Digital Nomad Life in Bocas del Toro, Panama
Summary: Bocas del Toro, Panama is a popular destination for digital nomads due to its low cost of living, beautiful beaches, and vibrant culture. The approximate population of Bocas del Toro, Panama is around 50,000 people. The monthly cost of living for a digital nomad in Bocas del Toro is around $1,000 USD. It costs around $400 USD to rent a centrally located, one-bedroom apartment with high-speed internet access in Bocas del Toro. The best neighborhood to live in is Isla Colon, as it is the main island and has the most amenities. The weather in Bocas del Toro, Panama is generally warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit.
How do I meet people in Bocas del Toro?
When we asked people living in Bocas del Toro about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"Expats in Bocas del Toro often join clubs and activities such as yoga, surfing, and sailing. There are also many expat-run businesses in the area, such as restaurants, bars, and tour companies, which provide opportunities to meet other expats. Additionally, expats often meet people through word of mouth, by attending local events, or by joining online expat groups," remarked one foreigner who made the move to Bocas del Toro.
"Besides the bars and restaurants, there are fitness classes, Spanish classes, dive lessons, Catamaran tours, Live music venues, the beaches, volunteer opportunities and just meeting people walking down the street," explained one person living in Bocas del Toro, Panama.
What is life like in Bocas del Toro?
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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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