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Expat Advice: Living in Guabito, Panama

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What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Guabito

How long have you lived there?

one week

What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?

Local bars and restaurants

In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.

Most of the people here are Indian, or Indian Spanish mix, with a few Caribbean blacks, and my. I am the only white Gringo in this little town.

What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?

The only employment here is agriculture and tourism. But tourism encumpases alot like fishing, sight seeing, surfing, diving, Etc. .

If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.

Dont worry be happy. Relax, and enjoy the great climate, and beautiful people. And of course save alot of money with the low cost of living. I rent a two bedroom house for $100.00 per. Mo. (including utilities).

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Schuttzie
Jan 7, 2015 08:39

Wow, $100 per month is very inexpensive! I agree, that people just need to slow down, relax, and learn a new way of life. Be happy!

doniston
Sep 24, 2015 08:29

why is this anon' ? I would like to talk to that person, as I am planning to move to that area or changuinola in the next few weeks. doniston,----dwaldo1929@yahoo.com

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