(International Living Magazine)So many interesting things to do—so little time… Living in Panama for only six months of each year is simply not enough for my husband, Gary, and me. Even though we are retired, each and every day in Panama could be filled to the brim with activities, if we so choose. We live in the Chiriquí province, an area that’s chock-full of fun, … [Read more...]
Panama’s Lowest Cost of Living (and Best Fishing)
(International Living Magazine) Here in the Azuero Peninsula, paradise overlooks the Pacific and the fishing is renowned worldwide. The eastern region is more developed, with a mix of old cities and new developments. The west is mostly frontier land…boasting great potential for anyone with big dreams. Toronto native Alain Mulaire has been living in the western region for … [Read more...]
How to catch a taxi in Panama
(Panama Gringo) Navigating public transportation can be a challenge wherever you are. Add to that the language and cultural barriers sometimes present, and figuring out taxi services in Panama can be a real pain. The key to figuring out taxis in Panama is understanding the basic rules of the transportation system and expecting the unexpected. This Panama taxi guide will help … [Read more...]
The New Status of La Chorrera
(Prensa.com) The current image of the district of La Chorrera is not even a shadow of what it was this popular area of the country in the early twentieth century. Dirt roads, mud houses and thatched roofs made up the landscape of what is now known as the Avenue of the Americas, the main commercial artery. Over time this picture was disappearing to make way for growth in … [Read more...]
Living Part Time in Panama
(International Living) The weather is amazing. No jackets required. Wildlife is plentiful. Birds of every hue and song are everywhere. Some even nest in the trees along our terrace. Iguanas have taken up residence in our yard and love to sun themselves along the creek, climb our trees, and feed on our grass. We spend countless hours just watching these fascinating … [Read more...]