If you’re planning to live or travel in Latin America — or anywhere as a digital nomad — your financial setup can either set you free or screw you over. I’ve been living in Latin America for over four years now — through Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina, and a few other stops along the way. I…
After living in Paraguay and throughout Latin America for the past couple of years, I’ve needed to learn how to dress for the heat—and I don’t just mean “it’s summer” hot. Paraguay is hands down one of the hottest countries I’ve ever experienced (it’s actually the hottest country in Latin America… not a great choice…
Opening a bank account in Paraguay is one of the most frustrating parts of moving here. I learned that the hard way. You can have your residency, your cedula, and even a shiny new address helps quite a bit—and you could still get turned away at the bank. That’s why banking in the US with…
After having lived in Paraguay for several years—and spending time living in both Asunción and Ciudad del Este—one of the biggest highlights of being based here has definitely been visiting Iguazu Falls from Paraguay. Famous worldwide, the stunning Iguazu Falls is on the bucket list of many who come to visit in this part of…
After living full-time in Asuncion for the past few years, I’ve spent a lot of time exploring the local cafe scene. As a self-identifying “digital nomad”, I need a good Wi-Fi connection to get anything done, and so of course over the past years, I have been on the search for the best cafes in…
If you’re spending some time in Paraguay’s capital and looking for something fun and family-friendly, I definitely recommend visiting the Asuncion Zoo. I’ve been twice now, both during different seasons, and it’s always a fun outing where you can easily spend an entire morning or afternoon animal gazing and enjoying a bite to eat. The…
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime across Paraguay. During this two week Paraguay itinerary, you will find that Paraguay has a large diversity of cultural, historical, and natural experiences, often undiscovered by tourists. As someone who has called Paraguay home for the past year, I’m excited to share an itinerary that captures the…
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,…