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Lorna Culnane

@LornaCulnane

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English looking for information about Panama

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English

Lives in El Espino

Speaks English and some Spanish

Registration: 04 January 2013

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Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Dealing with homesickness in Panama by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being an expat in Panama can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...

Lorna Culnane

I love Panama, the people and the lifestyle so I don't get homesick for England... what I do get homesick for is my Family and friends... don't get me wrong, I have made a ton of new and lovely friends, but that does not stop me from missing ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
8 years ago
Panama Dweller

Has anyone used a Building Inspector before buying a Property? by Panama Dweller

We are in the process of purchasing a B&B and would like to know if anyone has used a building inspector before purchasing a property. We are currently in Canada and can come down for an inspection but would need to know if this is a normal ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there It is not the norm here in Panama, but i have used a guy for a building inspection and an architect from the city, they both did a great job but worked in completely different ways... i would say the architect did a really thorough ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
9 years ago
KarienG

Considering moving to Panama please advise by KarienG

I am considering moving to Panama either opening a tattoo studio or perhaps Mexican Restaurant. Would prefer not to live in Panama City. Would really appreciate any advise from others on this forum. Thanks!

Lorna Culnane

Hi Wow! That would be super cool and you would do really well! There are places in the city to get tattoos but I don't think there is anything near us at the beaches... Where are you coming from? Have you been here before? What would you ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
super833

business start up by super833

any one know the in and out of starting up a business in panama?

Lorna Culnane

I now work for Try Panama Real Estate, but I have also worked for Panama Road Runner (Secure Transport) and I have my own business as a Hypnotherapist and Reiki Practitioner. My Husband is an Independent advisor for St James International, ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
super833

business start up by super833

any one know the in and out of starting up a business in panama?

Lorna Culnane

No problem :-) I know what it is like...there are so many questions that need answering! Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Panama by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Panama? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Panama? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...

Lorna Culnane

Purplebox...what is nice but useless? and what do you mean by computer illiteracy? I'm sorry but I am not sure what you are referring to! Regards Lorna Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
gapman

British Expats in Panama by gapman

Hi guys, I am currently helping to produce a new primetime documentary series for Channel 4 in the UK about British couples and families who have quit the rat race and moved to live in remote places across the world. They may have purchased their ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there My Husband and I moved here in February from the UK with our 11 year old son after my Husband was made redundant 4 times in 4 years! We have chosen to buy a plot of land and build a home...something that is completely new to us...to top ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there I live and work in and around Coronado...if you are here at the moment message me and we can catch up for a drink! My Husband and I are not yet retired and spent a couple of years researching Panama before taking the plunge last February, ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there There is such a great variety of options here in Panama, Come and take a look round, don't limit yourself to just one area and take the time to check out as many places as you can! Lx Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there I moved here in Feb 2014 with my Husband and 11 year old son. There is a good choice of international schools and there seems to be an influx of younger people coming to Panama to work who have young families. I would definitely ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there Everyone always assumes you have to go to Boquete or similar to get the cooler climates, actually there are other areas such as El Valle de Anton and Altos Del Maria which are both only an hour away from Panama City, 30 minutes from the ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi there I moved to Panama in February this year, many people gave me help and advice before I came so it is only natural that I pass on helpful info in return! Panama is not for everyone, and I am happy to answer any questions you may have, feel ... Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Panama by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Panama? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Panama? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...

Lorna Culnane

Hi Ok, sorry, I was not sure, but I had noticed other people had attached links so I assumed it was ok....Will add info to the directory! Thank you! Lx Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
bekerst

as a bristish would I need a visa to in migrating to panama? by bekerst

I would like to go and live. In Panama do I need visa as a Bristish resident?

Lorna Culnane

I think you will find that Panama is more advanced than ecuador! Read More

Lorna Culnane
LornaCulnane replied to a thread
10 years ago
super833

business start up by super833

any one know the in and out of starting up a business in panama?

Lorna Culnane

Hi Not so sure about that, they have their own yellow cabs and if you start up a mini bus/taxi service you have to be registered and i believe there is a quite high cost involved in that. Lx Read More