(International Business Times) Panama has a lot to offer older people looking for somewhere to retire overseas, the latest edition of the International Living Annual Retirement Index has revealed. According to the publication, the Central American nation is the third best place in the world to move to once you have finished work. The news provider noted that one of the … [Read more...]
The Law of Self Defense in Panama
(Boquete Guide) Approximately two weeks ago an expat, an ex-policeman from Oregon, living in Puerto Armuelles, was convicted of murder by a 7-0 vote of a jury in David. There is much discussion as to why this man was convicted. To prevent a reoccurrence in Boquete I asked Lic. Julio Espinosa who is local attorney to speak about the law of self defense in Panama. To … [Read more...]
A Panama historic district battles development boom
(Miami Herald) Since the late 17th century, the massive seawall surrounding Panama City’s Casco Viejo has protected the historic district against pirate attacks and stormy seas. But residents of this quaint neighborhood fear their old seawall might no longer be able to defend them from the onslaught of a rapidly modernizing city. Government plans to build a $776 million … [Read more...]
Napa man brings dance to Panama orphanage
(Napa Valley Register) Humanitarian missions to Third World countries take many forms. Some Americans go to provide medical checkups, eyeglasses or religious instruction. Ruben Ochoa of Napa had a more unique mission. He went to Panama this summer to teach hip-hop dancing to orphans. Ochoa, 24, went with three other dancers to Hogar, an orphanage for boys and girls … [Read more...]
Relic Bar in Casco Viejo
(Panama Gringo) This Panamanian gringo’s pick for the best bar in Panama City has to go to Relic in the Casco Viejo neighborhood. This bar coincides perfectly with the old quarter’s quirky, artsy and unique vibes. Located in the basement of one of the most popular hostels in the city, Luna’s Castle, this unique bar offers a fantastic atmosphere and eclectic mix of drinkers … [Read more...]