A Dirt Cheap Life in Paraguay

We caught up with Marcel in his beautiful place, just a short car ride from Caacupe. Marcel shared valuable insights about his four years in Paraguay; from building houses to building a life in a new country. This interview gives a unique perspective on life in Paraguay. We enjoyed it and learnt a lot. Hopefully you will too! 00:13 - A bit about Marcel 00:50 - Why Paraguay? 03:08 - Tell us about your well? 03:40 - What do you love about Paraguay? 08:11 - What are the challenges? 13:02 - What do you struggle to find? 14:30 - How do you make connections in Paraguay? 15:24 - How to prevent being scammed? 21:47 - What would you do differently? 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour online session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-i... 🧐 Are you are looking for a quick guide with all the info to get you moving? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link below for more info https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out more info on our blog https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

Recently we were ravaged, roasted & toasted by a disgruntled creator who took issue with the fact that we had an opinion about why we chose to move to Paraguay from Central America. To protect his identity we will call him Mr Potato Head. MPH was upset about numerous things; he chuffed that we had not travelled to some of the places we claimed and even moved to Paraguay to be with those 'certain people' 🤔 So, we thought we should set part of the record straight and highlight two big reasons why Paraguay is Numero Uno in our view. Regardless, thanks Mr Potato Head for bringing people to our channel and helping spread the word about Paraguay. Muchos gracias amigo and best of luck with your residency application in your chosen country. It's about time! If you are granted residency hopefully you will tense down a bit. Life is too short to be that stressed! 😬 Thanks for tuning in ❤️ you can SUPPORT OUR CHANNEL and the creation of more content by buying us a coffee @ https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias 🙏 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-i... 🧐 Are you are looking for a quick guide with all the info to get you moving? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link below for more info https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out our blog about our life in Paraguay https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinpar...

Buying a car or motorbike in any South American country can be a mission...Paraguay is no different. Thankfully, compared to other places that we've been (ie Nicaragua) buying wheels in Paraguay is a relatively straight forward for people relocating. But it's not without its foibles, eccentricities and challenges. Follow along with our playlist as we discuss the various different angles of buying a car/motorbike in Paraguay. In this episode we talk about the legalities of registering a vehicle, where to buy, insurance and more. Thanks for tuning in ❤️ you can SUPPORT OUR CHANNEL and the creation of more content by buying us a coffee @ https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias 🙏 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-i... 🧐 Are you are looking for a quick guide with all the info to get you moving? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link below for more info https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out more info on our blog https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

In a relatively unregulated environment, there are many things that you need to keep in mind when considering buying a property. We continue on our Due Diligence playlist to discuss more things to look out for when looking for a property. Some are obvious, many are not. We have learnt lessons along the way and seen many others make good decisions...and some not so good. In this episode we cover issues relating to unauthorized access, agricultural contamination to your land and concerns regarding electricity, water and plumbing. 🍵 Thanks for tuning in ❤️ you can support our channel and the creation of more content by buying us a coffee @ https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! 🙏 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🧐 Ready to move to Paraguay? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link for more info https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out more info on our blog https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

It goes without saying, you don't buy real estate without conducting due diligence. But we're creatures of habit and our capacity to assess risk is shaped by our environment and experience. 🤔 In a foreign country with comparatively little regulations and safeguards it's essential that you look at the risks with a fresh set of eyes. As part of our 'Property in Paraguay' Playlist we are discussing all of the considerations that we believe are important to consider before you purchase a property here. This is the first episode of our 'Due Diligence Check List' The key topics we discuss are housing developments, infrastructure, flooding, noise and mosquito's 😬 🍵 Thanks for tuning in ❤️ you can support our channel and the creation of more content by buying us a coffee @ https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! 🙏 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🧐 Are you are looking for a quick guide with all the info to get you moving? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link for more info and to purchase https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out our blog posts about our life in Paraguay https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

From Finland to Paraguay (and Germany in between), Kimmo and Mervi have found a beautiful slice of land and are building an awesome home. Their experiences, insights and advice are invaluable and interesting. From find the right spot to selecting a good builder, there is so much to learn from these guys. Check out their YT channel 'Building a House in Paraguay' https://www.youtube.com/@BuildingahouseinParaguay or you can contact them via email waytoparaguay@gmail.com 🍵 Thanks for tuning in ❤️ you can support our channel and the creation of more content by buying us a coffee @ https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! 🙏 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🧐 Are you are looking for a quick guide with all the info to get you moving? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link for more info and to purchase https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out our blog posts about our life in Paraguay https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

Where would Paraguay be without motorbikes? They are the camels of the country, carting entire families, building supplies, and groceries along highways and dirt roads across the country. We have taken the plunge and acquired a cheap Chinese bike...150cc of high octane, pulsating adventure. Ok, maybe a stretch, but hey, it gets us around. In this video we explain our reasoning for getting a bike, the costs involved and how things roll when buying a motorbike in Paraguay. We also go for a tour around Atyrá , one of our favorites and renowned to be the tidiest town in Paraguay! 🍵 Thanks for tuning in ❤️ you can support our channel and the creation of more content by buying us a coffee @ https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! 🙏 🤔 If you have important questions or topics that you would like to discuss with us personally, you can book a Paraguay Relocation Consult. This is a one hour session together. Click the link for more info and to book https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🧐 Are you are looking for a quick guide with all the info to get you moving? Then download our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024! This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our most important blog posts & YT videos. Click the link for more info and to purchase https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 💻 Check out our blog posts about our life in Paraguay https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🌴 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

In this deep dive we speak with our Canadian friend ‘El Chaco’, who has much to share. From buying land and building to dealing with banks and integrating with the Paraguay community, El Chaco and his family have established a beautiful property that’s well on its way to self-sustainability. El Chaco has hit some hurdles along the way and how those situations have played out are particularly interesting. Anyone who is considering looking for property in Paraguay would do well to grab a pen, pad & coffee. Thanks for watching, you can support our channel by downloading our PARAGUAY RELOCATION GUIDE 2024. This PDF is packed with tips & info we learned on our journey, and relevant links to our comprehensive blog posts. Click here for more info https://ko-fi.com/s/07c2c467d6 Thanks for supporting us ❤️ 🟠 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

What happens if I need healthcare? Public v Private Hospitals, ambulance options, Health/House/Car insurance. We cover a lot of ground with Insurance Expert and Qualified Nurse Daniela Burger. Daniela has lived in Paraguay most of her life and has seen the Paraguay health care system from all angles. This interview is an interesting insight into the realities of healthcare in South America. Thanks for watching, you can support our channel & content by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! You can contact Daniela for more info about her services at EasyLife_PY@proton.me. 🟠 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

Buying property in an unregulated market like Paraguay is a very different experience to a Western country. We have seen many people make purchasing mistakes. No one is immune. Sometimes the more experience we have (in the country we once called home) the more vulnerable we can be. Our preconceptions can blind us to hidden pitfalls. We have compiled a checklist of things that you need to consider when buying property in any unregulated market. No matter how many houses you have flipped or purchased, it's worth considering these tips. Over the coming weeks we will be posting a series of videos under the playlist 'Property in Paraguay.' We'll also be visiting people who have purchased land and built their own home. We will also check out some properties for sale. Please subscribe so you don't miss the action! If you have any property related questions, please post them and we'll do our best to answer them in our vid's. Thanks for watching, you can support our channel by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! Have some important questions about moving to Paraguay? 🤔 You can now book a Paraguay Relocation Consult with us. We can answer all your personal questions & concerns about moving to Paraguay and share our experiences, contacts & knowledge, to help you get settled faster. Click below for more INFO & to BOOK https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🟠 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

Moving to a new country is not without its risks. There's many things to be done and decisions to be made. We frequently hear about people who have fallen foul of scammers. Some people seem to be more vulnerable to scammers than others. In this video we talk about why this is so and give some suggestions about how you might avoid being scammed yourself. 00:00 – Introduction 01:42 – A common phenomenon 07:50 – Dangerous assumptions 11:37 – Tips for making good decisions 13:32 – Advice on how to avoid being scammed when applying for residency 14:19 – Don’t live in fear Thanks for watching, you can support our channel & content by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

Since moving to Paraguay we have had some interesting experiences. We (Brenda & Adam) ask each other 4 big questions about Paraguay, among other things. The twist is we didn't know what questions each other had prepared, which made things interesting! Thanks for watching, you can support our channel by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! Have some important questions about moving to Paraguay? 🤔 You can now book a Paraguay Relocation Consult with us. We can answer all your personal questions & concerns about moving to Paraguay and share our experiences, contacts & knowledge, to help you get settled faster. Click below for more INFO & to BOOK https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🟠 Find all our contact info on Linktree https://linktr.ee/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay

So many choices. You can invest in an intentional community, buy land on your own or invest with others. We tackle the pro's & con's of navigating this tricky aspect of relocating. Thanks for watching, you can support our channel by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! Have some important questions about moving to Paraguay? 🤔 You can now book a Paraguay Relocation Consult with us. We can answer all your personal questions & concerns about moving to Paraguay and share our experiences, contacts & knowledge, to help you get settled faster. Click below for more INFO & to BOOK https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🟠 SUBSCRIBE: to our YT channel for updates on life & travel in Paraguay. 🟠 FIND US: Check out our blog on our everyday life and adventures in Paraguay - https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🟠 FOLLOW US: on Insta - https://www.instagram.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay/?hl=en 🟠 LIKE US: on FB - https://www.facebook.com/adirtcheaplifeparaguay 🟠 FOLLOW US: on Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/dirtcheaplifeinparaguay/ 🟠 EMAIL US: hola@adirtcheaplife.com

Just over 18 months ago we left New Zealand and set up camp in Guatemala. In the time we were there we gathered some things that we couldn't bear to part with, so we left our belongings with friends and promised to return. Come with us as we recover our lost treasure from Guatemala! Casa Ichik (Antigua) https://www.booking.com/Share-cMBfwR Thanks for watching, you can support our channel by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! Have some important questions about moving to Paraguay? 🤔 You can now book a Paraguay Relocation Consult with us. We can answer all your personal questions & concerns about moving to Paraguay and share our experiences, contacts & knowledge, to help you get settled faster. Click below for more INFO & to BOOK https://adirtcheaplife.com/paraguay-info-hour/ 🟠 SUBSCRIBE: to our YT channel for updates on life & travel in Paraguay. 🟠 FIND US: Check out our blog on our everyday life and adventures in Paraguay - https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🟠 FOLLOW US: on Insta - https://www.instagram.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay/?hl=en 🟠 LIKE US: on FB - https://www.facebook.com/adirtcheaplifeparaguay 🟠 FOLLOW US: on Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/dirtcheaplifeinparaguay/ 🟠 EMAIL US: hola@adirtcheaplife.com

Relocating to a new country can put a serious strain on your mental health & wellbeing.😬 There are things you can do to keep on track as you transition into your new life. Here's 6 important tips to help you stay sane when moving to a new country 👍❤️ 00:11 - Establish Your 'Why' 01:11 - Keep Your Whinging to A Manageable Level 02:21 - Manage Your Social Media Activity 03:30 - Be Careful About Your Self-Talk 05:12 - Look After Your Relationships & Build Networks 09:30 - Be Happy - Tranquilo Thanks for watching, you can support our channel by 🍵 Buying us a Coffee at https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay Gracias! Have some important questions about moving to Paraguay? 🤔 Book a Paraguay Info Hour with us https://ko-fi.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay/commissions 🟠 FIND US: Check out our blog on our everyday life and adventures in Paraguay - https://adirtcheaplife.com/ 🟠 FOLLOW US: on Insta - https://www.instagram.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay/?hl=en 🟠 LIKE US: on FB - https://www.facebook.com/adirtcheaplifeparaguay 🟠 FOLLOW US: on Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/dirtcheaplifeinparaguay/ 🟠 EMAIL US: hola@adirtcheaplife.com

We caught up with our friend Simon of 'Simons Paraguay.' An English Gentleman who has been living outside the township of Piribebuy for 20 years. Talk about a wealth of information. Simon speaks the Kings English and knows more about Paraguay than most. He is invaluable. We covered life in Paraguay, buying a house, road rules, the government...loads of great info here. Enjoy! Simon's contact info: SUBSCRIBE to his YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@simonsparaguay CHECK OUT his blog: https://simonsparaguay.com/ FIND him on FB: https://www.facebook.com/simonsparaguay __________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE to our YT channel for updates on life & travel in Paraguay! FIND US: Check out our blog on our everyday life and adventures in Paraguay - https://adirtcheaplife.com/ FOLLOW US on Insta - https://www.instagram.com/adirtcheaplifeinparaguay/?hl=en LIKE US on FB - https://www.facebook.com/adirtcheaplifeparaguay/ FOLLOW US on Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/dirtcheaplifeinparaguay/ EMAIL US: hola@adirtcheaplife.com ----------------------------------------------------

For less than $2 NZ you can travel 50kms and enjoy a free concert. Paraguay bus rides are party. Buskers & hawkers ride for free. You can buy anything from bananas, health food supplement through to drinks and gadgets. Seldom do you see the buskers & hawkers leave empty handed. The cash economy helps these guys make a living. One of the many reasons we love Paraguay! We hope you enjoy these cool, Paraguay artists as much as we did. Watch the hawkers as they rock it on the way in. #southamerica #paraguay #busker #hawkers #buses

We spent a few days in Caacupe, Paraguay. A beautiful town where miracles happen. The city is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Caacupé. Caacupé is best known as the site of the Virgin of Caacupé, Saint Patron of Paraguay. The Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Miracles, Caacupé stands in the centre of the town. At night it lights up the centre of the city like a beacon. Legend has it that in the 1600’s Franciscan Missionaries commissioned a local man, Jose, to carve a statue of the Virgin Mary. While searching for Yerba Mate tree Jose encountered a hostile tribe of Mbayae warriors. Fearing for his life, he knew that the Mbayae were against Christianity. Jose hid in the trunk of a tree and prayed. The story goes that the Virgin Mary descended and comforted Jose and promised to protect him. In response, Jose promised he would carve two images of the Virgin. Tapaicuá Lake flooded in 1603, and Jose’s house was swept away. After much praying, the flooding subsided and the statue was found floating in the lake. Today this statue is located in the nearby town of Tobati. Of course the Spanish influence is everywhere in Caacupe. The streets are clean, and the buildings are interesting. Caacupe is definately a great destination. Because of its popularity Caacupe is an incredibly well-equipped town considering its population. It has a theatre, lots of amazing restaurants, cafes and shops. Subscribe to our YT channel for updates on life & travel in Paraguay FIND US: Check out our blog on our everyday life and adventures in Paraguay - https://adirtcheaplife.com/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adirtcheaplifeblog/?hl=en Like us on FB - https://www.facebook.com/adirtcheaplife. Follow us on Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/dirtcheaplife/ #paraguay #southamerica #southamericatrip

Piribebuy is a gorgeous town in the Cordillera Department of Paraguay. Surrounded by beautiful, green hills and crystal-clear streams. We spent a great day there with our friend Simon who is from the UK and has lived in Paraguay for over 20 years. Simon gave us the grand tour of Piribebuy township and a history lesson as well. Subscribe to our YT channel for updates on life & travel in Paraguay Check out Simon's Paraguay YT channel - https://www.youtube.com/@simonsparaguay/featured FIND US: Check out our blog on our everyday life and adventures in Paraguay - https://adirtcheaplife.com/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adirtcheaplifeblog/?hl=en Like us on FB - https://www.facebook.com/adirtcheaplife. Follow us on Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/dirtcheaplife/ #paraguay #southamerica #southamericatrip

San Bernardino feels more like a European town. It's the go-to place for Asuncion folk especially in the summer. It's also home to many German and Swiss expats. Every Saturday there is a fantastic market where you can buy both local and European items. It has numerous great cafe's, restaurant's and craft beer brewery's.