As of July 1st, President Ricardo Martinelli has been in office for three years and has two years left in his term. During that time, he has accomplished a number of his campaign promises but has also seen his approval rating plummet from one of the highest of any elected official down to well below 50%. His âmy way or the highwayâ style of government has been both a … [Read more...]
GuĂas Express offers auto guided tours of Casco Viejo in six languages
(Arco Properties) Check out GuĂas Express: Perfect for travelers who like the freedom of discovering a place by themselves but also to have the information at hand. They are audioguides that come in six different languages and have information about Casco`s main historic landmarks. You can rent yours at Los Del Patio (3rd Street and Central) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. . They cost … [Read more...]
Retire to Panama and enjoy life as a Pensionado
(International Living) âWe have more friends than everâour kids canât believe how social weâve become,â says one expat couple. âIâm busier than ever before,â says another expat in Panama. Itâs a constant refrain from those who thought their retirement years might be marked by the restraints of a fixed income and a waning social calendar. Only to find that in Panama, the retiree … [Read more...]
Santa Fe, Panama real estate from $45,000
(International Living) In Panamaâs Veraguas Province, Santa Fe looks exactly as a Central American village should. After the modern skyline of Panama Cityâa shock if you were expecting to encounter the Third WorldâSanta Fe is a relief. The ârealâ Panama. Ah, yes, here it is. And here, it exists in its most exemplary form. The prettiest mountain views and the most welcoming … [Read more...]
Panama City to add 100 new Bus Stops
(Panama America) The Mayor of Panama City will install 100 stops for the new Metrobus system, complementing the company currently builds EUPAN. The mayor of the capital, Roxana Mendez said that so far have been installed five stops, and next week will continue with the installation of ten more. He added that officials of the municipality shall inspections in the coming … [Read more...]