@newbietoCA
Canadian expat in Panama
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About me
Canadian, Single
Lives in Panamá, Panamá
Speaks English, French, Russian, Finnish, Spanish
Registration: 09 August 2015
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Anyone in Santa Clara ?
Hi there :) I just recently left Panama City, and moved to Santa Clara (in Cocle province) I live near the beach. Anyone else living around here? Drop me a line Cheers Read More
Jobs for expats in Panama by massimo70
Hi there, I'm interested in relocating in Panama, currently living in Europe. I'm not retired, therefore need to support myself. I'm wondering what jobs are available for an expat with work permit. Thx
..........The feeling towards foreigners is jealousy and pretty much "come spend lots of money, buy plenty of real estate which will wind up sitting vacant, and go back to your country". Panama is, in my eyes, a jealous, ungrateful ... Read More
Panama vs. Costa Rica by ExpatDave
On the expat-Costa Rica site, several people have asked the question if people have compared Panama to Costa Rica prior to their move - relative to cost of living, safety, beauty of the country, etc. I am wondering if any of you spent time in both ...
When I was searching for somewhere to move to (from Canada), Costa Rica was actually at the top of my list. Panama was at the very bottom. But, after visiting both countries, and spending some time in each one.........Panama won, hands down. For ... Read More
Why do some expats leave Panama? by PacificaMaryAnn
As I reach the conclusion of my second exploratory trip to Panama, I felt compelled to discuss this new phase. I want to reaffirm how important it is to spend time in Panama before selling the house, the car, and all the belongings. One month in ...
The garbage truck comes by once or twice a week. Apparently this is an exciting moment for them, because they constantly honk the truck's LOUD horn as they work through the neighborhood to let everyone know they are here. Constantly. That's ... Read More
Why do some expats leave Panama? by PacificaMaryAnn
As I reach the conclusion of my second exploratory trip to Panama, I felt compelled to discuss this new phase. I want to reaffirm how important it is to spend time in Panama before selling the house, the car, and all the belongings. One month in ...
I am scheduled to visit next month for 15 days to see if it resonates with me. Now I'm having second thoughts. If this is all true why do expats stay and say such wonderful things about living thereThe reasons vary: (a) Not all expats are ... Read More
Why do some expats leave Panama? by PacificaMaryAnn
As I reach the conclusion of my second exploratory trip to Panama, I felt compelled to discuss this new phase. I want to reaffirm how important it is to spend time in Panama before selling the house, the car, and all the belongings. One month in ...
:lol: :lol: :lol: I eagerly await your next post ))))))))))))))))))))))))) I'm going. In a few days. I leave behind the following, these are some of the MANY reasons: 1. images and smells of dead dogs left rotting along the highway, ... Read More
Jobs for expats in Panama by massimo70
Hi there, I'm interested in relocating in Panama, currently living in Europe. I'm not retired, therefore need to support myself. I'm wondering what jobs are available for an expat with work permit. Thx
$500 USD per month, for the work permit????? Is that accurate??? :o Read More
Are you happy in Panama? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Panama? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Hmmm...........whenever people on forums advice potential expats to set aside such amounts for FOOD -- 20$ per day -- I always wonder: what on earth are you eating, that's costing you so much?? I can understand people who refuse to switch to ... Read More
The holiday season in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Panama? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Panama? How do Panamanians celebrate this very special time ...
Usually, I head back to Toronto for the Xmas and New Year This time, I'm staying in Panama. I don't feel like tolerating the snow and winter this year (LOL) Problem is: Panama can be rather dull and boring around the Xmas, especially for ... Read More
New to Panama forum by loco43256
Hello, I am new to the Panama forum. I am from Toronto, Canada, retired and I am researching warmer countries outside of Canada to retire to. I will be in Panama City from February 17-19, 2017. I would love to meet some expatriates from Canada ...
In which city do you live? How do you like it?In the capital, Panama City Liking it so far Read More
New to Panama forum by loco43256
Hello, I am new to the Panama forum. I am from Toronto, Canada, retired and I am researching warmer countries outside of Canada to retire to. I will be in Panama City from February 17-19, 2017. I would love to meet some expatriates from Canada ...
welcome aboard :) Canadian here; been living in Panama since November 2015 Read More
Your best business development ideas in Panama by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Panama is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
Its not difficult to set up a business in panama. Its difficult to keep it running because your customer base is very small and the competition is high. Also expenses can be high, especially in panama city. You need to think well or you can lose ... Read More
Are you happy in Panama? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Panama? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
I guess the concept of happiness is indeed relative............pretty much like everything else in life. Happiness is what you make of it. When people find themselves unhappy after moving to a new place, it's usually as a result of any one ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Panama by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Panama is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
You know that if foreigners would not do any business here the country would have collapsed long time ago and would be one of the poorest in the world.Kinda makes one wonder what these panamanians are playing at. I mean...........on the one hand, ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Panama by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Panama is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
If they are not allowed, which I doubt, that is honored more in the breach since it seems to me that the vast majority of vacation rental offerings are by expats or non-residents.My thoughts exactly :D Read More