Affordable Dolega Panama - What's It Really Like?

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  • Опубліковано 4 лют 2025
  • This is a repost of a video that was previously posted by we needed to do additional editing.
    Dolega is about halfway between David and Boquete in far western Panama. The weather is not as hot as David and not as cool as Boquete. Many say the weather is just right with daytime temperatures at about 85F (29C).
    In this video, Peggy and Rick talk about what it's like to live in Dolega.
    Sadly, Rick died of Covid shortly after this video was made.
    Dolega is a very affordable place to live in Panama. A furnished one-bedroom rental starts at $250- $350 a month.
    Dos Rios is a neighborhood in Dolega that has estate size lots filled with fruit trees. A furnished two-bedroom rental in Dos Rios starts at about $600 a month.
    Your Private Tour Guide can show you all the amenities available in Dolega and show you rentals too.
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  • @deirdremcintyre6552
    @deirdremcintyre6552 7 днів тому +1

    As a cancer survivor this is good to know. I miss my mum who died last year. I wish you the best!

  • @enidorisvaliente5098
    @enidorisvaliente5098 Рік тому +4

    I just watched this video and it reaffirmed my decision about retiring inPanama.Sorry for your loss

  • @ericl.winter3622
    @ericl.winter3622 2 роки тому +15

    After watching this delightful video, I was so deeply saddened to hear that Rick passed away shortly there after. Brought tears to my eyes. I was beginning to imagine what it would be like to hang out with him, if we hopefully end up moving there. Rest In Peace.

  • @ventaplaza
    @ventaplaza 2 роки тому +14

    It's great to see that Peggy has found a place to be happy despite suffering a big loss. A good attitude towards life.

  • @suzetteshares
    @suzetteshares Рік тому +5

    This video touched my heart. I would love to have coffee with Peggy

  • @tessw9744
    @tessw9744 2 роки тому +10

    I'm sorry for your loss. Your husband must be happy knowing you're happy and safe.

  • @hoochiecoochie571
    @hoochiecoochie571 2 роки тому +7

    I am so sad to hear of Rick's passing. I've watched this video and his other one a few times now and he seemed so happy in his retirement and to have a lovely new family. I was happy for him. He seemed like such a nice man, too, someone I think I could have easily been friends with. My condolences to his family.

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +3

      Rick loved living in Panama. He was very happy.

    • @hoochiecoochie571
      @hoochiecoochie571 2 роки тому +2

      @@PanamaRelocationTours My brother and his wife will be moving there within the next two years and my wife and I are retiring early at 62 in 6 years which is when we will make the move too. I hope to love Panama as much as Rick did. The Minnesota winters and the stress of our jobs have finally broken us. We will be taking your tour before then. Look forward to meeting you all.

  • @zunilawestcott2646
    @zunilawestcott2646 2 роки тому +4

    I love this! I spent many summers as a child in Dolega with my grandparents and that town has a special place in my heart. I’m glad Mrs. Peggy loves Dolega as much as I do.
    I hope to be back soon in the near future and visit myself 😊

  • @bobcromeans9100
    @bobcromeans9100 2 роки тому +10

    Well done. Love the desire of these two folks to live in "Panamanian" Panama. They both give a relaxed, natural and joyous vibe. Not much of that in the States these days. All the best to both of you. Thank you for sharing.

  • @prieten49
    @prieten49 2 роки тому +7

    Have we seen this video before? I'm getting some serious deja vu vibes! Oh well, it was a great video to watch this time to.

  • @britgerus1956Glenn
    @britgerus1956Glenn 2 роки тому +8

    Fantastic post, many many thanks, excellent lady and gent, each with a great story…
    Glenn

  • @sbdreamin
    @sbdreamin 2 роки тому +8

    so beautiful there. coming from coastal southern california the green of panama is very attractive.

  • @fanfare100
    @fanfare100 2 роки тому +3

    Peggy, I'm very sorry about Rick's passing. But I'm very happy that he was happy about his decision and that he got to enjoy his dream with you.

  • @d201120112011
    @d201120112011 2 роки тому +4

    Sorry to hear about Rick, I'm appreciative of the time taken to help us on the internet learn about all these different towns !

  • @bhoustonjr
    @bhoustonjr 2 роки тому +8

    Rest in Peace Rick,,,,, it was always a great time with you, I loved our times with you and your new extended family.

  • @sabinamock4799
    @sabinamock4799 Рік тому +1

    Sorry for your lost Peggy. Thank you for sharing all your of experiences in Dolega. Warm regards

  • @Washitaw
    @Washitaw 2 роки тому +4

    Nice video of city of Dolega. My condolences 💐 to Peggy for the loss of her husband.

  • @chantalrochon3566
    @chantalrochon3566 2 роки тому +5

    Loved this lady’s point of view and observation. Thank you for this video. From Quebec, Canada. Merci!

  • @trinitydane
    @trinitydane 10 місяців тому +2

    I like this lady! Great Video! I can't wait to take the tour. Studying Spanish online now. Thanks for the great videos Jackie and team! I look forward to meeting you all and becoming part of the FAMILY!!!

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  10 місяців тому

      Thank you! 😃 So glad you enjoyed the video. We look forward to showing you what life is like in Panama!

  • @ElizabethSmith-ui5ts
    @ElizabethSmith-ui5ts 2 роки тому +5

    I love her advice on what to pack ❤️
    I will keep this in mind before I move this year !

  • @gerardobrown5967
    @gerardobrown5967 4 місяці тому

    Sorry for your loss... Blessings 🙏 thanks for sharing.

  • @billhennessey6374
    @billhennessey6374 Рік тому +1

    God bless you, Peggy. Enjoy Dolega! I will be down the road in Boquete!

  • @candlesoftheearthbestcandl995
    @candlesoftheearthbestcandl995 2 роки тому +5

    So sorry about your loss. Love pets and horses too❣ I am going to move there but won't be able to move until later this year.
    Is it muggy/humid there? I like warm weather as im tired as freezing my rear off here in the Pacific NW. Always wearing a jacket or sweater even in my house here.
    Thank you and God Bless🙏🥰

  • @janetdineen5307
    @janetdineen5307 2 роки тому +1

    I cried when you talked of your husbands heart being there. Beautiful video and life. We are visiting in September. Checking out different places. Maybe we can visit.

  • @Szaroptka
    @Szaroptka 2 роки тому +9

    Very nice lady with a very nice story.

  • @KhemistryIBMOR
    @KhemistryIBMOR 5 місяців тому

    Very good information!

  • @kencampbell589
    @kencampbell589 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @roberteldridge8216
    @roberteldridge8216 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Peggy. Just now watching the video. From last spring. Fellow Illinoisan here wanting to make Panama our home. Was really interested in the dolega area. Perhaps when I am visiting in April I will have the good fortune to run into you and say hello!

  • @thefrugalwanderlustinglinguist

    I just loved... " don't bring your problems"

  • @jindandy7826
    @jindandy7826 10 місяців тому

    Great advice! 😍

  • @MidLifeSuperStar
    @MidLifeSuperStar 2 роки тому +5

    Is city on the relocation tour?

  • @nicholasmarshall3191
    @nicholasmarshall3191 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @abiyah3176
    @abiyah3176 2 роки тому +3

    I love the house and property ❤

  • @MelissaConley1951
    @MelissaConley1951 2 роки тому +5

    Absolutely delightful woman. If I make it down I'm going to look Peggy up!

  • @grcerosa
    @grcerosa 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful comments, about the 👏Panamanian people

  • @pearblossom789
    @pearblossom789 5 місяців тому

    ❤ from California 🎉

  • @dovygoodguy1296
    @dovygoodguy1296 2 роки тому

    Peggy, your story is very inspiring and makes me want to follow your footsteps. How do you pay for everything? In cash or US debit card? How do you feel about all the infrastructure issues in a country so different from the US (electricity, water, weather, plumbing, streets, sidewalks, walkability)? How did you find your day worker? How do you feel about everything related to medical/hospital services? I found Mr. Johnson very interesting as well!

  • @pawshands9706
    @pawshands9706 2 роки тому +7

    I'm sure Peggy meant, "welcome to my mansion". I am deeply sorry for the loss of her husband. What is the cost of living predicted for Dolega?

  • @richjudy2887
    @richjudy2887 Рік тому +1

    Happy spirits, the both of you. Enjoy....hope to be a neighbor in a couple of years.

  • @RobSDavis
    @RobSDavis 2 роки тому +1

    What is the best internet I can get in Dolega?

  • @lareekline8232
    @lareekline8232 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this. Are there libraries with books in English?

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +1

      There are libraries throughout Panama but only some have some English selections.

    • @lareekline8232
      @lareekline8232 2 роки тому

      @@PanamaRelocationTours Thank you!

  • @julietschida9114
    @julietschida9114 2 роки тому +2

    Main issue is flight time to or from the U.S. is so long, then how far is the travel from Panama City International to that town?

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +3

      It's a 2 hour flight to Miami, 3.5 hour flight to Houston. Not so bad!

    • @fanfare100
      @fanfare100 2 роки тому

      Gosh, my flight between California and New Jersey is much longer, and that's even if it's non-stop. Also it's much more expensive than a flight to and from Panama. And that's via United. People who have access to Spirit Airlines should check out the dirt cheap prices they have to and from Panama. Like, I don't know how they do it. I've taken those too.

    • @chelleroberson3222
      @chelleroberson3222 2 роки тому

      @@PanamaRelocationTours from Panama City

  • @chelleroberson3222
    @chelleroberson3222 2 роки тому +3

    Am going to be there in 8 weeks choose dolega over boquete 🤩

  • @BennyHevia-bb4wt
    @BennyHevia-bb4wt 11 місяців тому

    Which beach is that on the video?

  • @gregdurham9779
    @gregdurham9779 7 місяців тому

    Do you have to have a vehicle or do they have Huber?

  • @chelleroberson3222
    @chelleroberson3222 2 роки тому +3

    What is hot 2 you ? I'm from Texas where it gets 102-105 f* in the summer

  • @terianderson9959
    @terianderson9959 2 роки тому +5

    So sorry for your loss Peggy. I would love to come visit. I am a 67 yr old female. I am divorced. I need a change so badly. Can you live on an income of 1,378 per mo. as a single?

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +6

      Yes you can live on that income in many places in Panama. Dolega would be one of them.

  • @victorlionelnazaire685
    @victorlionelnazaire685 2 роки тому +1

    What's the rental cost for a 2-bedroom house in Dolega ?

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +3

      In Dolega, it depends on the house. I've seen rentals for as little at $350 for simple a two bedroom or you can get a really nice furnished two bedroom for $700.

  • @moniqueinherfifties
    @moniqueinherfifties 2 роки тому

    Can someone tell me with the federal background check will they take digital fingerprints or the regular type???

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +1

      you can get electronic finger prints at an approved place.

    • @moniqueinherfifties
      @moniqueinherfifties 2 роки тому

      @@PanamaRelocationTours thanks so much for responding I'm getting my paperwork in order

  • @marknibb1
    @marknibb1 Місяць тому

    Where from in Central IL. I am writing this from Normal IL. I am hoping to convince my wife for an to come to Panama for an extended vacation. Both my wife and I are retired

  • @gemcatgirl
    @gemcatgirl 3 місяці тому +1

    Peggy is so sweet!

  • @juligrlee556
    @juligrlee556 2 роки тому +4

    Two deaths in this video. How is death treated for expats in Panama - do people get buried/cremated in Panama? Shipped home? Just curious.

    • @PanamaRelocationTours
      @PanamaRelocationTours  2 роки тому +8

      That's a good topic for a livestream sometime.

    • @candlesoftheearthbestcandl995
      @candlesoftheearthbestcandl995 2 роки тому +3

      @@PanamaRelocationTours I would love to know as I'm by myself too when that time comes.

    • @juligrlee556
      @juligrlee556 2 роки тому +3

      @@PanamaRelocationTours yes

    • @fanfare100
      @fanfare100 2 роки тому +2

      My grandpa was an American. He chose to be cremated. Yes, one can be buried or cremated in Panama. And if one arranges before-hand one can pick where one wishes for the remains to be located. It's always good to plan that in advance so as to not burden the survivors.

  • @cudafish9594
    @cudafish9594 Рік тому +1

    God bless you Peggy, your happiness is rich.

  • @gregdurham9779
    @gregdurham9779 7 місяців тому

    Why the mask?