Panama City is a packed metropolis, known for its hustle and bustle, business center, and luxury residential, office, and hotel towers. These have become the public face of Panama City, and the iconic symbols of a city, and country on the rise. But if you talk about...
Moving to Panama
Panama’s Month of “Fiestas Patrias”: Understanding the importance of November
If you’ve ever experienced the month of November in Panama, you know that it is unlike any other month of the year when it comes to experience. November is the “mes de la patria”, or “patriotic month” in English, where most of the country’s non-religious national...
4 Things to Know About Panama’s Month of National Holidays
November is here, and that means it’s party time for Panama. Well, to be honest, it means much more than that, but the mood is certainly festive on the isthmus, and it’s a great time to celebrate national pride with the Panamanians. Panama celebrates five national...
Meet Wingo, Copa Holdings’ New Low-Cost International Carrier
Good news for travelers in Panama and Colombia! Copa Holdings, the parent company of Copa Airlines, announced the launch of a new low-cost airline that will have a hub in Panama City, and connect travelers with a variety of cheap, fun, international and domestic...
5 Ways to Practice and Master Your Spanish While in Panama
No matter what the reason you’re living in Panama for (or even visiting), you’re going to want to know, and learn as much Spanish as possible while you’re here. This is not only a great way to get by, but will endear you to the locals in a way that you can’t do...
Top 4 Things to Do During 1 Week Trip to Panama
If you’re looking at relocating to Panama, retiring in Panama, or investing in Panama, you’re going to want to check out the country for yourself first. Panama is easy to get to from anywhere in the Americas, as well as Europe, and makes for a great “research” trip,...
Isla Taboga: Panama’s best-known island secret
You may have heard of Isla Taboga. You may have not. But one thing’s for sure; this little island in the Panama Bay is one of the best-known secrets for both locals and expats, and is a gem of a beach escape just minutes from downtown Panama City. This island is...
How to Live in Panama on a Fixed Income
For most people who move to Panama, the cost of living, and being able to enjoy more on a limited budget is a big part of the draw. Living on a fixed income in Panama is not only possible, it’s a reality for many expats, and one that still allows them to enjoy life to...
Top 5 Places to Bring Friends and Family When They Visit Panama
If you’re living, studying, working, or retiring in Panama, there is bound to be a time when your friends and family are going to want to visit you. Believe it or not, though, this can be a daunting task, and feel like a lot of pressure to make everyone happy,...