Hil

TV2 Live Coverage Of debate For Martinelli Warrant

The are in recess at the moment.

On my bucket list. I have plenty of time??

One of the few wonders here I haven't done yet.?

One other request has already been made to Interpol for one of Martinelli's crook friends. I forgot his name. He left quick after Varela took office.

Panama would make the request. Probably a treaty thing also.

If a warrant is issued and interpol is advised to hold------he will have to leave the U.S. or they will extradite him. They were talking warrant last Friday. I can't wait until tomorrow for the real deal.

6 hours ago, Pantah said:

Thanks again Hil. I read the same thing after I posted here. I was concerned that the "helper" guys were trying to pull off something. Totally agree that if you have all the right docs you should be OK.

I am little concerned that maybe now they require proof of payment of a ticket, rather than an unpaid reservation. I do believe they check the reservation number on their computers if they have time. I have in the past experience at five different Panama border control points, and it is always a moving target.

The reservation or itinerary has purchased on it, Pantah. Usually cancelled within 24hrs. By law in the USA they have to refund FULLY if you cancell within 24hrs.

2 hours ago, Hil said:

Pantah,

He didn't have all the correct documents or he had other issues (but failed to tell us why HE and WIFE were held up for a few hours). The do NOT hold you up if your documents are in order and you follow the rules. Read it close. Then he goes on to talk about "some guy" needed proof of plane fare out of country and didn't have it. None of this would have transpired had they been prepared. He complained the locals ripped "some guy" off at an internet cafe trying to get a copy of a ticket. There are holes all in his story. He even said he knows the laws have been changed and they have not. None of this would have happened if They had their documents in order. He also states they are making truckers wait long periods of time. He doesn't understand they have to inspect these trucks. The border closes at night and trucks line up all night waiting for the border to open and then it is a slow process for them to cross. There is more to his motives for giving out this information. Just what they are is unknown. But, it sounds like he doesn't like border hoppers and he was one for two years. These kinds of stories about Panama border crossings is what gives Panama a bad name, sadly.

Quote from Ross;       "The government is pushing immigration to stop those people who are misusing the system by doing border runs."

Another bit of misinformation. Crossing the border is perfectly legal with proper documentation. They could care less about your motives if you are legal and play by the rules and laws of Panama.  

He didn't have his cedula at the time. He didn't have correct documents at the time he thought he was being harrassed.

Pantah,

He didn't have all the correct documents or he had other issues (but failed to tell us why HE and WIFE were held up for a few hours). The do NOT hold you up if your documents are in order and you follow the rules. Read it close. Then he goes on to talk about "some guy" needed proof of plane fare out of country and didn't have it. None of this would have transpired had they been prepared. He complained the locals ripped "some guy" off at an internet cafe trying to get a copy of a ticket. There are holes all in his story. He even said he knows the laws have been changed and they have not. None of this would have happened if They had their documents in order. He also states they are making truckers wait long periods of time. He doesn't understand they have to inspect these trucks. The border closes at night and trucks line up all night waiting for the border to open and then it is a slow process for them to cross. There is more to his motives for giving out this information. Just what they are is unknown. But, it sounds like he doesn't like border hoppers and he was one for two years. These kinds of stories about Panama border crossings is what gives Panama a bad name, sadly.

Quote from Ross;       "The government is pushing immigration to stop those people who are misusing the system by doing border runs."

Another bit of misinformation. Crossing the border is perfectly legal with proper documentation. They could care less about your motives if you are legal and play by the rules and laws of Panama.  

Exactly, you can not get an online ticket (boarding pass). All you get is the itinerary for the flight and important info like where it says, "purchased" and "date" and "name" and "departure  country" and "desination country" and "passport number on it". It can be bus, ship or airplane.

Return ticket means; Your passport country. Or, onwared travel by land, air, or sea. In other words, transportation out of the country. This is a Panama  rule not the state department.

This Link below reads like ning. But it's not Virtual!!!! lol And some of this same behavior was there before the sale of Ning. So, it's a personal choice to stay there or leave. Personally, I think the horse has been beaten to death. My last comments on the other site.

http://www.newsherald.com/article/20151209/NEWS/151209189/?Start=2

6 hours ago, Penny said:

Keith asked what signs I see.

I see the business I am part owner of (Chiriqui Storage) almost totally full and we're buying new containers as fast as we can afford them.

I see new subscriptions at News.Boquete coming in a a rapid rate.

I see traffic jams everywhere in town (and I've been her for 12 high seasons)

I hear people talk abut the tight rental market.

I see attendance at the BCP market and meetings higher than ever; and also at the Sunday flea market in Dolega.

These are the signs I see.

Thanks Penny.

Looks like good metal screens.

The bug/insect screens are great. I've had one for over a year. Easy install with Velcro (sticky back for the door frame) and tacks come with it if you need them. Enjoy fresh air and no bugs. The magnets catch perfectly right behind you on the way in and out of the door. Everyone in my gated community has them. Good investment. We may not be thinking of the same screens. The one I have is not for security.

BBriand,

You are correct not everyone is in the same position as assumed by most around here. Some people learn a lot from questions instead of having all of the answers. 

Thank you.

Good Directions. Important in Panama.

I found the renderings and see the new bus terminal. I was betting they wouldn't move it. Wrong again.

I believe that is one of the farms I drove by near Volcan.

Click on this link. Then scroll down to entry,exit, and visa requirments. Onward travel by land, air or sea are the requirements for entry. Return ticket is considered onward travel.

http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/panama.html

I used a bus ticket to Costa Rica one time for entry (as onward travel) because I was going there on vacation----worked great.

What is the true definition of "Terrorist?"

What is the true definition of "Cult Leaders?

Very scary.

Penny,

If they haven't done so yet they will stop the upgrades to Win 7. I liked it also. I'm now in Win 8.1. I've gotten used to it but it was painfull. You won't need to change until some of your programs or features start to fail you that will not associate with Win 7. And, here's what happens to me and Win 10. Microsoft has attached an icon to my computer saying I can upgrade to Win 10. Well, I have been trying to inflict more pain on my self and install Win 10 free and it keeps telling me to wait. Well, I have been waiting for months. lol Stay with Win 7 as long a you can!!! 

4 hours ago, Chica de Chiriqui said:

I don't want to see personal photos posted, it clogs up the activity stream.  If I ignore the member, will they still be able to see my posts?

I post all my photos in an Album. It's the software running them in activity not me.

I was headed for David around 12:45 or 1pm and the police were everywhere around Las Trancas. The 4x4 truck, ATV and foot cops were headed into the woods. At least they are on top of this quick now. I'm curious how it was reported because it appears some quick action took place.

Breakfast Tuesday. Always enjoy it.

It is tough following rules. Some of us need a reminder at times. Even  me.