Archive for June, 2008
Thoughts about investing in Panama by the Gringo
Sunday, June 29th, 2008In recent years Panama has been growing in popularity among retirees, expats, and investors. In fact, International Living rates it as the No. 1 place to retire in the world, and not without good reason. Panama offers a higher quality of living at a lower cost and with less crime than typical Central American destinations [...]
Having a Pampered Day in PC
Sunday, June 29th, 2008It may seem a little self-indulgent, but spending a day at one of Panama City’s top spas may just be the perfect thing after romping around the countryside. The Aqua Spa located in the Radisson Decapolis hotel will help you to achieve the ultimate state of relaxation. All the standard services are offered: massages, facials, [...]
Empanadas: The Real Deal
Sunday, June 29th, 2008Every once in a while I get a craving for a good empanada… the kind that is getting hard to find in Panama these days.
Recently, I started on a campaign to find the a recipe for the traditional Panamanian empanada, and this is what my sources came up with. I thought I’d put it up [...]
Through the Panama Canal
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The Panama Canal is without a doubt the country’s most well known landmark and although it may not be first on your list of things to do while trekking through the countryside, if you have the chance it is a unique experience that cannot be had anywhere else in the world. Panama Marine Adventures offers [...]
Horseracing Panama Style
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Panamanians love to gamble, especially on the horse races. From Panama City just head out east on Vía José Agustín Arango, to Juan Díaz Apdo.I in Zona 9A where you will find Hipodromo Stadium. Entrance is free and races are held on Thursdays starting at 5 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays, from 2 pm onward. [...]
Navigating the Buses
Wednesday, June 4th, 2008The Albrook Bus Terminal serves as the main bus terminal in Panama City and the base for over 10 bus lines that provide service not only to in the interior, but internationally as well. It is a central hub of activity in Panama, always bustling with people. Despite the amount of traffic, both human and [...]
Panama’s Garden of Eden
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008The mountain country town of El Valle de Anton is one of the most picturesque places in all of Panama. Located in the crater of an extinct pre-historic volcano and at an altitude of 2,500 feet, El Valle offers a peaceful environment, and one of the most pleasant, cozy places to stay.
The Park Eden Bed [...]