(International Living) In David, you'll find beauty salons and cafes and dollar shops and more…all offering a truly local flavor that residents here enjoy I’m having dinner at Mosto Bistro. The name sounds a bit fancy but the place has the kind of laid-back charm I’ve come to expect of this growing town. An elegant display of wine and books sits in front of our … [Read more...]
Authorities take extreme measures to prevent cholera outbreak in Panama
(prensa.com) Health authorities in Panama have strengthened health measures as of late in an effort to prevent the entry and spread of cholera from Haiti, and are keeping close surveillance on a group of 500 Haitian tourists currently staying in the capital, reported an official source. "If this [cholera] unfortunately comes to Panama, it will cause a huge expense to … [Read more...]
Panama-United States tax treaty implications
(Sovereignman) There are an overwhelming amount of offshore tactics and jurisdictions that people can choose from– corporations in the Marshall Islands, foundations in Panama, insurance structures in Switzerland, bank accounts in Dubai, trusts in Nevis, holding companies in Labuan, property in St. Kitts, etc. With just a bit of professional help, you can build your own … [Read more...]
Children march for peace in Las Mañanitas in Tocumen
(prensa.com) A group of children participated in a march for peace on Thursday morning in the area of Las Mañanitas, located in Tocumen. With picket signs in hand that read "Every child is entitled to a life free of violence," the children chanted slogans and called for an end to violence in the country, local media reported. In addition to the march, students … [Read more...]
Private Schools in Panama
I get many emails asking about private schools from folks looking at Panama as a place to bring their families. With the advent of many multinational companies moving nto the country the number and quality of private schools has grown at a fast rate and so has the cost. In Boquete we have about a half dozen small private schools with one of the best being the International … [Read more...]