After travelling across all continents for a number of years, I eventually settled on residing in Paraguay as a digital nomad. There is so much I enjoy about this country, from the fresh and high-quality food, the green city of Asuncion, and the relaxed lifestyle that the major cities in Paraguay have to offer. I…
Introduction You’ve decided to make the move full-time to Paraguay… congrats! Apartment hunting in Paraguay is both an exciting, although sometimes challenging, experience. Having rented apartments in both major cities of the country (Asunción and Ciudad del Este), I’ve learned a lot about what to expect as a renter in Paraguay. From navigating online listings…
Introduction Crossing an international border on foot is always an adventure, but walking from Brazil to Paraguay across the Friendship Bridge is an experience like no other. As someone who has done this walk multiple times now, I can safely say that it’s not just about getting from one country to another—it’s about feeling the…
Since moving to Paraguay and living here for the past few years, one of the most frequently asked questions I get from other expats and digital nomads is: What’s the healthcare in Paraguay like? Honestly, I had the same curiosity when I first arrived. As someone who has personally used both the public and private…
Introduction Taking a sleeper bus across Brazil is something I never expected to enjoy, but after spending 16 hours on a luxury bus from São Paulo to Foz do Iguaçu (nearby to Paraguay), I can now say it was an experience worth sharing. This was my first time taking a sleeper bus in Latin America,…
Introduction When I first started visiting Paraguay a few years back, I had no idea that I would eventually call this country home. After spending the last year living in Paraguay full-time, I can confidently say that it’s one of Latin America’s best-kept secrets. With its low cost of living, relaxed pace of life, and…
Introduction When I first moved to Paraguay, I had no idea how much the seasons would impact daily life, let alone travel. The weather here can be extreme—scorching summers, mild winters, and in-between seasons that can be perfect for exploring (depending on the daily weather forecast). Little did I know, the best time to visit…
Introduction When I first arrived in Paraguay, I was drawn to its opportunities, friendly people, and strong economy. But what really caught my attention was how straightforward and beneficial the Paraguay residency process was—especially compared to other countries. Over the years, we’ve helped many expats and entrepreneurs secure their residency in Paraguay, and the process…
When I first moved to Asunción, I kept hearing about Mercado 4 in Paraguay. Everyone I met—locals, fellow expats, and even taxi drivers—told me that it was the place to go for fresh produce, cheap clothing, electronics, and just about anything else you could ever want. But they also warned me: “It’s big, it’s crowded,…
I’ve always been more inclined toward holistic treatments over pharmaceutical medicine, so I was curious to see what options were available in the way of natural medicine in Paraguay after living here for so long. After hearing about a natural medicine doctor in Asuncion who was based in Fernando de la Mora, I decided to…
When I first visited Paraguay, I was drawn to its relaxed pace of life, warm weather, green cities and kind, welcoming locals. Fast forward to today, and I’ve now been living here for the past year, after four years of traveling in and out of the country. Paraguay isn’t just a place I chose to…
As a traveller who has been coming in and out of Paraguay for the past four years and now living here in Asuncion for the past year, I can confidently say that I have experienced that Paraguay is a safe and welcoming country to live in. Before moving here full-time, I had my reservations, like…