Panama is home to some of the world’s best coffee, known for its complexity and distinct flavor profile. The coffee industry in Panama has a rich history that stretches back centuries and continues to play an important role in the country’s economy today. Whether...
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10 Reasons Why Panama’s Health and Wellness Industry is Booming
Panama is quickly becoming a destination for health and wellness enthusiasts, and as the global trend grows, so does its popularity in Panama with both tourists and Panama residents. With its pristine nature, an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, and relaxed...
Panama’s Chinese Heritage: A true cultural melting pot story
The relationship between Panama and China, politically speaking, has been more of a recent partnership, with Panama shifting away Taiwan over the past five years. However, culturally speaking, Chinese roots in Panama are some of the oldest in Latin America. Panama and...
Panama’s Population Still on Steady Growth Course
In 2010, during the census taken of the entire country of Panama, there were 3,322,576 registered residents on the isthmus. Now, according to new data, that number could reach close to 4,500,000 by 2022. This is a massive increase for such a small amount of time, and...
Panama’s Population Continues to Grow, as Country Builds to Meet Demand
In 2010, during the census taken of the entire country of Panama, there were 3,322,576 registered residents on the isthmus. Now, according to new data, that number could reach over 4,000,000 the end of 2019. This is a massive increase for such a small amount of time,...
Spa day? Here are Panama City’s best picks!
Who doesn’t love a good spa day? Everyone does! Whether you’re in Panama for a quick visit or an extended stay, your options for great spa treatments are plentiful. Here are six of the best the city has to offer, and what you can expect while you’re there. 1. The...
Panama’s Western Expansion: the role of development in the outskirts of the capital
The geography behind Panama’s economic development, and their history, is a subtle, yet obvious marker for residents of the capital and its surroundings. Panama City is an ever-expanding metroplex where property values, logistics, and general investment rely heavily...
Panama welcomes thousands of pilgrims for World Youth Day (JMJ)!
After years of anticipation and preparation, Panama’s biggest public event in decades is about to begin: the World Youth Day (Jornada Mundial de La Juventud). The event, hosted by the Catholic Church, is a gathering of Catholic youth from around the world, with...
The growth and future of mobile and e-payment commerce in Panama, explained.
Panama has been trying to market itself as a Latin American tech hub for quite some time now, and with mobile payments and e-commerce, they’re keeping to that promise. Although Latin America, in general, has been slower than other parts of the world to adapt to the...