(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...]
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...]
Centennial Bridge opening set for October
(Newsroom Panama) The latest date for the reopening of Panama’s Centennial Bridge, first setfor August this year, has been moved to October. The news was given to a visiting group of members of the Chamber of Commerce, and the con Construction Chamber (Capac) yesterday who were visiting the eastern accesses to the bridge Centennial Bridge east to access, with the Minister … [Read more...]
Art Shows and Events: August in Casco Viejo
(Arco Properties) Casco Antiguo, Panama Art events keep jumping out of the hat! here are three that were sent to us this week: August 9th: CenaCine at Diablo Rosso. Movie Night: NEDS Non Educated Delinquents. Book your space: 228-4833 August 10th: Edmar Castañeda Quartet, National Theatre August 11th: “Two Seasons” Art Show at Los Del Patio (calle 3ra). August … [Read more...]
Taxi fares in Panama City, Panama to increase
(Newsroom Panama) Your taxi ride will cost you more today. Fares for most of Panama’s 40,000 taxis, the majority in the capital area, have been adjusted… upward. In the province of Panama the minimum fee of a dollar, has been increased to $1.20 The additional passenger rate moves up from 40 to 50 cents. The results of public consultations in May and June have … [Read more...]