Comments for Panama's Land of Plenty Fish at http://www.thepanamareport.com , comment 1 to 16 out of 16 comments http://www.thepanamareport.com Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:17:18 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1776 Bobby. So you're thinking about moving to Panama.... and you've never visited the country outside of Tocumen Airport? I lived in Panama for almost 7 years from the late 80s into the 90s, and returned for the fishing and girls for vacation every year except this one -- my love affair with the country is definitely over and has been for the last few years. Fluent in Spanish, traveling with a Panamanian girlfriend, I have been everywhere in Panama except Darien and Bocas del Toro. As far as beautiful beaches, the US and Mexico are far far superior in that regard. The fishing has crashed unless you're rich and can afford the exorbiant prices of Pinas Bay or Mother Boats near Hannibal Banks; I guess there's always bass fishing in Gatun for $100 or so a day. Heat, crime, bugs, rain, poor infrastructure, trash come to mind whenever I think of Panama, anywhere in Panama. Nickel and diming gringos is becoming de rigor, I suppose encouraged by the imbecilic foreigner invasion. Pedasi, Chiriqui, the Perlas have some charm, but it's wearing off fast as foreigners move in (and then out!). Panama City is a nightmare of traffic and noise although dining out and the nightlife are good. Unlike a lot of shortsighted folks who got caught up on the hype and real estate speculation, spend a few months living/traveling around the country before you think about actually buying property and living here. - DMorgan Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:37:03 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1772 Good afternoon all, I find myself ready to leave the rat race hear in New Jersey/New York City USA, my Spanish is not great but no problem my wife is from Medellin Colombia and her English is not great also :D I have heard many good things about Panama and after passing threw the Panamanian Airport many times on my way to Colombia next time the trip will be to Panama. What I want to know and please feel free to tell it like it is, I would love to purchase a piece of property within 20 minutes to one of the many beautiful beaches in Panama, I am not rich by any means but hope there still are areas where 65K or under I may find a piece of property to plant my vegtables and call it home,. I am a person who when fishing feels like he is on top of the world and need to be within driving distance of the water. I have thought many times of moving to Colombia maybe Cartagena but its just too crowded there. Would love to hear any insight you may have. Thanks Robert - Bobby Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:00:22 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1641 La Mer. Have you been to Maria Chiquita? If you have, I'm surprised you'd even think of recommending this place. The 10-15 minutes drive from Sabanitas to Maria Chiquita, then the place itself would be enough to turn anyone off. Then there's the rain.... - DMorgan Sun, 17 May 2009 14:39:24 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1491 Mmmmmmm....I smell fish. Oh, La Mer. The smell of fish is strong. I might even go for a dip with the gorgeous young Matt and La Mer. Double dipping would be fun! - Philomena Hoel Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:55:33 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1477 detailed info about developments around Pedasi + some other beach resorts here: http://www.ultimateescapes.com/pdf/mediacoverage/Crittenden_Dec15%202008.pdf - La Mer Sat, 28 Mar 2009 13:35:14 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1475 An interesting comparison between Azuero and Guanacaste in a recent article found on eyeonpanama: http://www.eyeonpanama.com/panama’s-azuero-peninsula’s-investment-advice/ Anyway, Alan, you got my vote on seeing beautiful Azuero and the Pedasi Coast project on my next visit to Panama. - La Mer Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:10:50 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1474 This morning I looked up Gilles Saint Gilles' development at azueros.com. Many parts are currently sold out. The prices are VERY high but at least, there seems to be enough infrastructure, the possibility to buy fresh fruts and vegges inside the reserve and a lot of entertainment on site. Maintenance fees are extremely high as well (we're talking $180 to $500 per month). Now, by comparison to Azueros, the development on Pedasi Coast that Alan talkes about seems cheap but in itself isn't because, as it seems, there is no proper infrastructure in place and the project is in the very early stages. A big plus is the gated community concept -- I believe that's highly needed in Panama for safety pursposes. Someone mentioned Coronado on the Pacific Coast which is easily accessible from Panama City. What are the prices for land close to the beach in Coronado? I would mention the beach community development that is closest to Panama City ( 1 h on the soon to be highway). This one is on the Carribean side on the Maria Chiquita beach (more rain I guess but also more lush vegetation) and it features apartments in low rise bdg. as opposed to houses. Any informed opinions about this project? - La Mer Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:56:39 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1473 I fully agree with B.Byrd. It will take years to bring there sufficient infrastructure. I’d rather prefer Coronado where you already have it all in place and price difference is very modest. - Edward Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:37:10 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1472 Pedasi is overpriced, limited in variety/accesibility/beauty, and has a LONG way to go before there are any substantial infrastructure support beams. For me, getting in this early on this kind of market should be far less expensive - plus, some of those projects look super sketch - B. Byrd Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:05:58 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1471 Does anyone know how development is going in Pedasi? I was under the impression everything was slowing down to a stop but Ihear there is some sales action again? I have only been there twice but agree it is a unique identity. - Thelma Thu, 26 Mar 2009 14:05:02 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1470 Steve: I would compare the real estate scene between Santa Catalina and Pedasi area by simply stating the big money has been buying or completely bought big tracks of land on the water. Santa Catalina appears to be developing on a smaller scale and depending on what kind of scene you're looking for I can't recommend one against the other. It's more a personal preferance. I believe Santa Catalina will develop albeit on a more individual rather than developer driven projects. Flying out of Pedasi (cost is about ($110.00 return for both) it's just as easy as flying out of David. I did notice the native inhabitants of Pedasi to be a proud group of people who take care of the town. It's very clean with no garbage liter anywhere. Best to drive to each and see for yourself - Alan Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:58:17 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1469 La Mer: The beach in the Pedasi area is typical of the Pacific coast in Panama. Generally light grey mixed at times with a golden color. In some places it is striped with volcanic sand which is black. There are places that the sand is coral based (Isla Iguana) and it is almost white in color. Remember that the tides on the Pacific side can be as much as 18 feet every day. The Caribbean is just a couple of feet. So the Pacific coast is more turbulent. There are at least a dozen fabulous beaches in the Azueros area that are long and beautiful without rocks (See Playa Venado). In between there are rocky outcrops and in some places it is just smooth rocks. I recommend you go to google earth and see for yourself. Big Al - Alan Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:50:20 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1466 If any canadians reading this have bought or thinking of buying in costa Pedasi please be in touch with me. My wife have bought a waterfront lot and are trying to move down next year. ;D my email is ddennis@trebnet.com Cheers - don Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:07:50 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1464 al, how would you compare pedasi's real estate scene to the rest of azuero, specifically santa catalina and the western coast? i'm familiar with torio, mariato...etc but know very little about pedasi's region. thanks! - Steve Ruggerio Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:47:04 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1463 Fair enough. Your Azuero looks like a very attractive place. If I didn't buy on Costa Arriba, you would have gotten my vote for this development. Since you went there and see the beach can you please offer details about the land structure? Is it mostly rocky right next to the water ? This is how it looks in the pictures. Also, from the pictures, the sand looks fine, salt & pepper in color. Is that right? How much is a plane ticket from Panama City to Pedasi? - La Mer Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:00:23 +0100 http://www.thepanamareport.com/azuero-peninsula/pedasi/panamas-land-of-plenty-fish.html#comment-1460 The development in which I purchased a property, has sold the majority of their first phase and as of this time, there are a number of people drawing plans up for their houses. Great developer and builder. I begin to build my house this month March/09. lot #9 http://www.costapedasi.com See you in Pedasi! - UPDATE Wed, 25 Mar 2009 06:10:07 +0100