Travel to Panama 🇵🇦 Best places: Boquete, Coronado, Bocas del Toro, San Blas Islands, El Valle, etc.

[@kurtdadd]

Left the US and moved to Boquete some 9 months ago. Never looked back. No camera can capture the rainbows accurately. My house is up in Jaramillo Centro and my deck has a million $ view of Volcan Baru. During the dry season the bajareque, a mist from the north comes through and I get brilliant rainbows delivered to my doorstep. Saw my first toucan today. Life in the cloud forest. If you have a chance, come visit.

[@beasleyfinds]

Awesome! I was impressed by Panama. Me and the wife are planning on returning. I'll let ya know when we have some dates. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Glad it's going well

[@loriannwulf8697]

Thank you for sharing I ha e the same dream.

[@methods3110]

We get you in fast with GUO Boquete.

[@johnwright3487]

Will be joining you in Aug

[@anncazares111]

Me too! Are you guys on the Panama Relocation Tour??

[@livefrom6286]

Panama Tourism should hire you to make videos. I have watched countless travel videos which almost discourage me from traveling. Your video with maps, directions, travel time, etc. encourages me to travel this area. THANKS! I wish you would make a few for the Philippines!

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks for your excellent comment! Glad to be of some help. Unfortunately I have not been to the Philippines but thinking about doing a couple vids on travel in Puerto Rico next. I'll have to do a little research on the Philippines though. Take care!

[@WalkingWithAlex]

Boquete looks dope. Deserves it’s own video

[@beasleyfinds]

I made one, it's on my Panama Playlist. Check it out if you get a chance.

[@carlamaranho]

This was the best tour info video I've ever seen. Map indications are all I searched for in this kind of videos. Congratulations for such a perfect job.

[@beasleyfinds]

Wow thanks for such a nice comment. I am trying to bring a good value to my viewers and comments like yours keep me motivated- thanks!

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

Cerra Punta Stole my heart!!! I would love to live there.

[@beasleyfinds]

Agreed! I also loved Cerro Punta (and Boquete). Such a great location despite being a bit remote.

[@methods3110]

No tax on foreign income, no death duties, no capital gains tax, GST 7%. 50% cost of living. You can buy 4 de luxe villas in Boquete for the price of a very ordinary house in San Francisco + ultra cheap servants. Excellent cheap medical. By law discounts 20% on all medical + drugs fir seniors, 20% discounts by law on international flights. 40 % week discounts on hotels for seniors. Stunning mountain and beach towns . Low crime. No woke. Many expats speaking English in expat areas. We get you out fast - and in - with GUO Boquete.

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks

[@larrydeckerhoff6521]

Pls could you do a video include Volcan, returning to ramp up our facilities and Coffee Farm, thank you Larry

[@beasleyfinds]

Yes! I'll get to work thanks

[@Elihger_7]

My country 🇵🇦🇵🇦🇵🇦, great content 👍🏾

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks! Can't wait to visit your beautiful country again

[@anandazen30]

You did an awesome job describing each place in Panama 🇵🇦. I keep on watching these videos because I miss my country so much. I get to travel there every 2-3 years . There are a few places I need to visit like San Blas and coiba Island. Congratulations on an excellent video

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks very much for such a great comment. I am really happy they remind you of home. I am doing a trip to San Blas and Bocas in January so I should be putting out some videos on those places in the months to come. Thanks again!

[@gregoriopuro]

Excellent video of Panama's best.. you my friend are very articulate.. you have talent...

[@beasleyfinds]

I really appreciate it! 🙏 Thanks

[@artemis_gentile]

Playa las lajas is BEAUTIFUL ❤

[@beasleyfinds]

Nice 🌅

[@drmaureenmurphy]

easy to watch/listen to these videos! it sounds like a Chicago accent? I like the flow of information!

[@beasleyfinds]

Why thank you! It is a NY-moved- to- NJ- for- work-accent 🙂

[@joelmadrid2193]

"PANAMA RELO CATION TOURS! WITH JACKIE!🙋😊👍❤👈"

[@beasleyfinds]

Hello 👋

[@stacilindblad1854]

No.

[@ElizabethSmith-ui5ts]

Great video ! Retiring here in September….can’t wait !🙋‍♀️😃

[@beasleyfinds]

Excellent! Let me know how it goes 😊

[@ken1769]

Love the video...im from iceberg ally Newfoundland but I had a special friend from david panama..her name was lely ...miss her so much and can't seem to find her anywhere.....take care and thanks for sharing

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks for the words. Hopefully you will find your friend! Best wishes.

[@terryparish7133]

Very good information

[@beasleyfinds]

Thank you 🙏

[@davidsiemer7578]

Excellent commentary- my wife and I are looking at Boquete for our retirement in a few years

[@beasleyfinds]

Thank you David. I am putting together a video focused on Boquete. Hopefully it will be helpful to you if you plan a visit. It should be up after my wife and I return from our trip to Peru in a few weeks.

[@dwayneenpanama6966]

I live 20 minutes from Boquete and never go there, drive to David instead. Stay away from expensive expat bubbles. everything is 4x more there.

[@alipainting]

I was in Boqete during the flower festival, but the loud music went on till 4 am, so be aware. Also, the downtown wasn't particularly nice to walk around. Plus plus cold for me at night. I couldn't wait to leave and take a shuttle to Santa Catalina which was paradise, especially the trip to Coiba National Park. A memorable time.

[@beasleyfinds]

I loved Boquete. Especially the cool air. Different strokes for different folks.

[@debrapace3595]

would love a Boquete video

[@beasleyfinds]

I did make one, check it out 🙂

[@MrCox2121]

Love Panama. I was stationed there late 80s-early 90s. My wife is Panamanian. We are headed down this summer for the first time in several years. You failed to mention that it is a fisherman's paradise. Bass in the canal and Corvina in the Pacific. The Caribbean side offers great diving opportunities.

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks for your service Frank. I was in Navy from 02-07. Agreed about the fishing and I am an angler so I should have mentioned it. Thinking of doing a video on the flora and fauna of Panama, so that would be a good place to talk about the fishes. Enjoy the trip with your wife!

[@MrCox2121]

@beasleyfinds Thank you for your service. Great video. I am entertaining moving to Panama. Loved the culture and people. These videos just wet the appetite. Between Fishing, Diving and the Beach never once did the same thing two weekends in a row.

[@beasleyfinds]

That's excellent Frank. Good stuff. Enjoy your trip this summer. Let me know if I can make a video on a particular subject to help you with your decision.

[@alfenito]

The El Valle volcano is NOT extinct. It is DORMANT. Big difference.

[@beasleyfinds]

Prove it

[@alfenito]

@@beasleyfinds Visit the Aguas Termales for your proof.

[@beasleyfinds]

That might be proof haha. I actually studied geology in school, but if I said extinct and it's actually dormant, I stand corrected. But only us nerds give a damn 🤓

[@alfenito]

@@beasleyfinds Fellow scientist here. Hence my pedantry. LOL. I happen to live in EV, so it matters to me if it's extinct or dormant. Haha. Nice vids, btw.

[@beasleyfinds]

Good to meet you! I would want to know if it's extinct or not as well.. but obviously still some activity in the area with the hot springs. Be safe my friend!

[@TheAmericanVagabond]

Catch a 🛩 Mexico - SouthAmerica - SouthEastAsia or Europe & start the adventure of a lifetime!

[@beasleyfinds]

Definitely! Have not been to Southeast Asia yet, but soon 🤞

[@ytmloco]

Thanks! Plknning a trip to Central America and waned to learn more about travel in Panama.

[@beasleyfinds]

You're welcome buddy. Wish you the best on your trip.

[@ytmloco]

@@beasleyfinds Really enjoyed their video. Most of the trips to Panama I have encountered were folks on boats exploring the country on their way through the canal. It was great to here the impressions of a more terrestrial traveler. Mahalo!

[@beasleyfinds]

Ahh yes, it was a breeze driving in Panama. The Va & Ven convenience stores are highly recommended- spotless bathrooms. Traveling by boat is always a pleasure too. I was a sailor in another life. Mahalo back at ya. Be well. ✌️

[@gvbalajee]

Perfect country

[@beasleyfinds]

Oh yeah!

[@JayCo-]

Amazing video. Would love to see more of these on Panama

[@beasleyfinds]

Working on another one now!

[@Pattybluehayes]

What a great video! I’m lucky to live in El Valle ☺️ it’s a lush paradise.

[@beasleyfinds]

Excellent! I'm glad you liked it. Thinking of doing a Panama vs Portugal video next. Both are great but very different so maybe worth a look

[@Pattybluehayes]

@@beasleyfinds I would like to spend some time in Portugal ☺️ I was there many years ago.

[@beasleyfinds]

Same here. I was in the Azores when I was in the Navy. Hope you get to go!

[@heidirudolph6861]

Hi Patty, is there a way to contact you privately for some advice ?

[@glenntucker69]

Patty, you must certainly know me godmother Maritza Diez de Morales married to Chebo Morales. Also, my godfather, Carlos Alfreso Saint Malo and his wife Maui Vallarino de Saint Malo - "Millionaires Road" in El Valle.

[@bartonofarrell3920]

Really enjoyed the video.

[@beasleyfinds]

Great! Working on a Boquete Panama video next. Should be up after our trip to Perú.

[@patriciadowling9953]

Very informative! I loved your video . Thanks for making it.

[@beasleyfinds]

I'm so glad. More to follow soon :)

[@fredcliu]

Compare the two cities backed with numbers. Thumb up.

[@beasleyfinds]

If you are referring to Panama City and David I already kinda sorta did that in my last Panama video. Thanks for the thumbs up!

[@anthonydisalvo7645]

Thanks for sharing your experience with me I really appreciate it very much so 💗

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks! Don't forget to subscribe 😬

[@rubyaroza890]

Dream country

[@beasleyfinds]

Indeed

[@glenntucker69]

P.S. - Definitely make a Boquete video and do dine at the Panamonte Motel. If Chef Charlie Collins is still alive and kicking, he will undoubtedly be happy to prepare you the best trout you can get in Panama. Feliz 3 de noviembre - Independencia de Panama de Colombia!!!!!!

[@beasleyfinds]

Hey Glenn. I just uploaded the Boquete video 4 days ago. Check it out and subscribe :) Hopefully I get to check out that restaurant. I do love trout!

[@johnwright3487]

Been there, done that and loved it.

[@zhadeenjhun]

beautiful places.. watching fr Alberta Canada..:)

[@beasleyfinds]

Always good to hear from my Canadian friends. Thanks for watching!

[@randyreynolds1045]

Very nice place ❤

[@beasleyfinds]

Sure is

[@nickchoppe5982]

Heading there for two weeks in July very helpful video that help me sort out my itinerary thanks!

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks for the feedback. Really means a lot. Best of luck on your journey!

[@nickchoppe5982]

@@beasleyfinds keep up with the content I’m sure the views will come!

[@beasleyfinds]

@@nickchoppe5982 Appreciate the support. Heading to Peru for 3 weeks so should have some great content in the pipeline

[@mividaenblogs9226]

Wow! Nice for you, am from Panama, so just be carefull not going alone to montains, take a guide tour with people

[@marcd1981]

Thank you for the video, and Happy New Year's Eve! My wife and I are planning a Panama visit this coming Spring, as we are also planning to retire there. In our research so far, we have heard about the Expat areas in Boquete, David and Volcan. One of the things not mentioned about Boquete is the amount of rain they get. I messaged with a gentleman that lived in Boquete for 18 months (he now lives in Panama City), and he told me it rains most of the year there. So, if you are not someone that is into rainy weather, you probably will not like that area of Panama.

[@beasleyfinds]

Happy New Year! In my video Why are Americans Moving to Panama I discuss the rainy weather and my perspective on it. I'm from the NE USA and my feeling is that I'd rather deal with the rain than the snow as I get older and I don't mind all the fresh flowers it brings. Definitely have to live it for a while and see if it's right for you. I'd never recommend anyone to make a huge upfront commitment to a single place. Hopefully you find the sweet spot and have great success in 2023. Best of luck!

[@marcd1981]

@@beasleyfinds I just pulled up the video you are talking about for why North Americans are moving to Panama, going to watch it now. I'm also originally from NE and do not miss winter there at all! Thanks for the best wishes, I'll come back to your channel after our visit to let you know what we found, Happy New Year!

[@maryevans7406]

Booked tour for next April. Visited Panama Canal on my own in April this year. Wish I had watched more videos! Really learned a lot from yours. Want to retire and trying to decide on area, climate, cost of living!

[@beasleyfinds]

I'm glad to hear you got some info from the video and I bet you are excited for your retirement. I am working on a Top 5 Panama retirement video. Keep an eye out. Good luck with things!

[@paulbrungardt9823]

Well Done !

[@beasleyfinds]

Why thank you!

[@jonathanfletcher7833]

You really planned an amazing trip to Panama! Kudos to you and your wife. What does a trip like this cost?

[@beasleyfinds]

Thank you very much. The airfare was around $1k maybe a little less. Plus around $1.5k lodging for 10 nights. We stayed in nice places. And another $1k food and entertainment. We ate at nice restaurants. $0.5k for the car. $4k total plus or minus $0.5k.

[@glennr9913]

@@beasleyfinds I'd like to rent a car next time we visit Panama. Can you offer any tips about renting a car there?

[@tonirusso4112]

HI! If you haven't already made the video you mentioned about the many things to do in Boquete, I'd love it if you do. I'm subscribing now so I can see if you already have. Thanks for a super video! Take care!!

[@beasleyfinds]

I am working on another Panama video but not Boquete things to do. This is the second request for a things to do video so maybe I better make one! Stay tuned :)

[@albuquerqueturkey1567]

I haeard the Temp in Boqueta is around the 70s all year? I would love that! I Hate heat waves 🤮 🤮

[@beasleyfinds]

You heard correct.. during the day, cooler at night. Rainy season is the only real change.

[@albuquerqueturkey1567]

@@beasleyfinds would you ever want to move down to Panama 🇵🇦

[@beasleyfinds]

@@albuquerqueturkey1567 of course!

[@chrisventer3060]

Great tour😊😊😊😊❤

[@beasleyfinds]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@coreymadigin3367]

`great video, i miss and think of panama daily!! its a must go, Panama is one of the coolest countries in world!! one area that is pretty amazing is Santa Catalina, its is a small town with amazing people and great diving and restaurants. side Note in Bocas del Toro - ONLY take registered water taxis especially at night, my friend and made a poor judgment call and hopped into a 'Taxi" out side one of the local bars and he then stopped in the middle of the water in the dark and gave us an ultimatum, give him all our money or swim, it was an easy decision. there is water taxi stations with actual water taxi's, please use them!!

[@beasleyfinds]

Woww that is quite a story but I agree ya gotta be safe in Bocas. I've never made it to Santa Catalina but it looks great on paper. Hopefully soon 🤞

[@ladyleo1452]

Your video has been the best Ive seen. I've been looking at Panama almost 2 yrs Please do another on David. Also I would love to see some rental homes. I'm retired so I need a affordable place to live

[@beasleyfinds]

Hey, I really appreciate your comment. I could probably put something together for you but it's going to take me a while because it requires a lot of research and I still have a day job- for now. Hoping to retire soon 😎 In the meantime look out for my next video on Crime in Panama vs USA

[@glenntucker69]

CORRECTION. Panama's narrowest point is about 50 miles wide...where the USA built the Panama Canal. Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks for watching. I see conflicting information regarding narrowest point. Some sources (that seem credible) say about 50 km (not miles) and others (admittedly) do say 50 miles. For my purposes, I measured using Google Earth and got about 60 km (~37 miles) as the crow flies. I guess it depends on how you measure things and whether you're flying or driving. In either case, it's pretty damn narrow! Thanks for your comment! -Beasley

[@glenntucker69]

@@beasleyfinds I stand corrected. You are absolutely correct. My Dad (rip) who was an Airborne Ranger in WW2 in the Battle of the Bulge always used that expression (as the crow flies). The shortest distance across the isthmus is about 30 miles (50 km), from the mouth of the Nergalá (Necategua) River, which flows into the Gulf of San Blas on the Caribbean shore, to the mouth of the Chepo River on the Pacific coast. Nearly as narrow is the portion of the isthmus traversed by the Panama Canal.

[@beasleyfinds]

I appreciate when people check my information. Helps keep me honest! Your Dad is a hero in my books and my dad also used that expression though his war was Vietnam and mine was Iraq and Afghanistan. Thanks for watching the videos. Please subscribe and stay tuned for a series about Portugal if you're interested.

[@marcd1981]

@@beasleyfinds My wife and I would definitely like to see information about Portugal. Panama is our first retirement choice, but we realize we have to live there for a bit to see if it will work out. We have heard many good things about Portugal and have friends who will be visiting there next year.

[@beasleyfinds]

@@marcd1981 excellent, a Panama vs Portugal video is forthcoming

[@ghostlydoger]

love this!

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks little duuude

[@adventureawaits5003]

Awesome video

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks. Just getting started on the channel. On the tarmac now for Perú, so that's gonna be the next bit of content.

[@lolitagalstian5427]

Planning to be in Panama in August. Do you think we can accomplish all this in 7 days? Thank you.

[@beasleyfinds]

That would be very ambitious in 7 days. I don't think you could do San Blas on top of everything else. You'd have to choose between San Blas or Bocas del Toro.

[@knighttrider]

Man they love those masks over there geez

[@beasleyfinds]

Ha

[@anthonydisalvo7645]

I really like the know about how do I access my retirement income from here in California because I'm trying to move to Panama soon someday

[@beasleyfinds]

Your retirement funds will go to your US bank account. Your credit cards will work as usual in Panama and you can withdraw cash up to your banks daily limit. You can also apply for residency and open a Panama bank account. You can also have money sent by international wire transfer. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@etroge]

Coiba Calovebora Isla escudo de Veraguas

[@beasleyfinds]

Ok thanks

[@JayCo-]

What is the best way to travel? My wife's family is from there and warn about the police and buses

[@beasleyfinds]

Car is fine. Planes are faster. You have Albrook airport for local hops.

[@nonarainer8926]

👍

[@beasleyfinds]

Thanks

[@abdullahtarifa1616]

Salam Hi

[@beasleyfinds]

Hello sir

[@fpanadero2626]

German Villa Alejandro ---> Take off your shoes dammit!

[@beasleyfinds]

I know exactly what you mean! Haha

[@gregoriousgotti5115]

🇵🇦🌎

[@beasleyfinds]

Beautiful country 🇵🇦

[@sadhanakattyar5814]

,,,,

[@beasleyfinds]

🧐

[@chrislovell7448]

click bait, I was expecting more chest shots

[@beasleyfinds]

Whaaaa? Lol

[@heidiroy-boy]

Masks ?

[@beasleyfinds]

🎭