Taking a stroll through the Casco Viejo neighborhood of Panama City has the uncanny ability to erase pictures of traffic, glaring casinos, and smoggy busses from your mind. This once severely dilapidated neighborhood in Panama City has been quickly renovated and revived in recent years and has taken on a whole new feel. Among other places to visit, Casco Viejo is known for being the historical center of Panama City. This charming district is reminiscent of the French Quarter in New Orleans in that it is loaded with French Colonial style architecture and charm. The President’s mansion, French Embassy, Museum of Natural History, Canal Museum, cathedral and multiple art galleries, shops and restaurants inhabit Casco. One could easily Read more
Many of those who decide to relocate to Panama are very surprised once they arrive and begin to settle in their new home. Panama is a different country than the U.S. and one should expect living in a different country to be just that. Different.
An element to consider when living in Panama is the major change of pace. Panamanians do not exhibit the constant sense of urgency in most tasks that Americans would. The phrase “manana” which means tomorrow has become a joke of sorts in that when someone in Panama tells you they will be there or do something “manana” it doesn’t necessarily mean tomorrow, but actually just means not today. This is where patience must Read more
Panama is known for many things. The canal, wonderful climate, and beautiful beaches are just a few great aspects of this beautiful country. Panama City, however, is typically known for its own different sect of attributes. Casinos, beautiful girls, and the club scene are, in my opinion, the top three. When considering places to party in Panama you will never run out of clubs and bars to visit as it seems new ones are popping up every week.
A new hot spot among places to party in the city is Zona Viva. Zona Viva is not a single club, but a flood of bars, restaurants and dance clubs which always seem to be packed after 12 a.m. on Read more
On a recent trip home to visit the states a few people asked me about what currency is used in Panama. The concept of Panamanian currency is simple yet a little confusing. The official currency in the Republic of Panama is actually the Balboa. But don’t start panicking yet. The Balboa and U.S. dollar are virtually the same thing and work equally in Panama. There are no Balboa paper notes as with the dollar (at least none that I have ever seen) and the coins or cents are known as “centavos”. If the price of something in Panama is listed with a B. before, such as B.25, then the price would be $25 U.S. dollars. Panamanian coinage Read more
According to Latin Business Chronicles, Panama has passed Chile in technology implementation. Chile has always been touted as rather advanced in many areas such as health care and the privatization of social security etc., so it came as a surprise to me that Panama has eclipsed Chile in Technology, yet according to this LBC report, Panama is in second place in Latin America behind Uruguay. Of course it may be easier to do so in a small geographic area with a population of only 3.3 million.Panama and Uruguay replace Chile in technology and Internet penetration.
Experience the dawn of a new world landmark and be amazed at what London & Regional is creating here in Panama. “Panama Pacifico”’s 1400 hectare mixed-use project is the largest land rehab to come along in 50 plus years! What was a strategically located U.S. air base near Panama City is now becoming an international business park, town center, residential communities, airport, resorts, golf courses and much more. All of this and special government tax incentives make this one of the worlds best opportunities.
Enjoying various places to eat in Panama has always been one of my favorite outings. Restaurants like Jimmy’s, in the San Francisco neighborhood, keep me coming back time after time and are always a sure bet for good food and cold drinks. A meal for two at Jimmy’s can range from $20 upwards of $80 depending on what is ordered. I usually manage to keep it around $40. Jimmy’s serves loads of grilled meats and seafood like many other places to eat in Panama; however, its atmosphere, friendly wait staff, and quality of food set it above the rest. When ordering in Jimmy’s, take the time to look over the “entradas” or appetizer menu. They have a wonderful Read more
I found this report to have some interesting and valuable information and it is free so take a look. The following press release is from their website.
Following up with last years release of the Offshore Banking report, www.alternativelatininvestor.com/offshore-banking.html, which, in the midst of the global banking crisis, gravitated towards Panama, Alternative Latin Investor has released an in-depth report of the of the country.
Through extensive interviews, site visits and research the report deals with the main sectors relevant to foreign investors, Real Estate, Commodities, Banking and General Business practices as well as an exclusive interview with Former Panamanian president Nicolás Ardito. With Read more
Bocas Del Toro Panama is located in the western most region of the country of Panama. It lies about 25 miles from Costa Rica. The province of Bocas del Toro on the Caribbean sea and contains two national parks, many beaches, about 68 islands, lakes, river, one main archipelago and several towns. Bocas is a beach lover’s delight and boasts many white sand beaches with sky blue waters without crowds of people. Many countries have filmed their “survivor” television series here including: Spain, France, Russia and Italy. Bocas has also been called a “biologist fantasy” boasting miles of rain forest alongside rivers, and beaches.
The cuisine in Bocas is very diverse considering the remote location of the area. Read more
If you’re searching for a more luxurious and accommodated spot to crash in Panama City the Veneto Hotel & Casino located on Via Veneto in Panama City’s El Cangrejo neighborhood may be your best bet when deciding among places to stay. The hotel comes very well equipped with fine dining restaurants, sushi bar, several bars, a spa, world class casino, roof top pool and many customer service options such as airport shuttle, valet parking and 24 hour room service. Room rates range from about $115 to $200 per night depending on the number of occupants and length of stay; and many specials are offered for extended stays of four or more nights.
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