Updated: March 24, 2017 Panama is saying enough is enough! Too many people are living in Panama, but not bothering to obtain legal residency. Panama has made some quick changes to stop that. As of March 6th, you cannot renew your Panama Tourist Visa, unless you leave Panama for at least 30 Read More
Enjoy the Fair in David – March 16 -26th
If you are in Chiriqui, you should check out the David International Fair 2017! It runs from March 16th through 26th this year. You can get a preview of the Fair by clicking on any of images below to start a slideshow. Then scroll down to read about the fair. The weekends will be especially Read More
Why Stay In David Panama
David is both centrally located and the the largest town in the Chiriqui province of Panama. David isn’t a tourist destination, but it works well as a good stop-over point. David is also conveniently located for day trips to visit Puerto Armuelles, Boquete, Volcan or Boca Chica, etc. Sometimes Read More
Why & Hows of Tree Removal Permits in Panama
In Panama, you need a permit to cut a tree down. Even if the tree is in your own yard. You may be tempted to chop a tree down in "secret". And maybe you will get away with it. If you are Panamanian, you are much more likely to get away with it. Well, unless you have a neighbor who doesn't like Read More
Recognition as Panama experts
Live and Invest Overseas is having a conference in Panama, Feb 15 - 17th, 2017 They invited us to speak. We accepted. So, on Feb. 15, Reyn and I will share why and how we decided to live in Panama. And, most importantly, what it is really like to live here in Panama. Hype? The Live and Read More
Did You Remember To Prove You’re Alive?
Over 200 Americans in Panama will not get their US Social Security checks next month (Feb. 2017). This is because those folks didn't file the required "proof of life" form. So if you didn't turn in your form, your February 3rd, 2017 check will be suspended. Don't worry, you can get your Read More
Relaxing With A Baby Monkey at Mono Feliz
I discovered a video (below) I took of my family in 2007. It gives a glimpse at an enjoyable lazy hammock day near our home in Panama. A day that could easily be replicated today - except maybe for the baby monkey. If you are interested in visiting Mono Feliz, visit their facebook page for Read More
Happiness In The Slow Lane – Enjoy Your Hobbies
We have been in Puerto Armuelles for 10 years now. Plenty of time to observe the lifestyle habits that seem to lead to a happy life for our retired expat neighbors. The happiest folks, share a common thread: Keep active Have hobbies Maintain community Passionate about their lives Read More
Internet Access & Providers in Panama
I don't know about you, but one of the first things I think of when I get to a new place is internet access. Overall, Panama has pretty good internet access. It doesn't compare to the US or Canada, but for Central America it is excellent. One reason for this is that Panama, specifically Panama Read More
Why Get Residency In Panama
Updated March 16, 2017 There are many reasons to live in Panama. You don't need a residency visa to enjoy most them. However, there are practical and concrete reasons to get a resident permit. Americans may have more reasons to get a Panama residency than other foreigners, but every Read More
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