John Clement's Page

"Tracopa bus company goes to Costa Rica. They have an office at the bus terminal. They have a departure at 8:30 AM. ."

"A friend of mine visited with Global Bank in David. He said they did wire transfers and were reasonable."

"I think Penny is right.The great thing is it is an express and makes few stops. If you take any night bus be sure and bring a light sweater. They keep the a/c on low. "

"You might consider going to Bambito passed Volcan. Go to the rainbow trout farm. Buy some fish, take them upstream and set them free. Then find a fishing spot downstream. I have not done this.  It would be interesting to learn if this works."

"Thank you so much. "

"No the Cruise ship port is in the city of Colon."

"Is this Isla Colon near Bocas Del Torro?"

"If you take the bus be sure and bring a sweater. The a/c on the night buses are turned down low.  "

"As a tourist you are entitled to 30 days of free medical emergency insurance provided by Panama. When you arrive at Tocumen Intentional just ask your airline representative how to sign up. I have been told it is a simple process to sign up.…"

"Thanks, Larry.  Sounds like making exit arrangements before coming would be the safest route. We agreed to bring items for others in our household shipment but it has been indefinetly postponed and I'm feeling bad about…"

"The ship sails out of Colon every week or so until the season ends about April.  It sails on two slightly different itinerary around the Caribbean on alternate weeks.  The cruises are popular, so do not expect a 'cheap'…"

"Whether you  require a ticket out of Panama, from my experience, is a function of the mood of the immigration officer processing you. Some times they never even ask, other times they are like bulldogs and peruse the ticket at great length. BUT…"

"Can a non-resident use this cruise and enter the country of Panama without having proof of a departure date, or would we need proof an exit flight within the 180 day limit?  What are the luggage size or weight restrictions?  Do…"

"Good Info. thanks.  Do you know of any other dates?"

"I think I googled re-location cruises.  "