There are a few things to remember when losing or getting your passport stolen in Panama.  The first is to not do it on a weekend.  The second is to not do it on an American holiday.  The third is to not do it on a weekend followed by an American holiday, with plans to [...]

Filed under: News on October 16th, 2009 | 3 Comments »

Sometimes as residents of foreign countries we miss out on some of the opportunities that travelers have.  Sailing from Panama to Colombia is one of these opportunities that seems to only exist within the backpacking world.  However, with increasingly expensive plane tickets to South America and the Darien Gap being too dangerous to cross, hopping [...]

Filed under: Country Guide, Living & Retirement, News on September 23rd, 2009 | No Comments »

Panama tourism needs a minister who is crazy for change
Dear Mr. Shamah:
“Los Locos Somos” was a great slogan for President Martinelli’s campaign.  I heard that you and your advertising team were behind that concept.  As a fellow marketing guy, I am hoping that you and I speak the same language.  Despite our differences of [...]

Filed under: Business, News, Politics on August 13th, 2009 | 13 Comments »

I was told while at the beach that the tides have changed as of today and the first Mahi Mahi filled Panga came to the shores of Pedasi! 

Filed under: News on May 19th, 2009 | 1 Comment »

Happy Fans Cheer for Los Santos Baseball Team (Picture courtesy of La Prensa)

Last night was the final game of the Panama baseball season and Los Santos brought home the bacon!  How did I find out?  Horns honking through the streets of Pedasi around 10PM.

Filed under: News, Sports on May 15th, 2009 | No Comments »

Manuel Dapidran Pacquiao (aka Manny Pacquiao), considered widely to be the top boxer on earth, was spotted on the town last week according to readers in Panama City, Panama at several hot spots in the popular nightlife area of Calle Uruguay.
The Health Secretary of the Philippines, Francisco Duque had urged the fighter to delay his [...]

Filed under: News on May 12th, 2009 | 8 Comments »

Over the past six years, I’ve poured my personal life savings into various businesses and properties Panama.  Lately, I’ve had moments when I’m not completely sure WHY.
Now that this global financial crunch has turned many investor’s lives upside down, I’ve had my own time to pause and re-think my strategy for investing in Panama.  I’ve [...]

Filed under: Business, News, Real Estate on May 4th, 2009 | 4 Comments »

Pedasi (in the Azuero Peninsula) will host a fishing tournament next month, June 5-7th, 2009. The event is open to anyone who would like to participate and costs $85 dollars per boat. Prizes range from a brand new motor to hotel nights and cash.

Filed under: News on April 20th, 2009 | No Comments »

After living in Costa Rica and seeing the influx of surfers and tourists over the last decade, it’s a neat change to now live in Panama where I constantly feel like Cousteau while exploring the beaches and parks.

Filed under: News on April 16th, 2009 | No Comments »

Many people visiting Panama rely on taxis to get around. This is the easiest way to ruin a trip. I’ve come to hate taxi drivers. Let me tell you why.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, Living & Retirement, News on April 8th, 2009 | 9 Comments »

One of the most important things to know before moving to or visiting Panama, is that you cannot rely on ambulances. No matter the emergency, your best bet is most likely going to be to get yourself to the hospital.

Filed under: Country Guide, Living & Retirement, News on March 24th, 2009 | 1 Comment »

A small film crew from the Canadian province of Quebec is currently traveling throughout Panama to shoot an extended documentary/reality show about Panama. The group will spend more than a month in Panama, shooting footage and gaining insight in to life in Panama.

Filed under: News on March 17th, 2009 | No Comments »

Visitors to Panama who possess only a tourist card must leave the country every 90 days. Many people on a budget travel to Panama’s border towns, and cross over to Costa Rica for the mandatory 72-hour exit. This is probably one of the cheapest methods to reset your stay in Panama, but the border at [...]

Filed under: Country Guide, Living & Retirement, News on March 9th, 2009 | 1 Comment »

For those athletes out there, Panama is a great spot to partake in outdoor activities. Hiking, jogging, swimming, and surfing are all great exercise options in Panama. However, Panama does have many gyms available for when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Filed under: Country Guide, Culture, Living & Retirement, News on March 4th, 2009 | 2 Comments »

The US State Department has issued a very negative report about Panama’s judicial and prison system. Anyone who reads or watches the news in Panama will realize this report comes as no surprise.

Filed under: Culture, History, News on February 26th, 2009 | 1 Comment »