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  • Опубліковано 24 гру 2024

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  • @sandrasmith-dickens2339
    @sandrasmith-dickens2339 Рік тому +20

    I’m a Panamanian don’t go if you don’t want to but please don’t mislead

  • @marcobrownstone
    @marcobrownstone 10 місяців тому +15

    I am Proud to call myself Panamanian, now living in America. Though I live here I will always identify as Panamanian since that's my country and Jamaican heritage too. Viva Panama!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  10 місяців тому +1

      I love the Jamaicans story of settling in there. Jamaicans are tough and resilient ppl. 🇯🇲

    • @mr.brightside3211
      @mr.brightside3211 3 дні тому

      If you don’t mind, what made you come here? What are your thoughts on the cons living here vs Panama? I was considering buying a condo there as a plan B if the economy and politics continues to decline

  • @thomasmagnum3588
    @thomasmagnum3588 Рік тому +62

    I have lived in Panama City for a year now , here are my quick pros and cons: PROS. 1. Affordable living on Social Security benefits; 2. No snow, cold weather or hurricanes; 3. Acceptance of US currency. 4. Natives very proud, welcoming and nice to foreigners. CONS. 1. Way too much rain, not just April to November as promoted; 2. Locals seem to trash their own country; 3. English-only will not work here; 4. Crazy rude traffic, no street signs, potholes in sidewalks, pedestrians do not have right of way; 5. Sticker shock for electric bills if you like to run your AC all day in a hot, humid climate; 6. Ex-pats who love to drink and complain, doing both to excess IMO. For me on balance, a net positive experience.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  Рік тому +7

      Yup, sounds like pretty much what we saw when we were there. Great home for the right person.

    • @meserettsegaye4521
      @meserettsegaye4521 Рік тому +3

      Scared to travel here😢

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  Рік тому +6

      @@meserettsegaye4521 Ohh, don't mind us. It's definitely worth a trip to explore the area.

    • @jasonmunoz1528
      @jasonmunoz1528 Рік тому

      @@meserettsegaye4521 I have seen many post on facebook expats groups posting for example: like a tiny spider in the house they rented in panama, and also a tons of gringo comments like: A reason to not travel there! I mean; a small country with a lot of biodiversity, nature, forrest etc, does it mean somthing to you? yeah means bugs, birds, snakes, mammals etc. So I do not understand (most usa citizens, european people are so lovely) complaining for almost about everything in panama and panamaniams notice that so be friendly and polite if you come here.

    • @Jmb90
      @Jmb90 11 місяців тому +2

      @@meserettsegaye4521
      What specifically makes you scared to travel there?

  • @vanessarosenthal8476
    @vanessarosenthal8476 2 роки тому +48

    Hello everybody ! I'm proud to be from Panama. As all of you already know, Panama is a small country. Do to its size, you could point out all the flaws, don't forget, all countries big or small has their problems . Is a country that took over 20 years to look this good . Yes , Panama has a garbage problem in some areas like some areas in big cities all over the world. We are proud of our schools and universities. Education is very important for us in Panama. Our government is another topic . And Yes! With money you can solved lots of economic problems that countries like my have . We trying make it a paradise not only for tourists , but for us as well . Our people deserve better things. Thank you for visiting 😊

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +4

      Panama is wonderful...small, beautiful and full of great people!

    • @griffini19
      @griffini19 Рік тому

      Really? You are proud of the educational institutions here in Panama? I call total bullshit!! The rich keep everyone else as uneducated as possible so they can continue to steal as much money from the ignorant as possible. I live here and these are Facts. Pretend all you want. Total corruption at every level

    • @concepcionledezma5027
      @concepcionledezma5027 Рік тому +6

      Yo tambien soy de origen panamena . . . no me gusto lo que dijeron sobre la comida panamena porque no es verdad. Ellos tenian razon sobre la mayoria de los otros asuntos que toquaron.

    • @wandascott838
      @wandascott838 Рік тому +5

      Thank you for this. I am a little confused why places in Mexico are supported but they decided to make a critical review of Panama. I have yet to see a critical review of Mexico and the major issues they have there.

    • @Frank-xp3xd
      @Frank-xp3xd Рік тому +9

      I am German and have a E-Cedula (ID-Card) in Panama for 3 years now. I have been traveling a lot in Latin America (and Asia) and next year I am planing to buy a Apartment in a quite area in Panama City or close by. After all, there are a lot of interesting places in Latin America but I am proud of my Panamanian Cedula and I feel home everytime I come back here. Now I am going to life here! Gracias Panama

  • @sandrasgotvoice
    @sandrasgotvoice 2 роки тому +28

    Thanks for the transparency; there are a lot of channels who only share the good news. This is valuable information, especially for those thinking of moving to Panama. Great stuff, guys!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks we try to do it in a fun way but information is king and it's important for us to be honest. -Blessings Sandra!

    • @ganymeade5151
      @ganymeade5151 9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for speaking truth. Old Saying: The truth will set you free.

    • @TravelAlwaysOfficial
      @TravelAlwaysOfficial 8 місяців тому +1

      And that's the problem. A lot of channels only stick to telling and EXAGGERATING the good of an area. Especially these channels on Merida/Mexico.
      I think it's unethical to hide the negatives- you are aware of- of an area- or exaggerate the positives.
      A lot of those channels appear to do so because it's simply a business for them and the are only focused on getting you to Merida.

  • @vashtibascombe701
    @vashtibascombe701 2 роки тому +42

    My husband and I visited Panama in 2015. It was naturally beautiful, significant heat and humidity. Saw the good looking buildings and the poor apartments. I didn’t notice a trash problem. They need to get that fixed. I did enjoy seeing the locks and learning about how many different countries participated in digging those canals.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +4

      Love the skyscrapers, the big city vibes and the canal but that garbage ruined alot of my moods...

    • @Gohardchick
      @Gohardchick 2 роки тому +6

      I just left Panama a few weeks ago and the trash problem is very real. While it did not affect my trip directly, it did cause me some concern about possibly moving there. I hope that they get the garbage situation under control.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      @@kylegrant9980 Sad...

    • @websurfer5772
      @websurfer5772 2 роки тому

      Hey, that trash all over the streets reminds me of living here in SF Bay Area. You should see how bad it gets under all the overpasses and all over the streets everywhere. I've lived here all my life and it's only been like this for the past 5 years or so. I think it's all part of the UN 4g3nda +w3n+y 0n3 & +h!r+y. People need to fight back wherever they are!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +2

      @@XxxclusiveReviews 1st I been all across the US and there was nothing like I saw there. Next, why would we compare it to the US. The point is there is a massive trash problem. We talked to locals about it. We talked to other expats about it. The truth is the truth regardless of how ppl feel about it. What we stated is true.

  • @Br99klynINg24_8
    @Br99klynINg24_8 Рік тому +11

    As a Black Panamanian that lives in Brooklyn but frequents on my days off. PANAMA is the place to be period!!. Lots of investments as well. CaNt go wrong

  • @tj9610
    @tj9610 Рік тому +4

    Outstanding in every way! Love the transparency of your presentation! You all covered a lot of highly valued information in a very fun manner. Keep up the great work!

  • @bluedog639
    @bluedog639 2 роки тому +13

    I find your videos so refreshing and honest! Blessings on growing your channel and showing the rest of us the world through The Yarbros eyes!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Thank you, we really appreciate the blessing!

  • @donflavio7477
    @donflavio7477 2 роки тому +37

    Hi guys, just a brief comment on the way the government works here. First a disclaimer, corruption exists, local business dynasties are a thing, and the measures taken under the state of emergency during the pandemic were of the strictest in the world. That being said, it was war, this measures ensured a partial control of the epidemic during the worst times, and I can prudently say that the population accepted them because of the evidenced sanitary results. Were this measures popular? Of course not, since they produced an economic caos and unemployment. However, preventing the loss of lives because of covid was the objective, and to this end were successful. Now most of the population has been vaccinated for free, the fourth round of vaccination is on course, the current death toll is minimum, and the last restrictions (indoor mask using) are about to be eliminated. Now, I think is not wise to compare the times of Noriega, that was a narco-dictator, with the las t30 years of democratic life we have enjoyed as a country. Panama is constitutionally a centralist presidencial system, because historically, descentralized federal governments left a legacy of civil wars during the Colombian Era, so centralism has been the norm since the country’s creation in 1903. This implies that a great amount of power is exerted by the executive, however no to the degree of having tyrannical powers under normal circumstances because the National Assembly has a huge influence on the country’s operation as well, serving as a counterweight to the executive. In this line, our government is very far from being perfect, but it is comprised of several parties, and democratically elected every 5 years, with a high participation rate of over 70% of the voter population. This is not a pro-government post, just my take on that we shouldn’t compare the worst time in our history with the current reality, because it is a fallacy. Cheers guys, take care.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you for the brief and the information. I love to hear from the countrymen as my 1st take analysis is only surface level and only based on what we saw and experienced in our limited time there. Thanks again.

    • @marilynnarnold811
      @marilynnarnold811 2 роки тому +1

      The US is just as bad if not worse. Terrible management of the pandemic and huge loss of life. Still losing everyday. When Panama government was at its worst, the US was a willing participant in the drug scene and corruption. The disparity between the US richest and poorest is embarrassing. US turns away and mistreat immigrants/refugees of color, but welcome white immigrants/refugees. US finds 1 billion $$$ every 3 weeks for the Ukraine, but not for US education or healthcare. The education and healthcare system is awful particularly for non white citizens. There is an all out war on minorities by the US authoritarian local and national governments. Prices of EVERYTHING are astronomical. The regular guy can barely afford groceries. Meanwhile, food and other goods are rotting on the docks of the US because they say there are no workers to unload the containers and there is a major truck driver shortage to bring the goods to distribution centers. Estimate is that they need 75,000 more truck drivers to make it happen. The US as the greatest country is a LIE.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      @@marilynnarnold811 no disagreement there...its been time for my ppl to find a new home... the main purpose of this channel.

    • @blackpanthersblackpanthers9761
      @blackpanthersblackpanthers9761 2 роки тому

      @@TheYarbros Noriega happened over 30 years thats is we do a review of the USA and we bring up slavery blacks getting hung and raped by the color of their skin. You should have done your homework before bringing Noriega era

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      @@blackpanthersblackpanthers9761 Did my homework and 30 years is still this lifetime. The people who backed him are still alive and their families are still shot callers. Facts!

  • @Cheryl-s6g
    @Cheryl-s6g 5 місяців тому +1

    Useful, helpful, and informative. Thank you!😊

  • @judithgrace9850
    @judithgrace9850 2 роки тому +10

    I was 20 when I visited many cities , and fell in love 💕 with Acapulco. I am 79 and living in Querétaro,Mexico. Earthquakes were the deal breakers for Acapulco. USA is too deadly and expensive.
    Get ready to stand long line, when the bank runs start here. ATMs empty, and cash at the store etc.
    Just move.
    I moved to Mexico at 79, because USA is too expensive and deadly.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      We haven't lived in The States since 2017. We're traveling the world looking for a place to call home. Querétaro is nice. I like the city not city center so much...like most though. Have a great day!

  • @rickfarias2078
    @rickfarias2078 Рік тому +1

    Hey Guys, I loved your video, yr vibe and all. Thank you for sharing it with us. Best wishes from Brazil 🇧🇷

  • @tamaramitchell9601
    @tamaramitchell9601 2 роки тому +27

    I love your honesty. I just moved to Mexico and I'm loving it here. 10 days driving down from Oregon with my dog and 2 cats. I really don't know how you keep going. I'm "adventured out"!! Going to dig in here for a while, then do some trips around Mexico. I love traveling vicariously with you, though!!!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +9

      You're gonna have fun exploring MX...there's so much to see and do. You and your four legged family stay safe and well do our best to keep you engaged. Congratulations on the move!

    • @Christina-kn1lq
      @Christina-kn1lq 2 роки тому +1

      I moved from Charleston, SC to Oregon about 4 years ago. I have tons on family there. It was beautiful and fun. I ended up moving back southeast. It was way too fast pace for me.

  • @agnescampbell7692
    @agnescampbell7692 2 роки тому +2

    Love watching you guys. Always fun to see where you’re roaming and you always give honest information. You’re both looking well. Safe travels.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      We appreciate your support. Thanks for tuning in!

  • @shea5702
    @shea5702 Рік тому +1

    Great informative video. I was thinking about going there but now not so much. I watched you guys when we both lived in Mexico. Great channel.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  Рік тому +1

      Aye 🖐🏾 don't let us turn you around....just keeping it honest through our eyes. It has its good points. Thanks for keeping up w/ us!

    • @jessespirit19
      @jessespirit19 Рік тому +3

      I am from Panama and I can tell you from the get go that this video has too little information from our country, there are more places and food to taste and explore, I was really sad when they said there wasn't much to say about our food that really sunk my heart. You should try coming first and having your own experience, Panama has a lot to offer and see, if you come with limited budget, your experience will be also limited, just plan yourself accordingly and you will have more to see and taste. 🙂👍

  • @MotionInMotion1975
    @MotionInMotion1975 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video. Im in the process of moving to Panama and this helped me a lot.

  • @markhollis5850
    @markhollis5850 3 місяці тому +1

    I visited Panama every other year from 1990 until 2003. It is a wonderful country. If you are trying to transact business, banking, legal or deal with medical needs, English is a common second language. Professionals understand it is a key to advancement. But the regular people do not necessarily find it necessary. Panamanians in Panama City may be abrupt, but that is because it is an international city, like London, New York, Paris or Berlin. Out in the countryside, Panamanians are a lot more friendly, especially if you speak Spanish. I found Panamanians roadways to be first-rate. You could pick up the Pan American Highway and set it down on a US Interstate and Americans would never know the difference. The Canal is their money pump. Cross over to Costa Rica and the roads immediately disintegrate.
    The authors here are unlikely to run into any trouble, because of how they are dressed and the color of their skin. I can say that in 1990, with my light skin and my height (6’5”, I got a lot of hard looks six months after our invasion. But things got nicer after that. If you did not have a good experience with food, I can recommend a sancocho (chicken soup). And, it IS hot. Best way to combat that is with altitude. As you ascend into the mountains, you begin to breathe again and the cloud forests can be quite chilly, especially early or late in the day.

  • @sayiddahbey4718
    @sayiddahbey4718 2 роки тому +5

    It’s always a pleasure hanging with y’all 😊

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for wilding out w/ us...see you next time!

  • @UnclePhilnThe614
    @UnclePhilnThe614 5 місяців тому

    You guys are great. The point of my comment.....I love the way that you edit, especially the transitions between clips to make up your videos. Something pleasing and satisfying about the fade out and in. Seems really smooth.

  • @anniesretirementjourney8969
    @anniesretirementjourney8969 2 роки тому +2

    About the weather, yes it's hot in most of Panama, but like Mexico, Ecuador and any other country, you go to higher elevations and it's cooler. Boquete is popular for expats because the temps there are mid 60's to 70's. Same for Cerra Punta, which is even cooler than that.

  • @edtravelbug
    @edtravelbug Рік тому +4

    I have been fortunate to travel worldwide for the last 30 yrs. I feel lucky to have visited so many places. I just did Panama and Panama City for the first time last month. It is a place I have no desire to go back to again. Glad I stayed in the Casco Viejo area. It is one of three "pockets" of wealth, which means clean streets and a feeling of security. Main things to consider is heat/humidity year round, wealth vs poor pockets, police presence, food choices, limited choices to visit/things to do within the small amount of wealth pockets, transportatiion/need for taxis.
    It is still so nice that Panama is gaining so much wealth and it will slowly work its way through the outskirts. The people of Panama are friendly to the core. I think long term it will stay on par with Costa Rica and Belize as the three go to places in Central America.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  Рік тому +1

      Its definitely and acquired taste. Thanks for sharing your views. Traveling is our joy as well.

    • @XxxclusiveReviews
      @XxxclusiveReviews 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@TheYarbrosyour info is garbage...and I'm here now.. I see garbage in certain parts.. I see homelessness in Seattle thats terrible and drug addiction everywhere.... so what's your point... Expats are moving here in droves... I have family here.... Your going around telling folks not to come here base off your experience.. base off your behavior your rude asf.... Panama is beautiful... ask all the Americans expats.. facts... you and your wife need help.

  • @joylynne8
    @joylynne8 2 роки тому +8

    Thanks for an honest, comprehensive viewpoint of Panama.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +2

      Our pleasure! Thanks for being among the first to view, that helps us so much!

  • @btweenus
    @btweenus 2 роки тому +3

    Such great information. I enjoyed you guys and will watch more of your travel adventures.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      We appreciate you checking us out!

  • @knelson9621
    @knelson9621 2 роки тому

    I’ve been watching you guys since you first landed in Mexico. This is the BEST video so far.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Really appreciate the compliment AND you rocking with us for so long!

  • @dreaveal7672
    @dreaveal7672 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for the great video on Panama. I might travel one day. I love the editing also the color of the video.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for appreciating our craft! 😁

  • @nancyj.taylor4090
    @nancyj.taylor4090 2 роки тому +1

    So glad you are out of there, South America all the way baby! Enjoy your travels and really looking forward to the next! Yowsah!!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Looking fwd to the exploration!!!

  • @ZagnutBar
    @ZagnutBar 3 дні тому

    We visited ten years ago and were scammed by a taxi. We were given the official prices per zone and every single taxi tried to charge us more, but accepted the legal price when we showed them. One taxi driver refused to accept the legal price and threatened us with a brick. We yelled for help and he went away but brought back a police officer. The officer told us we had to pay the higher price. My girlfriend was crying and the officer offered to take us home. The car he took us in was a taxi. He overcharged us for the ride to our hotel.
    We will never go back.

  • @TheOdiousMonk
    @TheOdiousMonk 2 роки тому +9

    Man I just found this channel and I already love it. Y'all do a great job of keeping things fun and positive and family friendly. I'm really excited to see the different countries you visit and which one you like the most

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Love that you found us and we hope you enjoy the ride! Have a wonderful and safe evening!

  • @orangemoonglows2692
    @orangemoonglows2692 2 роки тому +3

    looking forward to seeing peru. doesn't seem like anybody is interested in peru, but they have the food, the architecture, the history, the culture, a coastline, etc.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Ik I don't understand why it isn't on a lot of ppls list....

  • @losgatitosadorablespanitoy6944
    @losgatitosadorablespanitoy6944 2 роки тому +5

    Traveling by bus in Panama is safest than the rest of CA. A few years ago, I received the visit of a friend of mine from Honduras, and took her to a bus travel and at the beginning she was so scared because in her country she could not do it without been in danger.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Ohh, we felt safe but boy were we missing those Mexico busses!

  • @selinaantoniagraves4766
    @selinaantoniagraves4766 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for sharing your opinions.

  • @sharoncarrington1474
    @sharoncarrington1474 2 роки тому +3

    I see you completed your ‘homework ‘ from last night 😊 Enjoyable, informative video - thank you! I hope the night spot in Medellin was off the chain!!!!🥰

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      We didnt go out w/ our peeps 😭 We had to play grown-ups and wrap this video up....but I'm glad we got it done!

    • @sharoncarrington1474
      @sharoncarrington1474 2 роки тому

      @@TheYarbros Sorry to hear that 😞 but glad you are happy with the video! I Love it 🥰

  • @mswhoeverwhatever
    @mswhoeverwhatever 2 роки тому +4

    I have a friend from Panama and he says No no no to moving to Panama

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      On that same note, we met several people who were very happy living there as expats. Different strokes for different folks.

  • @joantonio6331
    @joantonio6331 2 роки тому +2

    For the garbage... Well, I made a stop at tocumen airport in Panama city and one thing that struck me was ... The airport was not clean at all.. it was not dirty. But definitely not clean, and when your main airport ain't clean, that tells a lot about the city

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Yeah, no undoing a first impression.

  • @KingDavid4774
    @KingDavid4774 Рік тому

    Thank you, this has been very helpful! I'm in Panama City right now! ❤

  • @TheBlueskyson
    @TheBlueskyson 2 місяці тому

    Great couple and presentation. April's so natural and gorgeous. That much rain isn't something i'm lookin for. Food 4 thought on panama. ty 4 vid.

  • @PhoenixBeI
    @PhoenixBeI 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! I'm considering Panama for retirement, and this was very useful. Quick note "tinto" is used for black coffee in a good chunk of South America. It means "dark." It's also used for red wine. You don't ask for vino rojo. You ask for vino tinto. ;)

  • @gif24gt60
    @gif24gt60 6 місяців тому +1

    But doesn't panama offer one of the best pensanado programs for expats that includes discounts?

    • @RDBean
      @RDBean 5 місяців тому

      @gif24, it does in & out for 40yrs, retired here 10yrs ago, a white Alabama boy with dusky Panamainian bride of 38yrs. If you have a thin skin, don't come, if you can roll with the punches in a non PC environment, this is paradise

  • @jeffsea6490
    @jeffsea6490 2 роки тому +1

    You 2 do a happy up- beat narrative, certainly an enjoyable video 🌴🍀💚👍

  • @brianquigley6862
    @brianquigley6862 Рік тому

    Thank you sooooo much for such a great video. I don't know about your personal backstory as to why you are there and traveling about but it looks like you two are explorers lol. I am just looking for a closer place to USA to do some wintering in with awesome tennis accommodations. I am having trouble finding tennis communities that meet my needs like the tennis and beaching (and costs of Thailand) has. I love Phuket and 3-4 retreats to Bangkok, Tennis is prevalent and affordable. My AirBnb in Phuket was $27/night and close to a beach and tennis. That's all I need, but the flight is starting to get to me. I was hoping to find what Thailand offers in Central America. I haven't had any luck but I loved this video. You two seem like the happiest people on earth. Thx again!!!

  • @DoPanama
    @DoPanama Рік тому

    Great to meet you both last night ... Thank you for coming out to The Networkers - Monthly Business Mixer. Hope to connect soon.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  Рік тому

      Ummm, unless we're in the Twilight Zone you definitely didn't meet us last night we were at home in Salvador, Brazil Netflixing it.

  • @sofiasalinaskotik3200
    @sofiasalinaskotik3200 Рік тому +2

    As a Panamanian the pandemic was really hard you had to go out on woman days and man days you you could go out when the e for example was aloud to go e represent the first letter of you passport it doesn’t necessarily have to be e tho

    • @darwinbeagle9394
      @darwinbeagle9394 Рік тому

      Lol that's "science"!!! .What a joke your govt is. Even worse than the corrupt scum
      politicians in the UK. Not many free countries left, Panama definitely not free!

  • @antoniotula262
    @antoniotula262 2 роки тому

    I had to sub, love this format!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Love to have you a part of our channel now. Welcome.

  • @anged.4951
    @anged.4951 2 роки тому +2

    Freedom loving, and pureblood, Canadian here. I was set on retiring in Panama. I was aware they love their masks, but the rest......
    Thanks so much for the info!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching!

    • @griffini19
      @griffini19 Рік тому

      Think twice

    • @darwinbeagle9394
      @darwinbeagle9394 Рік тому

      Another corrupt country with psychopathic rulers it seems. Even Brazil is taken now by the globalist scum. Few countries left to escape to unless you are rich.maybe Belize, Mexico,

  • @terryashley4674
    @terryashley4674 2 роки тому

    Never have seen you two on UA-cam before. I like this one a lot. Just subscribed and rang the bell. Don't disappoint.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      We got you! Thanks for the Sub!

  • @Crochellaboutique
    @Crochellaboutique 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you guys for the video! I want to come visit in September . Do you know how the weather will likely be? I know it is during rainy season. Any main spots you guys would recommend, light life , historic places, restaurants etc? N thank you guys again

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      No suggestions more that what was in our videos on Panama. I think September is still the rainy season but I am not quite sure. Thanks for tuning in!

  • @jralcorta4748
    @jralcorta4748 Рік тому

    Enjoyed the video 😊

  • @sunnybrookfamily6711
    @sunnybrookfamily6711 2 роки тому +1

    I really hope you will be visiting quito, I lived there 40 years ago and would like to see it again through your eyes!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Looking forward to it. Hopefully the madness settles down before we get there.

  • @zakiasbrowbar
    @zakiasbrowbar 2 роки тому

    I clicked the video & immediately subscribed loveeeeee the energy you are beautiful people

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Love that you love our vibe 😁 Thanks for subbing and welcome to the family!

  • @gavilanthegringo
    @gavilanthegringo 2 роки тому +13

    Rondell the editing skills are on point bro. 🔥

  • @imogenequest56
    @imogenequest56 2 роки тому +1

    Good Blondie cover April! Did you really have to get on a plane for buenelos (?). Are they not available in Panama? Thanks for the pros and cons video.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      These treats are hard to find. Good ones are even harder to come by. Thanks for stopping by!

  • @saintsfanatik
    @saintsfanatik Місяць тому

    Just a note: there's a *big* difference between Noriega-level authoritarianism and "we expect you to not screw around and endanger others, because, 'freedom', and we'll enforce that"--compared to what happened in the US during the pandemic. I can appreciate that.

  • @relicofgold
    @relicofgold 11 місяців тому

    1) Muggy weather, wet season
    2) Gov can be a little on the authoritative side
    3) Trash is apparent outside touristy areas
    4) Diversity of people, from all places
    5) Panama City is a world class city
    6) Most developed country in CA
    7) Tax haven
    8) Disparity of income
    9) Excellent food diverisity, but not amazing
    10) Tavel within Panama is not organized, but it's cheap

  • @PhoenixRain01010
    @PhoenixRain01010 2 роки тому +2

    Just came back from staying in Panama City, looooved it! Stayed near Plaza Democracia. Going back again the end of this month!! 🇵🇦😁

  • @amarilloaristocrat8435
    @amarilloaristocrat8435 2 роки тому

    I've eaten pupusas in Houston, but the benuelos are new me. I thoroughly enjoyed your video, and pressed the like button.

  • @CarlisPro_Games
    @CarlisPro_Games 3 місяці тому

    At least we don’t have hurricanes or tornadoes near our country. And if you went to Chiriqui, you have probably seen that it’s simply beautiful and the weather is template and cold.

  • @jaygee8013
    @jaygee8013 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you guys. Considering a real relocation and doing some research. Man I laughed so hard when you said "it is a pure tax haven". With that fall back. Hilarious. Much Love and thanks.

  • @marilynnarnold811
    @marilynnarnold811 2 роки тому

    Great video as always. Love you guys!

  • @LaRa-mo5zb
    @LaRa-mo5zb 2 роки тому

    Me living in Panama, still watching the video :D thank you for this video!!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      😄🤣 thanks for watching!

  • @jonf35
    @jonf35 Рік тому +1

    Hi..I liked the info in this video..I think you are both charismatic and from what I can tell, you both enjoyed your trip and are enthusiastic to share your experience and impressions..I would offer the following suggestions: I would prefer you retitle this video from 'STOP! Don't Go To Panama!' because that suggests to me that Panama isn't worth visiting. I would title it Don't travel to Panama until watch this video' or something similar. I say that because in the intro of your video, you clarify that you aren't saying don't come to Panama at all, but to be aware and informed of the content of your video. Also, I would suggest (IMHO) in the beginning of your video, you summarize in bullet points the key enumerated points by subject matter (e.g., diversity and trash) that you cover in your video. It would make it easier for those perusing through videos to know how to watch those that are relevant to her/his/their interests. I have given you a 'thumbs up" and have subscribed nonetheless and hope you consider my suggestions.

  • @suem847
    @suem847 2 роки тому +14

    You made a statement at the beginning of the video. Do not come to Panama. By stating that at the beginning of the video it gives a bad taste and making people be less interested of visiting. Some of your statement was not correct about the government. The rules were put in place to save life. Panama police are one of the friendliest I have seen in other countries including the USA. The Panamanian people constantly strike and voice their opinions without the government interfering. Sometimes is done so much that the streets are close for hours and days.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +6

      I wish I knew some of these things I spoke of before I booked my ticket. I would have surely thought twice. Humidity and garbage don't mix well. I stated that the people stand up for themselves but justice is still not administered there....it is a fight that people considering moving there should know about. Especially yhe judicial branch of government.
      Our channel is about truth and balance. I did not speak a single lie or mislead any of my subscribers. If your national pride is offended I sincerely hope this explanation helps.

    • @blackpanthersblackpanthers9761
      @blackpanthersblackpanthers9761 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheYarbros I was born in Panama and came to USA at a very young age. I have done very well for myself and retired and traveled the world. There is a reason why you travel the world I get it promote your you tube channel, I don't think you should start your intro telling people not to come Panama. In Panama we never had slavery, people spitting on you because of the color of their skin hangings and a systemic racism towards people that are black. Panama has a lot of Black history and culture. Panama has been rated of one of the most happiest countries in the world and we have the best immigration visas for retired people. I have pried in Panama and the USA because in the USA I discovered how to research and learned about my black history. It was a very poor choice for you to start your video with the titles DONT COME TO PANAMA.

    • @An-ow2kz
      @An-ow2kz 2 роки тому

      @@XxxclusiveReviews well if you are so proud of your " beautiful" Panama why don't you come and help with cleaning all the trash? The guys showed in this video real Panam, dirty and unattractive because of ingorance of people who live here. I don't think any of tourists would like to walk around of gettos, which Panama is full of. Colon is the most dirty and dangerous city of all, why you are lying leaving your comment here? People have to be aware of it before traveling to Panama and avoid it at any cost

  • @SoniT
    @SoniT 2 роки тому +5

    I love Panama. No place is perfect.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      I agree there is no such thing as perfect. Perfect for now or for a certain situation but never universally. Enjoy Panama!

  • @Garcia-elf
    @Garcia-elf 2 роки тому +2

    I love parque sabaneta, beats what they have here in Envigado but I love the neighborhoods here, especially el dorado area

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      We love the restaurants over in Envigado....we'll we used too it's been a few years since we've been there...

  • @An-ow2kz
    @An-ow2kz 2 роки тому +2

    Good choice guys, leaving Panama and spending more time in Colombia, nicer food and nicer people

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      It seemed to be unpopular...but we like Colombia more.

    • @An-ow2kz
      @An-ow2kz 2 роки тому

      @@XxxclusiveReviews well if you are so proud of your " beautiful" Panama why don't you come and help with cleaning all the trash? The guys showed in this video real Panam, dirty and unattractive because of ingorance of people who live here. I don't think any of tourists would like to walk around of gettos, which Panama is full of.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      @@XxxclusiveReviews Thanks for your opinions glad our content moved you. Peace be with you.

  • @gloriacurrie4046
    @gloriacurrie4046 2 роки тому

    What are you planning to do with all the patches that you are collecting?

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Probably go on a jacket, a backpack or a peice of luggage 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @OurTravellife
    @OurTravellife 2 роки тому +1

    Informative video , we are heading to Panama for a weeks holiday this week. If you guys still there , would love to catch up

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Sounds good but we're currently in Ecuador! Safe travels!

  • @bedinabebe4521
    @bedinabebe4521 2 роки тому +6

    April can sing!🎤🎶
    You two give childhood friends or high school sweethearts vibes. I'm happy to see you two traveling Latin America during these times. That treat is called Puff Puff in Nigeria. Have you every been, or do you plan to go to Africa??

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Thank you...we enjoy what we do and we're glad it shines through.

    • @stephj9378
      @stephj9378 2 роки тому +1

      They are so charming.
      I'm binge watching videos on Panama.
      I was invited to Panama in March for a friends'family celebration.

    • @shurraehenry1670
      @shurraehenry1670 2 роки тому

      We call it fry dumplings in Jamaica.

    • @Realjerseynative
      @Realjerseynative Рік тому

      In Guyana it’s pollouri. Same thing

  • @jamaicanascrew1116
    @jamaicanascrew1116 2 роки тому

    Hi guys! I need ur help. I saw one of your videos where u rented an airbnb in Panama but I can't find the video. Can u please give me the information for that place?

  • @ramone2720
    @ramone2720 2 роки тому +2

    Well done, guys. I liked this video 👍
    I wish you have safe and nice trips around South America too.

  • @alexandriayannotti1592
    @alexandriayannotti1592 2 роки тому +3

    I have been living in Coronado Panama for 4 years and am still loving it. There are certain things to adapt to but that happens anywhere you move. If you ever get to Coronado - let me know - message me on messenger

  • @BONA7902
    @BONA7902 2 роки тому +8

    I SPENT A WEEK IN PANAMA CITY. I'VE NEVER BEEN TO A MORE UNFRIENDLY PLACE ON THE PLANET. PEOPLE WERE VERY RUDE AND NOT VERY HOSPITABLE. I WAS SO DISAPPOINTED, I EXPECTED BETTER. I LOOK LIKE THEM, AND SPEAK SPANISH FLUENTLY. ( I LIVED IN SPAIN ) THIS WAS THE CAPITAL NOT SOME RURAL AREA WHERE THEY DON'T SEE MANY FOREIGNERS. SHOUT OUT TO THOSE I MET THAT WERE VERY NICE TO ME AND WHOM I BONDED WITH. ITS A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY, TOO BAD I CAN'T SAY THE SAME ABOUT THE LOCALS.

    • @thomasmagnum3588
      @thomasmagnum3588 Рік тому +3

      People in the service industries here are notorious for poor treatment of their customers. Foreigners will also get raw deals on taxi fares. However, the normal everyday people you meet in Panama City are generally very nice IMO.

    • @TravelAlwaysOfficial
      @TravelAlwaysOfficial 8 місяців тому

      Hmm... Thanks for sharing. Sorry to hear about your experiences!

    • @RDBean
      @RDBean 5 місяців тому +1

      @bona, your skins too thin, white Alabama transplant here, in and out almost 40yrs, retired here 10yrs ago....hint stay out of the Capital

    • @nanemoon9968
      @nanemoon9968 2 дні тому

      ​@RDBean What region / city would be best? Thinking about moving as a pensionista.

  • @OrganNLou
    @OrganNLou Місяць тому

    THIS WAS A FUN VIDEO, GUYS!!!!! NOW I WANT TO GO TO PANAMA!!!!!

  • @amarilloaristocrat8435
    @amarilloaristocrat8435 2 роки тому

    I plan on visiting Boquete early next year. Retire date September 1, 2026.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      We've heard it's beautiful there! Best of luck!

  • @RE-im1xm
    @RE-im1xm 6 місяців тому +2

    Beautiful footage by beautiful people.

  • @clovisrobertomedina2213
    @clovisrobertomedina2213 2 роки тому +3

    I'm Panamanian and the trash problem have always been a problem because of the corruption or corrupted politics etc and that's goes on and on. But if you tell me that USA is better well at least in Panamá you don't se kids shooting down black people like a call of duty game etc etc. But back what I was talking about. Yep if you are not use to the heat there's other places you can go that the weather is much softer and relaxing. Bro the trash problem is so sad I know, the president don't even have a place for trash that people can actually go and sort out the garbage. Like they do in Europe... I don't like corruption i think no body do only those who gets benefits from it. Have a nice day 😊

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for commenting...Yes, the USA is so wild and full of evil right now. I appreciate your comments. Have a wonderful day.

    • @RDBean
      @RDBean 5 місяців тому

      @ clovis, enough with the racism, ok

  • @OurBlackUtopia
    @OurBlackUtopia 2 роки тому

    Got my 3rd patch - that's right. AND, I've sewn the first one on already.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Gone-head! We’re still trying to figure out how we want to display ours.

  • @juanvaldez7633
    @juanvaldez7633 2 роки тому +4

    Hey guys - just discovered your channel and wanted to compliment you on a great job mixing the informational aspect with the entertainment value. Really a great fresh approach to the whole travel video thing - keep up the good work!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome, thank you! Glad you found us, we love compliments 😀

  • @Retired-jr3qs
    @Retired-jr3qs 2 роки тому

    I plan to visit Panama City for a vacation. Are you saying I should stay away from Panama City?

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      No by all means enjoy. I enjoyed the city very much. Its a bonified city!

    • @Retired-jr3qs
      @Retired-jr3qs 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheYarbros Thanks!!!

    • @RDBean
      @RDBean 5 місяців тому

      @yardbirds, 2-3 days in capital, then rent a care(see dos & donts about car rental) and head north, see the real Panama

  • @tessw9744
    @tessw9744 2 роки тому +1

    Hey,did you guys get a chance to see Chinatown in Panama City?
    And are you done with Panama? I was waiting for you to get to Boquete. The indigenous people say it's "cold" there. The weather is a 75° on average all year, so I'm told.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +1

      No we didn't hit Chinatown or Boquete...I wanted to do both but didn't get a chance to. We were hearing that Boquete was super rainy when we had the opportunity to go but yeah 75 is chilly in Panama 🤣😭

  • @TheYarbros
    @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +3

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  • @boballbright8891
    @boballbright8891 2 роки тому +2

    Such a shame you didnt get to Boquete........enjpy Colombia!

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Yeah, it was a bit far out.

  • @dr.selenlenz1292
    @dr.selenlenz1292 Рік тому

    You are so funny 😂😅❤ Thanks so much!!!

  • @ntroudart
    @ntroudart 10 місяців тому

    I'm Panamanian and it's all true. You guys are a beautiful couple.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  10 місяців тому

      Blessings to you and thank you!

  • @franciscusjohannesburger3720
    @franciscusjohannesburger3720 2 роки тому

    Nice video , thanks !

  • @jorgelamboglia8740
    @jorgelamboglia8740 2 роки тому

    Video is very truth as a Panamanian Thank you guys for visiting 🐼🇵🇦🙌🏼

  • @Sovonnie
    @Sovonnie 6 місяців тому

    I want to move there alone ! I’m nervous but o think I’m ready to make the move .

  • @Showagojiragoofy
    @Showagojiragoofy 10 місяців тому

    Why not

  • @pinkiepinkster8395
    @pinkiepinkster8395 2 роки тому

    You don't need a visa. I want to go to Aris Latham's raw food culinary school. Did you go to the mountains?

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Yes we went up in El Valle de Anton and had a great time.

  • @ElenaChristinne
    @ElenaChristinne 2 роки тому +1

    So did you visit San Blas or Isla Colón?

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      No we didn't.

    • @ElenaChristinne
      @ElenaChristinne 2 роки тому

      @@TheYarbros next time please do, hope you love it as much as I do.

  • @agodkin223
    @agodkin223 7 місяців тому

    Do you need visa to visit Panamá or is visa free for Americans.

  • @keiram.2287
    @keiram.2287 2 роки тому +2

    Blessings, saludos! Trash situation its the way you see it recently mostly in Panama city due to Pandemic, they are taking way longer to pick up the trash. It gets worse also depending on the government... its sad! But I've seen many cities in the US with this issue as well. I've been living in the US for 23 years now. Also the last decades there has such a huge migration of Colombians and Venezuelans, the culture is changing so much, Panama is now more like the cental American culture or South America. I miss the old Panama. Also Panama has a very reliable Uber system and we have a metro train as well besides taxis and buses. Quick side note, will be nice to edit the title makes it very negative.

  • @tzaitelchock
    @tzaitelchock Рік тому +3

    As panamanian I agree that the title is not fair enough to express your content 🤨

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  Рік тому

      I understand but the cover clearly says pros and cons it is tongue and cheek but you are welcome to feel however you feel about it. Thank you for watching and letting us know how you feel.

  • @deezworld2318
    @deezworld2318 2 роки тому

    Ya'll are awesome, love the energy. I'm sold on Panama😁

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      It's the perfect spot for lots of our friends!

  • @pappadappacarhauler757
    @pappadappacarhauler757 2 роки тому

    You guys made this a really nice and fun video.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Thanks, we tried to be honest and fun!

  • @solomomstalktv
    @solomomstalktv 2 роки тому

    Between Mexico and Central America which is your favourite city? I'm planning a 10 week trip and haven't decided where I'm going yet. Can't make up my mind. lol

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому +3

      That's a huge question....time of year, the things you like to do...For me Rondel my top 5 w/o too much consideration and noy in order are:
      Guadalajara, MX
      Morelia, MX
      Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
      Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
      Cartagena, Colombia

    • @solomomstalktv
      @solomomstalktv 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheYarbros ​ @The Yarbros Thanks for the list. It's a big help. Maybe I'll visit all 5. Appreciate it. Best,

    • @odapty
      @odapty Рік тому

      Guadalajara I love it!!!! Culture!!!

  • @kasoro5261
    @kasoro5261 2 роки тому

    Thanks again for nice video! You rule! 😎

  • @SightsSpice
    @SightsSpice 2 роки тому

    Lol love the song break Apryl. That heat will find you 😆

  • @richardolive5479
    @richardolive5479 2 роки тому +3

    I just returned from 9 years LIVING in Panama, including the pandemic. I DO NOT RECOMMEND PANAMA FOR AMERICANS. Go where you are treated well, that's not Panama.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Wow, thanks for representing out here.

    • @RDBean
      @RDBean 5 місяців тому

      @richard, well you leave your marxist ways when leave the USA, you might have enjoyed your stay

  • @wheecar
    @wheecar 2 роки тому

    Really LOVE your summary videos. PC looks beautiful and I'd love more diversity but my sense is I'm better off in GDL for the moment. Can't wait to see where you go next.

    • @TheYarbros
      @TheYarbros  2 роки тому

      Looking fwd to bringing it to you! Glad you liked this one. Enjoy Gdl!