There are many ways to get around in Panama. When it comes down to basic transportation, buses, taxis, and the subway are good options. However, when you need something more private, more spacious, and more luxurious, there are some great alternatives. While...
When many people think of Panama, they think of the Canal, the big city skyline, and the beaches. These days, you can add Boquete to that list. If Panama is considered one of the world’s top retirement destinations, Boquete is considered the top retirement town....
Panama truly is a country with international flavor and culture, and the restaurant and nightlife scene is no different. For many years, Panama City was well known for having culinary influences from all over Latin America, Asia, and southern Europe. But today, the...
The real estate market in Panama is a hot topic with locals and foreigners, and with good reason. Panama recently underwent a major real estate boom, and currently, construction is at an all-time high. These days, there seems to be something for everybody. Whether...
Casco Viejo, Panama, the colonial-era neighborhood of Panama city that hugs the coastline, is booming these days. What is undoubtedly the biggest tourist draw in the capital (and possibly the country), Casco Viejo, officially named Casco Antiguo, is going through a...
Part of what makes Panama so attractive to tourists, and businesses, is its location. It is the bridge between North and South America, straddling two oceans, and connecting two continents. It is a small country, with a small population; but, the amount of people who...
Being happy and positive are truly subjective feelings. That doesn’t mean, however, that where you live can’t affect how happy you are. And according to one study, Panama is the place to be. In fact, Latin America in general seems to rank high on the happiness scale....
Panama City, Panama can be a hectic place to get around, especially if you’re a newcomer; but it doesn’t have to be. Like any major metropolitan city, there are many options for transportation fit for any budget. Driving is often the most direct, and certainly a...
After years of heavy development, accelerated construction growth, and a seemingly never-ending traffic problem, the bay of Panama has taken a hit. Environmentally speaking, it’s become a real problem. City waterways and run-offs have been neglected and polluted, and...
