Welcome to 2020 gang, Names Uncle Cr33pin an my pronouns are they/them an this is a thread about South American living. A open discussion about pros, cons, cost, cities, neighborhoods, safety, immigration, food, healthcare, points of interest, do and don'ts, an anything one wishes to talk about EXCEPT things that are not tolerated in the new rules... aka "banging big booty hoes"
I've spent a few years living in South America including over a year in Lima Peru (although its not a life time destination for me) an I think South America has the most appeal for me to live in long term. Even though the places that are really piquing my interest right now are places I haven't been yet, Panama and Costa Rica, possibly Ecuador. Panama and Ecuador seem to be the easiest to live in immigration wise.
I would love to hear some insight amongst those who have made the plunge to living in South America and/or hear about cities or towns that guys here have experience with visiting and living in that they think could be long term destinations.
A bit about me and what I'm coming from and looking for in a "forever destination"
Right now I have a monthly budget of between 2k-3k and with in the next few years I plan on having a budget a 5k monthly. I'm not terribly concerned with leaving America behind and always feeling like a "outsider" living in South America. I felt like just as much of a outsider in America as I have in any other various countries I've lived in all over Asia, Europe, and South America. Also I'm not close with my family which also makes the transition easier then it would be for those that are.
What I am looking for is somewhere with nature and preferably some form of water near by, ocean would be ideal but a lake, river, creek or mud puddle will do. I am not a fan of cities at all.... I don't need any form of nightlife, for me night life is sleeping soundly in my bed. Weather is also important, I like sunshine and warmth which is a big reason why South America tops Europe for a long term living arrangement.
Boquete, Panama is sounding really promising and this year I will venture up there by land and sea. It seems to be a growing hub for retiring expats with great affordable healthcare, good coffee, and plenty of nature and tranquility.
Again all discussion about South America aside from that which is prohibited is welcome!
I've spent a few years living in South America including over a year in Lima Peru (although its not a life time destination for me) an I think South America has the most appeal for me to live in long term. Even though the places that are really piquing my interest right now are places I haven't been yet, Panama and Costa Rica, possibly Ecuador. Panama and Ecuador seem to be the easiest to live in immigration wise.
I would love to hear some insight amongst those who have made the plunge to living in South America and/or hear about cities or towns that guys here have experience with visiting and living in that they think could be long term destinations.
A bit about me and what I'm coming from and looking for in a "forever destination"
Right now I have a monthly budget of between 2k-3k and with in the next few years I plan on having a budget a 5k monthly. I'm not terribly concerned with leaving America behind and always feeling like a "outsider" living in South America. I felt like just as much of a outsider in America as I have in any other various countries I've lived in all over Asia, Europe, and South America. Also I'm not close with my family which also makes the transition easier then it would be for those that are.
What I am looking for is somewhere with nature and preferably some form of water near by, ocean would be ideal but a lake, river, creek or mud puddle will do. I am not a fan of cities at all.... I don't need any form of nightlife, for me night life is sleeping soundly in my bed. Weather is also important, I like sunshine and warmth which is a big reason why South America tops Europe for a long term living arrangement.
Boquete, Panama is sounding really promising and this year I will venture up there by land and sea. It seems to be a growing hub for retiring expats with great affordable healthcare, good coffee, and plenty of nature and tranquility.


Again all discussion about South America aside from that which is prohibited is welcome!