kathy
@panamachick
Canadian expat in Panama
Forum posts
96
Contacts
8
About me
Canadian, Married
Lives in capira
Speaks english, low german, a little spanish
Registration: 22 August 2014
Safety in Panama by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Panama? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
@lleuth, i wonder where you live? My neighborhood so far is not like that鈥� left my car y house keys in the passenger side of my door, OVER NIGHT, my car is parked 6 steps from the principal road. left my cell phone on the car hood also. ... Read More
Pensionado visa by panamachick
Has anyone used Kraemer and kraemer, to help get their pensionado visa? 聽Good experience? 聽Price?Their website says it鈥檚 $1,900. 聽Wondering if they stick to that price. 聽also anyone have experience with聽Mayra Lamboglia?
Thanks for all the good replies. 聽I think I have figured something out!! For a聽Canadian to do the pensionado route or friendly visa, it just costs more thanDoing it for an American, 聽Siempre we pay!!, lol. 聽The American legal ... Read More
Basic law in Panama, Panama by 2FollowHim
In Panama, are you deemed 'innocent until proven guilty', or are you 'guilty until proven innocent'? So, if a policeman demanded a bribe, if you were caught on some minor infraction, and you declined and he then arrested you, what ...
@panamarealtor2004聽, no it鈥檚 better to buy your property through a foundation, or business. 聽Of which you are the presidente y vice presidente. Read More
Pensionado visa by panamachick
Has anyone used Kraemer and kraemer, to help get their pensionado visa? 聽Good experience? 聽Price?Their website says it鈥檚 $1,900. 聽Wondering if they stick to that price. 聽also anyone have experience with聽Mayra Lamboglia?
@kristc99聽, what was your price on that? But that was a number of years ago right?. 聽We are FINALLY doing it!, High Time,lol. Read More
Pensionado visa by panamachick
Has anyone used Kraemer and kraemer, to help get their pensionado visa? 聽Good experience? 聽Price?Their website says it鈥檚 $1,900. 聽Wondering if they stick to that price. 聽also anyone have experience with聽Mayra Lamboglia?
@TravelingFootballDad聽, yes we need cedula too, Read More
Pensionado visa by panamachick
Has anyone used Kraemer and kraemer, to help get their pensionado visa? 聽Good experience? 聽Price?Their website says it鈥檚 $1,900. 聽Wondering if they stick to that price. 聽also anyone have experience with聽Mayra Lamboglia?
@TravelingFootballDad聽, appreciate your feedback, so the total, total you paid was $1700? How long ago was that? Read More
Pensionado visa by panamachick
Has anyone used Kraemer and kraemer, to help get their pensionado visa? 聽Good experience? 聽Price?Their website says it鈥檚 $1,900. 聽Wondering if they stick to that price. 聽also anyone have experience with聽Mayra Lamboglia?
@argasy聽, thank you. 聽I have a friend that told me I would be making a mistake if I did not use kraemer. 馃し馃徏鈥嶁檧锔�. 聽But I have used neither, so I cannot speak from experience. 聽It鈥檚 sounds ... Read More
Pensionado visa
Has anyone used Kraemer and kraemer, to help get their pensionado visa? 聽Good experience? 聽Price?Their website says it鈥檚 $1,900. 聽Wondering if they stick to that price. 聽also anyone have experience with聽Mayra Lamboglia? Read More
Basic law in Panama, Panama by 2FollowHim
In Panama, are you deemed 'innocent until proven guilty', or are you 'guilty until proven innocent'? So, if a policeman demanded a bribe, if you were caught on some minor infraction, and you declined and he then arrested you, what ...
I think the culture here is more refined. 聽they 鈥減retend鈥� they don鈥檛 take bribes and聽Say they don鈥檛. 聽I have never heard of anyone openly ASK for a bribe. 聽it is upTo the foreigner OR Panamanian to ... Read More
Needing instructions, for pensionado visa, I am Canadian.
I am Canadian, can anyone send me, DETAILED requirements of what I need to bring FROM Canada, to Panama, necessary to start the process of obtaining a cedula, ? (In English please! Lol) And we don鈥檛 have much time left as we are returning to ... Read More
2 dogs and a cat by Lenajj
My boyfriend, friend, and I are coming to panama for 6 months to see how we like it (potentially moving there) and we have 2 dogs and a cat between the three of us. We have a tickets booked for March and are looking to stay in boquete first. My ...
Hi, Did you find accommodations yet? Read More
Why we really left Boquete... by AuntieFlo
It's my turn to write about what happened. It is helping me to deal with the anger and the loss. We had such high hopes when we came to Panama. We wanted to live simpler, lower-cost lives. We also hoped to build something here, something that would ...
Hi, Douglas, Are you a lawyer? we are Canadians and want to get our pensionado status as soon As possbile. first we have to get back to Canada, our oct, 2nd air canada flight was cancelled And so now waiting until like oct, 15th. So, after 3 or ... Read More
Why we really left Boquete... by AuntieFlo
It's my turn to write about what happened. It is helping me to deal with the anger and the loss. We had such high hopes when we came to Panama. We wanted to live simpler, lower-cost lives. We also hoped to build something here, something that would ...
Hi Anntie Florence, I just read your post, and am so blown away by your experience. I know this happened 7 Years ago, so I do not know if you will ever read my post, but I hope you do. we came to Panama in 2011 and bought a house in 2012. we ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Gringopty, I have to smile when I read your comment about expats, 鈥渦sually a little broken or Running from something/someone, 馃槉馃槉, yep, mostly true, at least our experience Too. And having higher std. in constructions, is ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Kirk, We are Cdns. From Calgary, we live in the Capira district. We have been snowbird for 8 years, Except this year we are summerbirds as well, 馃槉, due to the airport shutdown, In What part of Canada do you live? Your electrical skills ... Read More
are penalties in Panama waived? by panamachick
So I am a snowbird, who lives in Canada y Panama, and have no visa to Panama. If we Cannot leave Panama for our booked flight, on April 21st, and have to stay pass the 6 months, does anyone know if during this pandemic will Panama still penalize ...
Thanks for your reply, Kristi, I did not know of the Facebook page for Expats, I will try to find it. it seems like this site has mostly run its Course, as there is not much movement on it anymore. In 2018, I over stayed 3 days, and I swear, I had ... Read More
are penalties in Panama waived? by panamachick
So I am a snowbird, who lives in Canada y Panama, and have no visa to Panama. If we Cannot leave Panama for our booked flight, on April 21st, and have to stay pass the 6 months, does anyone know if during this pandemic will Panama still penalize ...
One time I was 3 days over, and I had to pay $20/day, which was not cheap for My budget. Someone told me to go to the panama migracion website, so I Did, and asked the same question. once in broken Spanish and once in English, lol. no idea if ... Read More
are penalties in Panama waived?
So I am a snowbird, who lives in Canada y Panama, and have no visa to Panama. If we Cannot leave Panama for our booked flight, on April 21st, and have to stay pass the 6 months, does anyone know if during this pandemic will Panama still penalize ... Read More
Protection for gringoes from extortion by panamachick
I am wondering if anyway could advise me on a current situation. My car, parking slightly On an incline, I made the fatal mistake of not blocking my wheels, and my car let go, and Rolled into the neighbours fence. Yes, THANKFULLY no one was hurt ...
About the maturing fruit trees, beautiful flowering plants. there is no ordering of him To replace these, We were new to the country, in shock about what was happening, Wanted to be friends, so we were upset, but had no confrontation,. My point ... Read More
Protection for gringoes from extortion by panamachick
I am wondering if anyway could advise me on a current situation. My car, parking slightly On an incline, I made the fatal mistake of not blocking my wheels, and my car let go, and Rolled into the neighbours fence. Yes, THANKFULLY no one was hurt ...
Hi, I greatly appreciate you taking the time to write. You mentioned a few things, I was not Aware of. A couple of things, this neighbour, his real name is exactly Marx, after the communist leader, In europe, and true to his name, he twists the ... Read More
Protection for gringoes from extortion
I am wondering if anyway could advise me on a current situation. My car, parking slightly On an incline, I made the fatal mistake of not blocking my wheels, and my car let go, and Rolled into the neighbours fence. Yes, THANKFULLY no one was hurt ... Read More
Home decoration ideas for expats in Panama by Bhavna
Hello, After moving to Panama, setting up home and turning your accommodation into your personal abode can be a great way to start off your new life and feel at home. We would like to know whether expats are keen on decorating and furnishing to ...
What a Great topic! i dont think It has never been discussed on this site before. I have A interior design background from Canada, so colours, furniture, using space effectively Is extremely important to me. After snowbirding here for the last 8 ... Read More
Sense of humour in Panama by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Panamanian聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any ...
We live in a rural area, our neighbours are friendly, accepting, but not the highly educated Types. So one of my neighbours chickens kept roosting in my sort of depository, but there Is no door. She returned every year to have her babies there. ... Read More
What is going on?? by panamachick
Just wondering if other women have had similar experiences on this site. I am a married Woman, and it says so on my profile. Lately I have been ascosted by men looking for a Relationship. The last time I checked this was not a dating site, but ...
, I think so too, where were they all, when I WAS available For 15 yrs. after my 1st marriage ended??. Lol. :lol: Read More
What is going on?? by panamachick
Just wondering if other women have had similar experiences on this site. I am a married Woman, and it says so on my profile. Lately I have been ascosted by men looking for a Relationship. The last time I checked this was not a dating site, but ...
Well, another single guy contacted me on this site., this time a photo with 2 nice looking Kids,..apparently living in Aruba, from the Netherlands??? This time I was a confrontational In my reply. 馃槉. I could start my own match making ... Read More
The town of Pedasi by jonnyq
Does anyone live in Pedasi or familiar with the town. I would love to get your thoughts about living there.
Here is my unadulterated view, because I have nothing to sell you, lol. It depends what you like?. I have heard good things about it, that it Is a close net gringo community. We visited for the first time, a few Weeks ago and stayed a couple of ... Read More
What is going on?? by panamachick
Just wondering if other women have had similar experiences on this site. I am a married Woman, and it says so on my profile. Lately I have been ascosted by men looking for a Relationship. The last time I checked this was not a dating site, but ...
Mine were all from the states, 2 said, they were widowed, ??, Don鈥檛 they have dating sites in America??? But then like you Say, they are hoping to find the vulnerable....one of our renters In Canada, originally from Columbia, would ... Read More
What is going on?? by panamachick
Just wondering if other women have had similar experiences on this site. I am a married Woman, and it says so on my profile. Lately I have been ascosted by men looking for a Relationship. The last time I checked this was not a dating site, but ...
No, Krista, something else is going on. I just received another new contact request this morning, And these are not duds. It looks like someone has sold/given the member list of this group to A dating site or something. 3 new contacts within a ... Read More
What is going on??
Just wondering if other women have had similar experiences on this site. I am a married Woman, and it says so on my profile. Lately I have been ascosted by men looking for a Relationship. The last time I checked this was not a dating site, but ... Read More
The pet culture in Panama by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in Panama just to make sure that their little ...
We don鈥檛 have a dog, but my panamain neighbour needed a ride to Town yesterday. She lives in what we would call a shack. Anyway, She bought a small bottle of dog shampoo, I was shocked!!, Corn flakes was on sale for $1.69 but she would not ... Read More
Clearing your belongings through customs in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, During one聮s big move abroad, shipping personal belongings to the host country can be stressful. Customs regulations differ from one country to another and you never quite know what to expect when trying to recover your belongings ...
Going through panama customs is a walk in the park, Compared to us or Cdn. Customs. Read More
Housing wanted for newly arrived low-income expat by RT46
Arrived in Vacamonte mid-December 2018. Return flight back to Florida scheduled for end of March 2019 (BUT, will delay return if needed) In the past year, I have read that rental-housing can be found in places of Panama for $300 or so; yet, in my ...
Hi, My hyUsband n I have furnished lodging, and live about 40 min. From The city. If you are interested contact us at alwaysstraightupatgmail.com Have photos. Regards, Read More
Housing wanted for newly arrived low-income expat by RT46
Arrived in Vacamonte mid-December 2018. Return flight back to Florida scheduled for end of March 2019 (BUT, will delay return if needed) In the past year, I have read that rental-housing can be found in places of Panama for $300 or so; yet, in my ...
Hi, Did you find a place to rent yet.....? K Read More
Holiday food in Panama
Does anyone know which places have a traditional turkey dinner in Panama City Christmas day??? Thanks Read More
least expensive way to convert cdn. to usd.
Thanks. I have a American Express, gold, so will have to check that closer. K Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
oh, and which 2 months are you planning to be in Panama? Kathy Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
Ok, just read your post, you have kids, and want a babysitter as well!! Lol, You might not Get everything on your wish list, lol. however, I am a 62 yr. Canadian, grannie, who, Loves kids, and babies, etc. was working as a nanny for a lawyer ... Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
Hi, we have a place in a very safe area, however, it would only be Good for a couple I think, and can鈥檛 remember if you have kids Or not??. Lol. Good luck, Kathy Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
Hi, I have corresponded with you in the past. just thot I would touch base to See where or what you were at, at the moment. I am returning to Panama Early next month. Looking forward to it, Calgary is getting cold.馃槰 Read More
least expensive way to convert cdn. to usd.
I am looking at different options of converting my measly cdn. dollars into american BEFORE I leave for Panama. I have heard of snowbirds.org, but there rates don't seem as great as they say. MY question is, Has anyone found a way to avoid ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Panama by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
I think this is a great topic!! We live NOT in a grated community.. Our neighbourhood is fairly poor panamaians, a spattering of other canadians. Kinda funny how we all ended up on the same community though. In canada none of us would be ... Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
We, my husband and I have come here now, 6, 7 ? years now, for the winter. And I will tell you how I have changed, based on my experiences. You hear stories, right? and most of them are true, I think, and because you have NO personal experience ... Read More
Warning-real estate in Panama is not what it seems by WarningToAll
We purchased a condo, pre construction, from what we were told to be a reputable and a premium developer [Moderated] of Panama City, Republic of Panama in October of 2006. The project was named Oceanaire, and was supposedly the best amongst the ...
villas de chica, is close to my house, I believe they are legit, they have been working on it forever. The climate is nice, never super hot, cool at nite. A long ways from a beach. A looong winding road, to and from the hwy., so roughly 45 min. ... Read More
Warning-real estate in Panama is not what it seems by WarningToAll
We purchased a condo, pre construction, from what we were told to be a reputable and a premium developer [Moderated] of Panama City, Republic of Panama in October of 2006. The project was named Oceanaire, and was supposedly the best amongst the ...
Hi Brummy, I am also canadian, calgarian actually, we bought a house we could see, feel and occupy immediately, 5 years ago, we bought from a panamian, no realtor, only a lawyer, who was referred to us by other canadians, who became friends. Our ... Read More
Relocating to Coronado Panama from Canada
We are also Cdn., retired. So many canadians, and american's who come here with kids, with big dreams, go back after a couple of years, almost bankrupt. There are enough challenges here, without kids, with kids, I believe it is a completely ... Read More
Retiring to Panama with an elderly parent by nexus2mark
My wife and I are planning to retire in Panama and can do so sooner if we are able to take an elderly parent with us. She is in very good health, but we would want to have an occasional in home health care worker. We are both fortunate to have ...
Really? We have lived here 5 years, and I would stick close to larger centers. Even an area like Altos de Maria, where lots n lots of older expats live, you are 30 min. to the main hwy., and then another 20 min. to the nearest town Coronado, ... Read More
just arrived in David by Candi B
Apparently I did not plan as well as I thought I did. So I'm at a hotel where there's no English TV at all. I was hoping for at least closed caption and so I could read it in English but. Would like to meet up with some expats!!
Hi, If you can handle the humidity now, you are good to go! I arrived back in Panama, the begining of Oct., and we are usually here for the winter months, which is summer in Panama, and I can tell you the humidity is much worse during the rainy ... Read More
Panama Work Permits
just curious, how did this work out for you? did you get the permits? Read More
just arrived in David by Candi B
Apparently I did not plan as well as I thought I did. So I'm at a hotel where there's no English TV at all. I was hoping for at least closed caption and so I could read it in English but. Would like to meet up with some expats!!
Hi Candi, Just read your post. I am from Canada, have been coming to panama as a snowbird for the last 5 years. Since you have not settled down yet to one place and are still deciding the best place for you, I invite you to stay with me for a ... Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
hi, yes, we can see, my address is alwaysstraightupatgmail. Your concern about prices, is a good one. Food has really gone up this last year. maybe things will change in 2 years??l Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
hi solochick, I am married, but was single for 15 years and quiite independant. My 2 cents worth, also says, "Go for it." we are snowbirds, but I think retiring here, if you have the financial means, is better. And you can keep us in ... Read More
Affordable Lawyer of Integrity and Intelligence Wanted by holisticdoc
Greetings, what is the average to best lawyer rate you have experienced when purchasing real estate in Panama? What is the typical cost that one might expect to pay (for title search services, notary fees, etc). If you know one who is honest, knows ...
we were happy with our lawyer that did our house deal 5 years ago. but he lives in chame, quite a ways from you. Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
hi, too bad i didn't see your post earlier. there is cheaper accommodation in panama, if you look beyond, boquete, david, coronado, las tablas, etc. we live around nature, but only 40 min. from pc. we have bus service from our door. great ... Read More
bars on windows
in panama most house windows are plastered with security bars, is that also the case in medellin? Read More
Coming down from Vancouver, B.C.
there is also a new airport in panama that would shave off about 4 hours of your trip. I believe sunwing flies direct from toronto. i am not sure of the name of the airport, but it is right off the pan american highway, close to the decameron ... Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
hi darryl, pls. correct me if i am wrong, but i thought you were the gentleman i was corresponding with awhile ago, during carnival and you own some property in Campana? We might b going to pc real soon, would you like to meet? or let us know when ... Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
hi, I don't have one right now, was with movistar, but want to switch back to claro. will update you, when I get my new number, but we have old phones so emailing me directly, is the best way to reach us. tx Read More
Areas in Panama with most reliable high speed internet by unclestu
Hi Thinking of relocating to Panama to retire. However I will be in need of reliable high speed internet service. We will prefer to not live in Panama City but rather a beach front community. What areas in Panama would have the best internet ...
hi, we get 1 or 2. we were promised 2. about equal to a 3G cell phone. I guess it is not high based compared to what we get in canada. However, I have no trouble checking my email and facebook on my ipad. So apologizes my husband says it is not ... Read More
Areas in Panama with most reliable high speed internet by unclestu
Hi Thinking of relocating to Panama to retire. However I will be in need of reliable high speed internet service. We will prefer to not live in Panama City but rather a beach front community. What areas in Panama would have the best internet ...
my husband needs high speed internet, and we have it. except last year we had to cut down a large mango tree branch because it was interferring with the signal. never had that problem before!!! kathy Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
i am not sure, i am sending u private messages, i hope I am? kathy Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
why don't you come over, after carnival, then we can talk? kathy Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
I forgot, we always have water, access to internet services, etc. and moderate climate, where do we live??. altos campana. and our house is for rent!! Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Darryl, you have also missed our area!!! But I forgive you, cause it is very small, and most people don't know about it. But we, my husband & I, think it is the very best place in all of Panama!, Why??? a) very close and accessible to ... Read More
Best cities to live in Panama by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Panama. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
we visited cerro azul, and the chicken manure from the melo plants, was just overwhelming, unless we came in the wrong day?? and wanted to see some of the residental areas and did not see any, unless they are gated?? Read More
panama and syrian refugees
thanks, i had heard, that Varela, had made the announcement today, but like I said, my source, is not the most reliable, even though he is bilingual, or claims to be bilingual??? Read More
panama and syrian refugees
because I don't enough spanish to catch the news, can anyone tell me the latest? Somebody told me that panama Pres., has said that he wants to take in 20,000 refugees?? My source is not too reliable, so i am not sure??? Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
hi deb, when are you planning a trip to panama? kathy Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
hi what you said is so true. I gotta learn more spanish. i brought a grammer book with me this time, with very practical exercises. i don't really enjoy learning a new language, and am not a natural but i cannot communicate with my neighbours ... Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
it is absolutely gorgeous where we live, best of both worlds, cool mtn. breeze, yet view of the ocean, AND close to everything! We even have accommodations!! Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
hi, if you need a place to stay for a nite or 2 close to panama city, we have accommodations available, and a vehicle. we are also cdn. cheers, kathy Read More
Does anyone live near Punte Chame? by Taylorc2
Hi everyone. My husband Ron and I Chris just bought a condo in Punta Chame Panama. We have booked a 2 week vacation in March 2016 to spend some time in Panama to get familiar with it. We have been to Panama twice before but spent our time with a ...
thanks for the reply. would me great to meet you. cheers, kathy Read More
Does anyone live near Punte Chame? by Taylorc2
Hi everyone. My husband Ron and I Chris just bought a condo in Punta Chame Panama. We have booked a 2 week vacation in March 2016 to spend some time in Panama to get familiar with it. We have been to Panama twice before but spent our time with a ...
oh, i have never heard that?. Read More
Considering Bocas del Toro as a Retirement Location by sjpersonal
Hi, my name is Sondra and I am a 52 yr. old single female currently living in Los Angeles, Ca. I have a few years before retirement but I am attempting to gather as much information about several possible locations as I can. I had settled on ...
i have not lived there, but have visited. Personally it was not my "cup of tea". prices on the main drag, were definitely tourists prices. And I expected crystal clear carribean water, was not. So I passed up, too touristy, and not much ... Read More
Does anyone live near Punte Chame? by Taylorc2
Hi everyone. My husband Ron and I Chris just bought a condo in Punta Chame Panama. We have booked a 2 week vacation in March 2016 to spend some time in Panama to get familiar with it. We have been to Panama twice before but spent our time with a ...
hi, yes, my husband and i live a short distance away, we would be happy to meet you. john and kathy, from calgary, ab Read More
Safety in Panama by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Panama? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
So far, I feel safe. We live in the country and know most of our neighbours. We try to exercise common sense, and when we need to pay workers, we always have to go to the bank first to withdraw the funds, as we do not keep funds at the house, even ... Read More
looking at a possible retirement destination in Panama by knute
I am looking at a possible retirement destination in Panama...don't want to be in the city. Don't know Spanish but assume I should learn atleast some before hand. .Am hoping to travel down to explore it in person in the fall with my son. ...
hi, i would check out el limon, quite small community, 20 min. from major super mercados, medical clinic 10 min. away and 40 min, from panama city. and beautiful views. Read More
Any Feedback on living in Cerro Azul needed. by Vincep34
Hello, I been looking for a place to live in Panama and I'm interested in a City type pf place but not a big City like Panama City. Was told to looking into Cerro Azul so if you live or have visited Cerro Azul can you please give me some kind of ...
we went there to check it out. pretty views on the way up. but we must have picked a bad sunday, because we noticed lots of melo commercial property where they raise chicken, i think, feed lots, also maybe?. anyway it was quite smelly. so I do ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
hi , my husband and are also from calgary, bought a house in the mtn. with an ocean view. we love it. when are you planning in coming? We have contimplated driving down to pa, through Yama, but a little scared, lol. ? Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
where can i view your paintings? Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
hi, my husband and I live in the campana area. we bought a house and are renovating it. we have trouble sometimes finding the workers to help us. We do not speak as much spanish as we would like. we have about 1000 meters, and i am entertaining ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
hi, i am trying to view your paintings? Read More