A friend of mine published a book earlier this year and I just got around to reading it.  It is extremely well thought out and while living in Boquete is pretty easy going, there are always challenges.  The Handbook is a great guide for those who are newbies and not so newbies like me.  Here is what the Author Dianne Heidke says about here book.

The Boquete (Not for Tourists!) Handbookgrows out of my experience of living here in Boquete for the past 6 years. The idea for this ebook was  to put together a really comprehensive, informational Guide that we, the residents of Boquete (and potential residents) could use on an ongoing basis.  Click on the picture of the book if you want to order a copy.

You don’t need to be a Boquete expert to live here (!) but if you want help in avoiding costly mistakes, wasting time and endless frustration, you do need the basic info that we ( who live here) know or constantly strive to know.

The number one time waster here is not knowing where to go for what. Not knowing“the process” . It drives everyone crazy. In the handbook you’ll find answers to questions like, Who runs the place ? What is the Gov’t structure? What do the police do? Where are they? What to do in an emergency (with contact numbers and tips) , plus all your necessary info for Getting around, Visas, Health Options, Property Rights and Process, Construction – both process and tips on Materials, Hiring people, saving $$ with Jubilado discounts, Where to stay, Where to go, What to do, Clubs and a wealth of other useful material.  “ Thanks Dianne also for your  Handbook: it is invaluable for  those thinking of moving to  Boquete.”  Carol A. Silver  Spring. MD USA. Oct 6 2010. 

You can order it through her web site at http://theboquetehandbook.com/