Questions for people living in Panama City and near

Welcome on board Tiff31

I have lived here since Sept. and there is a definite need for tourism.  They are missing the boat here and there is a ton of opportunity especially if you advertise on the internet to draw customers. I'm thinking about starting a blog or website about living here and offering help to those thinking about moving.  I don't know Spanish and sometimes find it difficult.  I wish there was a resource somewhere to help with the simple questions.

Working in Panama is a difficult situation.  You will be working only with expats and the tourism realm since the 80 or so families that run the country have their doors closed to all foreigners except the few that make it into the social networks via fine art, interior design, etc.  When it comes to business dealing with money or finance...your services WILL NOT BE NEEDED OR USED by anyone who would normally need your services in a larger market where competition is the norm.  There is a need for tourism, but not unlike other services, they are being hindered by the people who run the show so their children and grandchildren will have businesses one day.  And why not.  They already own all the beachfront property.  Panama is hardly the paradise that's being advertised.  It is an uphill battle, and if going downstream is your goal, I advise you to rethink your goals.  Good luck.