It Was A Full House During A Recent Soda Stereo Rock Concert In Panama
Music in Panama is just as diverse as its residents. From Caribbean beats to good old rock and roll, there’s music for all ears in Panama. What is perhaps most interesting about music in Panama is that it is rarely age specific.

Filed under: Culture, News on September 3rd, 2008 | 1 Comment »

We Are All “Americans”
The term “American” is often misused in everyday conversations. Residents of the United States of America are commonly referred to as “Americans”. This abbreviation is so common that most people do not give it a second thought. Panamanians often do.

Filed under: Culture, News on September 2nd, 2008 | 1 Comment »

Unless you want to look like a tourist, which I think is highly unbeneficial (cabbies rip you off, people stare at you etc, the bouncer at Decapolis will deny you entrance but tell you “can sit in the pool area…” ) I highly recommend my “What to Wear in Panama Tips.” Spread the love.

Filed under: Culture on September 1st, 2008 | 1 Comment »

Hand-Line Fishing In Panama
Many tourists come to Panama to experience the great deep sea fishing available off the coasts. Far fewer visitors have had an opportunity to take part in a much simpler type of fishing: hand-line fishing.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, News, Sports on August 26th, 2008 | No Comments »

What Do Panamanians Have Against Monogamy?
Whether it be a young teenage couple or a couple married for 20 years, everyone in Panama seems to be cheating. Panamanians seem to be a lot more accepting of infidelity than North Americans are. Adultery sometimes seems like the national past time in Panama.

Filed under: Culture, News on August 13th, 2008 | 8 Comments »

Plantain Chips, A Popular Panamanian Street Snack
Panama serves up a wide variety of food, from fried fare to fresh fish. The staples in Panama are rice and beans, usually served with chicken or beef. Some of the most interesting and tasty food can be found with street vendors.

Filed under: Culture, Food, News on August 11th, 2008 | 1 Comment »

One Of The Many Large Fish Caught In Pedasi
Playa Arenal in Pednuasi hosted its annual fishing tournament this past weekend. The event is popular with Panamanians as well as foreigners. More than 50 boats took to the water off Pedasi to compete for the top prize of an outboard motor.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, News, Sports on August 6th, 2008 | No Comments »

After living in Panama for some months now I have a bit more perspective on what it’s like to be a woman in Central America. Granted, I am a foreign woman, but here are my thoughts on the best of times and worst of times to be a lady here.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture on August 1st, 2008 | No Comments »

Albert Einstein’s Head in El Cangrejo
Panama is known for having a rich blend of people from many countries, religions and backgrounds. Much of this diversity can be attributed to the construction of the Panama Canal. The Jewish community in Panama is quite large and the population has had a very distinct impact on the country.

Filed under: Culture, History, Living & Retirement, News on July 31st, 2008 | 3 Comments »

Panama Has Some Important Choices To Make
Panama is currently dealing with a number of issues that will determine whether or not the country will continue to be a top destination for tourists and retirees. Much of the future will depend on who is elected to run the country next year.

Filed under: Culture, Living & Retirement, News, Politics, Real Estate on July 29th, 2008 | 2 Comments »

Thousands Of Panamanians Enjoy Santiago Patronales
Anyone who has been to Panama knows that Panamanians are partiers. They seize any opportunity to get together with friends and family, eat, drink and there’s always music. Santiago Patronales is one of the wildest parties in Panama, and it can almost be too much for a foreigner to bear.

Filed under: Culture, News on July 28th, 2008 | 2 Comments »

A Sunset Over The Pacific Ocean in Panama’s Interior
People often refer to themselves as country folks or city folks. I don’t think you could take someone who is used to living in Manhattan and move them to Volcan. I am sure someone used to living in small town Ohio would have to adjust to living [...]

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, Living & Retirement, News on July 25th, 2008 | No Comments »

Panama’s Traditions On Display In Veraguas
As the town of Las Tablas recovers and cleans up from the Santa Librada Festival, Santiago is now gearing up for their annual party. Santiago Patronales takes place this coming weekend in the province of Veraguas.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, News on July 24th, 2008 | No Comments »

Celebrating Santa Librada In Las Tablas
Everything you ever wanted to know about Panamanian culture could be found this weekend in Las Tablas at the Santa Librada festival. The festival has a distinct religious aspect, but the country’s culture and traditions were just as prominent.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, News, Reviews on July 22nd, 2008 | No Comments »

There Are Many Advantages Panama Has Over Countries Further North
Every country in the world has its advantages and disadvantages. These are some of my favourites in Panama.

Filed under: Culture, News, Reviews on July 15th, 2008 | 2 Comments »