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Franca from Lakeland, FL -

I'm traveling to Panama August 3rd, to see what it's all about. Unfortunately, I was talked out of attending the International Living seminar and plan to be on a fact finding mission by myself. Of course I have a million questions but if anyone with any experience could give me some advice; I would certainly appreciate it. We are considering the move because I care for my elderly father and money won't last forever here in the states. Also, is it better to rent a car or use buses, trains and taxi's?

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Comment #1 Wilbur Corncob from Panama City -

Do you think the International Living Seminar would give you a real look at life in Panama?

Are you looking at moving to Panama City or someplace more rural? I don't think you could compare the two.

If you are in Panama City you can probably live very well without a car. Rural locations is another story.

How did you pick Panama?

Comment #2 Franca from Lakeland, FL -

Well, I guess it just comes down to the fact that it "appears" that Panama would afford me the ability to stay home to care for my dad who has alzheimer's and parkinson's disease. He can't be left alone and putting him in a nursing home would be (at this point)cruel. He would qualify for the benefits Panama offers and if the cost of living is more reasonable, then it might make sense for us. As far as living in Panama City; I'm not sure. I've never been to Panama before, so I really have no idea what I'm getting in to. Do you have any suggestions as to areas I might look at while I'm there? I was really thinking somewhere in the higher elevations, but not Bouquete. I appreciate you writing me back!

Comment #3 Wilbur Corncob from Panama City -

The best suggestion is to go and visit for a while... try to find a short term apt rental rather than a hotel so it will be more like you are living there.

Panama City vs the rest of Panama is probably way different.

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