BLAST Tours & Coaching to Live Your Best Life Abroad

26/01/2023

I am feeling a vibe for sure! Haven't seen the remnants of my stuff for a while. Pandemic slowed down my efforts.

I did downsize and got rid of a lot of furniture, but this is what I cleared out of a small storage.

19/08/2022

From my client Deloris Young, who has recently relocated to Panama with the assistance of BLAST! So, if you want to get out, get coached!

Hola! Greetings Ladies!
It was about two years ago that I started to think seriously about leaving the states once I retired, because I was tired of the cold, and I did not want to drive any more. More importantly, I just wanted to have a more relaxed and simpler lifestyle, so I started looking at places overseas. I thought of a lot of countries, but I settled on Panama, because it seemed like the place I was looking for, especially, the weather and affordability.
I have now been in Panama two weeks. My first solo trip, I arrived in Panama City on Friday the 5th. I met with my attorney on Monday, the 8th and had my temporary visa in hand on Thursday, the 11th after spending less than 2 hours at immigration. I am now in Chiriqui, specifically Dolega which is halfway between David and Boquete. I think I will like it here while I settle in and figure out where I will end up, possibly the highlands of Cerra Punta.
But I wanted to share how my getting here was a blessing. After posting in the 60+ Black Women Expat Group, Joyce Barr came to my rescue. She was a godsend. She took me under her wings and helped me all the way here. Folks! I had never left the states or flown! She coached me on everything I needed to do to make my relocation happen, such as providing information on the requirements needed to relocate, help with applying for passport and other documents needed, to referring me to a great immigration attorney. Her assistance with every important detail including help with the medical affidavit and what steps I would go through at the airports was very much appreciated. It helped to keep me calm for my first flight. She advised what hotel I needed for my budget, arranged for my airport pickup, and even accompanied me to the lawyer. BLAST coaching has been by my side every step of the way. Even after my arrival I am still being supported. Her assistance in arranging rides to the immigration office, helping me find a place to live, best places to shop, where the bus stops are, the whole nine yards. I am here to tell you I would not be in Panama this easily, or at all, if she had not coached me here. She went far beyond what I expected and still does. Her knowledge and experience combined with her caring nature, makes her a great coach for us boomers. So, I highly recommend her services if you are considering relocating abroad to Panama.
I am off to a great start, and I know my Panama adventure will only get better.

14/07/2022

When You Know, You Know!

When contemplating a move abroad for retirement, especially where you will go, it is also the time to decide if you are ready to take the plunge and step into the expat lifestyle. Moving abroad may sound exciting since it will certainly be full of new experiences and some of those quite possibly cha...

29/06/2022

An excellent treatise on the expat culture!

Heard the term expat and have no idea what it means? Here is the definition..and some of the common types of expats.
https://bit.ly/3yq9UCo

24/06/2022

Living Better for Less in Panama! 🇵🇦

Over 3.5 years, I've lived in four cities and six neighborhoods here in Panama. Here is what I’ve loved about each Panamanian city I’ve lived in.

04/06/2022

Join me this Friday, June 10th as I share with Amanda my expat experience and how I came to create BLAST! to help others in their BLAXIT journey.

We're talking retiring abroad. Join us on Friday, June 10th EST as we chat with expat coach and retiree, Joyce Barr of BLAST Tours & Coaching to Live Your Best Life Abroad. She's sharing what's she learned from her own experience moving to Panama and gives us some key insight on how to design this next chapter of your life.

It’s free but you have to register. To register: https://bit.ly/3PVdafZ

[And if you want some more insight into Joyce's personal story, check out her episode next week on The Global Chatter podcast].

04/06/2022

Are you ready to get your BLAXIT on yet?
Unfortunately your survival may depend on it.

Get coached to get out!

15/05/2022

Connect and Share!

13/05/2022

It's Never too Late to Live Your Best Life!💃🏾🥳🇵🇦🏖

For retirees in Panama, or Pensionados as they are called, a special lifestyle of leisure, culture, and wildlife experiences awaits.

13/05/2022

It's not all hype!
Schedule your free session TODAY!

Want to retire in Panama? This expat shares her thoughts on why retirement in Panama is a perfect choice, from affordability to great coffee.

24/03/2022

Panama City, Panama! Not Panama City, FL 🤣🤣🤣

15/03/2022

Are you undergoing unusual umbrage? Feeling uncontrollable anxiety? Are you unsure what to do next? Do not despair, my friends. There are many of us who feel the same way. The challenge at this point is to be even more patient with ourselves, to strive to be ever present so that we can persevere and...

17/02/2022

Are You Ready to Blast, Blaxit, or Just Plain Bail? Societal restrictions, such as mask mandates, social distancing, and vaccine passports are facing a growing backlash as we enter year three of covid-19’s persistent dominion. As we reminisce our old routines, yearning for a return to a sense of n...

17/01/2022

"Hate Cannot Drive Out Hate
Only Love Can Do That"

31/12/2021

With all my heart, may the coming year show you all the promise and opportunity for living your best life!🚀🌎🙌🏾👊🏾

07/12/2021

👀This special event is being rescheduled to February 2023!👀

06/12/2021

01/12/2021

Galentine Lovefest!
💥This Event Rescheduled!💥

30/11/2021

26/11/2021

23/11/2021

Going against the grain, I always gain!

22/11/2021

Do it Anyway!
It's Never too Late...

12/11/2021

I am really excited about this one! So, Let's Go!

27/10/2021

Let's Go!

14/10/2021

Don't be worrying about a thang!🥰🙅🏽‍♀️💃🏽👑🥳