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@oscargantes16512 ай бұрын
As a Panamanian I would say that it's not a perfect country but we have good things here: nature, people and security. I would say it's very hot here even for me who have lived my entire life here. Welcome to everyone, Panama and Panamanians are always happy to know good people :) Saludos desde la selva del Darién.
@Pattybluehayes2 ай бұрын
@@oscargantes1651 I imagine in Darien it’s quite hot. I love the range of communities from beach, tropical, Caribbean, mountains and a metropolitan city!
@A.J.P.3 ай бұрын
I’m 55 and want to retire as early as 62 and DO NOT want to stay in the US. I will be visiting Panama 🇵🇦 many times before I decide where to go in Panama. Practicing now to speak Spanish as fluent as possible and the mountain towns look like heaven ❤. I like the way your place looks… beautiful!
@Pattybluehayes3 ай бұрын
@@A.J.P. Good idea to make frequent visits ☺️
@pimentoso6 ай бұрын
How good it is to hear someone from another country, especially one so huge and beautiful as the US, to talk about ours in such a nice way. Makes me feel so proud and also to apreciate it so much more. Sometimes we take things for granted. So thanks, Patty. You're very sweet. Have a good time in Panama! Cheers! 🇵🇦🤗🇺🇲
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
You have a beautiful country with wonderful, strong and sweet people who love life 🧡 I’m so happy living here in peace 🕊
@pimentoso6 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes 🤗👍🏼🙌🏼
@vickyvasquez31305 ай бұрын
I was feeling down because of all the corruption from the past government but your video is like a spark of hope. Thanks for loving Panama.
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
@@vickyvasquez3130 It’s easy to love Panama 🇵🇦Positive change can happen 🙏
@IngeHBorg7 ай бұрын
The old adage, "The way you holler into the woods the way it comes back to you," really applies here, Patty. You are always positive. The rebuilding of your house and casita alone was awesome to follow. Stay fearless; stay safe; stay being YOU.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Such sweet sentiments, thank you, Inge 🧡
@EmptyNestSoloMom7 ай бұрын
Great video. You exude so much peace. I love that!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Awwww, thank you ☮️
@jasonbell99757 ай бұрын
Love it here. Been in Panama City for 11 years now.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
It’s a great country 😊I like visiting the city in small doses 😆
@jasonbell99757 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes Yeah much of Panama's charm lies outside the city. Although the city still has some really great places(Cinta Costera, Amador, Parque Omar,..etc). But as my wife was born and raised here, just like her parents, grandparents, great parents and so on, I'll probably be here in P.C. for good😂. We still get out to Gorgona about 5 times a year(and other places as well), just to decompress and enjoy the countryside ......Thank you for your excellent content Patty🙌
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@jasonbell9975 It’s good to decompress! And the city does have beautiful parks. And close to Portobelo for a nice day trip. I’m glad you enjoy the videos 🙏
@heidilenza21684 ай бұрын
Thank you Patty - this was a lovely video. We are in the beginning stages of learning about Panama. We hope to visit for a few weeks in March of 2025.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@heidilenza2168 Enjoy your trip! Thanks for watching and I’m glad you liked the video. ☺️
@thaniamoore73535 ай бұрын
Facts to straighten: the Chinese came a lot earlier with the construction of the railway. The Afro-Caribbean came for both the railway and the canal but mainly the canal (also Greeks, Spanish, Indians, Irish and many others). The Afro-colonials were brought by the Spanish as slaves. I loved your video, kudos to you and happy Panamanian living!!
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
@@thaniamoore7353 🙏Thank you!
@nmgr307 ай бұрын
So happy to know you love my country, and it shows in the video! You have a new subscriber in me, and of course, I will share your video!!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Gracias 🌟🙌😊
@janh.44794 ай бұрын
Great overview Patty!!! We LOVE Panama for most of the reasons you listed! Thanks for all your insights!!
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! And happy to hear you love Panama, too :-)
@snupjohn6 ай бұрын
Such a wonderful experience to hear about Panama and your journey there. Thank you soooooo much!
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@okrantomatoes6 ай бұрын
I just learned something new!! There is ONE main road!
@johnrencher4427 ай бұрын
Excellent job, I am so very happy for you and your personal growth… we are so programmed to do what every one else is doing… I am very seriously considering Panama for my retirement…
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, it’s so freeing to tune into what’s really important to us and not compare ourselves to others. Visit Panama a few times and stay in different parts of the country 😊
@sbass3015 күн бұрын
Shared this and some of your other videos with my wife. She agrees that you are very easy to listen to. And with your honest, relatable sharing of your experiences, you're like having a "friend on the inside." :) We definitely want to come explore Panamá.
@Pattybluehayes5 күн бұрын
@@sbass301 Such kind words! Thank you ☺️ I’m so glad you’re enjoying my videos 🌺 Make a few trips and check out different areas. So much to explore here.
@supramentalmanifestation7 ай бұрын
Hey, great video, Patty. Thanks for sharing. We are looking forward to our stay in your Airbnb in a couple of weeks.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thanks and I look forward to meeting you both 😊
@susanrice30337 ай бұрын
Your editing skills are steller. This was a GREAT video. This is going to get you more followers.. Let's go folks SHARE THIS!!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
You’re so sweet 🧡🙏🌟
@trdriver4306 ай бұрын
Stumbled on your channel. Glad I did. Thanks for the real content.
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Thank you!!! I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos 🌟
@danadardenful3 ай бұрын
Very nice presentation. I love Panama and hope to visit soon.
@Pattybluehayes3 ай бұрын
@@danadardenful thanks! Enjoy your trip ☺️
@gerardobrown59673 ай бұрын
I enjoy your respect of the culture and it's diversity...the only way to hace a Good relocation experience is been Open minded, congrats and blessings 🙏
@Pattybluehayes3 ай бұрын
@@gerardobrown5967 Thanks ☺️ I’ve certainly had my challenges but that happens anywhere!
@LifeSoulutions6 ай бұрын
Thank you Patty for your information and your lovely energy. Listning to you makes me feel closer to making the decision to move to Panama closer.
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Thank you and best wishes on your possible new adventure! I hope you’ve visited a few times, plan on checking out different areas? And don’t buy real estate for at least a year! 😆
@LifeSoulutions6 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes Thank you for your reply. I haven't visited Panama yet, just gathering information and putting things in order here in Canada. Thank you for being inspirinig Patty.
@edenwilliams28452 ай бұрын
Thank you for this!
@Pattybluehayes2 ай бұрын
@@edenwilliams2845 Glad you enjoyed the information ☺️
@tarasturntable65834 ай бұрын
Loved this. Thank you. First time here - love your calm presentation and your home looks beautiful...
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@tarasturntable6583 Thank you so much! There’s a before and after video you might like on the house renovation - took 8 months and was a huge project 🙀
@tarasturntable65834 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes will definitely check it out!
@DanielDiaz-es9gw5 ай бұрын
Hola que alegria que les haya gustado nuestro hermoso Panamá. Bienbenidos a Panamá🇵🇦🇵🇦🇵🇦
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
Me encanta Panama 💙
@RedroomStudios7 ай бұрын
very enjoyable to just sit and listen to you talk while viewing some mixed in scenes of your travels in the country. #1 benefit of living in Latin America for me is greater levels of freedom and less government intrusion into your life and finances. although, the level of security when you arrive at the airport is the strictest I have ever experienced. as someone who only visited Panama for 1 month as a tourist I didnt find it that cheap. I stayed in a combination of hotels and Air BNB's and they averaged $100 a night... contrast that with where I am staying in Mexico right now at $23 a night. rented a car for a week and that was $400. I loved the ability to be able to go different places on my own but still thats a significant amount of money when you think that most of the time the car is just parked where you are staying. anyways, I could stay in Mexico for about 4 months for what I paid for 1 month in Panama. so I think I'll just be an occasional tourist... definitely need to come back to experience Boquete and Volcan. I like the cooler temps!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
I think you can definitely find places for under $50 a night in Panama, maybe not in the city or high expat focused areas, but my friends have The Magma Chamber on Airbnb in El Valle and it’s budget friendly 😊 I never noticed the security being all that strict. I am surprised the canal is so easily accessible 🤔
@a.l.14827 ай бұрын
Panamá es un PAÍS CARO y desde hace unos años los PRECIOS de todo SUBEN. Vivir ACÁ no es COMPETITIVO. Si vienes? vive en el PAÍS DOS MESES, y después saca TUS cuentas, haz un BUDGET, fácilmente en un lugar decente CÉNTRICO GASTAS $3,500. MENSUALES para 02 personas.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@a.l.1482 It seems like there’s a range of options for different budgets.
@RedroomStudios7 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes security might have been stricter when I was there as it was at the end of the protests. as far as the airport goes... the requirements to get into the country, even if they dont bother to check them like $500 cash and proff of exit flight. but the big thing for me was the digital fingerprinting. never ran into that before. and I talked to some Americans at the airport on the way out. for US citizens there is double and triple security checks before you board your flight. Casco Viejo was being patrolled by entire troops of police and military when I was there. Punta Chame had a police/military checkpoint to enter. Ive seen videos of toursist being pulled over in their rental vehicles and having to p[roduce all their ID, passports, rental papers for the vehicle etc. of course many Latin American countries have those kind of rules but none enforce it and do random checks to the level of Panama from what I have seen. and yes, if I stayed in the country longer I probably could have figured out cheaper ways to live, but the other thing for me as a Canadian is I lose 40% on the exchange rate. so the $500 cash I brought with me in case they asked at the airport cost me $700. much better when you can be on the right side of the exchange rates... anyways, I am glad I came there and now have a decent understanding of how things work. I always get nervous going to new countries but they always end up being more civilized and very similar to what I am used to.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@RedroomStudios that exchange rate is a bear for Canadians 😞 I recall being surprised about the random police checkpoints. Like even if you’re guilty of nothing, you feel a little nervous! Glad you’re happy where you landed 😊
@jmo210417 күн бұрын
You are such an inspiration.
@Pattybluehayes17 күн бұрын
@@jmo2104 Thanks for saying that ☺️🌸
@topasioo5 ай бұрын
In Chiriqui (Volcan) it shakes from time to time. There has been, as of lately, 2 good earthshakez
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
@@topasioo yes! I think I was there when an earthquake happened. Also have felt them in Coronado and El Valle.
@denniswenthold15097 ай бұрын
Good presentation
@MariaRodriguez-wz6qm7 ай бұрын
Thank you!!! Excellent inf.🥰👍🌺
@KandyClause7 ай бұрын
Patty I just want to thank you for doing these videos. I have been watching for 3 years now. And finally made it here March 10 and think I love it as much as you do. I decided to start out in Volcan and I am very happy with that decision cause I still need a fan at night. But the climate is truly close enough to perfect for me. Thanks for all your generous information!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Awwww, thank you and welcome to Panama! I’m glad you’re enjoying Volcan. Get to Cerro Punta for a drive, it’s gorgeous.
@ronjohnson6319 күн бұрын
Thank you for your excellent suggestions. I will definitely keep them in mind. I’m saving your comment and subscribing to your channel. I used to live in California not far from Fresno and I love listening to your accent.
@Pattybluehayes19 күн бұрын
@@ronjohnson63 Thank you so much, glad it was helpful 🙌☺️
@MariE-go7olАй бұрын
Thank you for sharing. I am 58 yrs old and been living in the Bay Area California for 20 yrs now and I’ve been searching for a place to retire early and I love the cooler temperatures too. Your place looks so lush! I’d love to have a community to join that welcomes you. Looks so peaceful. Wonder what is the best way to get there. If it’s safe to drive there from California.
@PattybluehayesАй бұрын
@@MariE-go7ol I’d suggest coming to visit a few times before making a big decision. The cooler temps generally will be in Cerro Azul, Campana, Sora, Altos del Maria, Santa Fe, Boquete, Volcan. I would not drive alone to Panama. Join a convoy of other people for safety.
@erich8265Ай бұрын
Nice video, thank you, really, really looking into it!
@PattybluehayesАй бұрын
@@erich8265 Take a trip or two, meet with an immigration attorney, don’t get married or buy property in the first year 🙌🤣
@arstudentathletesoccerscho289821 күн бұрын
Greetings Patty! I came across your profile going through my computer heading to setup a zoom meeting .... very interesting! I am so proud of you!!! take care of yourself and continue being Special!! PS: I subscribe to you channel
@Pattybluehayes21 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! Really appreciate the kind words 🙂
@timmaloney64415 ай бұрын
Your house looks amazing , very artistic . High ceilings I'm sure help with the heat . I was also in the Northridge Quake of `94 and Sylmar `71 . small world . Thanks for all the positive info .
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the compliments! Having a second story really helps keep the first floor cool. And the thermopanel roof is amazing. Did you leave CA or still there? Northridge was traumatizing - we get small quakes here and I’m really on edge 😥
@timmaloney64415 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes I moved to Northern New Mexico 18 yrs ago . Zero earthquakes here and very few Natural disasters . temps are from 0 in winter to 100 in summer . but I have an Adobe with high ceilings . glad to be out of the Valley - overpriced and too crowded now .
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
@@timmaloney6441 sounds perfect 🌟
@ourblazingworld7 ай бұрын
Good to know about the earthquakes. I looked at some homes in Altos de Maria I saw some damage in homes I felt was from earthquake activity but didn't know how big of a problem it is there. However I did learn some expats have built homes in Altos to withstand some ground movement because of the area. I do like Altos but I think navigating that road will be an issue as I get older, so like you I'm considering El Valle if I can find a monthly rental there within budget to check it out. I fell in love and felt at peace the moment I went there. It's similar to the town I was born in. I do love your videos and hope you get more subscribers.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
I lived Altos, too. But I tend to be a bit of a hermit and there I definitely would have isolated too much 😳 Cracks can be from settling, too. Did you check out the Valle de Anton Suites? A large 1 bedroom is $800, or might be $850 now.
@ourblazingworld7 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes Great tip, thanks!
@chantalrochon35667 ай бұрын
Helpful information, thank you for sharing this video❤🎉😊
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thank you, Chantal 😊
@cooleesha6 ай бұрын
I love your videos. I have been in Panama close to 3 years and I agree with everything you said.
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏 Nice to know you feel the same - what part of Panama are you in?
@cooleesha6 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes I started out in Nueva Gorgona, then San Carlos, then El Rompio and I am now in Las Tablas area while building a house nearby. I love El Valle and I am happy that you found your happy place.
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
@@cooleesha Glad you found your spot. Brave of you to build 😆🙏🌟
@cathypasser63087 ай бұрын
Hi Patty, just watched your 7 reasons you love living in Panama. Very inspiring. Thank you.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@deltablue-cm8ib7 ай бұрын
Very informative video, I really enjoyed it!!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
So glad, thank you 😊
@redfuse83694 ай бұрын
I was literally just in La valle some days ago lol. Once I got up there, there's a cute tiny open 'market' with people selling fresh fruits and other veggies and also artesenal vendors which I really loved going to check out. I saw probably what were Americans that built huge huge houses there with American style windows. Such a small town though at least what I saw, I don't think I could give up my life living elsewhere to go live here.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@redfuse8369 So glad you got to see El Valle 🌺 It’s a pretty special place. The large estate homes are mostly owned by wealthy Panamanian families who live in the city. Bank founders, Novey, Do It Center owners have homes here. The expat population is relatively small, which is nice. ☺️
@thenarrowpathoftruth94434 ай бұрын
Absolutely love this video. Well done. (Wow, you remind me so much of a friend of mine). Great detail. Friendly. Relaxed.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
Thanks! And I must have a few doppelgängers out there 😁
@thenarrowpathoftruth94434 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes I have a question and you seem to have the "personality style" of someone likely to know -- can I ship my household goods in a shipping container to panama in a move - I have many, many important non-fiction books which I would really prefer NOT to leave behind. Also, can a ship a motorcycle or small car in a shipping container to Panama or other South American country? Thanks
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@thenarrowpathoftruth9443 You can ship your belongings but paper books don’t do well here in the humidity 😔 Importing a car can be costly.
@thenarrowpathoftruth94434 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes Do you know the humidity % average? It can be high in the Southern state where I live also. We try to use dehumidifiers and a/c. Maybe not available there? Is all of Panama humid? Do you know if any part of Chile might be better? I hear some of Agentina can be pretty dry but I'm not sure I want to live there.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@thenarrowpathoftruth9443 Rainy Season (May to November) there is high humidity ranging between 80% to 90%. The heavy rains and frequent cloud cover contribute to these elevated humidity levels, making the atmosphere feel very moist and tropical. Dry Season (December to April) the humidity levels are slightly lower during the dry season, typically ranging between 70% to 80%. While it’s still humid, the reduced rainfall and clearer skies make the air feel less oppressive compared to the rainy season. And of course, it depends on specific locations within Panama, such as coastal areas versus higher elevations like those found in the interior or mountain regions.
@24Alisonall7 ай бұрын
Hello Patty, I've just discovered you and subscribed! Enjoyed your video. I'm trying to learn as much as possible about Panama as I would like to move there in the not too distant future to retire. I'm not sure how I would do living around giant spiders and snakes so will try to find locations with less of those to deal with. Looking forward to watching more of your videos! Thank you!!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thanks for subscribing. Condos would be the best option to not deal with insects. And the only huge spider I’ve seen was an orb weaver which is harmless.
@realestate-costarica4 ай бұрын
Hey Chica. Great info thank you. Looking forward to discovering more hikes and waterfalls soon. 🎉Renée El Valle.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@realestate-costarica Yes! Dodging raindrops 😆💦
@ProdSangreNueva4 ай бұрын
Nice video
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@ProdSangreNueva Thanks🙌
@sjw4life5466 ай бұрын
Hello. How is the english proficiency in Panama. I absolutely plan on learning the language, but can I get by in the meantime with english?
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
It depends on where you are. There’s more English spoken in the city. I use Google translate and a voice app called Say Hi. I try to read the translation to practice pronouncing the words but sometimes I show the person the translation or use that speaking app.
@RafaelMartinez-n9v4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@mtngrl58597 ай бұрын
Patty, wonderful video!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thanks!!
@normdewitte426 ай бұрын
May I ask what the humidity and temp. in El Valle is?-and YES, you are so calm and relaxed in your presentations that I never feel one ouncee of untruthfulness-very insightful👍🙏🏻❤🐎
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Very humid in rainy season, less in dry season. Temps range mid 70’s to occasional 90’s but typically in the 80’s. I sleep with a blanket on and don’t use AC. I’ve used the AC to muffle party noise 😆
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@beachgirl I couldn’t find your comment, the link is in the video description, too 😊 I have monthly rates. www.airbnb.com/h/casadebambuyluna
@anniesshenanigans38157 ай бұрын
You have an air B&b? Awesome. Too expensive for me but a great thing for you.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@anniesshenanigans3815 There are options for all budgets here in El Valle. I featured some of them on a video 😊
@javieravila64827 ай бұрын
Viva Panama!!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Yes! Curious how the election results will go 🙏
@mikehart23327 ай бұрын
Hi Patti. I’ve always enjoyed watching your channel, it’s nice to see things working out for you. I’m curious now that you have your own very nice property, do you host people, sort of like air b and b? Thx
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Yes, the Air bnb link is in the video description :-)
@susanbeno77247 ай бұрын
Great video!!!!! Can u tell me what town I am seeing at the 2:10 mark? It looks awesome!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
That’s Portobelo on the Caribbean side. You can take a 10 minute boat trip to Isla Grande past Portobelo. Nice area to explore. Trash there is an issue, but there are efforts being made 🙏
@dragonier81337 ай бұрын
Thanks for your videos. They are of help. Do you think one can still find good value property in and around El Valle de Anton?
@nicolaa96727 ай бұрын
Yes there's always good value property to be found.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
It depends on the budget. There's a lot $400k and up and of course land is available.
@roseother83067 ай бұрын
$400k and above in a small town in Panama? That's not everyone's budget! Good luck to you.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@roseother8306 There are much more affordable places in Panama. El Valle is pricey due to a limited geographical area and that many wealthy Panamanians have weekend estates here.
@denisenith52234 ай бұрын
Panama’. No PAnama. We can learn to pronounce it correctly and learn Spanish at the same time. I like your channel.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@denisenith5223 thanks ☺️
@LaurieSequana7 ай бұрын
I always feel like we would have been friends in California back in the day….then I could visit your new home 😊
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Come visit! We’ll catch up on lost time 😆
@LaurieSequana7 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes maybe some day
@nickgeoff20137 ай бұрын
I like it. Where do you live, which city. I am planning to move there too. I want to live at least an hour from panama city. What do you think?
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
I'm 2.5 hours from Panama City, in the mountains - El Valle. Visit and see if you like the beach or mountains or maybe you'll like the city.
@nickgeoff20137 ай бұрын
@Pattybluehayes El Valle is it nice. What's the night life. Is it the same weather like boquete, let me know. Can you see the ocean from the mountain
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@nickgeoff2013 it’s a quiet mountain town - nightlife on occasion, weekends. I think Boquete is cooler. No ocean views because we are in a valley.
@lt55877 ай бұрын
Hello. Thank you for general information. Is it true, that person must be vaccinated in 3 jabs before to get government insurance contract? Thank you. Is it true
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
I’m sorry, I don’t know. Perhaps a health insurance company can answer.
@RichFerreiraIns4 ай бұрын
Great job. Hang in there. I subscribed.
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@RichFerreiraIns Yay!! Thanks ☺️
@woody31677 ай бұрын
Hi Patty, Woody here. I just retired on Social Security and am searching for a suitable, budget friendly country to get residence. I really like the green that surrounds your house and that the temperature is mild and not oppressively hot, but I primarilly need infrastructure to get to food at a reasonable variety of low cost cafes, restaurants and grocery stores. Also high on priority is ease of public transportation since I will not have a car yet. To sum it all up, I am asking your opinion for where you think is a good city, or town for a "soft landing" (though it may be hot) there in Panama, for a start, to get my feet on the ground? I appreciate any recommendation you can give me.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
First, have you looked into the types of residency visas and talked with an attorney and have an idea of the expenses? Second, I’d suggest visiting a few different provinces/mountain/beach areas. The only way you’ll know what’s right for you is to have the experience of being here. You may decide you like a small town and take a 30 minute bus to a larger shopping area. Or you might decide you like a city, or the heat at the beach is tolerable. You’d want to stay out of heavily expat populated areas for more affordability.
@melissakingston61947 ай бұрын
Great information 👍🏾 Just a little correction. Most of the Chinese Immigrants came to build the Transatlantic Railroad during the California Gold Rush, and the French intent to construct the Canal. The Black Slaves that came with the European (mostly with the Spanish) is correct. Later you have the Blacks immigrants from the Caribbean countries and nations (West Indies) hired by the US for the Panama Canal Construction. And you are so right, Panama is a beautiful melting pot❤
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the correction! History was not my strength 😞
@silasrichardson75467 ай бұрын
Thank you for the information. I can't wait to visit Panama again. This time for a lengthy stay. I always felt Pamama has a great atmosphere smell also. Very unique.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@silasrichardson7546 I love how earthy it smells at the start of rainy season.
@viral_videos2577 ай бұрын
Love your content, PBH. been a long-time follower. What video editing software do you use?
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I use iMovie on my laptop. You create videos? What systems do you use?
@viral_videos2577 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes Not yet. I'm thinking of starting to do that. Thank you.
@lyric80067 ай бұрын
I can understand why you would want to move to Panama. ❤
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
YES 🕊🌺🦋🌈💦🌴🌙
@kellywillis80917 ай бұрын
Lots of blacks from the Caribbean islands come over to build the canals.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Yes! Sadly, the area of Colon where many Afro-Caribbean people live, has not had much government resources 😞
@nicolaa96727 ай бұрын
The Spanish Conquistadors also brought over people from Africa.
@edypanama72217 ай бұрын
Good day. My wife is a licensed counselor in Texas. She would be interested in speaking with you about coaching in Panama as we hope to retire there in the future.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
She can send me an email: patty@pattybluehayes.com 😊
@edypanama72217 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@garden4mysoul3977 ай бұрын
Hi , great video!! Im also a garden lover and plan to visit El Valle for a possible home. I'm wondering do you have a lot of huge spiders or scorpions? They are scary but I'm willing to deal with it to live in this beautiful country!! Best wishes!!
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Yes, spiders - but I like to have them in the garden. I like the orb weavers. I have not seen a scorpion in my house! But they are here. Snakes are here - those freak me out. But I’m going to finally get to the Serpentario to learn about them. You will LOVE the plants, birds, flowers 😊
@garden4mysoul3977 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes also where can I get info on your air b n b??
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@garden4mysoul397 There’s a link in the video description 😊
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@garden4mysoul397 there’s a link in the video description 😊
@rjh2772Ай бұрын
what about the mold and humidity
@PattybluehayesАй бұрын
@@rjh2772 A lot of it right now at the end of rainy season. Summer is only weeks away! Everything will dry out.
@timothyvaldes98437 ай бұрын
Hi patty great video today is voting for the president
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Yes! I’m curious how it will go.
@lanis574 ай бұрын
❤
@godschild50526 ай бұрын
Good day. Lovely video and do you needba gardener? I'm a legal foreigner here working as a teacher but needs extra cash 😂so I'd love to work for you. You seem very professional and awesome. God bless
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Awwwww, thanks but I have an awesome gardener. Best wishes to you.
@timothyvaldes98437 ай бұрын
Just noticed that you cut your hair very nice look
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
Thanks but it’s at an awkward length already 😆 But I can fit it in a ponytail at least.
@WolfF20227 ай бұрын
Unfortunately I was to late for the 5k visa, investing 200k is a lot more difficult.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
It may change back 🙏
@WolfF20227 ай бұрын
@@Pattybluehayes hopefully yes.
@guillermogouldburn7637 ай бұрын
The next administration under president-elect Jose Raul Mulino might bring back the 5k visa. He's very immigration friendly.
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
@@guillermogouldburn763 Good to know!
@Dghehtyr7 ай бұрын
Where do you live in Panama?
@Pattybluehayes7 ай бұрын
In El Valle de Anton - mountains, it’s a bit cooler.
@Dghehtyr7 ай бұрын
@@PattybluehayesThank you. I would like to visit to consider retirement 😊
@VDD-27665 ай бұрын
Wonder if Panama high rises are built with earthquakes in mind?
@Pattybluehayes5 ай бұрын
I would assume so. And hope so! Also, the ground gets so saturated with water - I hope that’s been factored in, too 🙏
@camerandalili74894 ай бұрын
Do you see a lot of tropical birds and monkeys in Panama?
@Pattybluehayes4 ай бұрын
@@camerandalili7489 Yes - here in El Valle there are many species. I see toucans, tanagers, woodrails, oropendolas, chacalacas and many hummingbirds. A few weeks ago there were monkeys outside my bedroom window!
@dorisfields66466 ай бұрын
Hello Patty I’m a 61 year old woman who is looking for a friend to get to know there I’m interesting in moving there, but I do not know anyone there to help me get around and to find out information about living situation there I’ll be 62 in December 2024 and I’m looking to retire. I’m wondering if you could help me in guiding me to which way to go, thank you
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
If you haven’t been to Panama, you might enjoy an organized relocation tour. You’ll meet other people and get all the information you need to make an informed decision. Start posting in the FB groups that expats use and learn about the different companies that do those types of tours. Best wishes on your next adventure 🌟
@jesusgirl24706 ай бұрын
Panamanian Relocation Tours by Jackie Lang....check her out
@james1forever7 ай бұрын
you look beautiful, I really like this video. subscribe for sure
@micheleforte9012Ай бұрын
The Panama Canal was buil tmainly by the Caribbean people from Jamaica, Barbados and ther Afro- Carribean Islands. This is part of the rich history of the country. Puerto Rico also assisted with the effort. Enjoy the country and continue to learn about the history.
@PattybluehayesАй бұрын
Thank you for the history 🙏 I’m in awe every time I drive over the canal. People sacrificed their lives in that feat.
@jesusgirl24706 ай бұрын
The only thing Panama needs is to provide more employment for the citizens of the country. Otherwise than that it doesn't need any more development. We love it just as it is. I don't know what you meant when you said it has potential for more development???
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
I think I was referring to infrastructure, National projects and green initiatives - things like that. Certainly no more condos 😊
@holgermessner8516 ай бұрын
The worst idea is to choose the Wingo airport. The bridge to the city is at noon blocked, and the 2+2 lanes are all only open for the East direction. I have friends who use Wingo regularly. A NIGHTMARE to pick them up. You must use the only bridge open to the city, driving into the city (close by) turn around and drive back. With afternoon traffic, this adds 3-5 hours driving time to the airport. I’m sure that did cost me a lot of hair to agree to pick them up. And I always forgetting about the closures in the afternoon. I promise to pick them up and then…. OHHHH NOOO. Not that airport again! 😅 Stability in Politics???? There isn’t one party in Panama who got re-elected! Panamanians blame every politician to be corrupt! But every Panamanian is corrupt too! “If you pay cash…. It would be cheaper….” Nobody likes to do business correctly. Imagine one thing: Teachers blocking the only highway in Panama. For months! Not days! In every teachers contract is written that they lose their jobs if they demonstrate in work hours. Guess what? The teachers Union gives a fxxx about the contract! On top, demand payments as usual. And the ministry is paying. Now tell me. Who has the right to call politicians corrupt? The whole population of Panama is corrupt!
@Pattybluehayes6 ай бұрын
Oh my gosh 😮 That is so stressful. Throw in the vendor-in-the-road obstacle course, construction, potholes and dogs - and that’s a wrap.
@holgermessner8516 ай бұрын
So yo know. Greetings from Nueva Gorgona. And thank you. I wouldn’t like to live in El Valle even if someone offers me money. The road to go there is destroying every car!