The Pros and Cons of Moving to Panama
When you are moving to Panama, there is one international mover to do the job right – IntlMOVE.
IntlMOVE will ship all of your household goods and furniture to your new home in Panama to help you get settled.
If you are still in the process of making a decision on whether or not to move Panama, IntlMOVE has put together a list of pros and cons to help you decide on your international move.
There are many benefits to making an international move, so get ready for a great experience.
Pros
When you are planning a move to Panama with IntlMOVE, you will likely be moving to a city located near the water.
Moving to Panama for the weather and the beautiful beaches is one reason your decision to move to Panama will be easy.
The weather in Panama rarely varies outside of a 10 degree range, so most days will be 75 – 85 degrees during the day.
Many people moving to Central America are worried about the drinking water.
This is a concern that you do not need to have when moving to Panama.
Most of the water, intended for consumption, is safe to drink.
Make sure you check with the locals before drinking the water, but in most cases, you will be just fine.
If botany or gardening is one of your hobbies, you will love the tropical foliage in Panama.
The warm weather allows for a wide variety of tropical and exotic plants to thrive.
There are a number of beautiful creatures that thrive in this warm weather as well.
There are colorful birds, exotic animals and even some pretty wild looking insects.
Although the cost of living in Panama is probably one of the most expensive in Central America, it is still quite moderate compared to the United States.
Most expats are able to afford very comfortable living accommodations as well as household help.
IntlMOVE can take care of shipping your household goods to Panama, so you don’t have to worry about furnishing your new home in your new country.
Cons
If you have not yet mastered the Spanish language, you will have a problem finding ample reading material if that is a hobby you pursue.
Pack a lot of books along with your household goods and have IntlMOVE ship these with the rest of your personal belongings.
When you have friends or family come down for a visit, ask them to bring along English reading materials.
Keeping in touch with loved ones can be difficult.
International calls can get a little expensive.
However, Skype makes it easy for you to call your loved ones for free.
You can even see each other while making the calls online, so this actually helps with any homesickness you might experience.
If you are used to living in a fast-paced world, be prepared to take it down a notch.
Everything in Panama goes at a slower pace.
Over time, this will be a positive benefit to moving to Panama.
However, many expats find it difficult to deal with the laid back attitude of most Panamanians.
The best advice is to realize this laid back attitude can save you a lot of headaches and a lot of stress, so relax.
If you are shipping your car to Panama with IntlMOVE, be aware of the driving conditions.
They will take some time to get used to!
Traffic can be an issue because of the lack of signs and the erratic ways that Panamanians are used to driving.
However, many people have survived the driving conditions in Panama so don’t let this dissuade you from moving to the tropical paradise.
When you are moving to Panama, log onto the IntlMOVE website for your free international shipping quote.
Move from Ft. Lauderdale, Fl to Panama City, Panama
From: Giampiero Riccio [mailto:giampieroriccio@]
Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 3:21 PM
To: Frank
Subject: Re: Move from Ft. Lauderdale, Fl to Panama City, Panama 10-01-014-18
Hi Frank.
All is fine so far.
I will be referrring you to some friends that are thinking in moving to Panama, if they eventually make up their mind.
Regards,
Giampiero
IntlMOVE – Moving to Panama and the Amador Causeway
When you are moving to Panama with IntlMOVE, the Panama Canal and the Amador Causeway should be two of the top things on your to do list.
The Amador Causeway attracts visitors from all over the world and is located at the Southern entrance of the Panama Canal.
If you are moving to Panama, you will be lucky enough to live within close proximity of the Panama Canal and all the attractions that make this unique landmark.
The Amador Causeway is made from rocks excavated from the Panama Canal.
It is lined with palm trees to give it a very tropical feel, which just confirms you have moved to paradise.
The Causeway connects four small islands – Flamenco, Perico, Culebra and Naos.
These islands are filled restaurants, a marina, an aquarium and many more attractions.
At one time the Amador Causeway was part of a military base, but it has since been turned into a tourist haven.
The Causeway could only be visited by U.S. military and civilian personnel of the Panama Canal.
Even though it was located in Panama, people from Panama could not visit this area.
When Panama took back control of the Panama Canal, the people of Panama turned the Amador Causeway into a place that everyone could enjoy.
When you are moving to Panama City, Panama with IntlMOVE, you can visit this area of the city for many different adventures.
When choosing from one of the many restaurants on these four islands, you will likely find a restaurant with a beautiful view.
You can see the ocean, the Panama City skyline or even the Panama Canal.
There are even some restaurants, like Café Barko, where you can see the skyline and the canal.
If you are in the mood for dinner at a restaurant from back home, you can at TGIF’s.
This restaurant has some of the best views of the Panama Canal.
You can also visit the Amador Causeway to go shopping at one of the many available shopping areas.
If you want to get a little exercise, you can go jogging on the paths provided or ride your bike through the small islands.
IntlMOVE will ship your bike and running shoes to Panama with the rest of your household goods.
If you are moving to Panama for a new job, you might visit the Causeway for an event at the convention center.
This location is perfect for tradeshows or conferences.
In the evenings, there are many places to entertain clients and get down to business.
If you have an interest in the marine life that surrounds Panama, there is a great place for you to see.
The Marine Exhibition Center of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute is a great place to learn and explore.
You can get up close and personal with the tropical marine life and the ecosystems that support these exotic creatures.
When moving to Panama, you will be lucky enough to enjoy many warm sunny days.
The Amador Causeway is home to many locations perfect for catching some rays or taking a dip in the Pacific Ocean to cool down from the tropical Panamanian weather.
The Amador Causeway is still being developed, so you will continually have new adventures when visiting this landmark.
When you are moving to Panama, choose the international movers you can trust.
IntlMOVE will help plan and execute your move to Panama.
