With its lush forested hills washed by the brisk flow of mountain rivers, its spring-like climate, Pacific beaches, and vibrant expat community, there's no doubt that the Chiriquí province of Panama is a stunning destination. It offers, in miniature, all the same attractions—beach, city, and highlands—that provide much...
Today Volcán’s charm has been rediscovered. Still a sleepy farming town, Volcán is now on the radar, because its low cost of living has become a big draw over other parts of the province for expats looking to relocate to Panama. The expat community is growing and so are the amenities as expats are opening new businesses and seeing the opportunities.
Volcán has a lot to offer expats looking for a place to live in the Chiriquí highlands. The cooler days and nights, beautiful scenery, and laidback lifestyle are a great attraction.
The Boquete Blues and Jazz Festival is one of the events that most expats who live in Chiriquí look forward to the most every year, and this February marked the 12th year of this annual event.
Nita Sosebee and Bernie Gaider lived in Colorado Springs before moving to Panama in January 2017. Both worked over 20 years in Colorado as software developers. “We were...
In 2018 Panama is expected to outperform all other Central American countries as well as many in South America.
"Every morning in Panama we wake up and say, 'It's another beautiful day,'and it has never stopped. We love it here," says Donna James of her and husband Ron's six-month stays in Panama. "We go for a lot of walks and love morning coffee on the side patio, and evening drinks watching the sunset. Our area is full of birds, so the bird-watching is wonderful,
Harry Brouard retired early, moving from his home in New Jersey to Florida. But moving to Florida wasn’t quite enough, he felt that he still needed more.
After Bill Carmine had heart bypass surgery and was diagnosed with diabetes, retirement was looking grim for him and his wife Lynn. “Even though Bill was on disability, Medicare, and we had supplement insurance, the medical expenses were outrageous," says Lynn.
I love the road that leads to Volcán. It gently winds and curves its way through the mountains of Panama’s Chiriquí Province, putting you at ease as you take in scenic vistas of green, rolling hills shadowed by the volcano, Volcán Barú. The drive takes you from sea level to 4,000 feet in under 45 minutes.