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Until now, we have mostly written about our family’s experiences with health care in Panama. Those experiences have been highly positive – both in care and in great cost savings. Health care information on our site: 50 cent emergency room visit 2 hospital visits in Puerto Armuelles 4 tips for a healthy lifestyle in Panama … Read more
My neighbor, Veronica, graciously agreed to share why she chose Puerto Armuelles, Panama to retire. — As well as why she likes living here. Transcription of the Video Betsy of Living In Panama (off camera) asked: Veronica, why did you decide to move to Panama and why Puerto Armuelles? Veronica Answers Below Costa Rica Well, I … Read more
UPDATE – The radio show is currently paused (June 2016) We have good news for all of you radio listeners in Puerto Armuelles and environs. If you have been waiting for an expat radio show by expats, and in English, it has arrived. Recent transplants to Puerto Armuelles, Michael Butler and Beverley McAleese, have undertaken a … Read more
Curious about what Puerto Armuelles looks like from the beach? Check out this video. In mid-January 2016, my daughter Skylar and I walked on the beach from the Corazon de Jesus neighborhood to the town center of Puerto Armuelles. I had been thinking of doing it for awhile, but I finally shook off my … Read more
It is a bit hypocritical of me to be writing this article right now, since I am not always “practicing” what I am going to “preach” here. I am writing this in late March, the peak of the dry season, and the temperature can get pretty hot in these months (today there is a wonderful … Read more
Hi all, If you are looking for an affordable property only a 1 minute stroll from our favorite beach, check out this video. It has a partially built house on it. This property is in a great location. It is only a 1 minute stroll from our favorite beach in Puerto Armuelles, Panama & a 10 minute drive … Read more
Rights of Possession (ROP) land is somewhat unique to Latin America. It often makes North Americans uneasy. But the concept is not as unfamiliar as you may think. A little history may help. In the beginning, land in Panama did not belong to anyone. The indigenous people used it collaboratively. Then the Spanish came. They declared all … Read more
Are you looking for something in Panama that you don’t have in your life already? Many websites, including our own, sometimes give an impression that there is something down here in Panama that is not available up north, or wherever it is that our readers happen to be. I hope that we have been clear, and honest … Read more
March 26, 2016 by Skylar Vayda and Betsy Czark The rodeo here is different from the ones you might have attended elsewhere. Unlike the rodeos in the Untied States, which include lasso tricks and events designed to test a cowboy’s riding skills, the Panamanian rodeo involves just one activity – Roping a calf from horseback. The … Read more
March 26, 2016 In this post, Victor explains why he likes living in Puerto Armuelles, Panama. He also gives advice to people thinking of living in Panama. Originally, Victor said all of this in a video. However, Victor does not like the fame the video has given him, especially people recognizing him. He asked me … Read more
Puerto's hardware stores have everything for both homeowners and builders Puerto Armuelles boasts about a dozen hardware stores. This abundance of hardware stores is one of the things that makes life in Puerto Armuelles feel like taking a step back in time, to a quieter, simpler life. It is also good news for would-be homeowners, as well … Read more
Update: During Panama's coronavirus quarantine, no one is allowed to leave their house on Sundays, including Easter Sunday. Easter 2020 will be very different throughout the world. For those missing community this day, reach out to family and services online. My family is doing a group zoom call on Easter. Your church is likely conducting … Read more
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How to buy Panama real estate with confidence and ease, written by the family that lives in Puerto Armuelles.
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Titled beachfront and ocean-view property in Puerto Armuelles, from a family that has lived here for over 13 years.
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