Panama Posts

Why Panama's Pensianado visa is such a great deal Panama has a pension program unmatched by any other country in Latin America. It is the top reason that so many foreign retirees have…
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The Museum of Biodiversity (Biomuseo) is set to open in January 2014 After over 10 years of construction, several delays and a cost of more than $93 million dollars, Panama’s Biomuseo…
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How a little suitcase space can make a big difference After my first visit to Bocas del Toro I came across an article that talked about an international nonprofit agency called “Pack…
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A tropical challenge for runners at all levels On December 1st, 2013 Panama City will host its 37th International Marathon. This race is the oldest marathon in Central and South…
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Tips for a Pleasant and Productive Trip Exposing children to travel early in life is one of the best ways to introduce cultural differences and teach tolerance. Although it may seem…
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The Americas get a Green Belly Button When is a green belly button a good thing? When you’re referring to Panama’s little town of Penonome and its 110 new wind turbines, of course!…
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Part 1 - An extraordinary economic growth spurt continues November 3rd is a national holiday in Panama, celebrating the country’s independence from Columbia in 1903. In 2003, one…
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I may have just tasted the nectar of the Gods! On a recent trip to Boquete, I asked a realtor friend where I could get a sample of the Geisha coffee that is grown in the area. I read…
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Language in Panama English as a Second Language In Panama most people speak Spanish, the official language of the country. The Spanish in Panama is closer to Caribbean than Central…
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Part 1 of 3 - Craft Beers with a Tropical Twist Do you know that according to the 2011 Food and Lifestyle Report from the Kirin Institute, Panama ranks 11th in the world for beer…
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