What is it like to live in puerto rico if you're not puerto rican?

Answer 1

There are some things that you'll have to get used to, some of them are:
-the extreme noise contamination coming from everywhere
-Bad drivers
-roads in bad conditions
-many pervy guys
-a lot of traffic in the metro area
-when it rains Kennedy highway gets extremely flooded and the traffic gets paralyzed in all metro area
-many 'cafre' people
- government crisis
-bad public education

but even though PR has quite some problems, it's not as bad as it looks, just avoid bad places to live.
Some of the best towns are: Guaynabo,San Juan (north), Dorado, Isabela, Humacao, Gurabo
Many people speak fluent english, especially in the towns mentioned.

Answer 2

I love it when americans complain when latinos dont speak english in usa but they go to other latin america places and they expect them to speak english to them just so you know if you come here dont expect the white privilage that you have in usa jobs go first to puerto ricans then african americans so if you are willing to accept that then move. I said this because I know owners here that told me that most puerto ricans have some kind that of degree bachelor or associate degree and they would be picked first over you

Answer 3

I study with many people who are not Puerto Rican. There are people of Middle Eastern, Jamaican, Dutch, and Canadian descent, probably many more, all throughout my fantastic country. At first it will be hard. There are small differences, such as when you order a Big & Tasty from McDonalds, it's not exactly the same, but as with everything you get used to it. Although I guarantee, if you do move here you'll come to love all that Puerto Rico can offer. Beautifull beaches, kind people, and great food! Also, it's always a good idea to try something new (even if not in Puerto Rico). Trust me when I say, that I have many friends who move here permanently after graduating. Also the legal drinking age is 18. Which is something I think they should advertise to promote tourism. Good luck if you do decide to come over, and hope you have a great time! I know you will if you do!!!

Answer 4

There are many many non-Puerto Ricans that live in Puerto Rico. If you live in San Juan or other urban areas most people speak English. The weather is great and the people are very nice. I would say what is hard for some non-Puerto Ricans is how laid back it is....if you are not used to it and hard-charging that can make some people crazy...but if you like that than you willl like Puerto Rico. Another thing to consider is its a very sexual place in my opinion. Men love women and it shows. If that would bother you than Puerto Rico is not the place for you.

Answer 5

To answer your question as responsible as I can , a Puerto Rican is divided in 4 type of categories.
1. he who wants the island to stay the way it is..
this is about 45%
2. he who wants the island to become state # 51,
this is about 45 %
3. he who wants the island to become an independent nation, this is about 2%
4. he who doesnt care one way or the other,
this is about 8%
BUT, a big percentage feel proud of being Puerto Rican and proof of that is this short video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHpTy71MqUw&search=puerto%20rico

Answer 6

I have friends who are not Puerto Rican and they love it here. They all agree that they would not change it for nothing in the world.

Answer 7

In my opinion It would be paradise. I live in a completely Puerto Rican household I am Indian and I completely love hearing about the Island they have wonderful pride in there Isla.