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Looking for Property in David? Check Out This Steal

June 9th, 2011 | Panama - Relocation, Panama - Travel Tips, Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

The housing market in Panama never ceases to amaze me. While browsing some real estate listings for a friend I discovered this seemingly great deal on a home in David, Panama. This 3 bedroom 4 bath home located in a safe and comfortable neighborhood is only listed for $100,000. You’d be hard pressed to find a home in Panama City or anywhere in the US with this much space for that price. The home is fairly new and boasts landscaping and private terraces. And, ou wouldn’t have to worry about driving too far for any conveniences as it’s located close to a new shopping center, plenty of restaurants and stores.

If I were looking for a place in David, Read more

The Panamanian Sabbatical: Recap, Relax and Reload

May 9th, 2011 | Panama - Culture, Panama - Relocation, Uncategorized | No Comments »

With the definition of the “American Dream” changing and ideas regarding how we’re supposed to work and live evolving, the sabbatical can be seen as an excellent route to self discovery, renewed faith or enlightenment of sorts. The word sabbatical is derived from the Latin word sabbaticus which means “ceasing”. Recent economic changes have driven many of us to change what we were previously doing in trade for a different pace. The idea of working hard to gain a higher standard of living, more possessions and ample time to enjoy them in retirement doesn’t have the same appeal anymore.

Perhaps too many of us have seen the fruits of our labors vanish beyond our control. Or, perhaps we have Read more

Reality vs. Real in Panama:Transformation, Identity and the Future

May 5th, 2011 | Panama - Business, Panama - Culture, Panama - Relocation, Panama History, Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

I can recall, during my first few weeks in Panama, my Panamanian friend Charlie and I discussing random topics about the city over dinner. As a very “well endowed” young lady walked by the restaurant, catching attention from every man in a two block radius, I chuckled as Charlie nearly choked on his patacone. He looked at me in all seriousness and said “Honey, in Panama, nothing is real and everything is what it seems.” I laughed his comment off as I dug into my tamale; but I knew that the statement held more truth than anything I had seen or heard since arriving on this mystifying little isthmus.

As any country struggling to develop and define itself Panama has Read more

Considering Panama Retirement: Simple, Reasonable and Relaxed

September 9th, 2010 | Panama - Relocation, Panama - Travel Tips, Uncategorized | 4 Comments »

Many who decide on retirement in Panama do so without first spending a great deal of time in the country. This often leads to unrealistic expectations and sometimes disappointment. Living in any country is truly what you make of the experience; however, retiring in Panama can provide an uncomplicated, inexpensive and tranquil lifestyle if you do your homework first.

The cost and pace of living in Panama City is comparable to many cities in the United States. For this reason many retirees choose to venture out into the interior and to towns such as Pedasi, David, Boquete and Bocas Del Toro. These cities host the advantages of less traffic, cheaper rent and utilities (average rent in Boquete is Read more

Panama Pacifico

August 3rd, 2010 | Panama - Business, Panama - Investment, Panama - Relocation | No Comments »

Sam Taliaferro reports on Panama Pacifico:

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.

Read more from Sam Taliaferro at the Panama Investor Blog.

The Big Gringo travel Central and South America trying out new things and reporting back to you Read more