In recent months, several expats have mentioned they would enjoy volunteering in Puerto Armuelles. One idea that I have been contemplating for quite awhile now is setting up a volunteer-to-teach-English network. Or possibly an English-Spanish exchange network. Help Others It would be a way for expat retirees to help young people in Puerto Armuelles improve their English. As you can … 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
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
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
We had a fun time at Cañon Macho de Monte. You can see us playing in the river (Rio Macho de Monte) as it runs through the canyon. Day Trip From Puerto Armuelles The trip reminded me how small and easy it is to explore Panama, and Chiriqui Province in particular. Business & Pleasure We wanted […]
I had such a great time at the Boquete Jazz Festival last year. I am definitely going this year. Last year, my 8 year old was NOT thrilled. My 13 year old enjoyed it. My husband (the guy in the photo) liked it alot. And I loved it! I had the best time dancing … Read more
The Boquete flower and coffee festival certainly lives up to its name. But it doesn’t offer up many more attractions than the ones in its title. The landscape and garden design are certainly beautiful, but are by no means the best out there. During the afternoon hours, the festival ground are relatively vacant. In […]
El Pulpo is on a quiet street. It is close to downtown Puerto Armuelles. Have you been to Restaurante El Pulpo yet? It's in the Rio Mar neighborhood of Puerto Armuelles. Last week, our friend Victor adamantly declared that Pulpo was, "hands down the best restaurant in Puerto Armuelles." So our little family of four … Read more
A group of 8 volunteers in Puerto Armuelles is dedicated to helping animals. They offer a monthly clinic to spay, neuter, vaccinate, de-worm, and more. They are most concerned about preventing the spread of diseases. Watch this interview with the organizer, Irma Guerra, and the volunteer veterinarian, Dr. Roberto Crespo. How It Started At … Read more
What you do at the start of the new year will set the tone for the rest of the year. At least that is what most Panamanians believe People carefully consider how to greet the new year here. Want a new car? Make sure you are touching the car you want, or at least the … Read more
In Panama City on December 12? You can participate in the 5th annual Carols by Candlelight charity concert. Don’t forget to pick up a bi-lingual song book. The free 32 page bi-lingual caroling books are now available in Panama City in all: Felipe Motta, branches, Casita de Navidad, Crepes and Waffles, Wyndham Hotel Albrook, Restaurant Swiss … Read more
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