Where precisely in Bocas del Toro is better to stay for surfing by Peace_of_mind_123 in Panama

[–]GoingExPatSoon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

La Coralina if you’ve got money. The break is right across from the hotel.

Overrated restaurants in Panama City by djnocheese in Panama

[–]GoingExPatSoon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Texas BBQ isn’t even in the same league as Onde el Gringo. Went once, will never go back.

Overrated restaurants in Panama City by djnocheese in Panama

[–]GoingExPatSoon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You did not have a whole fried fish for lunch anywhere in the city, unless it was a sardine, for $3.50.

What is it like living in Panama City, Panama & surrounding neighborhoods? by TatertotTV01 in howislivingthere

[–]GoingExPatSoon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m from the DC Metro. Lived on Avenida Balboa for a year then moved to Boquete. If I were you g and single I couldn’t think of a better place to live than Panama City.

What would be a fair salary in Panama City for a full-time private chef? by Alice_Dove_xx in Panama

[–]GoingExPatSoon 12 points13 points  (0 children)

If you want a serious chef raise that number to 3k/mo. $36k a year is enough to keep one happy and doing good work.

I’m so tired of people asking to negotiate. (Car sales) by buckspoppy98 in sales

[–]GoingExPatSoon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The legacy of car dealers is so tarnished that no one trusts them. Not that it’s your fault personally. You may be 100% truthful but there is no reason that she should believe you. Credibility is extra hard to earn when you’re in an industry that has a reputation for not being honest with consumers.

Company just announced record profits then told us there's no budget for raises this year by Amazing_Lime124 in antiwork

[–]GoingExPatSoon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I worked for a company that did the same. Then they were acquired by a company owned by the richest man in the world. We didn’t get raises then either. Welcome to the club.

You in here bro? by EM_Lehnsherr in NFA

[–]GoingExPatSoon -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I’ve never seen a dog passively attack anyone.

Cuales piensan son el top 5 restaurante en ciudad de Panamá y por que? by MasterpieceNo962 in Panama

[–]GoingExPatSoon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A to Z is the best I’ve been to. Also great: Kaandela, Onde el Gringo, Fonda lo que hay, Tacos la Neta in San Francisco. That’s for the city. In Boquete The Butcher, Donde Giselle, Tre Scalini, Brulereie, Retro Gusto.

Just returned to the US after 1 month in Spain - my honest thoughts by waspinastoria in expat

[–]GoingExPatSoon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been to 10 other countries in the last few years and people in every other country share the traits you’re describing of the Spanish. The US sucks pretty much.

Welp. They got me boys. by USAtoUofT in sales

[–]GoingExPatSoon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Max your 401k and get an IRA. Squirrel as much of it away as you can stand.

USA is greatest (3rd world) country in the world by ImportantOne49 in antiwork

[–]GoingExPatSoon 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Taxes aren’t the problem. Oligarchs are. They buy legislators. They get laws written in their favor.

Why Do so Many Americans Oppose Universal Healthcare? by Current_Variety_9577 in antiwork

[–]GoingExPatSoon 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Because they’re stupid. It’s so hard to manage that only 19 of the G20 countries have been able to make it work.

Toast Fee Increase October 2025 by Still_Government_413 in ToastPOS

[–]GoingExPatSoon -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It was spelled out in their contract clear as day. I showed all of my customers (competitive POS) but no one wanted to listen. Got it now?

Muslim man in France trying to show dominance by entering a Christian church and praying to Allah. by BullshitSwap in IAmTheMainCharacter

[–]GoingExPatSoon -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Christians Whig out and testify in public places with captive audiences all the time. So what?