Check Out Ari BBQ Restaurant in Puerto Armuelles

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Have you tried Ari BBQ yet? It is one of Puerto Armuelles’ newer restaurants.   It is definitely worth checking out. We have been there twice now. Location It is near ESPA on the main road that runs through Puerto Armuelles. ESPA is a school in the Los Angles neighborhood.  ESPA is across from the fair […]

Affordable Alternative To Owning A Car in Panama – Taxis

The majority of expats who live full-time or part-time in Panama drive their own, personal car. And why not. The highway system is being improved every year. There are thousands of miles of brand new, smooth asphalt to drive, and often there are few cars to share the road with. Cars in Panama are relatively … Read more

How to Apply for Panama Health Insurance + Advice

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The first step is selecting your health insurance policy.   I recommend using a good insurance broker for this.   You need a policy that is a good fit for your age, health situation, location, budget, and any pre-existing conditions you may have. A broker can help you figure out which health insurance policy is the best … Read more

Which Health Insurance To Choose in Panama

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So you have decided to get health insurance in Panama. And you understand your health insurance options. How Do You Choose Which Insurance Plan To Buy? In this post, I cover: International Health Insurance (why, limits, & companies) Domestic Health Insurance (why, limits, & companies) An Insurance Broker’s Recommendation International Health Insurance More and more expats in … Read more

Panama Health Insurance – Types, Info, Tips & More

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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

Should You Get Health Insurance in Panama?

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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

Don’t Miss A El Tamborito Performance

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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

Saturday: Parade, Dancing & Music In Puerto Armuelles

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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

Teach English Online – In Panama or From Anywhere

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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

Teaching English with Boxfish

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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

New Video- Affordable Beach Front For Sale

This short video shows off one of our beautiful beachfront properties.   It also gives a brief tour of some of the places you can easily visit when you live in Puerto Armuelles.  Links You can find more photos and details about this property by clicking here. In the video, I mention a few links … Read more

The End of Permanent Tourist in Panama

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Updated: March 24, 2017 Panama is saying enough is enough! Too many people are living in Panama, but not bothering to obtain legal residency. Panama has made some quick changes to stop that. As of March 6th, you cannot renew your Panama Tourist Visa, unless you leave Panama for at least 30 days. That’s right you must … Read more

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