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We speak very little Spanish. My husband speaks more than I. We are learning every day and getting along so far.
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Not very. Very similar to living in Hawaii.
Not really. Normal frustrations with government red tape that most of us experience no matter what country we are in. Striking difference in the two Altos del Maria stories. We just moved here a couple of months ago to a condo on the beach in the Coronado/Gorgona area. We started researching Panama in 2012 when we first got the idea to retire here one day. On each trip we stayed longer and longer. We traversed the isthmus the first time, staying in different locations for a few days each that we thought we might like. Best thing we ever did. On one trip we stayed half the time in PC and half the time in what turned out to be our now home. We met locals and expats along the way and developed contacts we felt we could trust to give us referrals on banks, attorneys, all the ins and outs. Invaluable. Our transition, when we finally made it, was quite smooth and we have had no surprises and very few challenges. Our language skills are limited but we are learning every day. Getting along fine and feel blessed that we are able to retire with no change in life style on our limited fixed income.
What we have enjoyed most so far is the beauty we have found in our exploration of the country, the friendliness of the people who so graciously help us out and the opportunity to learn a different culture. They do not think as Americans think and it is refreshing and interesting to learn their perspectives and mindset.
The food. The appreciation for and enjoyment of everyday life and family. They are not as driven by the dollar as people in the USA. Their many celebrations and traditions and their enjoyment of them.
Learning Spanish.
One comment...locals are not servants. They are not here to do your bidding. We are guests in their country. Whether you hire a mechanic, lawyer, doctor, housekeeper, landscaper, etc. You are hiring their services period. Pay them according to the value of their work like you would anyone else, and if you want to invite them in to eat or for cultural exchange, do so. Anything else is arrogant, rude and shows no class. We expats are not the end all, be all. If you want things to run the same as they do in your country, stay there. Do not come here. That is my two cents.
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Nueva Gorgona, Panama: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Nueva Gorgona
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Expats and global nomads in Nueva Gorgona share their experiences with health insurance, healthcare in Panama, local hospitals and specialists, quality of medical care and more.
Expats offer advice about everything you need to know before moving to Nueva Gorgona: what to bring (and what to leave behind), how to find housing and more.
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats and digital nomads have to say about the pros and cons of living in Nueva Gorgona, Panama.
Rental listings in Nueva Gorgona. Plus, advice about renting and buying real estate in Nueva Gorgona
Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Nueva Gorgona, Panama.
Expats talk about what it's like living in Nueva Gorgona, Panama: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What Newcomers to Nueva Gorgona Should Know
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Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Nueva Gorgona.
An expat talks about moving to Nueva Gorgona and advises newcomers to rent before buying so that you can move if you don't end up liking the neighborhood. We couldn't agree more with this advice!
An expat in Nueva Gorgona, Panama talks about health care services, health insurance, the cost of prescription meds, English-speaking doctors in Panama and more.
An expat retired in Nueva Gorgona, Panama wrote an extensive report about her experiences there. Everything from cost of living, housing, safety, how it feels to retire abroad, transportation and more are covered. A definite must read for anyone considering retiring in Panama!
An expat living in Nueva Gorgona loves that people in Panama appreciate everyday life and family, loves the local food and celebrations and traditions.
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