Retire in Boquete, The Valley of Eternal Rainbows

March 18, 2010 by admin  
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Wake up to the sound of birds and drinking a fresh cup of coffee harvested in a nearby plantation. Enjoy the day among nature in a town dubbed the “valley of flowers and eternal spring”. Stop at the local store to chit chat with lovely locals and expatriates. Marvel at the cloud covered mountains that [...]

Panama Highlands: Cerro Azul, El Valle de Anton, Altos del Maria, Boquete, Volcan and Cerro Punta

February 21, 2010 by ursula  
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Cerro Azul

Los Altos de Cerro Azul is located just 1/2 an hour from Panama’s Tocumen International Airport and on a clear day in Altos de Cerro Azul you have a phenomenal view of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The project of Altos de Cerro Azul is built at an altitude of about 950 [...]

An Expat’s Experience of Living in Boquete in the Chiriqui Province of Panama

December 18, 2009 by ursula  
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Article by Lee Zeltzer, Boquete expatriate resident and owner of  http://www.boqueteguide.com/
Far from Panama City is the town of Boquete Panama. Getting to Boquete is a 45 minute airplane ride or six to seven hours on the road. Bus service from Panama will get you to David and still you have an hour more on a [...]

Preferred Living Destinations in Panama

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CITY LIFE
Panama City
Panama City is an affordable cosmopolitan location for those who prefer city life. With a skyline reminiscent of Miami, the high rise buildings tower above the ocean or rain forest. Panama is one of the least expensive places in the world to live in a First World City. High class restaurants, first class [...]

The Panama Canal Railroad

May 1, 2009 by admin  
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Even before the United States acquired California after the Mexican War (1846-48), many heading for California used the isthmus crossing in preference to the long and dangerous wagon route across the vast plains and rugged mountain ranges. Discovery of gold in 1848 increased traffic greatly. In 1847 a group of New York financiers organized the [...]

The Chiriqui, Panama Advantage – Why Chiriqui is the Best Place to Settle

May 1, 2009 by admin  
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Boquete used to be Chiriqui province’s best kept secret. Today, more and more people are discovering the practicality of moving to Panama and settling in the “Land of Eternal Spring.” There are numerous reason’s why Boquete in Chiriqui is now one of the worlds top retirement destinations. Young and seasoned adventurers alike choose Boquete.
Low cost [...]

Coronado Real Estate – Panama’s First Beach Town

May 1, 2009 by admin  
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Coronado rose up as Panama’s first developed beach town. It is located about forty five minutes to the West of Panama city, via the InterAmercian Highway which is one of the best in Central America when it comes to quality.
Coronado’s entrance is marked by several shopping malls with a subway sandwich shop, various stores and [...]

Five Reasons to Visit Panama

May 1, 2009 by admin  
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There are many reasons why one should visit Panama. If you are tired of your daily routine then you should probably take a vacation. What better vacation would be than a vacation in Panama? Panama is the most ideal country to take a holiday in. The major number of sports and adventure that it offers [...]

Azuero Peninsula of Panama: Chitre, Las Tablas and Pedasi

March 1, 2008 by ursula  
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The upcoming rural play land: culture, filled with sun and nature. 

Jutting out prominently on Panama’s southern coast is the Azuero Peninsula. This off the beaten track rural area is cherished by Panamanians as the cradle of their Spanish heritage and folkloric traditions.
Covering the provinces of Herrera, Los Santos and Veraguas, its natural attractions include [...]

Panama, Not Far From the Good Old Folks at Home

May 12, 2007 by admin  
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When you arrive in Panama to start your new life in retirement here, you will be delighted to find that this country hosts vibrant Ex-Pat communities representing nations from every corner of the planet.One of the largest Ex-Pat groups in Panama is made up of folks from the U.S. and Canada.