Rush Alvarado
Panamanian citizen
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Registration: 25 August 2023
Where should I live? by vegasghostgal
I don't want to live in Panama City. I was looking north near Boquet or David. But I read an article on the southern end of Panama and now I'm thinking about that area. Anyone have any suggestions? I'm going to be 64 and my husband will be 67 this ...
@manper I agree on corruption but no Panamanian says that.we are all mixed, and aren't racists at alland about xenophobia... hmmm I have a middle point here. Read More
Where should I live? by vegasghostgal
I don't want to live in Panama City. I was looking north near Boquet or David. But I read an article on the southern end of Panama and now I'm thinking about that area. Anyone have any suggestions? I'm going to be 64 and my husband will be 67 this ...
@vegasghostgal I saw your post and @manper replies.Sorry to read manper's experience but I'd take it as a "head's up" because as there are many expats coming, there's also scammers.The best thing I can recommend you is to investigate about ... Read More
Caribbean Somewhere Besides Boccas or Colon by mojeda2447
My husband and I are considering moving to Panama.聽 We hope to visit in the fall of 2024.聽 I want to live on the Caribbean side but all I know is Boccas del Toro which seems like too much of a party town for us.聽 Are they any other ...
@mojeda2447 Bocas del Toro province isn't just Isla Col贸n. There are other islands but they still have this crazy island vibe. Col贸n province is something I cannot recommend (but that's me)If you were thinking on the Pacific, then ... Read More
Is Panama a safe place for a single 60 yo woman to retire to? by strgzr61
I am a 60 yo American woman. My husband died very unexpectedly 6 months ago. I no longer want to stay in this country and am looking for someplace warm to retire to. Is Panama a safe place for a single 60 yo woman to retire to? If so, any particular ...
@strgzr61 Hello.Yes, it is. BUT (there's always a but) depends on the region.If you like the city: Panama City, of course but do not go to places like Chepo, San Miguelito, Villa Zaita, for example. This is the most expensive option since location ... Read More
Wanting to join you guys in Panama! by Mousemcd
Seems like you have the good life and I am sick of being taxed in Canada and United States! I will be coming for my first visit to Panama February 25th for a week to taste the waters and see about living there. I am retired, well traveled and ...
@Mousemcd If you have no idea of where to go, I would recommend El Valle de Ant贸n and Boquete, 2 of the coolest climate locations in Panama where you can adapt easier and there's a good Expat community.Other places to go would be Bocas del ... Read More
Planning to move to Panama by Illinois Gator
Hi all, My wife and I have pretty much decided to retire outside of the US when the time comes. We have been talking about it for a couple years and now are 100% in. Right now Panama is our first choice with Costa Rica maybe 2nd. We have 10 ...
@Christinalhill Cinta Costera is super expensive.You can do the part-time AirBnB but with your own property because otherwise it'd be really expensive in the city and you can generate income. City Suburbs aren't "friendly" for this and cluttered. ... Read More
Big Cats in Panama by Sawbriars
I was trying to think of the term Panamanians call big cats of the jungle....I have forgotten the term...heard it used many times when i was down there years ago.
@Sawbriars We have jaguapumaocelot or manigordoyaguarundi or tigrillo congotigrillola oncilla Read More
And this is justice? by roy5
I joined this site because I felt I should share a recent experience in the Panamanian Labor Court. Although we might all feel we are familiar with the ways of our adopted country, let this story serve as a reminder to remain cognizant of how we go ...
@roy5 Wow. I just read this and I can tell this is really possible. But let me point some things out here:BTW... when I say "you", it's not you directly but all expats in general.Do not make "gentlemen agreements" with Panamanians. Make a short ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in Panama by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Panama remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose your ...
@Cheryl There are 2 companies: M谩s M贸vil and Tigo. M谩s M贸vil has the largest network and what about Tigo? well... Tigo uses the same network! leased, of course. So it could be a difference of service quality in regions ... Read More
Random questions from a future expat by CanadianWayne
Hello everyone,I've been doing quite a bit of "internet" research on retiring in Panama from Canada, but I'm hoping to gather some information from others who are living there already.The internet is filled with videos and interviews of people who ...
@CanadianWayne cars are no problem here and even if you are too attached to your car, you can bring it. BUT!!!! but but but... have in mind that even if you have a , let's say Toyota, and you bring it here, it has a reasonable chance that your car ... Read More
Blue Skies offers not only travel agency's services but also provides charter flights to every place in Panama at the best price of the market. We own our planes so you don't depend in our schedule and can plan your trip at your pace.If you ...
Hello. We've been doing websites for more than 27 years, search engine optimization (SEO), e-commerce, and lately, User eXperience Research (UX) on products and services. Everything related to web consultancy.We've worked with online ...
Planning to move to Panama by Illinois Gator
Hi all, My wife and I have pretty much decided to retire outside of the US when the time comes. We have been talking about it for a couple years and now are 100% in. Right now Panama is our first choice with Costa Rica maybe 2nd. We have 10 ...
@Illinois GatorA good place to retire? Boquete for it's cool climate, Pedas铆 for beaches. Mostly because of the day-to-day pace and because of the developments, real estate and bilingual staff at stores and restaurants. And of course, ... Read More
Planning to move to Panama by Illinois Gator
Hi all, My wife and I have pretty much decided to retire outside of the US when the time comes. We have been talking about it for a couple years and now are 100% in. Right now Panama is our first choice with Costa Rica maybe 2nd. We have 10 ...
@mojeda2447 Slow paced towns are Pedas铆 (but hot!), Mariato / Torio (beaches and still on early development), Santa Catalina / Lagartero (known for it's world class surfing beaches), Boquete (slow paced and well adapted to expats)Panama City ... Read More
Planning to move to Panama by Illinois Gator
Hi all, My wife and I have pretty much decided to retire outside of the US when the time comes. We have been talking about it for a couple years and now are 100% in. Right now Panama is our first choice with Costa Rica maybe 2nd. We have 10 ...
@kristc99 Col贸n City is dangerous and I wouldn't recommend it. There are some exclusive developments going on that are worth the visit but you are excluded from everything and you'll end up traveling Panama City to get some things. The PROs ... Read More
Planning to move to Panama by Illinois Gator
Hi all, My wife and I have pretty much decided to retire outside of the US when the time comes. We have been talking about it for a couple years and now are 100% in. Right now Panama is our first choice with Costa Rica maybe 2nd. We have 10 ...
@mojeda2447 Isla Col贸n is THE party town. It's very well adapted to foreigners but it parties hard. Read More
Reforestation Visa by vikaa_
Hi,I've been googling a lot and I've seen the "Reforestation Visa" come up over and over again for immigration options to Panama.Can anyone tell me if this is legit? Because it looks like all info comes from lawyer websites and nothing seems ...
@vikaa_ It is legit but there are some considerations like having enough land and reforest a part of it that cannot be cut down for some years (like 25) and it must be done with local species too.This is aimed to be used by investors because this ... Read More
I want to tour Panama first just to see what its like by NObody No one
Hi, I am planning a trip anywhere from 6-8 days to Panama this November. I was advised to stay in a hotel in Casco Viejo by a coworker who was stationed in Panama. He also advised I should tour the locks, and swim in the Pacific and Atlantic on ...
6-8 days is short for all you want to do. But I can help you with some suggestions. Hotel in Casco Viejo?Expensive. There are other hotels better located and cheaper. And you can get to Casco Viejo by Uber. If you aren't moving in peak hours, you ... Read More
Help needed any suggestions ? by golfer1238
Hi.聽 I am Wayne fro the USA and also have a home in Thailand. Because of the distance and flying time between USA and Thailand I am thinking of selling and perhaps buying in Panama.聽 My wife and I are planning a 3 week visit there in ...
If you love Thailand weather, you'll love Panama.聽 You can visit San Blas but cannot buy properties there since it's an indigenous region with special laws.聽 You can go to other beaches like Isla Col贸n that is the most adapted to ... Read More
Coping with loss in Panama by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing or preparing for a death in Panama is a complex process that requires a thorough understanding of the laws and procedures in place in Panama. This situation raises several questions: What are the steps to take to ...
I will try to answer according to experience.What are the steps to take to retrieve the belongings of a deceased loved one in Panama?Will depend on nationality but the certificate of the death of a person is issued by Medicatura Forense (Forensics) ... Read More
We are coming to Panama next week by yvdb85
Hi everyone. Im Yvan, and im together with my small dog Jules, my loyalest friend. And a real heartbreaker. We are coming to Panama next week. Straight out of Belgium. Ill be temporary staying with a friend, but im looking for a place of my own. ...
@yvdb85write me!!!! ** Read More
Motorcycle Rentals in Panama by bobby1959
Hey, I do not seem to be able to find a rental option for a motorcycle. would this not be a great way to spend a week or two in Panama?
@bobby1959 I can sell you mine! haha still interested? Read More
Information on work (remote or locally) by udjatemple9
Greetings, I am Rev. Dr. Majadi Baruti, currently i am living in Buffalo NY. My fianc茅e' and i are considering moving to Panama in the next couple of years.聽 I work now as a Climate Justice Organizer and wish to continue my work in ...
Hello. Panama is the house of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and is also the base of several environmental NGOs of the region like UNDP, Wetlands, and others.David, Volc谩n, Boquete are good options for expats. Boquete is the one ... Read More
We are coming to Panama next week by yvdb85
Hi everyone. Im Yvan, and im together with my small dog Jules, my loyalest friend. And a real heartbreaker. We are coming to Panama next week. Straight out of Belgium. Ill be temporary staying with a friend, but im looking for a place of my own. ...
@yvdb85 if you are thinking on moving here to live, take your time and move around to see how the city develops itself during the day.If you are visiting only, I'd recommend taking charter flights to Isla Col贸n or Pedas铆 as the road ... Read More
We are coming to Panama next week by yvdb85
Hi everyone. Im Yvan, and im together with my small dog Jules, my loyalest friend. And a real heartbreaker. We are coming to Panama next week. Straight out of Belgium. Ill be temporary staying with a friend, but im looking for a place of my own. ...
@manper wow, what happened? Read More
I moved to Panama from UK, am now developing houses here and love it! by MGC
Hi All! I moved to Panama a year ago after living in Trinidad, Grand Cayman, Bahamas and US and am originally from UK. I am now married to a Panamanian and am managing a luxury gated beachfront development in Pedasi (Azueros Peninsula). I'd love to ...
I was in Pedas铆 last week and WOW, development there is amazing. I also learned the airport was moved. We landed on another landing strip that looks better than the old one. If you want cheap charter flights to Pedas铆, check Blue ... Read More
Cost of living in Panama in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Panama, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Panama. Here ...
@Cheryl wow, so many questions. But almost all the answers for these are available via Google and replies may vary from region. Read More
Closest beaches to Volcan/Boquete area by jensharley
I am researching either Boquete or Vulcan as a potential home and wondered how close they are to any beaches that are suitable for swimming and sunbathing.
That'd be a 1.5-2hr drive depending on where you want to go. Las Lajas might be a good option. Read More
Panama in Late 2023: You Can Fly Into the Capital, But THEN WHAT? by cccmedia
A near-nationwide protest featuring roadblocks galorehas been crippling transportation in Panama for aboutthree weeks.I recommend that casual visitors or prospective PanamaExpats postpone your plans to fly into the country untilthe situation is ...
Wow... This post had almost all stages of the protests.聽 Now that the protests are over, *** we are just a few months away from elections, there will be some campaigns to promote tourism, fix roads, ***Well... about tourism, There's a much ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
@Kathyhodges25聽 You'll be very welcome here in Panama. Have a list of places to visit.聽 As far as I've seen there are good expats communities at the beaches and in Isla Col贸n (Bocas del Toro, Caribbean)聽 If you are scouting, ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
@ronasjg Once in David, go to Boquete which is a 40min (or less) drive. Temps are cooler and the bilingual community is better there. Volc谩n is also as cool as Boquete and the last time I went they were improving sidewalks and roads so have ... Read More
Your neighbours in Panama by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in Panama, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in Panama: Tell us ...
As a Panamanian, all I can say is that if you move to the country, like Chame, Boquete, etc. Don't try to be a savior. If you don't have wonderful people as the 2 previous post, you might end up being a prey.Panama is super small but widely ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
@Anissa F Oh, and research for expat communities. Right now the oldest is Boquete where there are many many bilingual stores and restaurants, also Volc谩n (near Boquete) and lately I heard that Mariato is being sold as investment opportunity ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
@Chad Road聽 that's cool!!! good to know you enjoyed it.聽 There are some certified tour guides who arrange their schedule to yours.聽 That helps a lot when moving around, taking a taxi, going to safe places and knowing restaurants and ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
@Anissa F You should mix both. On your own equals not knowing the area, prices, anything. So people can try sell you a house on a bad neighborhood or triple the price. And these rellocation tours are a safe option to move around and know the ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023
Hello everyone.I'm here to help creating content and I wish we could get along. Read More