March 2018

March 2018

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March 16, 2018

One of the best things about Boquete is all the delightful dining options. Cuisines from around the world can be found here in small, elegant restaurants and local eateries. With more than 75 restaurants in Boquete, there are choices for every palate.

January 2018

January 2018

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January 20, 2018

January is, as usual, beautiful and sunny here in Panama. I spent the first summer holiday of the year on the Caribbean coast. My sister was in town from Vancouver, and we decided to drive to the Portobelo region, just two hours from Panama City.

November 2017

November 2017

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November 17, 2017

Ever since my first visit, way back in the late '90s, I've had a bit of an obsession with Bocas del Toro. It's a Caribbean paradise—complete with requisite white-sand beaches and azure waters. But it also boasts fascinating cultural diversity and topography.

October 2017

October 2017

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October 17, 2017

Seeking a new place to see in Panama? I suggest you check out the province of Los Santos, and make the town of Pedasí your home base for exploring the area. The province is located at the southeastern tip of the Azuero Peninsula, a four-hour drive from Panama City.

September 2017

September 2017

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September 20, 2017

There are distinct differences between David and Boquete. Some are obvious—David is a city, and Boquete is a town. But let's get down to the nitty-gritty differences that give a clearer picture of why some expats choose one place or the other.

August 2017

August 2017

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August 23, 2017

When I first moved to Panama, I couldn't see the forest for the trees. It's only natural. I was so busy learning the basics that I could scarcely pay attention to anything else. I was trying to learn my way around, or at least major roads and landmarks...basic Spanish...

July 2017

July 2017

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July 26, 2017

One month in El Valle was long enough to turn this city girl's head. After living there from mid-May to mid-June, I came away with a head full of ideas and possibilities. Maybe I should move there for a year or two...at least, that's what I'm thinking right now.

June 2017

June 2017

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July 12, 2017

This month, I’ve decided to take a break from city life and spend some time in El Valle, a sleepy mountain town in central Panama. This morning, I walked out onto my terrace and took a long, deep breath. The air was cool and fresh.