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
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
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 ...
OH, YEAH :lol: I have the exact same problem where I live. And this happens at least TWICE a day ))))))))))))) 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 reasons vary: (a) Not all expats are unhappy or dissatisfied with Panama. A few (myself included) are content here. The reasons why anyone may be happy or unhappy in Panama have been discussed on another very interesting post, titled : ... 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 ))))))))))))))))))))))))) 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
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 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 ...
(a) Customer base is small (b) Competition is high (c) Panamanians are not the most hard-working people, by their very nature (d) corruption is rampant (e) general attitude to anything requiring effort and dedication, is non-existent! The ... 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 ...
Kinda makes one wonder what these panamanians are playing at. I mean...........on the one hand, they need our business. For real! On the other hand, they aren't exactly making it easy for us to create said business, are they? (Where I come ... 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 ...
I know that. Perhaps I didn't clarify : "real estate", as in: owning apartments (or houses), and renting them out 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 ...
Been living in Panama for a year now. From what I could glean from my research, there is a world of difference between the most lucrative businesses............and the ones with the least amount of "headaches" LOL Real estate would have ... Read More
Pathetic Singles Xmas gathering?? LOL by newbietoCA
Hahahaha Ok, let me be clear : that subject-heading bears neither offence nor insinuation. It's just the first thing that came to mind for "naming" my Xmas-idea. :D I just moved to Panama a few weeks ago. Made a few friends ...
The name's Steve :) See you on Wednesday Read More
Pathetic Singles Xmas gathering?? LOL by newbietoCA
Hahahaha Ok, let me be clear : that subject-heading bears neither offence nor insinuation. It's just the first thing that came to mind for "naming" my Xmas-idea. :D I just moved to Panama a few weeks ago. Made a few friends ...
As regards "where in Panama"...............I don't know. The idea is to "organize" something, assuming enough people are interested. in my experience, such "ideas" never even get off the ground, as it takes a lot ... Read More
Pathetic Singles Xmas gathering?? LOL by newbietoCA
Hahahaha Ok, let me be clear : that subject-heading bears neither offence nor insinuation. It's just the first thing that came to mind for "naming" my Xmas-idea. :D I just moved to Panama a few weeks ago. Made a few friends ...
Hiya Kim Whereabouts in Canada are you from? I'm from Toronto :=) I know that place you mentioned, in El Cangrejo. Never been there, though. Read More
Pathetic Singles Xmas gathering?? LOL
Hahahaha Ok, let me be clear : that subject-heading bears neither offence nor insinuation. It's just the first thing that came to mind for "naming" my Xmas-idea. :D I just moved to Panama a few weeks ago. Made a few friends ... Read More
Looking for accommodation in Panama
Greetings. I'm moving to Panama in a couple of months (end of October). I haven't yet decided where exactly I'll be staying (all I know for sure is that I won't be staying in the capital city). I'd like to rent affordable ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont 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 ...
Greetings :) I'm an EU resident (living in Finland). Finally made the decision to move to Panama (heading there in October) Read More