

mcmoller
American °µÍø½ûÇø in Panama
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Registration: 13 September 2013
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Advice on Panama by Tankgirll
Hello all! I was hoping I might be able to get some good insight and opinions from all of you who have already made the leap! Here is my situation: I am looking at moving to either the Tulum/Playa del Carmen area of Mexico; San Carlos, Panama; or ...

Although we live in Pedasi, San Carlos is one of the areas we researched. It is a town with a Regional hospital and clinic, super-mini groceries, and restaurants. If you need something more, nearby Coronado offers large grocery markets (Rey, Super ... Read More


Speaking Spanish in Panama by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Spanish is essential for a successful integration in Panama. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Spanish? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...

Yes, I do try to speak Spanish although not very confident at times when I do. And it is sometimes hard to understand when someone talks to me-seems very fast. But I do think that it is important to learn and keep on learning Spanish to communicate ... Read More


Dealing with emergency situations in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help °µÍø½ûÇøs and soon-to-be °µÍø½ûÇøs in Panama face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What are ...

I must disagree with Jim about MBE. There must be some extenuating circumstance in his situation. We have an MBE account & mail box in Las Tablas. My husband orders his meds from the VA and has never had those problems as described, as recently ... Read More


Tips and advice to thrive in Panama by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Panama? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...

Acknowledge that this is not the country you grew up in. Take time to get to know the people, their customs, their language. Eventually become part of the community; find out where and how you can help from those who are asking for assistance. Enjoy ... 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 ...

We feel very safe in Panama although that does not say that there isn't crime or you shouldn't be diligent about your security and well-being. My husband and I live in PedasÃ. We are comfortable walking down the streets at night, ... Read More


Coming for a visit - any recommendations on hotels? by bwadetx
I'm putting together our September trip to Panama in order for my husband and I to visit several towns. We need to pinpoint where we want to live next year. We thought about renting a car once we get off the plane but I'm afraid it might get ...

$20-$30. The bus to Pedasi is $2.50, but again most taxis and buses do not run after 6pm. Las Tablas is a small country town, Pedasi is even smaller. Hopefully you stay overnight in Panama City, then you will have all the next day to get to Pedasi ... Read More


Coming for a visit - any recommendations on hotels? by bwadetx
I'm putting together our September trip to Panama in order for my husband and I to visit several towns. We need to pinpoint where we want to live next year. We thought about renting a car once we get off the plane but I'm afraid it might get ...

There are taxis out at the road of the bus station in Las Tablas. Read More


Coming for a visit - any recommendations on hotels? by bwadetx
I'm putting together our September trip to Panama in order for my husband and I to visit several towns. We need to pinpoint where we want to live next year. We thought about renting a car once we get off the plane but I'm afraid it might get ...

If you are arriving late I would recommend booking in advance. Many of the hostels close after 6-7 pm. Casa de Campo is very nice, but expensive. Many other hostels I could recommend in Pedasi (Hostal Dona Maria, Casita Margarita, Casa Lajagua, ... Read More


Getting to Pedasi from the airport by bwadetx
Hola! My husband and I are flying in Friday, Sept. 26. Our flight gets in at 1:05 pm and we looked into flying from Albrook but the only flight leaves at 3:00. Not sure if we can get through customs, ride a taxi, and make it to Albrook in two hours. ...

Yes,Air Panama only flys to Pedasi on Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays at 3:00pm. The buses run every hour on the hour up until 7pm from Albrook to Las Tablas. Then you could probably catch a taxi to Pedasi, or a small bus(van), from there. Just ... Read More


Advice needed on how to go around Panama to discover all the Areas? by VBray
Hello everyone! For the last 10 years I talked about retiring abroad. Now I'm only two years away from my retirement!!!! And it seems like a very long two years to me as I would love to just up and retire right now but I need to wait till ...

Hola, We visited twice before moving to PedasÃ, Panama permanently a year ago. The first time, we traveled by bus, taxi, and rented a car in Chitre, depending on where we were staying. The 2nd time we rented a car at the airport and traveled ... Read More


Las Tablas by Aldonova
My friend Kent and I are staying in the Las Tabals area the 2nd week of May and would really appreciate someone willing to sit down over a cup of coffee or a cocktail and give us some incite on the area and possibly moving to the region. Thank ...

Bonnie has my phone number and I sent it in response to your comment on my blog. Call when you get into town. Read More


Las Tablas by Aldonova
My friend Kent and I are staying in the Las Tabals area the 2nd week of May and would really appreciate someone willing to sit down over a cup of coffee or a cocktail and give us some incite on the area and possibly moving to the region. Thank ...

Buenos dias, We will keep that week open. In the meantime, if you have any questions beforehand, you can contact me at cmolller103@gmail.com. Looking forward to meeting you. Connie & Mikkel Read More


Las Tablas by Aldonova
My friend Kent and I are staying in the Las Tabals area the 2nd week of May and would really appreciate someone willing to sit down over a cup of coffee or a cocktail and give us some incite on the area and possibly moving to the region. Thank ...

Hola Alan & Kent, My husband and I moved to Pedasi August 1st from Auburn, CA. We would love to have you over for dinner when you are here. Feel free to check out my blog: Our Third Life-Pedasi, Panama at www.mcmoller.wordpress.com. We have had a ... Read More


Our recent trip,What to bring, what can't we buy there, by Hugo&Cyd
My wife and I just finished our second Panama trip in December? (Over the last 6 years we and our relatives have visited most of Central America, looking for retirement countries) this trip we were looking for cities, and checking out shopping. We ...

Hi Hugo & Cyd, Yes, you can probably get almost anything in Panama depending on where you live and where you want to drive to. We did not bring much, but we are glad we brought Mikkel's tools as well as our stainless steel & cast iron pots and pans. ... Read More