During the job seeking process, we have always wondered what the best way to find a good, well-paid and full-of-benefits job is. While we are at it, we will find tons of staffing agencies, thousands of job boards, millions of companies. So, how do I find the right job? There…
From the creators of La Rana Dorada Cevecería comes the arrival of Panama’s first artisanal rum made from traditional raspadura: Pedro Mandinga. Here’s a look inside… Pedro Mandinga is a rum bar situated in the heart of Casco Viejo near Plaza Herrera and across from the iconic Rolo de Sedas mami…
The American Trade Hotel by Ace is one of the most stylish places to stay in the historic Casco Viejo neighborhood of Panama City. Panama City’s historic Casco Viejo district is easily the hippest and unique part of town to stay. The quiet Spanish colonial streets are a stark contrast from the concrete jungle…
During the job seeking process, we have always wondered what the best way to find a good, well-paid and full-of-benefits job is. While we are at it, we will find tons of staffing agencies, thousands of job boards, millions of companies. So, how do I find the right job? There…
Leaving your home, as well as your friends and family behind to move to another country, where everything that surrounds you is completely different from that to which you are used to seeing is really not an easy task: different people, different cultures, different food and sometimes even a different…
This post is for the ladies in Panama City. Thursday is your night. Your night to go out, order drinks, and not spend a dime. This is because a few of the bars in Panama host a “ladies night” on Thursdays, and if you plan it right you could spend an entire…
Instead of getting the typical tourist t-shirt or magnet that says Panama, look into getting these one-of-a-kind items: Panama Hat Panama is famous for their Panama Hats (which are actually made in Ecuador not Panama), and they are actually in style right now. A good quality hat is going to start…
Navigating Panama City’s confusing Metro Bus system is a little easier with the launch of public transportation routes on Google Maps. Learning how to use the bus in Panama City was not an easy task for me and often involved getting lost along the way. The was no “enter start and…
The Panama Sushi Fest is bringing open sushi this August 19, 20, and 21 at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Panama City, Panama. Try unique rolls from Panama’s top sushi restaurants and vote on your favorite! Tickets available for $25 via panatickets.com. The food scene in Panama continues to evolve…
One of the conveniences of Uber is that no cash is involved with the transactions. It truly is great: Order the Uber, arrive to your destination, and the ride is automatically charged to your credit card. But the problem with this in developing countries is that not everyone has a…
You can do just about anything on an app now… order food, order a driver, chat with someone across the world, the options are endless! In Panama there are a number of apps that have popped up that can truly make your life easier, so here are my top 26…
The Tocumen International Airport is the main airport in Panama, and you most likely will be flying into this one. It is located about 20 km from the center Panama City, and there are a few options available for easily getting to the city, taking approximately 25 minutes. Here are five easy…
I think one thing we can agree on is that brunch is by far the best hybrid meal ever invented. There’s really nothing better than sleeping in from the prior late night shenanigans, rolling into a restaurant and having a big plate of french toast and a bloody mary. But…
You probably don’t normally associate the words “stylish” or “boutique” with hostels, but for the modern millennial traveler, a dirty dorm bunk bed isn’t going to cut it anymore. People are looking for stylish spaces that ignite creativity where they can meet other like-minded travelers, while at the same time…
After taking Spanish classes at Habla Ya in Panama City I asked my friends there for advice on some effective ways to practice Spanish once classes are over. Based on their recommendations and a few of my own additions I’ve come up with a creative list on how you can…
Why did everyone flock to an island off the coast of Panama last weekend? To experience Euphoria. Art, culture, and music was combined in the beautiful natural surroundings of Taboga with an open air festival to truly appreciate what this island has to offer. It was a first-of-its-kind event for this small island and…
The indigenous community of Armila is part of Panama’s protected Kuna Yala territory in San Blas, Panama and lies on a 5km stretch of beach on the edge of the Panamanian jungle. It is a refuge to over 4,000 endangered Leatherback turtles that ascend the shores of the beach to…
This week kicks off one of my favorite events in Panama City: The 5th Annual International Film Festival! The festival opens on Thursday, April 7 with a red carpet screening of the Cuban produced movie Viva at Teatro Balboa and closes with on the 13th with the movie La Delgada Linea…
March 30, 2016 was the two year anniversary of Uber operating in Panama City, Panama and they celebrated by giving users free macaroons from Ladurée! Starting at 11 am users could swipe to the Uberversary option within the app and have macaroons delivered to them by an Uber driver for FREE.…
Taboga Island is known as the “Island of Flowers”, but is more locally famous as a popular day trip with easy access from Panama City. On any given weekend you’ll find partygoers on their yachts parked around the island and families & friends enjoying beers on the beach. But this upcoming April 16, 2016 people…
Panama is beginning to be picked up on the radar of the world’s jet-setters. Recently Forbes featured an article on How Panama Is Becoming The Next Luxury Hot Spot that featured some of the high-end real estate, shopping, and hotels that are popping up in Panama City right now. While the…
La Buena Vida Hotel provides an artistic & laid-back retreat in Santa Catalina, Panama with private villas, healthy food, yoga, massages, and more! Santa Catalina has gained the reputation as being one of Panama’s top surfing destinations as well a gateway to Coiba National Park for divers & snorkelers. I’ve had so…
Uber has announced that fares for their economical UberX service has just gotten even cheaper with a 20% price drop. The new fares are effective today – however it is only for a limited time. Uber has stated that if they see an increase in ridership they will leave the…
President Juan Carlos Varela has announced that Line 3 of the Panama City Metro will feature Japanese technology and be financed by Japan, a project valued at more than $2 billion dollars. Line 3 will be 27 kilometers with 6 trains and 14 stations going from Line 1 in Albrook to Arraiján…
I’m proud to be living in Panama City and love showing where I live to friends & family that visit. It’s the whole reason I’ve created this blog! I want visitors, expats, and locals to discover the real Panama and have a good time. The absolute best way to see…
This upcoming January 27, Joss Stone will be bringing her talented voice to Panama City for an unforgettable performance. The concert is taking place at Teatro Amador, a recently restored theatre in the historic district that is now used as a mixed events venue. This is an amazing opportunity to get to…
A recent announcement by the Alcaldía de Panamá has revealed plans to give Panama City a “facelift” beginning this year, with over 20 projects to resurrect the current degrading state of several parts of the city. The projects are divided into four zones… Zone 1 (San Felipe and Santa Ana): This will…
On January 16th, Canal Grooves and Simons Agency are joining forces to produce an open air daytime party centered around a “secret bunker” on the Amador Causeway… The party goes from noon to midnight with an exclusive after party and features top talents in the underground electronic music industry Bella…
A new app called Live Walk PTY provides a new and innovative way to explore Panama’s historic Casco Viejo neighborhood by giving users a personal audio guided walking tour. The app uses your GPS location to guide you to certain points within in Casco Viejo and then users can view photos and listen…
To celebrate the holiday season season in Panama City, a temporary indoor ice skating rink called “Christmas Ice World” was inaugurated Sunday on Cinta Costera across from Multicentro. For $10 you can enjoy 30 minutes of ice skating that includes skates or $3 use your own skates. There is also…
I first discovered the hidden gem of Magno Barber Shop a little over a year ago in Panama City’s San Francisco neighborhood and its been my regular spot for a haircut or any other male grooming needs. I love that it has a modern masculine atmosphere, provides excellent service, and…
This Sunday December 6, 2015, children and adults will be able to enjoy the first ever “Disney Magic Moments” parade in Panama. The parade will take place along Cinta Costera beginning at 1 PM and will feature Donald and Daisy opening the parade, followed by Winnie the Pooh and friends, Tinker Bell…
During the annual lighting of the Christmas tree in Plaza Catedral, President Juan Carlos Varela made the announcement that the government will proceed with the restoration of the Metropolitan Cathedral in Casco Viejo. The restoration will cost approximately $12.1 million and will include work on the interior and exterior and the restoration of floors…
It’s time to pay the toll troll. After a brief period of being free, the newly opened Corredor Este in Panama City began charging tolls to users on Friday November 25. Drivers that pass through Rana de Oro will pay $1.35, Villa Lobos $1.35, Las Lajas $1.25 and Brisas del Golf $1.25.…
Tommy Hilfiger continues to expand their operations in Panama with the opening of their latest store at SOHO Mall – a new luxury shopping center in Panama City. Check out the photos from their opening party and stop by to see the new store for yourself!
With campuses in Bocas del Toro, Boquete, and Panama City… Habla Ya Spanish Schools has created unique learning experiences for travelers and expats in Panama for the past 10 years! If you happened to read my article earlier this year I even took a week of classes at their newly opened Panama…
You’ve probably heard of Humans of New York, the widely popular Facebook page that highlights photos of the people of that city along with their stories. Underage pregnancies, army deployments, post-secondary education woes, the difficulties of drug addiction—the stories highlight both the mundane and the extraordinary. But it’s not just…
Having phone service while traveling is a must. You can lookup directions on the go with Google Maps, call an Uber, research things to do in the new city, see if a hostel / restaurant / bar has good reviews, contact people with Whatsapp, upload photos to Instagram and Snapchat…
Driving down Corredor Sur in Panama City, Panama you’ll notice a massive billboard featuring internationally renowned tennis star Rafael Nadal in nothing but his undies. He is the new face and body of Tommy Hilfiger underwear and the campaign launch is in full swing in Panama. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Gcy31SJHUc “Rafael Nadal has been…
Last Sunday I headed to Isla Contadora with The Panama Good Times for a day of fun photos for their upcoming publication. Everyone had a blast and it was a reminder of how awesome Contadora is. It’s amazing that I can take a ferry in the morning from crazy and congested Panama…
