You Should NOT Consider PANAMA if... | Expat 101: Essential Insights
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- Thinking about moving to Panama?
It’s not for everyone! There are several reasons why Panama might not be your ideal destination. From cultural differences to financial realities, I’m sharing the essential things you need to know before considering Panama as your new home. If you dream of becoming an expat or just curious about life in Panama, this video provides valuable insights to help you make an informed decision.
In this video, we'll cover:
- What type of expats struggle most in Panama
- Character traits that might make it difficult for you to be a successful expat
- Tips for determining if you’ll thrive or struggle in Panama
- Key things to consider before making the move
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This channel is dedicated to helping the older, single woman successfully move and retire abroad. Through our videos, vlogs, lives, and resource materials, we dispel the fear and anxiety that plague older women and keep them from retiring to another country. I am a retired nurse practitioner who is currently living her best life in the beautiful country of Panama. I retired here alone and am thriving. If any of this resonates with you, if you're on the fence or are worried about whether you could make it in another country as an older female, this channel is for you. Please subscribe to this TH-cam channel and start watching the videos.
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Maggie, (not patronizing) you have probably the most wise and level headed advice I've heard on youtube concerning this topic. My wife and I migrated to the US almost 40 years ago and have traveled the world over; your commentary is on point. We were in an all inclusive tour in Eastern Europe and the american couple next to us was complaining that they hated the tour because after 3 days we hadn't stopped at a McDonald's. 😂😂😂
Oh my gosh...I rest my case. Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Amen! Im planning my move to Panama.I left one expat group because of the contempt or disrespect several people showed for Panamanians - acting like locals should conform to them. No one forced them to immigrate into another country. Yes, expats...YOU are immigrants. Learn Spanish.
You are on point. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.
Great video Maggie…each topic is on point. It takes a reset of the mindset before making the decision to be an expat👍🏽👏🏽
Absolutely! Thanks so much for watching and for your comment.
Maggie, I always enjoy your videos. Everything is so true. I know, I can make it as an Expat. I’ve lived abroad, while serving in the military. As soon as my mom and children get settled. In the meantime, I’ll continue to research and visit next year. Thank you for sharing.
It's my pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for your videos. I will be leaving for Panama in a few weeks, and I'm very excited. After a plethora of YT videos, I think I'm ready.
Awesome sauce! Happy travel and welcome to Panama! Thanks for watching.
You are MY kinda lady!! You covered it all so well. I was over here rolling my eyes and huffing and puffing at the thought of being rude to locals- expecting them to speak English! Great, great post.
Thank you. Unfortunately, it does happen. Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Yes, great points. I’ve been an away from my country of origin for 35 years and agree with you!
Thanks for the feedback and for watching.
Awesome job Maggie! I agree with you 100%. we need to be flexible; we will never stop learning as long as we live. I love to travel!
Ditto. Thanks for writing and for commenting.
Exceptional Video, Beautiful Sistar Queen. My husband and I retired in 2021 and moved from the US to The Gambia, West Africa. Your insights are on point. 👑👏🏽😍❤️
Thank you so much. Hope you're both happy in the Gambia...on my bucket list to visit. Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Wonderful insightful video. ☺️
Thank you...glad you think so! Please keep watching.
Excellent lists and video!! Your explanations are ON POINT and with love!! Love this!! 😊❤🙏🏽
Thank you so much!
@@singlewomenretiringabroad You're welcome!
This was on point! If I EVER run into someone mistreating a Panamanian because they don't speak English, it's on and popping. I'm standing up for the Panamanian for sure
Good...thank you for that.
Fantastic video, Maggie! Just fantastic!
Thank you so much! Please keep watching for more.
Maggie you are making great points. Don't try to change the locales. Know thyself. Thank you
Indeed. Thanks for watching always.
Great video Maggie.
I've even shared this video because, you're right. Some folks come with unknown expectations. That's they have expectations of the unknown they failed to research. Funny!!!!
Great feedback! Thanks for watching.
I'm visiting Panama next month fro the Panama Relocation Tour and I'm staying an extra week! I am starting the process for my Pensionad a VIsa. Again, Thank you so much .. I'm so ready to make that transition!
Wonderful...welcome to Panama! Thanks for watching and for your comment.
Beautiful video a wealth of information. All makes so much sense!
Thanks so much! Please keep watching.
Thank you Maggie for sharing your valuable knowledge I truly appreciate it!
It's my pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Thanks you for this well done video! 🙏🏻 Keep up the good work. My wife and I have been in Panama several times. Sometime in the first half of 2025, we will be going down for out visa and long term stay. Best wishes and blessing!
@@ChuckfromAZ yeah...thank you so much and welcome to Panamá. Please consider subscribing if you have not yet done so. Gracias 🙏
Thanks for sharing your tips and experiences. Much appreciated.
@@rosearthur2332 it's my pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Thank you so much, Maggie. I really appreciate your honesty and your candor. There’s nothing like wisdom and you exude just that. I really appreciate all of your videos, but this one in particular has given me a lot to think about. I am trying to relocate to Panama sometime next year however, I do have some things I need to work out I also have a graduation and a wedding next year. Perhaps I should look at, reassessing my timeline to relocate.
@@wandaedwards60 yes, it's helpful to evaluate your options and not feel pressured. Thanks for watching.
I love the dogs in Panama, they have an independent spirit. Unlike dogs in the US, they have an independent life away from their human family. A few days ago I was in Volcan & 3 dogs visited our table when we were having lunch. I gave them some love & a couple of bites of my taco & they were happy before heading out to their next person to visit.
Yup...they are friendly and harmless. Thanks for watching.
Maggie, I was admiring your skin right through this very on point video! Tell a sister what products and skin care system you use, pretty please!
Hola...surprisingly, I don't use anything special, except some cheap moisturizer. I think it's genes and this humidity... but I thank you. Thanks for watching and for your comments
Great one hun. Love your articulation
Thank you so much!
Very informative.
Glad you think so! Thanks for watching.
Love your video Maggie.
Thank you so much and thanks for watching.
Great video! As Maggie says: "Toxic people please stay home"!
@@PositiveMindset-q5m indeed.
Perfecto!
Gracias.
Excellent information. I was fortunate to live in Iceland for 2 years and the only thing I missed was Chinese food and a Big Mac. :) I truly enjoy people and learning. Hope to see you again in the future.
Awesome! Thanks for watching.
Best expat commentary 👍 would you give some insight about health care/coverage in Panama…..
Thank you
Planning on it. Thanks for watching and for your comment.
You absolutely right!! People have to think about all those things before they make any move !! Like me , I born in Panama , but I can’t see me working again ovether , I want to retire earlier, so I can live with my own income from USA and enjoy a simple life nothing fancy 🥰 I am pet lovers 🥰
Wonderful.
Thank you, Maggie. This is a very insightful video.
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching.
Excellent FOOD FOR THOUGH. Thanks again Maggie ❤❤❤
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Thank you Maggie !!!
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You are so welcome
Hi Maggie I want to visit ...I am a single woman really want to visit.
You can... just make it happen. Let us know if you have questions and thanks for watching.
985 views? But 145 likes ? Come on people we have to do better than that , she deserves more than a 1,0000 likes , I like how you laugh maguie, jijijjji😂
Awww... thank you so much.. appreciate your support.
Privileged attitude
Thanks for watching.
Exact same thing in Jamaica..oh lord, it’s annoying.
I can imagine...thanks for watching.
Hello Maggie
I’ve been following you for a couple of months now. Planning to visit Panama next year and looking for somewhere to rent /Airbnb for a week will like to communicate with you Shirley
Hola... nice meeting you here... lots of AirBnBs around... just reach out when you're ready. Thanks for writing.
Maggie, I'm so glad you're speaking on this! There are Americans who live a 1 hour drive between their town/city... and they've never gone the distance outside of their town/city. That's mind blowing to me! I'm a single female retired US Army Combat Veteran.. and I'm used to living in other continents! In fact, I prefer it! That's why I am moving abroad! I'm blessed to be living the "American Dream"... I have ALL THE THINGS and I'm debt free! Moreover, I prefer to not live in this toxic America that I made my life sacrifices for! I'm HAPPIER when I'm out of this cuntry! And that's sad to say! I have the big beautiful home that looks like a "showcase" inside, the top brand SUV & Sedan vehicles (booth paid off), I made my backyard into an oasis! I live in a gated community with ALL the amenities & my home is two story +3,000 sf. THAT'S JUST STUFF! I can have all of that wherever I choose to live. I can't take it with me when I die. I'm 61, happy healthhy, no internal health issues, w/ 2 grown adult sons & no grandchildren! I'm ready to live a more calmer peaceful quality life, and with peace of mind! I"m "unstrapping" so I can travel more easily! I'm not a animal person, I don't have to be. the US is Full of animals & I deal just fine! I don't agree with women referring to themselves as a Bitch, & I don't allow the N-word around me either! Therefore, I won't be around people like that as the same as I don't in the US!
Wow... such a great comment. You've touched on a lot of important points. Yes, we get to make our choices. Thanks so much for watching and for commenting. Please consider subscribing if you have not yet done so.