Modern shipping piracy occurs in many ways, but a French shipping company might be the world’s first victim of desert-based piracy on the high seas. France-based international steamship firm Compagnie Maritime Marfret in U.S. District Court says that, as its ship, the M/V Rossini, prepared to traverse the Panama Canal in April, hackers duped the […]
Funny but true story about the number 1 tax haven in the world – The United States of America. The Nevada Secretary of State responded this week to a U.S. senator concerned about shady shell companies in light of the massive Panama Papers leak, saying her office has limited authority to demand the names of […]
When I first read about offshore corporations and how one can benefit from their use I thought, WOW – sitting on some beach doing my finances. Simon Black explains some of the reasons why you should still consider going offshore for all the legitimate reasons and why Plan B is a smart move right now. […]
Lauren Mowery wrote a special for USA TODAY how Panama produces some of the finest coffees and rums in the world, and both beverages have become increasingly easier to enjoy in the country. I love it here!! The release of thousands of documents exposing secret offshore accounts of politicians and actors, recently rocketed […]
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With the opening of the long-awaited Panama Canal expansion project this June, all eyes are on the impact the $5.25 billion engineering marvel will have on maritime traffic across the vital international lanes that link the Pacific, the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico. However, the transformation it will bring to Panama’s domestic economy and […]
Susie and I departed Boquete and flew out of David to Panama City last Saturday morning and transferred to Flamenco Marina to board the Cherin III, a 66 foot Buddy Davis luxury sport fish. With calm seas, we cruised south into the Pacific headed to The Pearl Islands, the starting point of our 5 day […]
I remember this post that I did a couple of years back about the traditional Glogg party at the Panamonte Inn. This year the owners Inga and her son Charlie hosted a great party and we all had a wonderful time. They are truly great people and really know how to throw great Christmas party. […]
Villa 136 in Valle Escondido has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, two terraces, a double carport and approximately 2800 square feet of area. Built in 2005, there is a 20 year tax exoneration in place. At $375,000, this villa represents the best value in Valle Escondido. The views are incredible and the eastern exposure provides […]
Eric Haun reports in this article that appeared in Marine Link.com about the risks of larger vessels that will use the newly enlarged Canal next year. As the Panama Canal prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary, insurers are warning of the increased risks that will arise from its plan to double the cargo-carrying capacity of […]