Is It Hard to Make Friends After Moving to Panama? (Our Honest Experience)

Moving abroad sounds exciting… until you wonder: Will we be lonely? How do you make friends as expats? When we moved to Panama City, we didn’t know a single person. No built-in social circle. No family. No network. Starting over socially in a new country can feel intimidating — especially as adults. In this video, we share the real truth about making friends abroad and how we built a friend group after moving to Panama. From condo life and expat WhatsApp groups to beach trips, potluck dinners, game nights, and everyday life in Panama — this is what expat social life actually looks like. If you’re dreaming about moving overseas, retiring abroad, or becoming an expat in Panama, this video will help you understand what life is really like beyond cost of living and apartment tours. ✨ Topics covered: • Making friends as an adult abroad • Expat life in Panama City • How expat communities really work • Building a social circle after moving overseas • The reality of loneliness when moving abroad • Where expats meet friends in Panama • How to create your own friend group Whether you’re planning to move to Panama, researching expat life, or just curious about living abroad, we hope this helps you feel more confident about taking the leap. 🌎 Subscribe to Wander Open Roads for real life in Panama, apartment tours, cost of living, and expat lifestyle and check out our FREE resources at Wanderopenroads.com