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| blues'in and cruz'in | 11/8/2009 |
Q: it sure makes for a better time when you have all your ducks is a row. i am planning a 3 week trip ...
A: The trip from Panama City to David should take about 6 hours ... giving you time to enjoy the ...
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| Seguridad | 11/7/2009 |
Q: Hola Lorena, soy Rafael Gonzalez de Caracas, quería hacerte una pregunta, recientemente compré un ...
A: Estimado Rafael, Lamentablemente Panamá se percibe mas seguro de lo que realmente es. Como en toda ...
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| crime rates | 8/29/2009 |
Q: what is the going crime rate in pamama? several people have suggested retiring there, but i seem to ...
A: I do not have the crime rate index. I am not even sure there is one, I saw a report about a year ...
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| General questions on Panama | 8/18/2009 |
Q: within our MBA program, my colleagues and I are working on an assignment regarding Panama. We are ...
A: That´s a tough question. The most important issues that will affect (and currently affect) Panama´s ...
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| Christo Negro festival in Portobelo | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I would like to photograph the 3-4 day Christo Negro festival this October in Portobelo. Do you ...
A: Allow me to say that Colon is probably the highest ranking in crime in the Republic of Panama. With ...
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| Working in Panama | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I am from Singapore and if i am to come to work in Panama City, my 2 concerns are accommodation and ...
A: Yes, the health insurance I told you about is the private one not government. For housing, I would ...
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| Working in Panama | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I am from Singapore and if i am to come to work in Panama City, my 2 concerns are accommodation and ...
A: In order to have an estimate of health insurance, the company needs to have you evaluated, health ...
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| Shopping in Panama | 7/17/2009 |
Q: Foremost, thank you for your kind assistance. I travel to Colon Panama via Carnival. We will be in ...
A: The port of Colon City is about 1.3 hours from Panama City - Unfortunately Colon City does not have ...
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| Panama Vacation TIps | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Lorena: Thanks for taking time to reply to this email. My family will be going to Panama for 10 ...
A: Findind accomodations at any time in Panama has become a little more difficult due to the herds of ...
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| Costos de vida en Panama | 5/10/2009 |
Q: Hola Lorena, Vivo en Mexico y estoy analizando una oferta de trabajo en Panama, tengo algunas ...
A: Hola José, A continuación mis respuestas, espero te sirvan: 1. Recomendería vivir posiblemente en ...
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| license | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I hold a 1600 ton master license and would like to get a panama license. Where should I go to get ...
A: If by this you mean a driver's license for heavy / cargo transport you can contact the Autoridad de ...
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| transportation in Panama | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I am visiting Panama this summer and I would like to know if it's best to rent a car and drive to ...
A: It all depends on what you wish to do, once you arrive there. For example if you drive from Panama ...
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| taxi or car rental | 4/18/2009 |
Q: Hey, we are coming to Panama City for our first visit. We got a really cheap flight, but it arrives ...
A: I highly recommend you take the taxi (if you need transportation service I have someone I can ...
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| Request | 4/17/2009 |
Q: We`re a Norwegian couple going to Panama for 12 days. Maybe you can help us? We are arriving the 27 ...
A: The hotel I recommend is not close to the airport. But you can always stay at the Riande Airport ...
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| Request | 4/17/2009 |
Q: We`re a Norwegian couple going to Panama for 12 days. Maybe you can help us? We are arriving the 27 ...
A: Wow you sure plan ahead :) !! I can surely help you with most things you want to do, however I do ...
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| Driving time | 3/18/2009 |
Q: How long is the drive from Chiriqui to Bocas del Toro.
A: Driving time from Chiriqui to Bocas is about 3 hours. But, please note that in December there were ...
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| driving from panama to boquetes | 3/9/2009 |
Q: we are coming to Panama this coming June 2008 and we are wondering if it is save to drive from ...
A: Driving to David from Panama City should be safe taking the precautions you would take driving ...
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| Driver For Hire in Panama City/Former CZ Area | 3/1/2009 |
Q: Lorena: I am interested in returning to Panama for a week long visit sometime withing the next few ...
A: Panama has changed a lot, specially that area, so a driver is a good idea. It would also be safer, ...
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| Buying Auto | 2/24/2009 |
Q: Hola My wife and I will be moving to Panama somewhere between the end of June or July. We hold are ...
A: If you bring your car into Panama try to get "full service" meaning they (your forwarder) do all the ...
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| colon free zone | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I would like to know if there is a hotel that is in walking distance of the free zone.What do you ...
A: I was in Colon 3 weeks ago and did not see a hotel nearby... even if there were I would not ...
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| touring in Panama | 2/14/2009 |
Q: ?Como estas? My friend and I are recent college grads and want to go to Panama for at least a ...
A: Summer in Panama is now until probably April... (global warming you know :) In order to recommend ...
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| ordering a bus | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I am representing a group of 52 students who will be travelling to Panama for a week. During that ...
A: Hola Amund, I can recommend someone/company that I personally use. I am not sure he has one bus that ...
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| used merchandise | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Are there any flea markets or good used furniture stores in the city? I moved here recently and ...
A: In Panama there is ot much of a "flea market" / "thrift shop" culture. There are a few I will ...
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| van and driver for hire in panama | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I am part of a group of 11 going to visit Panama in March from 13-20th.Can you recommend a driver ...
A: I can recommend the person/company who drives me to the airport every time I have a business trip ...
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| Panama Travel | 1/7/2009 |
Q: We are trying to plan a trip for 10 people to panama.. first time. Can you help us with any ...
A: Please let me know exactly what you would like to know. Also, before your trip please consider the ...
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| RENT OF SMALL APARTMENT - PANAMA | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I am coming to Panama City (Panama) in Feb for 3 months to learn some Spanish. Need a cheap and ...
A: Indeed, since we have become a "popular destination" all prices, specially housing has increased. ...
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| re-locating to Panama | 12/16/2008 |
Q: Hola Lorena; ..I just spent two weeks at Decamaron..fantastic - I love Panama...found a townhouse ...
A: Where are you in Canada ? the reason I ask is because if you are on the coast, for example Victoria ...
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| Goldwing in Panama? | 12/9/2008 |
Q: .. Please excuse my use of your forum to ask this question, but I am finding very limited web ...
A: I myself have a Honda and the dealership is very good...considering Panama standards. Before ...
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| first visit to Panama | 11/19/2008 |
Q: Our family of five will be arrive in Panama City on Christmas day. We were hoping to fly to Bocas ...
A: On Christmas Day, December 24th most businesses close early. In regards to your trip to Bocas del ...
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| shipping my car or buying a car in Panama | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I plan on moving to Panama next January. The cost of shipping my car is around 2,500 not counting ...
A: Before selling the car I would contact THE local Toyota dealer here who is, as far as I know the ...
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| Info Panama! | 10/3/2008 |
Q: Buenas tardes, soy argentino de 30 años, recibido de arquitecto y queria saber de las posibilidades ...
A: Buenas tardes Patricio, Disculpa la demora en contestar, estaba fuera de Panamá y lejos de una ...
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| Panamá | 9/29/2008 |
Q: Cara Lorena, Vou com amigos para New York e faremos uma longa escala no Panamá (+ ou - 12 hrs), ...
A: Hola! No entiendo mucho portugués pero haré lo posible para contestar... :) Si pueden hacer varias ...
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| Traveling via driving | 9/16/2008 |
Q: We will be visiting Panama on 9/20 and are thinking about taking a planr from Allbrook to David and ...
A: I think I am late with the answer, but, here it goes anyway ... Yes, you can drive from Boquete to ...
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| Neighborhoods | 9/12/2008 |
Q: My vacation there was everything I expected it to be and more. My question is about neighborhoods. ...
A: I am glad your vacation went as planned. In regards to neighborhoods near Arraijan there are a ...
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| Long term parking in Panama | 8/19/2008 |
Q: you mentioned other long term parking in Panama city ( besides the airport) Can you help, we need ...
A: Believe it or not, I could not find a long term parking space - only the one in the airport. The ...
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| Living & working in Panama | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I am thinking of relocating to Panama (from UK) in about 3 years time. My question is really can I ...
A: Yes, I think you could get a job in the massage industry. I am not sure of places in Volcan, but ...
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| Visit to Panama | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me with this one. My husband, myself and two sons (19 and 21) will be visiting ...
A: I hope I am not too late in answering this question ! I recommend you see: 1. Panama Viejo (old ...
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| Panamanian Furniture | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I am also from Panama and graduated from Balboa High School in FY 1976. I would like to know where I ...
A: Hola Olga, There are a couple of places that sell furniture made in Panama. Most of these stores are ...
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| buying a car | 7/20/2008 |
Q: Is it cheaper to buy a car in Panama and drive it into Costa Rica or just buy in CR? I would take ...
A: I did a little research before answering your question. It turns out that it is cheaper and simpler ...
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| traveling from Panama to Colombia | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Hola Lorena, My friend and I are planning a trip starting in El Salvador and hopefully ending in ...
A: There is no safe confirmed way to cross the Colombian border on foot or transport. There was a ferry ...
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| travel from panama city to david | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I have a dilhemma i need help with. We are a family of 8 traveling in Aug to panama city. We arrive ...
A: Well, I think that if you are out of the airport by 2:20pm you should be able to make it on time for ...
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| Driving Bocas to Panama City | 7/8/2008 |
Q: We will be traveling to Panama in December. We will meet someone in San Jose and travel with them to ...
A: I checked the phone book for car rentals in Bocas del Toro and could not find any. I suggest you ...
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| me again | 6/27/2008 |
Q: hey, its me again...still bothering you. i appreciate your honesty once again. i can only hope all ...
A: I´ts ok, you do not bother me. I think your Boquete options is a good one. It´s a small place, ...
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| to move or not to move | 6/27/2008 |
Q: lorena, i have read several of your answers, you seem to be very honest and straight forward. for ...
A: No need to worry, you can ask all you need to know, I´ll do my best to point you in the right ...
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| to move or not to move | 6/26/2008 |
Q: lorena, i have read several of your answers, you seem to be very honest and straight forward. for ...
A: In regards to racism towards tourists or people coming from the U.S. I perceive it as none existant. ...
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| to move or not to move | 6/26/2008 |
Q: lorena, i have read several of your answers, you seem to be very honest and straight forward. for ...
A: I try to tell people the things the way are, because if it was me asking, I would like to know :) I ...
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| Driving in Panama | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Lorena, My friend and I are travelling to Panama for 10 days in July. We plan to visit Panama ...
A: If you really want to drive in Panama, note that people do not obey traffic signs, so you have to be ...
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| houses and moving to panama | 6/23/2008 |
Q: Some friends of mine are thinking of moving to Panama and setting up a business. They are looking ...
A: I would recommend the Bella Vista area for this type of business. I am certain you can find a big ...
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| Cerro Azul | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Can I RENT a small 2-3 bedroom house in Cerro Azul ? Can I have access to High Speed Internet ? ...
A: Here are your specifics... 1.Places to search for a home in Cerro Azul to rent, try ...
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| Cerro Azul | 6/15/2008 |
Q: Can I RENT a small 2-3 bedroom house in Cerro Azul ? Can I have access to High Speed Internet ? ...
A: Yes, there should be homes available for both, rent and purchase in the Cerro Azul area. There ...
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| younger expats? | 6/5/2008 |
Q: Lorena, My wife and I are considering retiring to Panama within next 7 years. We will be age 50 at ...
A: Sorry it took so long for me to get back to you. I looked around a bit before I figured I had ...
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| Driving David to Bocas | 5/20/2008 |
Q: We are a family of seven travelling over the holidays and think it will be less expensive to drive ...
A: I apologize for delay in reply I was out of the country and had very little access to email. ...
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| boating to panama | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Good afternoon. I am planning on bringing my 28' bertram( fishing boat) from florida to the ...
A: I am not familiar with this activity, but I think what you need is orientation from a lawyer. A ...
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| Getting to Boca del Toro | 4/15/2008 |
Q: My son and I are flying to PTY on Saturday May 3rd and need to fly on to Boca. How far is the main ...
A: You will most likely arrive Tocumen Airport. From there you can take a taxi (there are no buses) to ...
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| furniture...linens..mattresses..housewares..tv's | 4/2/2008 |
Q: where do we get best bang for our buck for middle of road tems??
A: There are plenty of options in the local Panamenian Market. Now, for kitchen and electric appliances ...
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| School project - art exchange | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I am an art educator in a Chicago Public Elementary school and I grew up in Panama as a Gringo. My ...
A: I would suggest you contact the First Lady. Their office seems to always sponsoring work that is ...
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| plane fare & taxi fare | 3/12/2008 |
Q: i am planning a vacation in may 2008. i'm staying at the PANAMONTE HOTEL, although i booked ...
A: Albrook is about an hour away from the airport, with normal traffic. Taxi fare from the Tocumen ...
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| plane fare & taxi fare | 3/12/2008 |
Q: i am planning a vacation in may 2008. i'm staying at the PANAMONTE HOTEL, although i booked ...
A: The aifare (one way) from Panama Albrook Airport to David is approximately 70.00 USD and there ...
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| Volunteering in Los Santos | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help give me some guidance about finding a place to volunteer in the ...
A: I will do my best to answer all of your questions. If I leav anything out, please let me know so I ...
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| Dental Hygienists | 2/23/2008 |
Q: Wld it be possible for a very experienced dental hygienist to get employment in Panama? She has ...
A: Before I answered your question, I called a good friend of mine who is a dentist. My friend is works ...
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| Renting a Car vs. Taxi Service | 2/22/2008 |
Q: My husband & I are taking our two daughters (ages 7 & 4) on vacation to Panama. We plan to spend a ...
A: I suggest you use taxis or maybe take a tour. Driving in Panama is crazy, streets are really bad and ...
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| parking at Albrook airport | 2/21/2008 |
Q: am currently in Coronado and will be going to Bocas next week. Planning on driving to Albrook but ...
A: Will you be going to Bocas via Albrook bus terminal or Albrook Marcos Gelabert Airport ? Parking in ...
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| retiring in panama and visiting this summer | 2/16/2008 |
Q: My wife and I are planning on spending 2-3 weeks in Panama this summer with the idea of possibly ...
A: Retiring in Panama and the places you mention has become very popular lately. It all depends on what ...
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| Wholesale buying in Panama | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I live in Jamaica and I will be opening a store of my own very soon. Is it true that Panama is one ...
A: Orlene, Yes, Panama is indeed one of the best places to shop for wholesale. Most wholesale companies ...
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| food allergies | 2/11/2008 |
Q: good morning. I would like some information about typical food that we might encounter when we come ...
A: The odds of finding peanuts in Typical Panamenian food is almost as the same as me winning the ...
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| Moving back to Panama | 2/8/2008 |
Q: Hola Lorena, My name is Jenna. I lived in Panama for a year in 06. I came back to the states to take ...
A: Many things have changed in Panama since 2006. Unfortunately, to my opinion, to the worst. All ...
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| Driving in Panama | 1/26/2008 |
Q: WE are thinking of driving from Panama City to Bocas Del Torro and stopping along the way? Is this a ...
A: Ten days is plenty of time. If I may recommend.. 2 to 3 days i Bocas, 2 days in San Blas (island ...
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| Driving in Panama | 1/26/2008 |
Q: WE are thinking of driving from Panama City to Bocas Del Torro and stopping along the way? Is this a ...
A: You can take a plane from Albrook Airport directly to Bocas. Note that Albrook airport is about a 45 ...
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| Driving in Panama | 1/26/2008 |
Q: WE are thinking of driving from Panama City to Bocas Del Torro and stopping along the way? Is this a ...
A: Well, if you really want to make the most out of your trip take a small plane from Panama City ...
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| Renting in Panama | 12/30/2007 |
Q: Lorena I am looking to retire and move to Panama probably during the first week of Feb 2008, I will ...
A: I did a quick check to update myself in regards to current prices and so I could give you precise ...
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| Renting in Panama | 12/28/2007 |
Q: Lorena I am looking to retire and move to Panama probably during the first week of Feb 2008, I will ...
A: Due to the increase in the amount of people coming into Panama to buy property, prices have ...
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| Daily Culture of Panama | 12/22/2007 |
Q: What are the people of Panama like? Where do they work? what are popular pasttimes? How is Panama ...
A: Emilia, You have plenty of questions... hopefully I can answer them all. People of Panama are first ...
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| travel visa | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I have a Panamanian friend that wants to visit me in Canada. What is required( travel documents visa ...
A: Yes, in order for a Panamenian citizen to visit Canada they need a visa. The visa is given by a ...
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| Driving | 12/1/2007 |
Q: I heard that it is not recommended for a foreigner to drive in Panama City area
A: If you consider driving in Panama, there are things that you should know. One of them is that stop ...
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| moving to Panama | 11/22/2007 |
Q: I have read that as Pensionado a person only needs to prove an income of $500 per month for a ...
A: If I understand correctly, after you finish building your home, you will be left with: 70k plus your ...
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| moving to Panama | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I have read that as Pensionado a person only needs to prove an income of $500 per month for a ...
A: Ray, In order to obtain a PENSIONER TOURIST VISA you: "May opt for an indefinite residence permite, ...
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| Buying in Panama | 11/6/2007 |
Q: I'm interested in buying electronics, beauty stuff and other things in Panama and ship them to ...
A: I would recommend a visit to the Colon Free Zone. Here you can get wholesale prices and also a good ...
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| shipping a car to panama | 10/23/2007 |
Q: i live in new york but my parents live in panama, i am planning to send my car for them, can you ...
A: I just had friends who moved from DC ship their car to Panama using the port of Baltimore. They used ...
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| certified mail | 10/23/2007 |
Q: is there certified mail delivery available in Panama? Also, is there a reliable telephone ...
A: The local Panama mail (Correos y Telégrafos) does have certified mail. If you ask me, by experience, ...
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| travel | 10/15/2007 |
Q: My 18 year old daughter is planning on going to stay with a friend in Almirante, for a couple of ...
A: Her visit to Almirante should definately help her with her English and it will all be new to her. To ...
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| Health Insurance | 10/9/2007 |
Q: 2 Questionswe are retiring to panama in 2009 and need to purchase health insurance. Can you ...
A: I can recommend the following: Health Insurance- I can imagine you are retiring to Chiriqui as it is ...
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| furniture, electronics etc | 9/28/2007 |
Q: Where are the best to shop for reasonably priced, good quality furniture in panama City Need to ...
A: It all depends on what type of furniture you are looking for.. but, going for price, in furniture I ...
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| Preguntas de seguridad | 9/25/2007 |
Q: Hola Lorena, primero que todo quiero agradecerte en nombre de todos el tiempo que dedicas a ...
A: Hola Edgar, Trataré de contestar cada punto, lo mas claro posible. 1.Si vienen a Panamá con algo de ...
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| Preguntas de seguridad | 9/24/2007 |
Q: Hola Lorena, primero que todo quiero agradecerte en nombre de todos el tiempo que dedicas a ...
A: Hola Edgar, Para serte sincera, en cuanto a índices de criminalidad, lamentablemente no pude ...
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| Best part of Panama | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I would like to visit in November.I am looking to be in a lively environment but not have to watch ...
A: November is a busy month in Panama. It's the month where all "patriotic" celebrations take place. ...
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| Moving to Panama but not a retiree | 9/12/2007 |
Q: My question is regarding Visas and the possibility of moving to Panama without being a retiree. I ...
A: Hola Denise, Just this morning the mere of Panama was talking about the recent changes in visas for ...
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| car imprtation | 8/31/2007 |
Q: We are moving to Panama in December 2007, as retirees, and wonder if it would worth while taking our ...
A: The magic word has been said "retiree". As a retiree in Panama you have many benefits, one of them ...
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| Panama to Colombia | 8/24/2007 |
Q: Can you offer my husband and I some advise on shipping ourselves and our 2 motorbikes from Panama to ...
A: I have not used a shipping company to send anything to Cartagena and I am a little "picky" if you ...
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| Panama to Colombia | 8/23/2007 |
Q: Can you offer my husband and I some advise on shipping ourselves and our 2 motorbikes from Panama to ...
A: In regards to shipping to Colombia it should be simple and if it goes by sea it should not take ...
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| Purchase offer | 8/18/2007 |
Q: We will be buying a house in Panama soon and I was considering placing a conditional offer of ...
A: I will try to answer all the questions to be the best of my knowledge. 1. Clause number one is ...
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| bus from Bocas to Boquete | 8/11/2007 |
Q: We will be visiting Panama for 2 weeks at the end of this month. We are going to Bocas, then ...
A: Yes, you can find a decent bus from David (Province where Boquete is located). Now, the roads are ...
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| Buying a New Car in Panama | 8/9/2007 |
Q: Would you know of any websites for car dealerships in Panama City, Panama? ANSWER: Hi Ana, Would ...
A: Sure, here`s a couple of them: NEW Consultenos (audi and vw) www.volkswagen.com.pa BMW ...
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| Bus desde el aeropuerto y Guarda equipaje | 8/7/2007 |
Q: Hola Lorena; Es recomendable tomar un autobus desde el Aeropuerto TOcumen hasta la ciudad de Panamá? ...
A: Hola Fabian, El aeropuerto de Panamá está en fase de remodelación y la última vez que estuve allí ...
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| long term parking | 8/5/2007 |
Q: I appreciate it. You said you also know of places where you can rent spaces other than the airport. ...
A: I looked around for a safe parking spots that you could consider.. The places I looked were in the ...
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| Cerro Azul/Las Cumbres differences | 8/3/2007 |
Q: You provide very informative answers. I will be moving to Panama in Nov 07 from Canada. We are ...
A: Both places you have chosen are very green :) Differences between the two, I would say: Las Cumbres: ...
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| How to go about finding the best minivan to buy in Panama. | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I would like to purchase one of those small white minivans one sees buzzing around Panama City and ...
A: Honestly I do not know much about cars. I am not sure I can picture the little white minivans you ...
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| long term parking | 7/31/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are buying property in Panama and will be getting pensionado status soon. We have ...
A: Yes, the airport has parking at an approximate cost of 10.00 USD per day. A friend used it recently ...
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| Driving to Panama | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I hope you can help me with this question. I have read so much about driving the Pan American ...
A: Unfortunately, as far as I know, the road ends there. The only way to bring your car over from ...
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| free zone | 7/30/2007 |
Q: are there brand name stores in the freezone? are the shops grouped in the free zone, that is like ...
A: As most companies distribute several brands they tend to have their own name, not the name of the ...
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| PROPERTY TAX | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I have purchased a property in Santa Clara,Panama.1 acre with 2 old bungalows on it.I was told,that ...
A: My knowledge is limited in this area..3,700.00 usd does seems a lot, however I can say that you pay ...
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| work | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I have been an Eye Doctor in the US for the past 30 years. As a prospective retiree to Panama, I ...
A: Sorry I took sometime to get back to you.. but, before I answered I asked around. Happens that with ...
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| visiting Panama with little kids | 7/23/2007 |
Q: We are thinking about visiting Panama this coming December. We have 2 little kids -- ages 2 and 4. ...
A: I think Panama is a reasonable destination to travel to with kids. Mmmm.. I would probably choose ...
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| work | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I have been an Eye Doctor in the US for the past 30 years. As a prospective retiree to Panama, I ...
A: I will do the best, to my knowledge, to answer you. The answer to both of your questions is yes. ...
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| Las Cumbres | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I migth be moving to Panama City in a few months and I have been looking around for the availability ...
A: Las Cumbres has nice residential areas with plenty of green. It is about a 30 minute drive from ...
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| My visit to Panama | 7/11/2007 |
Q: Hola Lorena, Thanks for all the answers to my questions. I do have a few more! Would it be safe ...
A: Casco Viejo: Yes, it would be safe as long as you don't stay out past 6pm. There is the "tourism ...
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| Places to rent | 7/3/2007 |
Q: Hola, I am visiting Costa Rica and Panama with my son this summer. There is a possibility that I ...
A: From what you mention, of not a touristy area ... got me thinking. Panama City to be honest is loud ...
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| Places to rent | 7/2/2007 |
Q: Hola, I am visiting Costa Rica and Panama with my son this summer. There is a possibility that I ...
A: It all depends what you want. Do you want a house or do you want an apartment? Do you want to live ...
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| auto loan | 6/29/2007 |
Q: how easy is to get an Auto Loan in Panama?
A: In order to grant you a loan to purchase a car, most banks in Panama will request the following from ...
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| Visiting Panama | 6/28/2007 |
Q: Lorena, I have reservations on my first visit to visit Panama at La Costa Inn. What do you think ...
A: I'll answer your questions one by one :) Costa Inn is located in the city in the "borderline" if I ...
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| Retiring to Chiriqui area | 6/16/2007 |
Q: my wife and I are planning on retiring to the Chiriqui area, probably near David. We have quotes on ...
A: Boquete is still a nice place to retire, now it has become a bit overcrowded, prices are rising on ...
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| Bank Account Requirements | 5/22/2007 |
Q: Re the $10,000minimum deposit for foreigners: Does that amount have to stay in the account, or can ...
A: Sorry, I am not aware of the 10k deposit for foreigners. In regards to how you can get your check ...
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| Safety | 5/22/2007 |
Q: I just read that Panama is less safe than it used to be. I also noted that someone in an answer ...
A: Unfortunately yes, Panama is a lot LESS safer than it used to be. There are several reasons which I ...
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| Basics | 5/11/2007 |
Q: A few basic knowledge questions...What is the average cost of renting a home per month? I have ...
A: Sorry about that ! I missed your "voltage" question. The electricity voltage is the same as in the ...
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| Basics | 5/8/2007 |
Q: A few basic knowledge questions...What is the average cost of renting a home per month? I have ...
A: Average cost of renting a home ? It all depends on what you are looking for. If you need a house, in ...
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| safe for women | 4/20/2007 |
Q: Is it safe, more or less for women to travel in Panama? Of course with common sense!
A: Yes, it is safe with common sense. As in any place, there are areas which you need to be careful ...
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| Dialisys Treatment in Panama | 4/10/2007 |
Q: Hola que tal me llamo Juan Julio vivo en Atlanta Ga. proximamente pienso mudarme a nuestro pais, ...
A: Hola Juan, La mayoría de las compañías, si no todas, piden información de condiciones médicas ...
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| how shipping car to panama | 4/5/2007 |
Q: How do I go about shipping a car to panama and any idea of how much it will cost as far as paying ...
A: I spoke to a friend who imported a used car from Miami about 3 months ago. His advise is, don't go ...
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| Health Insurance in Panama. | 3/12/2007 |
Q: We will be living somewhere not too far away from David and if you could give us the name and phone ...
A: I went a little further and got the below quote, just in case. I am clueless as to how much ...
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| Panama | 3/12/2007 |
Q: What did the ppl in panama do for fun?
A: Here in Panama, there are plenty of things to do and places to go. It depends on what your ...
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| Health Insurance in Panama. | 3/11/2007 |
Q: Hola Lorena. I was just reading your answer to a health question. My wife and I are moving to David, ...
A: Welcome to Panama! In regards to your question, first of all I would check if your wife's insurance ...
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| BUS to Puerto Obaldia? | 1/24/2007 |
Q: Is there a bus that goes from Panama City to Puerto Obaldia? If so which one?
A: Puerto Obaldia is located in San Blas, an indian reserve in Panama. It is on the Atlantic Side of ...
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| Health Insurance in Panama | 12/20/2006 |
Q: I am a US citizen thinking of retiring and obtaining residency in Panama. I have a friend that is ...
A: Yes, Panama is still indeed a very nice place to live. Insurance seems to be expensive everywhere ...
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| motorcycles | 12/3/2006 |
Q: My brother and I are thinking about riding from Texas to Panama City on new Kawasaki 650 Dual Sport ...
A: First of all, I must be honest and say I do not know much about bikes. Now, what I can tell you is ...
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| travel agent in Panama City, Panama | 11/8/2006 |
Q: Could you recommend a travel agent in Panama City?
A: I can recommend the agency that I have been using for over a year for business and private travel. ...
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| How can I go about moving to panama, or retiring in Panama? | 9/22/2006 |
Q: Im 31 years old. I was born and raised in the US. Have apprximatley 5 years experience in tech ...
A: For example, if you are moving down here and wish to bring your furniture with you, you can bring in ...
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| Driving to Panama | 9/12/2006 |
Q: If I want to drive my car from US to Panama, do I need to get, I don't know, like a permit or ...
A: Sorry, I cannot help you with information regarding permits from Mexico or other countries. To ship ...
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