I receive emails on a routine basis telling me that “we are coming to Panama to explore, help me with some suggestions”. I often plan entire itineraries for clients suggesting places to visit, places to stay, entertainment and of course the best places for a little rest and relaxation. I let International Living wear out […]
I have often shown where new roadways have opened up new markets in Panama. I shot a video in January of 2012 to show first hand a new road under construction in a market that offers excellent opportunities for investment and upside potential. This post has an updated video that I shot in December when […]
Well, we are getting into the Christmas spirit here in Panama and it is not much different that other places in the world where the lights are bright hanging from the trees and the eves of homes and the children are all excited with the upcoming big day ahead. Panama Christmas traditions contain a curious […]
This is incredible and I am so pleased to see this initiative as it will mean a lot to Chiriqui and all of Panama. Go Blue Central America is an interactive map to share with the rest of the world the uniqueness and authenticity of the marine and coastal areas of Central America. The U.S. […]
Panama has great surfing and it attracts a lot of visitors as well as the home town girls who just wanna have fun! Thanks to Eric Jackson at the Panama News for sharing this vid. Panama has surfing, and Panama has rock and roll. There are many surfing spots on both coasts, but the prime […]
Panama is starting to look like the Dubai of the Americas and it is often compared with that famous city. This project joins the Biomusio in Amador which was designed by Frank Gehry and is scheduled to open next year. The new convention center, which represents an investment of 149 million euros, seeks to place […]
While Florida ports are in some of the best positions to benefit from the expansion of the Panama Canal, there are a lot of competing ports in the US that are moving quicker, with more money and will be ready sooner. I always liked the term “Speed to Market” and this time – time is […]
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last few years, you are aware that Panama is expanding the canal to accommodate larger vessels. Besides just being wider, these ships have drafts that require a 50 foot deep canal. As with the canal, ports around the world are having to scramble to do […]
This 37 acre farm has pasture land and backs up to the Caimito River. Excellent water sources from on site wells, good light, excellent rich soil and minutes form the Pan American Highway for speed to market of fresh vegetables, fruit and other food products. Soil conditions are optimal for field crops. There is […]
The recently approved Law 80 on tourism in Panama has granted incentives to companies who develop maritime tourism infrastructure. I have reported on this before that it will be a boon to development, especially along coastal areas like Boca Chica. Considering that it can take years to get approval for a marina project here in […]