Living in Peru

[El Jugador]

Hey LB,

Returning back to Lima next week. Does Cafe Z still have wireless access.

Being that it is cold in Lima now, how comfortable would it be to work there for 5 o 6 hours a day.

Thanks!

[Jay Boog]

1. no problems in the tourist area of miraflores.

2. was not me! if you have a year or two icpna, a few months try el sol it is like $1,000 for 3-4 months.

3. hamburger $2-$5 per kg,filet mignon $9 per kg,fruit and veggies dirt cheap, do not eat fish but it looks expensive for the good stuff probably $15-$20 a kg

4. live in is about $150 a month. daily rate is $10-$15 per day.

5. cable is best most are reliable but speed is a question, direct tv widely available ( depending on which way the apt faces and building regulations).

depends on where you live, miraflores has the ¨corner¨ and old pub, .

hope this helps,

lb

thanks man

[Lima Busy]

greetings and salutations everybody.i've been lurking for awhile but this is my first official post.

i've been thinking long and hard about moving to peru....renting short(er) term initally, enrolling in a spanish language course and immersing myself in the culture.

i've read through this entire thread a few days ago and probably should've asked these questions while they were fresh in my head, so forgive me if i'm rehashing old stuff.that said there was a ton of good, insightful info to be had.

i'll address this to lima busy, but anybody with anything to add please chime in.

(1) lb, from what i could gather you went there with limited knowledge of the language?how did you fare? difficulties?

(2) you also mention yourself and a few buddies were planning on taking a spanish class at the uni...did you ever do that and if so, how was it?

(3) excluding dining out, what's the cost of beef, poultry, fish, fresh fruit and vegtables compared to a large na city?

(4) what would be a ballpark cost of having a maid come by say 3x per week to do housekeeping, laundry?

(5) a few parts to this question: how reliable is the high speed internet connections in lima? what about direct tv and the like... available? are there sports bars where you can go to watch nfl, fights and such?

thanks, any help appreciated,

jay

1. no problems in the tourist area of miraflores.
2. was not me! if you have a year or two icpna, a few months try el sol it is like $1,000 for 3-4 months.
3. hamburger $2-$5 per kg,filet mignon $9 per kg,fruit and veggies dirt cheap, do not eat fish but it looks expensive for the good stuff probably $15-$20 a kg
4. live in is about $150 a month. daily rate is $10-$15 per day.
5. cable is best most are reliable but speed is a question, direct tv widely available ( depending on which way the apt faces and building regulations).
depends on where you live, miraflores has the ¨corner¨ and old pub, .
hope this helps,
lb

[Jay Boog]

greetings and salutations everybody.i've been lurking for awhile but this is my first official post.

i've been thinking long and hard about moving to peru....renting short(er) term initally, enrolling in a spanish language course and immersing myself in the culture.

i've read through this entire thread a few days ago and probably should've asked these questions while they were fresh in my head, so forgive me if i'm rehashing old stuff.that said there was a ton of good, insightful info to be had.

i'll address this to lima busy, but anybody with anything to add please chime in.

(1) lb, from what i could gather you went there with limited knowledge of the language?how did you fare? difficulties?

(2) you also mention yourself and a few buddies were planning on taking a spanish class at the uni...did you ever do that and if so, how was it?

(3) excluding dining out, what's the cost of beef, poultry, fish, fresh fruit and vegtables compared to a large na city?

(4) what would be a ballpark cost of having a maid come by say 3x per week to do housekeeping, laundry?

(5) a few parts to this question: how reliable is the high speed internet connections in lima? what about direct tv and the like... available? are there sports bars where you can go to watch nfl, fights and such?

thanks, any help appreciated,

jay

[John Dust]

I'm scheduled to fly AA into Lima this Sunday through Miami. Are inexpensive quad band unlocked cell phones available for purchase at the MIA duty free shops, or should I buy in Peru? Does anyone have any brand recommendations at the lower end?

Regards,

[Lima Busy]

Want to buy in Miraflores, found a nice unit, new construction for 64, 900, any info on who or what may help to know about owning and residency here, I wil pay cash.

Chipper

Make sure you have a tight contract and hold back at least a third until the elevator is operational. Good Luck on your new place! You can find residency info on the expat site or the Peruvian consulates website.
LB
LB

[Jchipper]

Want to buy in Miraflores, found a nice unit, new construction for 64, 900, any info on who or what may help to know about owning and residency here, I wil pay cash.

Chipper

[Stocks Man]

http://www.elcomercio.com.pe/clasifi...cadoindex2.asp

Select departamentos 'se alquila'

Click on 'buscar'

[Johan007]

I like to eat before a chick comes to see me so I will not have to spend the cash on them that they are expecting. Last month me and my wingman had chicks come through. I had already met them on the trip before. First, on the phone they asked me about them taking a taxi to where I was in Miraflores. I told them to hop their ass on the bus because I was not paying for any expensive taxis. (I think last time they begged me for 40 soles for a taxi, and me knowing that I have never even paid more than 20 to and from the airport. I ended up giving them 20 that time.) When they arrived they had an extra friend who I had not invited, knowing that I only had 1 friend and wanted to couple off. So it was 3 girls and 2 guys. The first thing they asked was about eating. I told them that we had already eaten and were not interested in going to a restaurant. They got pissed off and left. That showed that they were only interested in a free ride and living above how they are used to. (Last time they just started ordering lomo without even first asking if I would pay for their meal.)

That is more so an outlying case for me. Most of the chicks I meet are cool and only want to grab a pizza if anything.

well what can I say??? Welcome to South-America!

here EVERY women EXPECTS that a man pays all!!!!!!!!!!!! trust me....from cab fares....salon de beleza....to dinner....everything!!
Hell even if they take with them a friend (which you never evens aw) YOUR ASS is expected to pay!!
It was good you allready eat before ye met them... They always pull shit like this...and take 1-2 "friends"with them....just to let you pay.

Keep up that spirit Buddy!! Don't ruin SA!!!!:-)

It's good to read such posts here.

regards,

Johan

[Mr Enternational]

I bet these girls like Miraflores...sure they love to walk about with you in them expensive malls...and dine out at Tony Romans;-) Miraflores is THE most expensive barrio in all Lima. For me personaly it's nice to see at a drizzly afternoon...but i never want to live there...or meet girls there. Unless you REALY have some cash to burn!!!;-)
Johan

I like to eat before a chick comes to see me so I will not have to spend the cash on them that they are expecting. Last month me and my wingman had chicks come through. I had already met them on the trip before. First, on the phone they asked me about them taking a taxi to where I was in Miraflores. I told them to hop their ass on the bus because I was not paying for any expensive taxis. (I think last time they begged me for 40 soles for a taxi, and me knowing that I have never even paid more than 20 to and from the airport. I ended up giving them 20 that time.) When they arrived they had an extra friend who I had not invited, knowing that I only had 1 friend and wanted to couple off. So it was 3 girls and 2 guys. The first thing they asked was about eating. I told them that we had already eaten and were not interested in going to a restaurant. They got pissed off and left. That showed that they were only interested in a free ride and living above how they are used to. (Last time they just started ordering lomo without even first asking if I would pay for their meal.)

That is more so an outlying case for me. Most of the chicks I meet are cool and only want to grab a pizza if anything.

[Johan007]

Hello.

Since I'm addicted to females I thought it would be an good idea to imprison myself at Universidad Ricardo Palma, full time, 20 NS/h and 40 hs weekly to really get to know spanish. I'll be staying in Surco for six months. Attending individual classes 3 months and do what ever I want for another 3 months.

I got an offer to rent a nice 70sq. M. Apartment for 280 USD per month. Is that to much? Got it at http://www.expatperu.com/rhousing.php

Does anyone knows about the quality of the you. Ricardo Palma?

Seems to me that Surco is a area that is boring, which is good for my health. Miraflores, I have been informed by several local girls and here at the forum, is a amazing place to live at, but my wallet and brain will suffer to much.

I chatt with many girls from Lima. They are very open and friendly, both social and sexual, almost to good to be true, since many of them are really beautiful and also younger than me. In comparison they are 10 years younger and weight 20 pounds less than my contacts in Argentina. They seem to be as hot as brazilian girls.

Hi,

the price of the appartment all depends on WERE it is situated....how much space...and savety. If you go in upscale barrios like miraflores or San Borja...280 usd for such an appartment you described is a bargain. Especialy for gringos. (since everyone wants to fuck you over for the buck...you know)
Surco is a normal barrio...not bad and not good....if you stay low profile you can walk alone at night through this area. rents for appartemnts could be less here.

yes lima is NOT that cheap ye know. Another pain inthe ass is the big distances in the city.

I bet these girls like Miraflores...sure they love to walk about with you in them expensive malls...and dine out at Tony Romans;-) Miraflores is THE most expensive barrio in all Lima. For me personaly it's nice to see at a drizzly afternoon...but i never want to live there...or meet girls there. Unless you REALY have some cash to burn!!!;-)


OOO and forget about argentinian girls. IMHO they are true snobs and arrogant shitheads. And peruvian girls are way prettier anyways:-) and have a better attitude! Hows that?
Besides the food rocks in Peru....and most things are way cheaper anyways.

CU

Johan

[Mer07]

Thanks for your comments.

Yes D33, I will try to minimize the risk off being rpped off. I got some photos and the photos were nice. But I will not sign anything without consulting a trusted person or my embassy. My contact is very pretty and said that I looked like her former German boyfriend. I don't accuse her of being one, but she might be a "Zorra".

Thanks. I keep you informed, maybe can help other in similar position as me.

In BA I had a friend, a very strong and well educated university teacher who helped me with the contract. The real estate dealer was not serious, or was he stupid (? ), his father owned the little business, I don't know, but a constant money-hunter in a booming BA, what can you expect?

I have read ads in the local newspaper, and yes they are surley cheaper. This one, if the pictures are from the right apartment is simple, but furnished and seemed to be relatively new.

I keep you informed. If she is a "Zorra" then we all gain info. About how they operate.

[Polvo]

......I got an offer to rent a nice 70sq. M. Apartment for 280 USD per month. Is that to much? Got it at http://www.expatperu.com/rhousing.php......

Not a bad price for a short term rental if it is also furnished. Make sure you see pictures.

Polvo

[Mer07]

Hello.

Since I'm addicted to females I thought it would be an good idea to imprison myself at Universidad Ricardo Palma, full time, 20 NS/h and 40 hs weekly to really get to know spanish. I'll be staying in Surco for six months. Attending individual classes 3 months and do what ever I want for another 3 months.

I got an offer to rent a nice 70sq. M. Apartment for 280 USD per month. Is that to much? Got it at http://www.expatperu.com/rhousing.php

Does anyone knows about the quality of the you. Ricardo Palma?

Seems to me that Surco is a area that is boring, which is good for my health. Miraflores, I have been informed by several local girls and here at the forum, is a amazing place to live at, but my wallet and brain will suffer to much.

I chatt with many girls from Lima. They are very open and friendly, both social and sexual, almost to good to be true, since many of them are really beautiful and also younger than me. In comparison they are 10 years younger and weight 20 pounds less than my contacts in Argentina. They seem to be as hot as brazilian girls.

The owner/representant of the apartment is also a stunning lady, a lawyer. I like her price, even though I surlely can get a similar apartment cheaper in the local newspaper. Hmmmm. She also mentioned "there are many beautiful girls in Lima". Well, I will arrive in October, checking in at a cheap hotel and deal with the real estate dealers, univeristy and girls face to face. Seems to me that things are to good to be true, so I tell myself to watch out.

[Miraflores Apt]

Having helped many of you in finding and negotiating apartment leases, one clause repeatedly comes up that is problematic.

Clause 8 in the standard rental contract (although it may be numbered differently) forbids renters from "subletting" their apartments.

The problem is for people who rent the apartment for 6 mos-1 year thinking somebody will take over the lease. There was a member who recently got kicked out of a Sublette apartment for this reason and was forced to stay in hotels for the remainder of the trip.

Basically, there are three ways to handle this situation:

1. Negotiate it out of the lease.

2. Offer a larger deposit to have it removed.

3. Calculate it into the lease and lose your deposit at the end.

Most Peruvians are not aware of this clause and are more interested in your guaranty so it is best to be upfront in your negotiations too avoiding future problems.

Besitos,

Paola