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
Build a $5,000 House Using Old Chiquita Buildings
30 years ago, when I was in college, one of my best friends, Paul, had a unique solution to the problem of high housing costs. “When I grow up,” Paul proclaimed, “I am going to build myself a house out of trash”. Of course, none of us took a Paul seriously at the time. (FYI - He never did Read More
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 Read More
2 Puerto Armuelles Expats Start A Radio Show
UPDATE - The radio show is currently paused (June 2016) We have good news for all of you radio listeners in Puerto Armuelles and environs. If you have been waiting for an expat radio show by expats, and in English, it has arrived. Recent transplants to Puerto Armuelles, Michael Butler and Read More
A Beach Walk in Panama – A 2+ Mile Walk In 2+ Minutes
Curious about what Puerto Armuelles looks like from the beach? Check out this video. In mid-January 2016, my daughter Skylar and I walked on the beach from the Corazon de Jesus neighborhood to the town center of Puerto Armuelles. I had been thinking of doing it for awhile, but I Read More
It’s Rodeo Season In Panama (Pista de Lasso )
March 26, 2016 by Skylar Vayda and Betsy Czark The rodeo here is different from the ones you might have attended elsewhere. Unlike the rodeos in the Untied States, which include lasso tricks and events designed to test a cowboy's riding skills, the Panamanian rodeo involves just one activity Read More
Easter in Panama
Update: During Panama's coronavirus quarantine, no one is allowed to leave their house on Sundays, including Easter Sunday. Easter 2020 will be very different throughout the world. For those missing community this day, reach out to family and services online. My family is doing a group zoom call on Read More
A Fun Trip to Cañon Macho de Monte – Near Volcan
We had a fun time at Cañon Macho de Monte. You can see us playing in the river (Rio Macho de Monte) as it runs through the canyon. Day Trip From Puerto Armuelles The trip reminded me how small and easy it is to explore Panama, and Chiriqui Province in particular. Business & Pleasure We Read More
2016 Boquete Jazz and Blues Festival Is Almost Here
I had such a great time at the Boquete Jazz Festival last year. I am definitely going this year. Last year, my 8 year old was NOT thrilled. My 13 year old enjoyed it. My husband (the guy in the photo) liked it alot. And I loved it! I had the best time dancing to amazing blues music. Read Read More
Boquete Flower & Coffee Festival – What is it like?
The Boquete flower and coffee festival certainly lives up to its name. But it doesn't offer up many more attractions than the ones in its title. The landscape and garden design are certainly beautiful, but are by no means the best out there. During the afternoon hours, the festival ground are Read More