August 2019
Did you know that studies show that viewing art can help ease anxiety and depression? I wasn't surprised to hear it. I feel a palpable lift whenever I see something that strikes me as beautiful.
IL's Panama Insider
An Affordable Private Island? It’s Possible
Her island is just five minutes from Bocas del Toro Town, “no matter how slow your boat is.” And guests can get there even if they don’t have their own water transport. “It’s $5 each way and the boat taxis run all night,” she says.
July 2019
Boquete in Panama's Chiriquí province is a healthy place to be. In fact, it's gaining something of a reputation as a "health and wellness" destination. Expats looking for a healthier lifestyle have found that Boquete meets and often exceeds their expectations.
This Laidback Life in Panama Costs $1,100 in Taxes for the Year
Roberto and his wife, Marisa, relocated to Coronado Beach, Panama in 2015. He says their four-bedroom home, with a swimming pool and outdoor kitchen in a quiet, gated community, suits them perfectly.
June 2019
Last month I shared some footage to showcase the excellent variety of produce and other products available at Panama's supermarkets. This month I'm taking you with me to a mall, a big home improvement store, and more.
Enjoying An Affordable Second Home in Rio Hato
Margie gives a variety of reasons why Panama is her top-choice destination. “We were very impressed by the friendliness of the Panamanian people, as well as the infrastructure, and the boom in the economy.”
May 2019
From the outside, they may not look like much, but don't be fooled by old-fashioned façades…step inside a Rey or Riba Smith supermarket and you'll find an air-conditioned wonderland filled with familiar items from back home, as well as gorgeous local produce.
April 2019
For 10 days in March every year, the fairgrounds in David come to life. The International Fair of San José de David is the highlight of the city's yearly festivities, and it's always much-anticipated. Last month, the 2019 event kicked off with Panama's president, Juan Carlos Varela, cutting the official ribbon on March 14.
March 2019
Here in Panama, you'll find that you save money without even trying. I certainly do—I save on everything from healthcare to transportation just by living here. (And, of course, retiree residents or pensionados are entitled to a long list of discounts.)
February 2019
This year began with a bang in Panama. 2019 is a very important year, as it marks the 500th anniversary of the founding of Panama City, the oldest continually inhabited conquistador settlement on the American Pacific Coast.