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Expertise
I can answer most general questions about: 1. Vacation planning in Chiriqui and Boquete, including references for hotels, restaurants, guides, tour operators, etc. 2. Questions pertaining to alternative and traditional health care. 3. Cost of living and retirement related issues 4. How-to questions about purchasing real estate, getting a driver's license, where to buy things, what to do (and NOT do) in construction.
Experience in the area
I have lived in the Chiriqui highlands of Panama, just outside Boquete, for 8 years. I can answer most questions about residency requirements, immigrations, purchasing real estate in an ethical and safe manner, health care availability (traditional and alternative), planning a vacation, tours and sightseeing, references for hotels, restaurants, service providers, etc. I grow organic coffee, so I can definitely answer questions about coffee!
Publications
Atlanta Journal/Constitution Sunday supplement Reader's Digest Southern Living Panama Living Noticias Bajareque Times Panama 180
Education/Credentials
Master's degree in Psychology. In addition to having a private counseling practice and working for many years in the non-profit sector, I am a nationally and internationally published author.
Awards and Honors
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo | 04/23/12 | 7 | 6 | 9 | |
| Richard McCarthy | 04/19/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very fast excellent |
| sonya | 03/21/12 | 9 | 9 | 9 | Thanks so much for your help |
| Eliane | 02/13/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Elisabeth, thankyou for your informative reply ..... |
| Dominic | 12/19/11 | 3 | 8 | 10 | Thank you for your answer, Liz, |
Recent Answers from Elizabeth Worley
2012-04-18 Living in Panama:
Hello, Angelo-- The cost of living in Panama City varies a great deal, depending on what you want. There are low rent areas (with higher rates of crime) and very high rent areas (that are safer). Transportation
2012-03-04 nursing jobs for english speaking nurse:
Hello, Nivia-- It is difficult--though not impossible--for non-Panamanians to work in Panama as nurses, doctors or in other professional positions. As a nurse, you will need to contact hospitals directly
2012-02-21 driver for hire for a day:
Hello, Janet-- I can recommend without hesitation Jose Saenz. He has a large, air conditioned van that he uses to transport people around Panama. Jose speaks English and has been in the tourist assistant
2012-02-09 relocating:
Hello, Elaine-- Since you already live abroad, have experienced other cultures and are multilingual, you have several advantages. Still, you have a lot of research to do before considering Panama as
2011-12-19 Border trespass to Costa Rica:
I'm sorry, Dominic, but since I have never done this, I don't have any direct knowledge. Your insurance company should be able to provide the answer. Certainly you will need your car title, the insurance
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