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...
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‘Tis the Season: How to get the best travel deals to Panama for the holidays
It’s almost winter up north, and in Panama that means the busy travel and tourism season are nearing. If you’re looking to travel to Panama this winter, and enjoy the country’s dry, summer season, there are many options for many budgets. But no matter what your...
How Growth in Tourism Will Bolster Panama’s Overall Economy in 2019
By global standards, Panama’s near decade of unprecedented growth has been impressive. Even during a global financial slowdown, Panama managed to stay the course and pull through. And while most of this is attributed to banking/financial services, shipping logistics,...
New species of blood-red coral found off Panama coast. : Weekly News Roundup, September 21st, 2018
Welcome to the Panama Weekly News Roundup! Here’s the latest. New species of blood-red coral found off Panama coast. Marine ecologists have described a bright-red species of coral from Panama that’s new to science. The researchers found the coral growing at a depth of...
Visiting Panama on a Budget? Here’s how to do it best!
Planning on moving to Panama or retiring in Panama? You’re going to want to visit first. For many people, budgets are tight when it comes to international travel, especially if you want to do a lot, and see a lot before making your decision to move. With so much to...
Gamboa, Panama: The jungle adventure paradise on the Panama Canal
If you’re looking for a fun outdoor activity that’s both close to the city, and immersive with natural surroundings, look no further than Gamboa, Panama. Gamboa is a small Canal Zone town that sits in the middle of a rainforest, about 30 minutes drive north from...
The Amador Causeway: the picturesque urban escape
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...
Four Great Ways to Enjoy Panama on a Short Trip
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,...
Explore Panama by Boat: Here are four great ways to get started!
If you’ve been to Panama, or have been researching a trip or move to Panama, you know that this country is all about the water. Panama is an isthmus that has shores on the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean for the entirety of the nation, and its culture (and businesses)...