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thinking of a move to the latina americas. any advice?


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By inala brah - 18 Aug 2016 10:21 AM

So it looks like I might have arranged some research funding for a self directed project in latin america somewhere.  Im thinking peru/ecuador/mexico/argentina. Has anyone been recently?

I will be looking for connections with indigenous culture and social services.  I will also be working on my latina.  


I also need to get a minor surgery done on my back - very low key tissue adjustment,  but it's ridiculously expensive in Australia (surprise). Anyone had experience with medical services? 
By inala brah - 23 Aug 2016 11:52 PM

Draupnir - 23 Aug 2016 6:44 PM
Only really consider Argentina or São Paulo in Brazil mate. If you're gonna do Brazil, I'd suggest a coastal town with ex-pats that's far from civilisation or São Paulo as the only options. Peru, Chile, Ecuador and Bolivia are not bad options but living standards are lower everywhere other than Argentina in general.

Brazil (São Paulo especially) is known for its high surgical and medical standards. São Paulo state in general is heavily influenced by the native Tupi culture which you'll come across references to literally every 10 seconds or so.

Buenos Aires and São Paulo (and to a lesser extent Rio) offer some decent chances at working on the side as an English tutor or teacher. You can make USD$1000+ a week in São Paulo as a private teacher doing your own lessons, but that's relatively full time.

I originally looked at argentina. brazil hadnt really been on my radar.  from the looks of things it does seem like the smart place to go for a surgery. good options at great prices. looks like columbia is good as well. for the same reasons.  the language is probably an important part of the plan and i will probably look to stay in the spanish speaking countries.

i dont mind the living standards not being western. i like being immersed in culture.  ive spent years in thailand, india and nepal and i really loved it. i am strongly leaning towards peru and ecuador as i get more into thinking it though.  Have you spent much time there?