though it is Americanized still requires Spanish. The Puerto Ricans do not like to use ...
Places to Stay for a Family in Puerto Rico12/19/2007
  Q: This is a great service! We are planning to travel to Puerto Rico in mid February. We are two ...
  A: The town of Jobos has several guest houses, but this is my favorite. Not only is the beach there ...
Moving to PR12/19/2007
  Q: I'm actually from PR and been living in NYC for the past 5yrs. I'm planning on moving back and ...
  A: Well, you must decide if you are going to bring household goods, and vehicles with you. If so you ...
Places to Stay for a Family in Puerto Rico12/16/2007
  Q: This is a great service! We are planning to travel to Puerto Rico in mid February. We are two ...
  A: Six nights should be a good trip. There is a little town called Isabella on the North coast not too ...
Moving to PR12/16/2007
  Q: Been thinking of moving to Puerto Rico, I am retired, male, 66 y/o, and single, I like the area you ...
  A: In the area where I live you can purchase a house for as little as $60,000 or as much as $200,000. ...
moving to island12/11/2007
  Q: Since my parents retired to PR about 3 years ago, I have visited the island about half a dozen times ...
  A: You have asked some good questions. Here are my answers: 1. The job situation is bad, but there is ...
Trip to Puerto Rico12/11/2007
  Q: We are taking a cruise in April 2008. The starting point is Puerto Rico. We would like to stay a ...
  A: Here is a place with lots of San Juan listings: ...
One day trip to Carribean Islands12/4/2007
  Q: Im coming to Puerto Rico in February would like a day trip to a carribean Island besides St. ...
  A: Not really. Everywhere else is too far except maybe the Dominican Republic. You would have to find a ...
few hours in San Juan area, what to do?11/29/2007
  Q: I have two layovers in San Juan coming up, one for 4 hrs, and the other for 7 hours. What can I ...
  A: Megan, That's a really good question. San Juan is filled with things to do near the airport. The ...
possible relocation to Puerto Rico11/26/2007
  Q: "Hola! I am writing because my husband and I may be relocating to Puerto Rico if he accepts an ...
  A: Dorado is too close to San Juan for my tastes. I avoid San Juan unless impossible to avoid. ...
places to stay in Arecibo11/6/2007
  Q: Visiting Arecibo, PR with my wife for ten days over Thanksgiving. Wondering if you could recommend ...
  A: I don't know of a particular place, but can point you in the direction to find something for you and ...
hotels7/25/2007
  Q: we are coming to san juan in november over thanksgiving, and staying at the intercontinental hotel, ...
  A: I'm really a bad person to ask as I am not fond of San Juan. The hotel has mixed reviews, but a very ...
Ferry de PR a St.Croix7/11/2007
  Q: Hola Frances, Necesito algun tipo de informacion en referente a transporte de Puerto Rico a Santa ...
  A: There is a ferry once a month from Fajardo that goes to St. Thomas, but that is it. Here is the ...
things to do in san juan6/20/2007
  Q: Could you recommend some activities/sight seeing things to do for a family with 2 young boys? I hear ...
  A: You should see the fort in Old San Juan. Also El Yunque is a National Forest (where the waterfall ...
any suggestions for my wedding?5/10/2007
  Q: My fiance and i planning to get married next may(2008) and we wanted to have our wedding in Puerto ...
  A: If most of your friends and family only speak English, Rincon may be more friendly. It is located on ...
san juan puerto rico5/2/2007
  Q: i am planning a trip to san juan in mid may, from the 15th - 23rd. doeas it rain alot at that time ...
  A: It is hard to say with the weather changing as it has been. If it does rain, it is usually in the ...
Restaurants4/13/2007
  Q: My daughter is getting married at Casa de Espana on July 1, 2007 and are staying at the Caribe ...
  A: I don't know about prices, but here are some good restaurants in San Juan: Ostra Cosa, Calle del ...
travel to puerto rico-help???4/2/2007
  Q: I am confused...Do I need to obtain a US passport to travel to Puerto Rico from Maryland by air, or ...
  A: Since that is the case, the Condado area of San Juan could be a blast. You could include a trip to ...
travel to puerto rico-help???4/2/2007
  Q: I am confused...Do I need to obtain a US passport to travel to Puerto Rico from Maryland by air, or ...
  A: Since Puerto Rico is a US Territory no passport is needed. You did not say how long you were ...
dogs to puerto rico questions3/28/2007
  Q: I am trying to take my 2 bull dogs(65 lbs.)& (52 lbs.) with me to Puerto Rico due to a 50 day job ...
  A: No, there is no ferry. If you ship your vehicle the dogs cannot go with it. The only way I know of ...
Where to stay in Rincon3/26/2007
  Q: We are two middle-age couples that are going to visit the Northwest area on 3/28 for a couple of ...
  A: Here are a couple of places: Parador Villa Antonio http://www.villa-antonio.com/ Coconut Palms ...
toddler suggestions for feb vaca sanjuan and mayaguez2/11/2007
  Q: Any special ideas for fun for toddlers, 2 boys age 2 and 4, we will be at the Condado in San Juan ...
  A: I would definately hit the fort in Old San Juan. They should enjoy running and exploring the ruins ...
Mail delivery in PR1/1/2007
  Q: We will be living in Las Piedras this winter and would like to forward our mail from MA either to ...
  A: Yes, mail lines are quite often long. I think this is due to the mail boxes they use - most only ...
San Juan to Rincon12/28/2006
  Q: Does PR have ground transportation from San Juan to Rincon or anywhere close to Rincon? I am trying ...
  A: No. You can maybe find a taxi, but it will be very expensive. There is very little public ...
Puerto Rico12/20/2006
  Q: We are going to visit PR in January We are thinking of moving there My questions: 1) I am an ...
  A: 1. No. Federal taxes still apply. 2. Yes. We have all US benefits. 3. Yes. Rincon is the major one, ...
Schools in Puerto Rico6/8/2006
  Q: I am planning to attend graduate school at the Univ. of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras in August this ...
  A: I doubt if the kids could get in the same school. All public schools are in Spanish, but teach ...
travel in Puerto Rico3/18/2006
  Q: My husband is invited to a work meeting in Rio Grande (at the Westin Rio Mar)What sight seeing do ...
  A: Have you looked at their website? It is at http://www.westinriomar.com/recreation/index.html. You ...
Can I see turquise colored sea at beach of puerto rico in november?10/11/2005
  Q: .. I'm a language school student in Santa Barbara. I am interested in transfering to puerto rico ...
  A: Here are your answers: 1. Yes...the water throughout the Caribbean is turquoise. It is awesome! It ...
What to expect in PR5/22/2005
  Q: I'm thinking about going to san Juan PR with my friend in the first week of Aug, It will be my ...
  A: Have you ever been to New York City? If so, that is what to expect as far as environment. If not, ...
San Juan Condado area & car rental4/12/2005
  Q: I have heard different views about the Condado area east of Old San Juan... one says it's full of ...
  A: All of San Juan is like a US city - New York. Personally, I would never stay in San Juan. The ...
Gallitos11/20/2004
  Q: This is a slightly obscure question but I hope you can help. I´m an English Foreign Language Teacher ...
  A: I found one page here: http://members.aol.com/donbraulio/gallitos.html This is the link to their ...
lodging in Puerto Rico6/14/2004
  Q: As a single parent, me and my 9 yr old son will be going to Puerto Rico this summer. I have looked ...
  A: Both of the resorts in question are beautiful. The one in Rincon is near water that is not suitable ...

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