Local Beer and Breweries in Panama

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Local Beer and Breweries in Panama

May 30th, 2009 | Panama - Adults Only, Panama - Nightlife | 4 Comments »

For all those beer fans out there, did you know that Cerveza Panama was a awarded a gold medal at the International Brewers Contest in 2008? That may be why it is one of the most popular beers in Panama.

The five most popular beers drank by the locals that are brewed locally are Atlas, Balboa, Crista, Panama and Soberana.

Atlas and Balboa are brewed by the Cervezaria National and Atlas tends to be the most popular choice among Panamanians, sort of like the Budweiser of Panama. Balboa tastes a bit better, but neither are as good as what is brewed at the Cervezaria de Panama.

Cervezaria de Panama, located in Chiriqui, is where Cerveza Panama is brewed, and it Read more

Day Trip from Panama City to Isla Taboga

May 25th, 2009 | Panama - Family Friendly, Panama - Must See or Do | 1 Comment »

Panama City is certainly one of, if not the most, developed cities in Central and South America. Nowadays business brings many North Americans, Europeans, and businessmen from other countries to this little isthmus, to one of the biggest business driven cities in Latin America.

So, if you are stuck in Panama City for a week or so on business, why not add a little bit of Latin splash into the mix. For a weekend getaway, or even a day trip, visit Isla Taboga.

Isla Taboga is just an hour’s boat ride from Panama City. There is a variety of things to do – you couldn’t ask for more in a weekend getaway. There are beaches, a myriad of watersports and a variety of Read more

The Road to the Petaquilla Mine Still Closed

May 23rd, 2009 | Panama - News | No Comments »

Panama America recently reported on the continued protesting in Colón, as farmers block the road to the Petaquilla Mine.

Farmers in the area are rallying for the closing of the mine, which they say is harming the environment. As a people who depends on the land and the water, the contamination puts their livelihood is at stake.

The Governor of the Province of Colón, Julio Kennión, has been in negotiations with the farmers, but to no avail. They say that they will not leave until the mine is closed down for good.

Managers from local plants have tried to appeal to government forces for help, but the farmers are not backing down. The group of protestors is made up of Read more

Receiving Mail in Panama City through Mail Boxes Etc

May 20th, 2009 | Panama - Gringo Owned Business, Panama - Relocation | 3 Comments »

When I need to ship something to Panama I always use Mail Boxes Etc. It is the UPS store, making it a US based Postal and Business service. MBE. has 16 stores in Panama and over 6,000 around the world.

One of the most convenient and priceless services offered by Mail Boxes Etc. is mail forwarding from Miami Florida. You are given a US based address that can be used for any kind of mailing – magazine subscriptions, online purchases, and even good old fashioned letters. Mail that is sent to the address given you by MBE is then forwarded to the corresponding office in Panama, according to your wishes, where you can pick it up.

To set up a mailbox with Read more

The Real Deal on Real Estate in Panama

May 15th, 2009 | Panama - Business, Panama - News, Panama - Relocation | No Comments »

If you want to know what is really going on with the Real Estate in Panama then you need to hear what Kent Davis, fellow gringo and Real Estate expert in Panama has to say. And once he has sold you on Panama, check out www.equitypanama.com to get the process of investing or relocating to Panama started:

So you have just spent two grueling weeks waging war in the streets of Panama, dealing with realtors that don’t show up on time and home owners that answer the door in their pajamas. You are on the home stretch, and have finally decided on your “short list” of Panama properties: you’re ready to buy.

This report is Read more

Lawyer in Panama City for Investing and Relocation

May 11th, 2009 | Panama - Business, Panama - Relocation | 1 Comment »

As an expat living/investing in Panama I try to keep my ears open for any reliable help with my ventures. I was recently refered to De Leon Van Hoorde Lawyers, and received the following e-mail detailing their services:

DE LEON VAN HOORDE LAWYERS was founded by professionals with years of experience committed to provide its clients with legal expertise. This Law Firm prides itself with honesty, integrity, hard work and is a full service law practice providing effective representation to clients from around the world that require legal assistance in Panama.

We treat clients as part of our family, as this law firm is a family business. We try to provide the highest world class service possible to make clients fill Read more

First Confirmed Case of Swine Flu in Panama

May 9th, 2009 | Panama - News, Panama - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Rosairo Turner, Panama’s Health Minister, has confirmed the first case of the H1N1 Swine Flu virus in Panama. The influenza type A virus has been detected in a 20 year old Panamanian male who was traveling in the United States, and returned to Panama some 2 weeks ago.

Upon his arrival back in Panama from the United States, the patient began to experience symptoms consistent with Swine Flu. No details were given on exactly when the patient arrived back in Panama, nor what airline or flight he was traveling on.

The patient is currently at home, in stable condition, and has been receiving on-going medical care.

Detection of the Swine Flu H1N1 virus in the unnamed male patient was Read more

Free Panama Cheat Sheet and Travel Tips

May 7th, 2009 | Panama - Family Friendly, Panama - Gringo Favorite, Panama - Must See or Do, Panama - Places to Eat, Panama - Places to Stay, Panama - Relocation, Panama - Travel Tips | 1 Comment »

The Panama Gringo has compiled some must need information for those traveling to Panama, and downloading the PDF is free.

The tip sheet for Panama contains basic information, important phone numbers, and other facts about the country and Panama.

To download the Panama Cheat Sheet all you have to do is click here. – answer a couple of questions and then you can download the form.

Ricardo Martinelli wins Panama Presidential Election

May 4th, 2009 | Panama - News | No Comments »

Ricardo Martinelli, a conservative supermarket bigwig, won Panama’s presidential election on Sunday with ease, despite Latin America’s recent leaning towards leftist leaders.

Martinelli had taken 43% of the vote by the time the electoral tribunal declared him the winner. His lead over former housing minister Balbina Herrera was a whopping 61% to 36%.

Martinelli is quoted as saying, “Starting on July 1, a change is coming to Panama. We will govern with the best in Panama.”

Supporters of Martinelli are eager to see him fulfill promises to improve education, transportation and public security.

Despite being a conservative, who last year attented the U.S. Republican National Convention in Minnesota, there are many similarites to Martinelli’s campaign as that of democratic Barak Obama’s. Martinelli Read more

American in Panama Suspected of Carrying Swine Flu (H1N1 flu)

May 2nd, 2009 | Panama - News | No Comments »

In case you haven’t heard this by now…

By Sean Mattson PANAMA CITY, May 1 (Reuters) – Panamanian police detained an American traveler on Friday who left a hospital after health workers suspected he could have a new flu virus that is spreading quickly around the world, a hospital official said. The H1N1 swine flu virus has killed up to 177 people, almost all in Mexico. Worldwide, 13 countries have confirmed cases, though Panama is not among them. The unidentified American man flew to Panama City from Canada and upon arrival was flagged by health officials as having flu symptoms. He was sent to a local hospital early Friday morning, said the hospital’s director Gerardo Victoria. Staff conducted a Read more