Not sure what visa type you need to enter Panama? Whether you’re looking to retire, work remotely, or get married, there is a visa option for you. Here is a quick overview of the visa types in Panama so you can start planning your move! We’ll discuss: General Requirements and Documents Types of Visa in … Read more
People who live cross-culturally, for any significant portion of their lives, are often duped. When we first choose to live as foreigners we are prime for the suckering. We are wide-eyed and overflowing with enthusiasm. We soak up everything that Lonely Planet, Rosetta Stone and Wikipedia have to offer about our soon to be new home. … Read more
Panamanians dress casually. How casual depends upon where you are in Panama. Bocas del Toro is very casual. Flip-flops, shorts, a t-shirt, or even a tank top is fine. In Panama City people tend to dress more stylishly than elsewhere in Panama. Business casual is more the norm. Suits and high heels are seen more often, but overall […]
WhatsApp. Everyone in Panama uses it. WhatsApp is essential for anyone living in Panama. It really is. And WhatsApp is one more reason to get a smartphone. That is if you are someone still stubbornly holding out on getting one. Find out about your cell phone options in Panama What is WhatsApp WhatsApp is a … Read more
Bananas are easy to grow in Panama. You may even find a volunteer banana tree growing in your yard. One that you never planted. The key to enjoying the bananas on your tree is to keep birds from eating them all. My daughters explain how to preserve your bananas and more in the video above. … Read more
One day, this past August, my daughters and I did a video of the fruit in our yard. Our yard in Puerto Armuelles, Panama. We were surprised at the number of fruit trees we have. So instead of one long video, we are making 13 short ones. We are producing the videos in them in … Read more
Everyone in Panama is required to carry ID. At all times. And I mean everyone. Citizens Legal residents Tourists Type of ID Required You must carry 1 of these 2 types of identification: Your Panama Cedula Your Passport And only those documents are acceptable. Proof in Panama Legally The government wants to make sure you are … Read more
You have probably heard about the art & music scene in Boquete. Boquete has art shows, an expat theatre, and an annual outdoor art & music festival. I have often lamented that our little beach town of Puerto Armuelles was not attracting many expat musicians. Well, perhaps I spoke too soon. Over the past several … Read more
The Living In Panama House is the perfect design for a tropical climate. Designed to keep you cool and comfortable Economical to build and easy to maintain Beautiful and high quality Allows a strong connection with the natural surroundings What makes the Living In Panama House different? The Living In Panama House is, in essence, … Read more
Check out our expanded & updated info on Puerto’s Places to Eat Neighborhoods Places To Eat We updated & expanded our Places to Eat page to include: Our favorite lunch places More places to eat dinner A Map! – with restaurant locations Click to see this expanded Puerto Armuelles restaurant info. Neighborhoods Discover information on more … Read more
Are you moving to Panama? Or thinking of moving here? Then you should check out these 22 essential tips. The tips cover everything from should you move? to what cell phone apps to download. 1. First, before you move, determine if Panama is right for you. To discover that, you should be clear on what you … Read more
Need help with your iphone? There is no Apple genius bar in Puerto Armuelles, but there is Genius Place. Visit Genius Place to solve your cell phone crisis – Android or iphone. Sometimes, free of charge. They also sell technology and accessories, such as: Cell Phones, cases, chargers, power banks, routers, modems, mouse(s) (“Mice?”), all … 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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