Martin Crooke
MemberEnglish expat in the Bahamas
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English
Lives in Nassau, New Providence
Speaks English, basic Spanish
Registration: 30 July 2010
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Traffic in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Panama, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Don't get me started talking about the traffic!!! Nov/Dec worst months. Some offices let you come in early and go home early which helps. I live over the bridge in Panama Pacifico. Start work at 8. Try to leave by 7am which means I'm ... Read More
Buying a home in Panama near the beach and town by Charlie Scribner
I'm interested in buying a home in Panama near the beach and town. Do you want to help me get started? Charlie
I work in Construction and Real Estate and have lived in Panama for over 8 years. I have developed beachfront communities and built private houses, amongst other things, and been all over Panama looking at land/developments....often helping foreign ... Read More
Pets in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Panama have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Panama? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
We have 5 rescued dogs in Panama. 2 we brought from The Bahamas air cargo and the rest we adopted in Panama after fostering them. My wife and I rescue cats and dogs here in Panama as part of a well organised charity called "Pro Vida Animales ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Panama is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Panama? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
I've lived here for 8 years now in Panama City, but travelled all over and spent a lot of time (travelling there and staying) down in the Azueros Peninsula, Pedasi. I will talk about weather at or close to sea level. Year round weather is ... Read More
The other side of the Panamanian postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
I would say, no matter what anyone says or would like to think, that you need to learn to speak Spanish and immerse yourself in the countries culture whenever possible. You won't make lasting, real friendships without doing this. Don't try to live ... Read More
Where on the Pacific coast is the best to live? by G from Alaska
Hi all, My husband and I are thinking of choosing Panama as our retirement home. We are excited about this and look foreword to visiting possibly in December to check it out. I like Pedasi but don't know much about it. Can anyone out there help? ...
Hi Georgia I'm managing a gated beachfront community in Pedasi...it's really great, we're selling well and have 5 beautiful homes so far almost finished with at least 6 more starting this year...many construction pics on our website. We are on Playa ... Read More
To live in Florida or Panama..... by 2caldero
I am 40 yrs old, ready to retire (next year), currently live in Seattle, and am planning on moving to Boquete, Panama. However, my family wants me to move to Florida to be around them. Now, here is my delimma... I LOVE to fish. I already have ...
Ok, lets clear something up immediately...there's way too many people already fishing in Florida...so you might aswell just call it 'drinking' there. Get away from the crowds and move to Pedasi/Azueros Peninsula...it's not called the "tuna coast" ... Read More
Newbie - Very Interested in living in Panama by castlewynd
Howdy! From the Texas Hill Country. My husband is semi semi retired and will be getting his social security soon he will be 61 in Nov. I am 14 years younger and have been running our family business for the last 14 years and we are both burned out ...
I would agree wholeheartedly with 'panamacoastproperty'...and when you visit got to the Azueros Peninsula for sure...it rocks! :) Read More
Health insurance by henrick
can anyone suggest a good health medical insurance for a family moving to Panama for 1-2 years?
Hey Henrick Yes, I just got 'Ancon' quoted for me and my wife after some research and advice from locals here who I know and have the same policy....about $70 per month for very good local coverage. Cheers Read More
Yet another newbie by Jane17
Hello everyone, Been living in Panama City for just over 5 weeks now with my husband and three young children. My husband is working on the project to expand the Panama Canal. It is a very exciting time for us and we just love it here!
Welcome to Panama Jane! Hope the kids are settling in well too. There's plenty to see and do here...my advice (for what it's worth as a travelling 6 year expat now) is....take advantage of the weekends and visit places...drag hubby away from work if ... Read More
Relocating by APAT
Hello Everyone, I just became a member. My husband and I plan on retiring next year and Panama is on our list. We now live in the US and it is time to decide where we want to spend the "second half" of our lives. I look forward to conversing with ...
Hi Apat I too can extol the fine virtues of living in Panama...and it is as they say the pensioners paradise! :) It's really a great place, having moved here a year ago I'm not disappointed yet...safe, cheap to live (in certain areas), great roads, ... Read More
Wanting to move to Panama or Costa Rica: Need help deciding by gnixon55
moving to Panama or Costa Rica We are Canadians who are tired of the cold winters. We want to move to either Panama or Costa Rica in about 1 year. We have only been to Bocas del Toro so far and plan to go check out CR and the David area this ...
why would you want to live in the mountains where its wet and damp all the time :) you need to travel around Panama more and visit the coastal areas...especially Azueros Peninsula...its dryer and warmer and lovely! good luck! Read More
I moved to Panama from UK, am now developing houses here and love it! by MGC
Hi All! I moved to Panama a year ago after living in Trinidad, Grand Cayman, Bahamas and US and am originally from UK. I am now married to a Panamanian and am managing a luxury gated beachfront development in Pedasi (Azueros Peninsula). I'd love to ...
Hi and thanks FeeAcer. Hi Steve.... Yes it is...amenities don't come cheap I'm afraid, nor great design, turn key houses etc. Yes insurance is about that for 'local coverage'. Yes easily - but it depends on the area - Panama City is not cheap, nor ... Read More
can anyone recommend dentists in Panama City? by syncomm1
We spent a very memorable time in Panama recently and plan to come back for some much needed dental work. Would any readers be able to recommend any dentists in Panama City? I would like to contact those who speak English and preferably have had ...
Yes I can highly recommend ours in San Francisco (on Calle 74 between Via Porras and Calle 50) - really sorry but can't remember the name, but if you drive down the 1 way street of Calle 74 it's on the left hand side just past 'Metropolitan 1' and ... Read More
Reading or Bristol ? or else ? by sergiogove
Ok ... let me just say it ... I'm moving to England !!!! and I'm so excited :) I'll be moving in early January. Right now I'm researching cities to shortlist a couple to go visit in October before taking the final decision on where to live and ...
No question....move to Bristol. I went to University in Reading and worked in Bristol. Bristol, is cool, has a great music scene, bars etc...plus they have lots of creative companies including Aardman Animations that did Wallace and Gromit animated ... Read More