Nothing drives one to drink like a dramatic, unexpected breakup. Being the the practical girl that I am, I figured I’d turn lemons into lemonade by setting out on a tour of some of Panama City’s best microbreweries while I am in “drowning my sorrows” mode. Seriously though, I really love good beer, a chill atmosphere and supporting local businesses, so win, win, AND win. Here in Panama City, the…
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PANAMA PENSIONADO BENEFITS GUIDE 2025
Panama is consistently ranked as one of the top places in the world to retire. There are many reasons people are choosing this Central American paradise to live out their golden years: the mild climate, modern infrastructure and stunning, natural beauty just to name a few. However there are also real economic incentives to move to Panama, put in place by the Panamanian government in the form of one of…
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GET MIXING AT PEDRO MANDINGA
Locals and visitors alike love Pedro Mandinga and La Rana Dorada for their artisanal brews and handcrafted rum cocktails. They are a staple here in town offering fabulous happy hour specials, salsa nights, sponsored community events and super-cool tours of their distillery and brewery in Tumba Muerto. Recently, they introduced their “Ron de Coco Silver Pedro Mandinga” or Artisanal Coconut Rum of Panama. This sweet rum is an instant classic…
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20 AMAZING THINGS TO DO IN PANAMA CITY
Panama City, Panamá, might be a relatively small city by international standards, but there are plenty of fabulous things packed into this little metropolis. With rooftop bars, rainforest flora and fauna and the most famous canal on the planet, you won’t be at a loss for things to do in PTY. 1. VISIT THE CANAL This modern-day engineering marvel should be on every visitor’s to do list. It is not…
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HOW TO SPEND CARNAVAL IN PANAMA 2025
Panama’s Carnaval ranks among the most spectacular celebrations in Latin America. More than 1 million people participate in Panama’s Carnaval festivities each year. This four-day festival preceding Ash Wednesday transforms the entire country into a whirlwind of color, music, and revelry. From the historical importance to modern day manifestation, this guide to will set your up for how spend Carnaval in Panama, 2025. Whether you’re planning a trip or simply…
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CERRO AZUL PANAMA: A WORLD AWAY
Just shy of an hour away from downtown Ciudad de Panama, lies this rumored mountain paradise where temperatures rarely exceed 75°F–24°C. Cerro Azul, Panama, is, indeed, a world away from the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Perched 2,500 feet above sea level, the air is cooler, the views are remarkable and expansive and the peace and natural beauty are next level. There’s something magical about life above the…