What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Puerto Armuelles. They wrote...
"Expats in Puerto Armuelles often find the language barrier to be the most challenging aspect of the local culture. Many locals speak Spanish as their primary language, and while some may be able to communicate in English, it is not as widely spoken as it is in other parts of the country. Additionally, expats may find the slower pace of life in Puerto Armuelles to be a challenge, as it is much more relaxed than the hustle and bustle of larger cities. Finally, expats may find the local customs and traditions to be unfamiliar, as they may be quite different from what they are used to," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Puerto Armuelles, Panama.
Other Questions:
- What should I pack when moving to Puerto Armuelles?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Puerto Armuelles?
- Will I be able to find a job in Puerto Armuelles?
- What is life like in Puerto Armuelles?
- What do expats in Puerto Armuelles appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Puerto Armuelles?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Puerto Armuelles accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Puerto Armuelles like?
- What are healthcare services like in Puerto Armuelles?
- What are medical services in Puerto Armuelles like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Puerto Armuelles?
- What are emergency services like in Puerto Armuelles?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Puerto Armuelles?
- How are local medical facilities in Puerto Armuelles?
- As a foreigner living in Puerto Armuelles, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
What do expats find most challenging?
If you live in Puerto Armuelles, newcomers to Puerto Armuelles would love to hear your answer to this question.