23 Surprising Reasons Why you might rethink moving | The Cons of Living in Panama
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- Опубликовано: 22 авг 2024
- Thinking of moving to Panama? Before you pack your bags, let’s dive into 23 reasons why Panama might not be the paradise you’re imagining. From unexpected challenges to cultural adjustments, this video will give you a comprehensive look at what life in Panama can really be like. Make sure to watch until the end to make an informed decision about your potential move! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tips on living abroad
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THE MOST ACCURATE video yet regarding Panama. GREAT JOB! I have watched many videos and I often wonder if what is being explained is really their reality, or just "great content." You hit all 23 reasons on the nail. I wished there were more videos like this prior to my family and I getting our residencies in Panama. Panama can me a great place to live, but you definitely have to pack your patience with many of your 23 reasons. Just found your channel. LOVE it!
I totally understand and it’s no way to know everything about a place before you come but just know that things will probably not be what you are used too, and also remember you are not a tree and you can relocate if the place is not working out for you. Wishing you and your family the best and thanks for watching!
#replay You always talk about the things that matter to us. Thank you for keeping it 💯🙌🏾
thanks so much for watching!
I really appreciate your videos, you give a real balanced view of the area, I so appreciate you for this.
Thanks so much for watching!
Thanks for the information. I was born in Panama and moved to NYC at the age of 10. I am now in my 60s. Some of the things you said take me back. Thanks again.
you are welcome
Thanks Mary for keeping it 100!Real!
you are welcome!
Iam looking to retire other than the states and will be in Panama on the 3rd of August. This was an excellent video for my first trip to Panama. Very well thought out. New subscriber!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching and subscribing! I have many helpful videos regarding Panama!
@@Marysseasonedexpatlife I love your videos. I have been watching
Also, Mary I have been in Costa Rica for a month and have experienced many of the cons on your list also.
Yes some of these countries have many similar issues
Private trash collection and recycling sounds like huge business opportunities
I definitely agree
Hi, Mary, you may want to update the video to include these issues, if applicable to Panama: U can not flush toilet paper down the toilet. That's huge for us coming from the US. I first experienced this in Costa Rica. I also didn’t have a "hot" or even "warm" shower the entire month I was there, Lastly, my clothes had to be line dried. They didn't use clothes dryers. My underwear was hard and crunchy when initially putting them on. That was an experience. Thx.
Thanks for the additional points. I can adjust to many, many changes, but not being able to flush tissue down the toilet is NOT one of them. Where the heck are you putting the ‘soiled’ 🤢tissue? This is a hygiene issue for me. But that’s just me….
Not true at all. Maybe in apartment buildings. In Long Island, NY, you cannot flush the toilet down the toilet even in your own house. You can, but you will have to replace the cesspool more often. In Long Island there is not sewage processing plant so you have to have a cesspool in the ground somewhere in your property.
We now moved to SC where we do have a sewage plant but guess what? the price for water is "a lot" higher.
In a trash bin. @@broady2
@@firewine It depends on where you live. I am Panamanian now living in the US. We never had/have a trash bin in the bathroom in Panama. Ever.
Because there is city sewage. Same as in the US. But again, it depends on where you live. When we were looking for a house in SC. We passed on all the ones that had Septic Tanks. In SC most houses have septic tanks, in NY they have cesspools. Look up the difference on what they do but same concept. Depends on the type of soil. Clay (sc) vs sandy (Long Island, NY).
thanks for watching, I have not experienced any of these things in the city, but maybe if you go to a rural area with a public toilet, you may not be able to flush the tissue, but not everyday life here in Panama
Great information there is good and bad everywhere! Honesty
Absolutely! thanks for watching
Audio isn't synced.
Thanks for pointing out the obvious if you listen carefully I explain why in the video. The most important thing is the message! Thanks for watching
Visited last week and came to the realization that Panama is definitely not the place for me.
Can you say why you changed your mind?
I’m glad you said that. I was there about two weeks ago. If it wasn’t for my son being with me I would not have survived. My Spanish was not sufficient but my son’s was adequate enough. Fumbling around with the language app was not convenient. The traffic and the way people drive there kept me in a panic. Beautiful country though.
I definitely understand Panama is not for everyone, I often say is my right now place
I definitely understand
Folks gotta learn Spanish to navigate Panama 🇵🇦.
You mean if I go to China, I need to learn Chinese?
it definitely helps
Why don't you just suggest folks come over for a 2 week vacation so they can see the country first hand. Most of the issue you describe are present in many US cities
you must be new here, there is an entire scouting video!
Superb video!👏🏾 👏🏾
Thank you for sharing.
you are welcome
Great video about the cons of living in Panama. Can you make a live in an Uber to see just how crazy the traffic is? That would be very interesting.
thanks for watching and no sir this is not a video game lol
@@Marysseasonedexpatlife 😂
Thanks Mary. Hope to neet you on my next trip
you are welcome
Thank you.
You're welcome!
Thank you❤
you are welcome thanks for watching
I'm not confident that I could learn Spanish. It's a difficult language to learn.😢
You could learn the basics
Thanks for making this video! How long would you suggest one stay to get a good feel of the country?
Depends on what you are trying to accomplish, take a look at my scouting video
The fish man found his calling
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When you get down to the brass tacks like you've put it, it is for sure worthwhile to think long and hard about the polar opposite lifestyle, particularly compared to SOME USA standards. Like everyone says, come visit a while before jumping into a relocation, but then there's those recurring thoughts of discounts & special consideration for Jubilados. Who can resist? Most expats on the channel have the same opinions as you, then you've got others selling the hell out of Panama like they getting paid, I'm feeling a twinge of damned if you do or damned if you don't. Almost comical.
That’s why you gotta come see for yourself, some folks love it and others don’t, you definitely shouldn’t move abroad expecting USA standards that’s just setting yourself up to be disappointed. I get it I totally understand your point!
Mary, I just saw a video with u and two other expat ladies where you mention racism. I've researched Panama for months and am in several Panama expat groups, and racism was never mentioned. I'll be there in a couple of weeks and will see what it's all about. I guess u need to add racism to the list of cons.
Is there any country you won't find racism?
In Panamá we have a large amount of black population in Colón, Atlantic side. That has nevera been an issue for us. They are citizens with all rights... In US they can be beaten and killed just for passing a red light. But if you choose there, then easy... just stay in your country and believe me no one is going to miss you here. PEACE❤
@reneesanchezmiranda8588 I believe the lady in that video was talking about the neighbors in her luxury building in an exclusive neighborhood. Many of them may not even be Panamanians. The other ladies said they never experienced anything remotely similar to the racism in the States. Anyway, she was basing her observations on assumptions, rather than facts. No one has called her any slurs or denied her right to live wherever she feels like. It's a trauma some people have and it's very sad, but understandable, given the state of race relations where they come from.
@@guillermogouldburn763 Got it! Too sad. We have an entire Province, COLON, which is full of black people whose ancestors came from the Caribbean Islands to built the Panama Canal. So, how can we be racist if they put their own blood to be part of our country. Welcome to all visitors and retirees.
What's with the vitriol??? It was a legitimate concern after seeing the video. Glad ur not part of the welcoming committee.@reneesanchezmiranda8588
Not very friendly to handicapped in WHEELCHAIR !
Very true!
Waoo ..long time I don't watch your vlogs...You look diferent...soo young..and your hair soo beautiful
Welcome back and thanks for watching
Thank you Mary.I've been there once and since then my wife died.I still feel it's better than having your ass mowed down by pathological devils in history.i appreciate you Mary keeping it 100❤ excellent contact.how can I be in contact like to subscribe.inshallah.
There is something wrong with the video. Your voice and lip movement are not the same.
@@cl2385 did you hear my explanation?? . The most important thing is the message, thanks for watching!
Mary Mary SMH
thanks for watching, can't please everyone
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