Life in Paradise: A Couple's Dream Home in Rio Mar in San Carlos, Panama

Paula and Dean share their experience moving to Rio Mar in San Carlos, Panama.
San Carlos, Panama, is a charming coastal town located along the Pacific coast, about an hour and a half from Panama City. Known for its tranquil beaches, it's a popular destination for surfers and those seeking a peaceful seaside escape. The area offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to amenities while still retaining a small-town feel.
In addition to its natural beauty, San Carlos has seen increasing development in recent years, making it appealing to expats and retirees looking for a balance between modern conveniences and a slower pace of life. The town’s proximity to Coronado provides access to shopping, healthcare, and dining, further enhancing its appeal as a coastal retreat.
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[@truestory923]

What a lovely loving couple. It's so nice to see 2 people so respectful and comfy with each other. In awe! Thank you for sharing your experience so well

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Mutual respect and love ❤️

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Thank you!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

You are so kind

[@edyndominguez6516]

Me alegra que le allá encantado panamá 😊Bendiciones.

[@tuyquienmas]

What a positive nice couple, hope they continue to have a happy life in Riomar.

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Thank you!

[@FreeInPanama]

Finally we can find at the channel showing something really decent and classy in Panama. Yes, such places do exist and RioMar is one of the top ones. Welcome Paula and Dean to our paradise 😀

[@dinob6341]

Thank you! So happy to be here!

[@yurekvers2521]

See you soon 😊

[@kennyroberts2703]

There are plenty of decent/classy places in Panama/they're affordable, unlike North America.

[@jauncel]

Beautiful apartment, great photography, lovely couple

[@RHONDA-cm4pn]

I like all of the videos that I've watched, but I absolutely loved this one. Keep up the good work Jackie, thank you for all you do. I will be in Panama on 10/04/2024 to get my temporary visa.

[@jaiyabyrd4177]

Have a fantastic and safe trip 👍🏾

[@user-oo1yq3rv2w]

I can't wait for this one! I lived in Panama (Army brat😊) during the late 60's. We would always go to Rio Mar to surf...and just hang out. Great times! Edna

[@Explorer63-k6d]

Very beautiful and retro style of living. The couple has such a positive energy 😊

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Thank you!

[@louisaguzman1496]

Thank you! The bible reference is exactly what I needed to hear! No fear!

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Glad it was helpful!

[@blacktravelswell400]

Rio Mar is my favorite beach community. Thank you for sharing your story.

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@@blacktravelswell400 thanks for watching

[@rebeccahood7795]

We love Panama!

[@tonyurrutia4308]

Very chic couple! They love Panama. I recognize all the stores and areas they are talking about!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

@@tonyurrutia4308 they LOVE living in Panama!

[@jaydawson842]

Hi guys, I'm thinking of making the move for my retirement....I'm from Indy as well😊

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Go Hoosiers!

[@tonyurrutia4308]

I have stayed here for weeks! I first went there in 1994.

[@newinsights5496]

I could live there!

[@latinoheat49]

Loved this , thank you for making this video

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Glad you enjoyed it!

[@laureanne3409]

Cool. I live in Indianapolis. I grew up in Panama and Rio Mar was my favorite beach. There was absolutely no development. Just some bohios where you could spread out your picnic lunch.

[@pkfreedomgirl]

We have seen pictures of it back in the day and it looked magical! I'm so happy you got to experience it here. Indy is wonderful too for different reasons.

[@naspa0307]

Im in Indianapolis too! Leaving soon.

[@pkfreedomgirl]

​@@naspa0307 I called Indianapolis home for 54 years and Dean for 61 years. Hoosiers born and bred.

[@drewforest]

Wonderful!

[@newinsights5496]

Beautiful video!

[@JohnGazoo]

Ive been in their place! Its sickkkkkkkk. Ask them about the Moon Man! :-P

[@wildbill2411]

👋 Bill is waven a hand from Arizona 🌵

[@NewMillionaire]

They are adorable! ❤ But that area looks pricey. Nice but $$$

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Expensive compared to where? We live for MUCH less here than we did in the US. There are much less and much more expensive areas around Panama. Work through your personal budget and see what works for you. 🌞🌴

[@mtngrl5859]

@@pkfreedomgirl HOA at $500/month is pretty expensive for Panama. I realize there are a few other developments with higher HOA's but this is pretty spendy for Panama.

[@pkfreedomgirl]

​@@mtngrl5859life is a choice. We chose here for so many reasons. Yes, we pay just below $500 which is higher than other properties. We love the smaller property and the other residents so much. We also are floored at how amazingly well it is maintained. The fees also includes our gyms, a spa, our gas and water and a parking spot within a covered garage. So, for us, it is perfect. 😊

[@pkfreedomgirl]

@@mtngrl5859 while it is true that we could have chosen a much less expensive area, we chose it here for SO many reasons. Our fee is below $500 but it includes our water, gas, a gym, a spa, a beach we like (with pirate caves and a surf school), perfectly manicured grounds and an amazing community of like-minded people who we simply adore. Definitely do your research when coming to Panama. There is something here for everyone. We are so thankful to be where we are.

[@A.J.P.]

Right compared to what??? It’s paradise to me well worth it

[@Jammer411]

MY RULE TO STAYING OR LIVING IN ANY HIGH RISE DWELLING...NEVER GO HIGHER THAN THE TALLEST LADDER TRUCK FIRE TRUCK.

[@rodmosley1699]

Which is what floor?

[@MarinaLaroche]

@@rodmosley1699 I would think 3 floors there. Panama firetrucks capabilities might be different than the US ones.

[@kennyroberts2703]

The highrise condo I live in has a sprinkler system in every room. You're hard pressed to find that in America.

[@pkfreedomgirl]

We all have sprinkler heads in our units in Rio Mar which is concrete construction. Also, I've heard someone else joke about the firetruck tuing as well. They said they wouldn't live above the 5th floor. We live on the first floor above PB. 😉

[@CristianCYAC]

They really loves thunderstorms 😂😅😂I mean Panamanian people close everything when there is a thunderstorm 😂😂

[@dinob6341]

Well, when you have lived in a state where you have seen entire neighborhoods and towns flattened by tornados, a big thunderstorm is fun to watch and ride out!

[@JohnGazoo]

I LOVE these guys... but CORONADO is HAUNTED... Go to Boquete... :-P

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Lol! You're so silly,Johnny.

[@kennyroberts2703]

Funny, the People in Boquete are moving to Panama City because after you've gone to all of the bars/restaurants there's nothing left to do.

[@MM-wi5dn]

Muddy river dumps on your beach

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Sometimes it is muddy. Sometimes it is perfectly clear.

[@colescreditrepair1]

The beaches in panama dont even to compare to caribbean! Muddy water, black sand!🤮

[@pkfreedomgirl]

Our sand is mixed both black and lighter sand. It's beautiful to watch the two sands intermingle. Santa Clara is white sand as are the Caribbean side beaches. We love the Carribean too. 😊

[@tuyquienmas]

Panama has a caribbean side with white beaches too, genius.

[@kennyroberts2703]

Apparently, you've never been to some of the beaches in Florida. At least you can afford to eat/still live in Panama because The Caribbean is too Americanized/expensive to do anything but vacation there.