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It can be stressful to figure out health insurance, no matter where you live. But in a foreign country it is more so. In this post, I describe the following. 4 Types of Health Insurance Available in Panama 7 Things To Find Out Before Choosing A Policy 3 Insurance Broker Recommendations 9 Important Details About Insurance In Panama 4 … Read more
Health insurance is one of the items you must consider when moving to Panama. Health care is very affordable in Panama. So affordable that many people just chose to pay out of pocket. For instance, a typical doctor visit is $10. Total. Although, in a private clinic like Mae Lewis in David, it can be … Read more
As I mentioned in the previous post, I despise buying airline tickets. One reason is that I was never sure if the flights I was finding were the best. Price and schedule. Using Scott’s Cheap Flight tips on how to use Momondo and Google Flights really helped. But he also has an entire guide … Read more
I despise buying airline tickets. I find it quite stressful. Recently, I decided I was just going to have a travel agent do it. I was happy to pay a fee to get that task off my hands. Travel Agent Experience Of course, I assumed that the agent would have access to better information … Read more
I want to announce that we have revamped and restructured our Corazon de Oro properties. And at all new prices. We have been told by quite a few people that these are the most beautiful properties in Puerto Armuelles. We will be filming comprehensive videos of these properties this summer. After which time we will start marketing them … Read more
Betsy and I were invited to speak at the Live and Invest Overseas (LIOS) Conference in Panama City on February 15-17, 2017. It was satisfying to be invited to speak by Live and Invest Overseas (LIOS). For one thing, the invitation indicated to us that our website is attracting attention. The InterAmericana Trip It … Read more
April 26, 2017 Just yesterday, the National Assembly voted. And it voted yes. Finally, after many delays Del Monte can grow bananas in Puerto Armuelles. This is excellent news for the economy of Puerto Armuelles and its district of Baru. It will also be good for many folks in Bocas del Toro. Which is why all … Read more
El Tamborito is a lively dance accompanied by folkloric music. It is one of many Panamanian folk dances, but this dance is unique to the country. Which is one reason it is Panama's national dance. [leadplayer_vid id="58FF854299CB2"] The video above was done by elsalvador.com About the Dance Tamborito evolved starting in the 17thcentury after the Spanish conquistadors brought … Read more
Get ready for a fun time. If I read the poster right, there will be a celebratory parade of people in tipica costumes performing Tamborito music and dancing Tamborito* is Panama’s national dance. You can really feel the African influences in the music. El Tamborito is often performed at formal events, but I think it is best … Read more
You can make money in Panama. You don’t have to wait to move to Panama until your pension starts or you win the lottery. You don’t need a work permit or even a residency visa in Panama to earn money online. And the easiest and fastest way to make money online is by teaching … Read more
I retired to Panama last year from Canada. My career was in social services so I had always been in a ‘helping other’s’ position. I knew when I retired I would need/want something to do so I would not be bored. For several years, I had thought about teaching English as a second language but … Read more
This is a heads up to let you know I have updated 2 items: Places to Stay in Puerto Armuelles Places to Stay on Nearby Punta Burica In particular, it has been awhile since I reviewed the accommodations available on Punta Burica. Turns out 2 of the hotels are no longer in business, but 2 others have taken … Read more
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