Volcan so feels like my ❤spot to be!

We love Volcan and have lived here for six years. This is the driest and warmest that we've seen it (record high according to our weather station we've had for three years of 86 yesterday). There are many families with children of all ages here and we have a thriving homeschool community. You almost made it to our property in your video (with the white tower). Much of the property around here is larger than property in Boquete and you will see many fincas with cows as a lot of the dairy for the country comes from this area. Thanks for posting a video of our town!

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. We enjoyed Volcan very much and since have been visiting often. Great food and great people, not to mention the temperature and scenery.

@Sunflower00001

10 ай бұрын

Sounds wonderful

@PeterDavila-mx9ni

3 ай бұрын

Hi, as a possibly future retiree moving to the Volcan area. Do you mind if I were to ask you some questions about living there? I thank you in advance for it.

I hope Volcan takes forever getting close to becoming another Boquete!! Looks beautiful.,, nice video.

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

I understand your comment, Volcan offers a lot and is still not too overrun

Thanks for the great video! I am coming on a tour this summer, and retiring in 1 year. Can't wait to make Panama home!! ❤

Great video. Thank you. I'll be retiring in the US in 2 months. I'm planning an exploratory 2 month long first trip to Panama in Dec. 2024. I plan to get the Pensionado Visa to Panama in 2025. Volcan is currently at the top of my list for my future retirement home.

@freedom55adventure

3 ай бұрын

Thank you. We hope to see you here

@ceev9229

2 ай бұрын

I may be pursuing a similar path May it be the best experience for you @PeterDavila-mx9ni Cheers Christine 🇨🇦

Really enjoyed it. Thanks very much.

Your videos are great. You have really done a great job.

Love your content, thank you! We visited Volcan in September 2022...would have loved to see more than what we were able, but time was not on our side. Considering Panama as a possible residence part of the year.

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching

Wonderful video!

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Lovely tour. I’ll visit it now

@freedom55adventure

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Please make sure to visit Burricos Mexican grill and try the burrito. Bring a big appetite

The video gives you some idea about what it is like in Volcan but you need to visit here to have a better idea about our town. I've been living in Volcan for over 23 years. I have never seen the temperature get into the 40's The temperatures range from the upper 50's to the lower 80's on my property.

@PeterDavila-mx9ni

3 ай бұрын

Robert, thanks for that great info on Volcan. I'm from the US and retiring this year. I plan to retire to Panana, Pensionado Visa. Most likely to the Volcan area. Do you mind if I post some questions on that area to you here? I would so appreciate the help very much.

It’s my home town Thank you! Excellent video Blessings to you 👏🏼

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your comment. It's very beautiful up there.

@mikecaprock9684

Жыл бұрын

@BenisBuckmaster Can you say a little about the town? How different than Boquette? Rents? Anything Thank you!

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

@@mikecaprock9684 hi, I am sure that someone will answer your question who lives here. We live in David. There are FB groups that will be able to give current info as well. We like going there for a day trip, sort of like a mini vacation. We do know they have some great restaurants and the wide roads and parking is awesome. Great for walking and cooker temperature

@justinjay9501

Жыл бұрын

@@mikecaprock9684 Volcan has more culture, cool climate, few gringos that makes it nice, new streets, sidewalks, traffic circle.....boquete is an Americanized resort town with bat sht crazy liberals, crap infrastructure...maybe go there for a day or 2, then run away...

@PeterDavila-mx9ni

3 ай бұрын

@@justinjay9501 I loved your comment. Boquete, as a resort town. With so many expats there, that's how I imagine Boquete. That's why I'm investigating Volcan for my retirement. I'm conservative, love farms, the outdoors and peace and quiet life.

Lovely video, thanks. Love the changing weather. Just like home! Didn't get a sense of an actual "town centre" though. Is there one? We are considering trying for a month and would like to do so without renting a car. Also, might you point us to a good and up-to-date website. Interested in opportunities for music, art, etc. Many thanks.

nice videos= subscribed!

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

Friends of us are living in Volcan

Hello, great informative video. I was there January 30th 2023 and loved it enough , considering moving there sometime near future. Is there a lot of empty business buildings for rent on the main stretch? If you happen to know average house price within 15 minute drive. Thank you

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Hi, I suggest to check some of the on line realestate companies like encuentra24, inside panama real estate, Craigslist or Casa Solutions, to get an idea. There are always places available. Thank you for watching our videos

Volcan is not the next Boguete. Volcan will be much bigger than Boquete because the area is much larger and there are multiple ways in and out of Volcan. There is enough room in the central Volcan area that a city could easily be built. The roads continue on to Serrano on the Costa Rica border, Cerro Punta, and also Caison through Barriles. Boquete is in a small grotto at the end of the road although very nice also. Many of us chose Volcan on purpose to avoid Boquete because of the large expat influence in Boquete.

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Great comment, thank you.

@swtexan6502

Жыл бұрын

Cerro Punta has also caught our eye as it's off the beaten path. A little cooler, as well- we've heard. Thanks.

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

@@swtexan6502 hi, yes its cooler and very beautiful.

@panamareg

Жыл бұрын

@@swtexan6502 it is also more than a bit rainier as well as having a lot of farming chemicals. Also Cerro Punta might be a bit further off the beaten track than you want ... Not many restaurants, bars, supermarkets or hardware stores. Wild Bill chose to live above Guadalupe because it would be easier to dispose of inconvenient.... Uh.... Things.

@swtexan6502

Жыл бұрын

@@panamareg I don't really care about bars- quiet is what I'm aiming for at this stage of the game. Thanks for the insight.

Nice twon

Thanks for the info. I’m looking into a Feb visit for 2-3 weeks. Any suggestions on short term rentals. How much is a gallon or liter of gas? Bill

One thing that is important to me is bicycling, and from what I can see from your video, when driving through town, the sidewalks look very nice for bicycling and walking. You can't say that about a lot of x pat towns. Can you tell me how much a liter or gallon of gas is? I'm an avid reader, Is there a library in town and would any of the books be in english? Thanks Bill

@freedom55adventure

5 ай бұрын

Yes they have a library in Volcan. We see some people riding road bikes around different parts of Panama. The roads are not wide and the cyclists share the road with the vehicles. If you come to visit you will get an idea if cycling will work for you here.

How is Volcan different from El Valle? Same size towns?

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Well for one it's cheaper

Is there public transport in Volcan or do you need to have a car to live there?

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Hi, there are bus and taxi services to get around town or to other destinations in Panama, including David for shopping.

@Fala5000

Жыл бұрын

@@freedom55adventure Thanks so much for your prompt response.

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Anytime, we try to help.

For us newcomers not-yet-world-travelers, maybe offer up what “the new Boquete” means? A little more background and locale orientation.

@CalFunInSun

Жыл бұрын

Like where am I? What am I doing here? Where am I going? There was some of that but a lot more that sort intro would have been really nice, get my feet planted better. Thanks!

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Hi, thank you for your comment. Boquete is getting very pricey and busy , but many like the cooler temperatures that Boquete is known for. Volcan offers a very similar experience at a lower cost.

@mskeeyae958

Жыл бұрын

Is there a way to get to the beach from Volcan? How far?

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Hi, it’s about 2 hours to the closest beach, Playa la Barqueta.

Próximo

Looks a bit challenging for older folks who need amenities close by and don't have a car.

@freedom55adventure

10 ай бұрын

We have public transportation everywhere. Getting around shouldn’t be a problem. It’s very cheap too

Can you help me with finding something clean. In David Chiriqui 1 bedroom fully furnished all utilities included.

@freedom55adventure

6 ай бұрын

Hi, yes no problem. Please send us more info including mobility issues etc. to freedom55adventure@gmail.com. thank you.

Are mosquitoes a big problem in Volcán?

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Hi, that is tough to answer. There are bugs like black flies, mosquito etc. And depending on the season there are more or less.

@buhdahto

Жыл бұрын

@@freedom55adventure Thank you for answering me.

@marionky

Жыл бұрын

Bugs are an issue, but not as bad as they were for us in Kentucky. Our first house had newer windows with tight-fitting screens, so bugs didn’t really get inside. They do now with our antiquated jealousy windows and torn up, bent screens. 😂

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Great info. Good to know.

@mykarma2

11 ай бұрын

@@freedom55adventure I'm coming to Panama next month for two weeks and plan on visiting Panama City and Boquete. Someone on line mentioned Volcan and am thinking of also visiting there. Are there places to rent that's near the stores are is Volcan more like a country city. Are there things to do for an old, single, female. Not partying but don't want to just be sitting in the house. lol

Do they have a gym by chance?

@freedom55adventure

10 ай бұрын

Hi, yes there are a few actually

@Sunflower00001

10 ай бұрын

@@freedom55adventure thank you

@Sunflower00001

10 ай бұрын

Do you know if anyone monitors that volcano?

@anncazares111

7 ай бұрын

⁠I appreciate your input and responses here. Thank you I need to swim for health, are there any pools open to the public??? I don’t wish to go to Boquete

This was a bit difficult to listen to. Some advice: If you come to Volcan [pronounced vol-CON] due to the changes in the Friendly Nations Visa, you will be required to purchase property. It a terrible change in the law. It increases the price of everything as more and more Ex-pats move here. And the locals know it. There's going to be some things you don't like. Keep in mind that you are a guest. People call themselves "Ex-pats" but they are immigrants. That's okay. Panamanians run things the way they do. For example, if you go to a fonda [pronounced PHONE-da] you will likely be served in a styrofoam container with plastic utensils. Less than ideal but that's they way it is. Darn tasty, very inexpensive. You know who isn't concerned with "plenty of parking"? Panamanians. Most get around by bus and taxi and it's fun and VERY inexpensive. A great way to practice your Espanol. You don't need a car. If you have ever found yourself complaining about fuel prices in North America, just wait. Want to get to a trailhead? Get a taxi. How do you get back? They will wait for you. Much more expensive but over a year, not having a vehicle will save you a ton. If you must have a vehicle, you don't need a giant SUV. Those monstrosities are pompous and out of place. You are likely going to have a housekeeper. Get to know her, practice your Espanol with her and understand she likely has an hour or more commute just to help you. Thank you for your consideration. Edit: Don't surprised if your housekeeper call in sick. She deals with nasty cleaning products all week, all year. Give her a break. Avoid solvents and bleach and such. It's mean. Ask her use use your benign products.

@freedom55adventure

8 ай бұрын

Hi, I don’t understand why it was difficult to listen to?

@freedom55adventure

8 ай бұрын

Additionally, you do NOT have to purchase property, you can invest the $200,000 in other ways.

@PeterDavila-mx9ni

3 ай бұрын

@@freedom55adventure I found your video excellent and easy to listen to.

Boquete and Volcan are marvelous places ...so what's wrong with that They are " out of place" Most of all Boquete ( and very soon Volcan ) is north americain city in Panama ( with few panamanians , very expensive to live according to panamanian wages) Some years ago I spent there the 4 of July .it was ( almost ) like USA

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Hi Raul. We did not say that there is anything wrong with either town As a matter of fact Volcan is beautiful.

@raulmonteiro8765

Жыл бұрын

@Freedom 55 Adventure of course there's nothing wrong It's just a matter of speaking ( well portuguese speaking) I spent there good times and I hope you too as well.... I" m just sharing the point of view of some of my Panamanian friends For me Panamá is the best Latin American country to live most of all for it's people

For the potential and landscape volcan offers, the new street design and arrangement has been the worst decision ever I say it responsibly. The trees ,the reductions on the lanes it's just a bad idea

@freedom55adventure

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. This is very informative for others. We try to stay neutral with our video's.