The Summit of the Americas has descended upon Panama City, and the town is abuzz with excitement. The town is also very, very crowded. With thousands of delegates, security, and journalists piling in, there are lots of road closures, and moving around the city is...
Panama City, Panama is known for having some of the world’s tallest and newest skyscrapers. It’s one of the fastest growing cities in Latin America, and has a booming commercial and residential Real Estate market. And as Panama keeps building up and up, despite all...
One of the most important factors in deciding where you want to live and work is the cost of living. How much you have to spend factors into how much you have to make, what type of lifestyle you can afford to live, and where you’ll need to live. But as an outsider,...
Though it’s technically winter in the northern hemisphere, in Panama, January through March is considered “Summer” as it’s the hot, dry season. And while some Panamanians and expats may have vacation time, many who work are limited to being weekend warriors, who get...
The holiday season is in full swing all over the world, and Panama is no exception. And while some holiday traditions may be celebrated a bit differently, New Year’s is one that’s pretty similar to North America. It’s the beginning of the high season for tourism, the...
In the past five years, Panama’s tourism industry has grown at an unprecedented rate. In fact, Panama is currently in the largest tourism, and tourism-related economic boom in the country’s history. And this means big business for hotels. It’s no secret that Panama...
For many people coming to work or retire in Panama, there may be a bit of a culture shock in the beginning. It’s hard to imagine with how modern, and fast-growing the city is, combined with its international style and reputation. But the main reason people feel a bit...
For many who follow politics in Panama, it was inevitable. The government has decided to shut down its bi-annual immigration fair, in order to stem the inflow of illegal immigrants, and encourage people to go through other legal venues to become residents and...
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...
