I discovered a video (below) I took of my family in 2007. It gives a glimpse at an enjoyable lazy hammock day near our home in Panama. A day that could easily be replicated today – except maybe for the baby monkey. If you are interested in visiting Mono Feliz, visit their facebook page for more information. … Read more
We have been in Puerto Armuelles for 10 years now. Plenty of time to observe the lifestyle habits that seem to lead to a happy life for our retired expat neighbors. The happiest folks, share a common thread: Keep active Have hobbies Maintain community Passionate about their lives Enjoy living in our beach town of Puerto […]
I don’t know about you, but one of the first things I think of when I get to a new place is internet access. Overall, Panama has pretty good internet access. It doesn’t compare to the US or Canada, but for Central America it is excellent. One reason for this is that Panama, specifically … Read more
Updated March 16, 2017 There are many reasons to live in Panama. You don’t need a residency visa to enjoy most them. However, there are practical and concrete reasons to get a resident permit. Americans may have more reasons to get a Panama residency than other foreigners, but every nationality benefits. (Scroll down … Read more
Updated Dec 13, 2019 You don’t have to travel all the way to Panama City to get something done at the US Embassy. Every 3-4 months the Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit visits David and/or Boquete. You can accomplish many tasks at one of these ACS travelling shows. Passport renewals Absentee voting Notarization SSA proof of life … Read more
This year, 2016, you can mail your voter registration and your ballot — postage free — from the US Consulate in Panama City. There are several websites that will help you both register to vote and vote. In many cases you can do these online. Some states allow voting by email or fax. For resources on … Read more
As I’ve said before, I love the rainy season. I keep meaning to take a video of the rains, and I finally have. Lightening and Thunder Sometime I will remember to take a video when the thunder and lightening really gets going. It can get very loud. And the lightening here flashes and spans the … Read more
Paying your utility bills in Panama is getting easier every year. Ten years ago, we had to visit each individual utility office. Then wait in line to pay. Sometimes the lines were long, and did not move fast. Pay At Grocery Store These days, we simply take our bill to Romero’s grocery store where they have a counter … Read more
I was recently asked about utility bills in Panama. In this article, I share what we pay in utility costs. I also compare our utility bills here to our bills in the US. First of all, bill paying in Puerto Armuelles has not been a big preoccupation for us. Bills here are so much lower … Read more
So you want to watch the Olympics online while you are in Panama. It can be a frustrating experience. But read on, there is an easy solution. To Watch NBC Online The American channel, NBC, is broadcasting the Olympics. NBC will “give” you 5 free minutes online. Then you must log in with your satellite or cable TV subscription info. … Read more
We have an elderly friend, 90 years old, who recently left Puerto Armuelles. He is an expat who lived for many years in Costa Rica and then many years in Panama. He left Puerto Armuelles to spend what he thinks are his final years living with a close friend in Costa Rica. This woman is … Read more
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
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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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