July 27, 2013 Many people couldn't imagine life - esp. starting a new life - without their dog, cat, or other animal friend. You can bring your pet to Panama. It isn't hard, but the process can be daunting at times. There are many regulations and organizations involved in the transport Read More
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Our Experience With School In Panama – Initially
Every parent moving abroad is worried about how the move will affect their children. School looms large in the list of things you are anxious about. It was one of our biggest concerns when we decided to live in Panama. Your questions and concerns are likely the same as ours: What are the Read More
You Can Run, But You Cannot Hide
The Tax Man is everywhere. This is not a problem, unless you are trying to hide from him. Reyn and I are not trying to hide. In fact the thought of being targeted by the IRS puts my guts into knots. I really want to play by the rules, but of course, I don't want to pay more taxes than are Read More
Looking For A Hotel In Puerto Armuelles Panama?
Good News! The number of good hotels in Puerto has now doubled! There was only 1 good hotel, now there are 2. The new one includes a restaurant as well. Now there are a total of 4 hotels in Puerto Armuelles Two are good, One is okay, and One is a dive. (and don't forget the Puerto Read More
Can You Safely Buy ROP Property In Panama?
"Only Buy Titled Panama Real Estate." That is the advice you get from almost everyone, especially online. There is a very good reason for that. To safely buy right of possession (ROP) property you must do careful research. You must take time and put in some effort. But buying ROP property can Read More
Downtown & Nearby Neighborhoods In Puerto Armuelles
We are from Seattle, which prides itself on the distinctive character of its various neighborhoods. There is an, almost European, "sense of place" offered by Seattle's various neighborhood enclaves. After just a couple of hours in Puerto, we came to realize that Puerto Armuelles also has numerous Read More
What To Do in Puerto Armuelles, Panama
Puerto Armuelles Boasts a Wide Range Of Fun Things To Do Miles of beach, surrounded by hills overlooking the ocean, makes Puerto Armuelles is an outdoor paradise. 11 + Outdoor Things To Do In Puerto Armuelles (more information on each below these Read More
Panama Surf: Punta Burica & Isla Burica
I just returned from an unexpected and great Panama surf experience. My family and I went to stay at Mono Feliz. Mono Feliz is a wonderful, rustic eco-non-resort. It is located at the very tip of the Punta Burica peninsula, in Panama's Chiriqui Province. Staying at Mono Feliz is an amazing Read More
Puerto Armuelles, Panama – Unique & Charming Beach Town
Puerto Armuelles, Panama is the only true beach town in Panama It is right on the beach. You'd think in a country with so much coastline that there would be many towns on the beach. That is not the case. Many towns in Panama are near, but not on, the beach. Contenders for "True" Panama Read More