(Prensa.com) Punta Chame is one of the tourist sites in the western sector of the province of Panama that motivates traverse to enjoy their "wonderful" natural and geography. In its beaches, for example, extreme sports are practiced, but there is also the opportunity to scrutinize their ecology, ecotourism and geographic contours of the sea surrounding Punta Chame. If … [Read more...]
Panama Flooding Leaves Hundreds Homeless
(Prensa Latina) Heavy Rains during three consecutive days left hundreds homeless in the Panamanian province of Colon, on the Atlantic coast of the isthmus, where collapsed homes and landslides were reported, but no fatalities. Authorities estimates that some 300 families have lost their homes or have them in very bad shape. The worst happened in the recently inaugurated … [Read more...]
Panama Visa Requirements
(PanamaGringo) If you are thinking of visiting Panama, the first things you’ll need to look into are visa requirements. Consult with the nearest Panamanian embassy in your country of residence to find out if you need a visa or tourist card to enter the country. Panama visa requirements vary from country to country, and are constantly changing, so make sure the information you … [Read more...]
Casco Viejo shows the charm of Panama City, Panama
(Straight.com) Juan Carlos is giving us the hard sell. As our boat approaches the first lock of the Panama Canal, he stands at the bow with his camera in the area roped off for crew members only. Excited passengers press against the barrier, as if a rumour just broke that George Clooney had stepped onto the red carpet. But the attraction isn’t Juan Carlos, or JC, as the tour … [Read more...]
Expats open a B&B in Panama
(International Living) Isabelle and Robert Shahverdians lived and breathed stress and chaos in Los Angeles. Their lives were filled with long work days and long commutes, all to pay for life in the fast lane. Robert had a catering business, while Isabelle worked in art galleries and museums. During their 20 years in California, they enjoyed “good money, good times, and good … [Read more...]