Living In Panama – Advice & Information

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  • Our Map of Puerto Armuelles Panama

    We made a map.   Many people we talk to, even long-time residents, are unsure of the neighborhoods in Puerto Armuelles.    This map does not include all the neighborhoods in Puerto, but it show the ones of most interest to expats and retirees. The map should help a visitor to more quickly get their bearings.…

  • Interested in Volunteering To Teach English?

    Interested in Volunteering To Teach English?

    In recent months, several expats have mentioned they would enjoy volunteering in Puerto Armuelles. One idea that I have been contemplating for quite awhile now is setting up a volunteer-to-teach-English network. Or possibly an English-Spanish exchange network. Help Others It would be a way for expat retirees to help young people in Puerto Armuelles improve their English. As you can…

  • How To Pay Your Utility Bills In Panama

    How To Pay Your Utility Bills In Panama

    Paying your utility bills in Panama is getting easier every year. Ten years ago, we had to visit each individual utility office. Then wait in line to pay. Sometimes the lines were long, and did not move fast. Pay At Grocery Store These days, we simply take our bill to Romero’s grocery store where they have a counter…

  • Utilities in Panama – Cost Comparison & Info

    Utilities in Panama – Cost Comparison & Info

    I was recently asked about utility bills in Panama. In this article, I share what we pay in utility costs.  I also compare our utility bills here to our bills in the US.   First of all, bill paying in Puerto Armuelles has not been a big preoccupation for us. Bills here are so much lower…

  • Loren on Living In Puerto Armuelles, Panama

    Loren on Living In Puerto Armuelles, Panama

    Loren rented a house in the Corazon de Jesus neighborhood of Puerto Armuelles for a few months.   She visited Puerto after spending over a year in Quito, Ecuador.  On her way out of town, Loren kindly wrote me about her experience and thoughts on living in Puerto Armuelles, Panama. Loren’s View on Living In Puerto Armuelles, Panama…

  • How To Watch The Olympics Online in Panama

    How To Watch The Olympics Online in Panama

    So you want to watch the Olympics online while you are in Panama. It can be a frustrating experience. But read on, there is an easy solution. To Watch NBC Online The American channel, NBC, is broadcasting the Olympics. NBC will “give” you 5 free minutes online. Then you must log in with your satellite or cable TV subscription info.…

  • Milton on Expats Building A House In Puerto Armuelles Panama

    Milton on Expats Building A House In Puerto Armuelles Panama

    In this video, Milton Hutto shares his thoughts on expats building a house in Puerto Armuelles. Milton Hutto is an expat from North Carolina who lives in Puerto Armuelles, Panama.   Over the past few years, he has built 2 houses and 1 hotel in Puerto Armuelles. Here is the video, transcribed  Betsy:  Hi, Milton. Milton:…

  • Ready To Move To Panama?  Here’s Your Moving Overseas Checklist

    Ready To Move To Panama? Here’s Your Moving Overseas Checklist

    YAY! You are moving abroad! Congrats. Enjoy the feeling of satisfaction, and relief, of having made that big decision. Fix it in your mind, because soon you are going to have to start on your list of things to do to make the move a reality. Take Action The critical thing is to decide what…

  • Puerto Armuelles Celebrates Dogs – Show & Clinic

    Puerto Armuelles Celebrates Dogs – Show & Clinic

    Last weekend turned out to be a celebration of dogs in Puerto Armuelles. [leadplayer_vid id=”579DF6C1B4D17″]  Dog Show Romero had its first annual dog show in Puerto Armuelles. El Rey, the parent company of Romero, has had it yearly dog shows in other locations. This year is the first time that the Romero in Puerto Armuelles…