Compare Living in Coronado vs Pedasi

Bob talks about the pros and cons of living in Coronado versus living in Pedasi. He has lived in both. The two towns are very different.
Coronado is right on the beach so you can easily walk on the beach without getting in a car. Pedasi is about a 5-10 minute drive to the closest beach.
Coronado has a lot of restaurants, large grocery stores, hospitals, shopping, and an estimate of 1500 expats so there are more social activities. Coronado is only a 1 hour drive to Panama City and closer to an international airport.
There are high rise condos in Coronado but none in Pedasi or other towns in the Azuero.
Pedasi is a much smaller town (population about 2,000) so it has fewer amenities but it is more affordable than Coronado. Pedasi has that small town charm with less hustle and bustle of a big city. Pedasi has some beautiful beaches close by and it's only 45 minutes to Playa Venao for surfing. If you live in Pedasi, you may need to drive to Las Tablas or Chitre for shopping or to see a specialist doctor. From Pedasi, it's a 5 hour drive to the international airport in Panama City.
Which one is better for you? Only you can decide.
A good way to help you decide which area is better for you is to take a Private Tour of each area. Private Tours start at as little as $200 a day for two people.
The Private Tour guide will show you various neighborhoods, shopping opportunities, hospitals, rentals in your price range, and more. Learn more at
panamarelocationtours.com/private-tours

[@calex3028]

His voice, the guitar playing in the background,and the house just make this video so special and relaxing. Thank you sir for sharing your story and experience.

[@bm5906]

Do not gloss over the fact that he lives on a DIRT ROAD! Has that been your retirement dream for the past half century? The roads in Coronado are TERRIBLE! Everybody complains about them. Everyone spends a fortune on their car/truck suspension and brake systems. Take a HARD look at Coronado before moving there!

[@calex3028]

@@bm5906 I'm not really concerned about that personally, as I am not planning to retire in that location etc. I was simply basking in the relaxing sounds of the guitar playing in the background, the calming voice of the speaker, and the house presentation.

[@freeangie11]

the house outfoor is preciuos. I love the hamacks and the greenery. nature is the best thing !❤

[@deltablue4369]

Bob did an awesome job with sharing information. I really enjoyed his interview!!!

[@johannetrudeau6809]

I enjoyed watching this video and Bob points out a lot of differences with the two areas. Being older, I now find the convenience of being closer to a large city like Panama City, as a good thing! But for vacationing, with everything Panama has to offer, it is hard to figure out where to go...too many beautiful places to choose from. Bob's experience in living in Pedasi and Coronado and pointing out the pros and cons is something to seriously consider! Thank you Bob and Relocation Tours for the info! Would love to ask Bob so many other questions!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

I'm glad you enjoyed the information in the video

[@cathymcleod87]

Me too! So much more to ask him

[@susanraenelson8473]

Bob, what a great ambassador your are. Thank you for your thoughts and experiences. I look forward to my visit to Coronado soon.

[@wgarnsey]

I have watched this video several times. Your house with the Casita in Coronado is my dream home. I wonder if six months later you are still happy in your abode? We don't need the fancy gated high-rise, walking distance to the beach and a yard would be my ideal. I also have a step-son we would love to bring with us (for the casita) as he is a remote worker. Again, this video and other convinced me to purchase Jackie's guide. Bravo!

[@ruralrelaxationvideos]

Really nice informative video. I'm a Panamanian living in Europe and I'm strongly considering the idea of coming back. Thank you PRT for another awesome video.

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Glad you enjoyed the video

[@freeangie11]

No reason for living somewhere far from your home country. its amazing!🥰

[@RedroomStudios]

@@freeangie11 generally speaking, money and financial opportunity are reasons why people might leave their home country.

[@patriciadowling9953]

Thanks - I was looking for information about the Coronado area. Good interview

[@anncazares111]

I loved this video. It was very informative. Thanks Bob. And special shout out to PRT & Jackie for making it all reality for us. I’m from Seattle. Ideally nearby the beach & far enough away from the activities for peace and tranquility. Looks like you found your little slice of heaven! Congratulations

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video. Bob did find his slice of paradise.

[@mmaquillan]

Enjoyed having coffee with you, thanks.

[@susanbickersteth2526]

That little guest house would be perfect for me. I am seriously looking into this area.

[@anandazen30]

Excellent video. You make me want to go back to my country sooner than I expect. You are living in a very nice area of the suburbs. Coronado has been for many years one of the best towns for people to spend weekends, the youth party there like nuts. Visit San Carlos, next to Coronado, punta barco, nice beaches in the area. Enjoy the weather and the food!! Enjoy my country 🇵🇦 visit the country side. it’s beautiful

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

You should come back to Panama

[@anandazen30]

@@PanamaRelocationTours soon!!

[@greenacresKingFamilyAdventues]

Which is calmer for kid friendly area on coast family gatherings are one thing but partying is a bit considering

[@suegraves3492]

Thanks for the informative video. I love that you provide so much information for free. My question is how did Bob find this beautiful home for such a reasonable price? I have lived in Boquete and now on Isla Colon (Bocas del Toro) so far in my pensionado adventure, and have been on every Facebook group, every rental website and never see anything that nice fo that price. I’m planning to move to the Coronado area next and am curious. Thanks 🙏

[@holgermessner851]

You should contact the owners if you can directly. And I don’t know if Facebook is the right place for truthful information. I’m in Panama since November 2019. I have met many foreigners where I thought they will not stay in Panama at all. I’m sure we all met people who complain about everything including that Panamanians don’t speak English, why the bus isn’t clean like in the USA, the power is off all the time - and the “it’s all better at home-people “ Last one gave me the “creep” because everything didn’t work - kinda person. If you don’t know how a AC works and start a fight with the owner that it must be replaced because the AC in the USA worked fine - all attempts of the landlord are blocked to check the unit out, complaining that the bus service is reduced because of the pandemic, living here is like hell and on and on. If you even can’t get your bank card PIN in your head - that person made me really worried about what crazy people like to live here. This person moved after 1 month. The person did the same at the new place. The owners happy when the person left after - right - one month because - again it was a living hell - and I am sure - posting it all on Facebook. Watching videos on KZbin doing a tour will not help anyone who things - “it’s ALL BETTER at home” and people in Panama are all stupid. That’s people who give information on Facebook to people who are looking for a better way of life - and scare them off. I’m not on Facebook because Facebook is a disaster. For your rental needs keep in mind that most Airbnb owners renting cheap monthly because they must pay the mortgage payment. If it goes well I move close to Coronado next month too.

[@jamegrabham9992]

What a nice and informative video, thank you Bob and Panama Relocation Tours...I am Canadian and have just retired...I am hoping to experience Coronado shortly...:)

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

You will love the weather in Coronado. There are a lot of Canadians there.

[@jamegrabham9992]

@@PanamaRelocationTours would like help finding a rental for 3 months starting January to experience the area...

[@dennishassler605]

Very nice life style and makes good sense. We go to Mex. each summer and may relo. there. I like the house option instead of the condo option, because it seems more relaxing and offers the experience of becoming part of the community.

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

We agree! There is something for everyone in Panama! you'll find what you are looking for

[@RedroomStudios]

super cool guy.. really enjoyed listening to everything he talked about. he didnt mention if the guest house was being used or if it is for sublease...

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Per terms of his lease, friends or family can stay in the guest house but he is not allowed to sublease it

[@RedroomStudios]

@@PanamaRelocationTours thanks for the reply. my comment was kind of rhetorical, but now we know!

[@roundpaws]

Fantastic video and Bob was a thoughtful, informative speaker. I moved to a Mazatlan last November but I’m not sure it is for me. Coronado area seems more my style. Curious how the costs of rentals have increased since this video. Also curious if his $200 electric bill included the discount from pensionado visa?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

See this current article about costs of living in Coronado, Gorgona, san Carlos and Playa Blanca. panamarelocationtours.com/popular-pacific-coast-towns-costs-of-living

[@frankkeller3037]

One the best videos I've watched. Very, very informative! One question about utilities. You said you only run A/C in your bedroom. How does the rest of the house feel? What temperature does it stay at kn average? I'm rather hot natured.

[@BernardAnderson]

Thank-you for the common sense informative conversation. Very helpful.

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Glad it was helpful!

[@d201120112011]

Hi Bob, What is the freight forwarder name and cost? How much cost for the Panapass Drivers license, visa, Attorney fee, etc? $700 for a large home seems pretty good. What speeds out of Mobile data, Can You do a speed test? I get ONLY 1 MBPS in Rural Texas . Thanks in advance for getting back to us on KZbin if possible. Thanks again for the informative interview!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

We have all that information and much more in the Online Panama Relocation Guide. panamarelocationtours.com/guide

[@ADONAIsays-so]

Sounds and looks very nice!

[@fernlevin4883]

Thank you Bob!! Great information!!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Glad it was helpful!

[@928gto]

congratulations, Bob.

[@dianayates7922]

Excellent information, well done!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Glad it was helpful!

[@longgowhereto]

200 USD a month for electicity seems a lot, 1200 USD for catastrophe healthcare seems okay and would be my choice as well. Bob did this wonderfully - I enjoyed his way very much although his "Pedasi" sounded extremely unspanish - more like pedestrian. I dislike many gringos but Bob I like - no I enjoy. No "you know"! I do not even recall when the last time was I listened to a gringo speaking his own language so nicely. Educated, calm and concentrated. I do no find this in Europa neither anymore. Bob, so you read this, you are the best US embassador I have seen in decades. This was outstanding. Te felicito hermano.

[@fanfare100]

In areas wherein electricity is more expensive because you may be running the air conditioner constantly, if you own your own home, you may consider installing solar.

[@db4858]

Concur, would like to hang out with you when I get back, in final steps of Pensionado, gctrans1 at yawhoo

[@greenacresKingFamilyAdventues]

What lawyers are good probably another subject

[@laurayale369]

What a beautiful home Bob found. Does he rent the casita or would his landlord rent it?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Bob's lease prevents him from leasing the casita.

[@SueMaha21]

Hello Bob, do you plan on renting that Casita for a few months? And how do I get in touch with you? I am from Canada and is looking to visit Coronado during the winter months. thanks, Shari

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Bob's lease agreement says he cannot sublease the casita.

[@robertlehman9411]

Hi From Canada Bob how far from central Pedasi to the closest beach would it be, A long walk or must drive distance & did you see any fishing from the Beach, rocky areas or Coral Reefs close to shore, Any help Thank you

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

2.5 kilometers to the closest beach. It's rocky. Not good for swimming. 21+ kilometers to the nicest beach. Unlike most advertising, Pedasi is NOT a beach town.

[@robertlehman9411]

@@PanamaRelocationTours Hi Bob so you are saying that Pedasi is a rocky shore line about 2.5 Km away from central of Community, that is what a Fishermen like me Looks for ,Possibly , Sand Beach is 21 plus Km away, I am Trying to find a one person Rental Rm for May of this yr & Fishing is my Life Now. I thank you very much & wish you all the Best.

[@franciscusjohannesburger3720]

Thanks for the video !

[@lucillebruff4041]

Very informative appreciate it

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rebecarodriguez1532]

$700.oo for that big house os just wonderful!

[@300rivers7]

You made it sound so good that I want to try it😏

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Come see how you can LIVE BETTER for LESS in Panama!

[@mellwent6155]

please can you do new updated videos of clients who have done their videos 2,3,4 years ago, as so much has changed and some ppl packed up and returned to their home countries due to different aspects, cultures, lifestyles etc. Would be interested to hear what their views are now.

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

@@mellwent6155 Bob is still in the same house in Coronado. He loves living in Panama

[@domingocanate2759]

Thank you!

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

You're welcome!

[@SueMaha21]

Wonderful property, so lush and green. I stayed in Coronado at the Coronado Bay towers for 6 months, very close to where you are, 5 mins walk to Picasso. Enjoyed watching your video.

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Thanks for watching the video. We're glad you enjoyed it!

[@freeangie11]

was the house rented with furniture or is it yours?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

the house was furnished. But he added some additional furniture to make it more liveable

[@mogulrider]

What isn't mentioned is the booming music all day from dusk to dawn. Shakes the windows 2 blocks away. The beach is unwalkable

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

It depends on where you live. Some areas are very tranquilo. Some are party central.

[@marioschweizer1353]

sounds great

[@GratefulHealthCoach]

Glad you stayed. Good comments. I just hope everyone knows by now not to worry about a silly virus. It's all about YOU and your health

[@todd636]

Do you have to give up your US citizenship to live in Panama?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

NO. You do not give up your citizenship to live in Panama.

[@JAZZ14MG]

Great 👍 informational video sir..why is it not possible to fly to Panama on a one way flight in apply for residency and rent for 3-6 months before deciding to buy a condo? I'm a US CITIZEN and my wife and daughter are Filipino citizens who will be moving with me to Panama as a full-time retirement family. Please respond at your earliest convenience or anybody who has this information for me, GBY!

[@carlosherrera9337]

Hi: Jesse : you need to bring proofs or retirement earnings - minimum of $ 1,000 dollars a month - for a family you might need a little more - your FBI criminal record - US passport : best way to do it is hiring a lawyer I know a couple - they charge about $ 1,500.00 dollars. lll for all the paper work ..!!!!

[@JAZZ14MG]

@@carlosherrera9337 thanks 😊 Carlos..is this b4 getting to Panama or after I get there? Hire an attorney for $1,500usd for complete documentation? How long does it usually take Carlos? Thanks for your quick response 👍

[@carlosherrera9337]

@@JAZZ14MG once you get all the papers : Proof of income FBI criminal records Passport : you need to go to Panamà and stay there for 7 working days to give time for the lawyer to present your petition for pensiónado visa : Before going to Panamà if you are here in US. Go to the Panamà embassy close to your location - present all the papers - they can guide you if any extras to comply - then you contact the lawyer and go to Panamà. !!! He’ll take care of the rest. !!!! I know a very good lawyer in Panamà City !!!!

[@JAZZ14MG]

@@carlosherrera9337 awesomeness Carlos 😎 thanks for your quick response 👍 I'm not exactly sure when I will be able to get to Panama but I'll keep you updated 😉 GBY!

[@carlosherrera9337]

@@JAZZ14MG let me know !! I know a couple of good lawyers - two different offices than can guide you with all the paper work needed before going to Panamà. !!! Plan two stay there for at least two weeks to start the process !!!!

[@jlynnburton9718]

Thanks for this video, But it prompted a question for me. Being a single Male what are the odds of a person like myself finding a person like Bob there who has a say 2 bedroom separate house they'd rent to a single person allowing us both to have cheaper rent?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Sometimes you see ads on facebook about a casita to rent on a property.

[@lisadavis9043]

Thank you, very informative! I am just starting my fact finding mission for a possible move to Panama.

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

We have a ton of articles and free information at panamarelocationtours.com/ Subscribe to the newsletter to get info about our weekly conference calls about retiring in Panama The calls are on Saturday!

[@davidwelty9763]

People say Panama is safe, but I can’t tell you how many videos I’ve seen of homes with bars on the windows and razor wire fences. Why go to the hassle and expense of these if it’s safe?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

It's customary in Latin America to have bars on your windows.

[@bm5906]

because ... it is not safe! You WILL be robbed eventually!

[@exploringwithbellanoche1286]

Very nice place bud👍🏿

[@larrythumper1559]

Excellent

[@brucekenworthy6731]

my ssi is 1650 a month i am single do think i could afford to live near rhe beach in coranadp?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

In Coronado, it would be tough to live in $1650 a month (including rent), but if you go a little further west to Playa Blanca, you could live very well on $1650 and still have a ocean view and beaches

[@brucekenworthy6731]

@@PanamaRelocationTours Thankyou!

[@christinec.2376]

hello.. I would love to rent the casita! does it have a kitchen?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Sorry, Bob's lease prevents him from renting the casita to others

[@christinec.2376]

Maybe a small property in the area?🤔😊

[@christinec.2376]

Getting my paperwork in order, for pensionado visa.😊

How much do you need a month to retire there?

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

it depends on where you live and how you live

[@VicTor-gi7so]

how much cash is needed initially. for lawyers etc .10k? 20k? then average monthly for single

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

This article discusses what it costs to move to Panama and ways you can reduce your costs too panamarelocationtours.com/what-does-it-cost-to-move-to-panama

[@egalt4128]

Why have barbwire around your house?

[@garym619]

I had the same question. And that is razor wire too!

[@cynthiaknott1802]

Hmmm. Wonder how much Bob rents his casita for???

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

Bob does not rent his casita. His lease will not allow him to sublease it.

[@greenacresKingFamilyAdventues]

I would to find a rental in your neighborhood

[@PanamaRelocationTours]

There are plenty of rentals available in Coronado

[@TruthInspector]

Why could you not go to the beach for 2 months that's ridiculous