Taboga Island, Panama
Taboga is a 12.1-square-km island that sits in the Gulf of Panama in the Pacific Ocean. The handiwork of volcanic forces, its hilly topography offers spectacular vistas of Panama City and the gigantic ocean liners that queue to enter the Panama Canal. Also known as La Isla de Las Flores (the Island of Flowers), it’s not only the sights that draw you in but the sounds and smells… This is a place that’s steeped in history.
Taboga is only 20 kms offshore, meaning it could almost qualify as a Panama City neighborhood… It’s close enough that you can enjoy the conveniences of the capital, but far away enough that you’re removed from its chaos. Its expat population, mostly made up of retirees from Canada, England, and the States, accounts for roughly 20% of the total number of residents. Many of them own businesses while others simply bask in the tranquility of island living.
In this Panama Special Report, we step off the ferry with you onto Panama’s most easily accessed island filled with color, community, and culture.
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Aguadulce, Panama
Many people only know Aguadulce as that annoying little town along the Pan-American Highway where traffic becomes congested… And it’s true—but it’s a misconception that traffic is all there is to this town. The other misconception is that Aguadulce’s only attraction is the Spanish-colonial architecture. There’s so much more…
Aguadulce’s history is mysterious… It was known as “la tierra de la sal y el azúcar” (the land of salt and sugar) during the late 18th century and was baptized as San Juan Bautista de Aguadulce around the same time.
The Aguadulceña community takes great pride in their cultural history and its importance to the country. The small town preserves several cultural landmarks that the now Ministry of Culture proclaimed important to Panama’s national heritage in 2017…
One is the Museum of Salt and Sugar, with its colonial architecture and canary yellow façade. For a nominal fee, you can look at pre-Colombian artifacts, historical documents, photographs, as well as the origins of the sugar industry. Another iconic building is the Eduardo Pedreschi Municipal Palace. Built in 1925, it’s named after the Italian architect who designed many of the important buildings in the city.
Currently, Aguadulce is restoring, improving, and repairing important city structures, with many visible renovation projects like Parque 19 de Octubre, directly across the street from the historic San Juan Bautista Church.
If you enjoy fresh air and sunshine (with some rain mixed in), Aguadulce is a great place to live, with an abundance of outdoor activities to do here… limited only by your imagination and abilities.
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Aguadulce, Panama
$ 14.95Many people only know Aguadulce as that annoying little town along the Pan-American Highway where traffic becomes congested… And it’s true—but it’s a misconception that traffic is all there is to this town. The other misconception is that Aguadulce’s only attraction is the Spanish-colonial architecture. There’s so much more…
Aguadulce’s history is mysterious… It was known as “la tierra de la sal y el azúcar” (the land of salt and sugar) during the late 18th century and was baptized as San Juan Bautista de Aguadulce around the same time.
The Aguadulceña community takes great pride in their cultural history and its importance to the country. The small town preserves several cultural landmarks that the now Ministry of Culture proclaimed important to Panama’s national heritage in 2017…
One is the Museum of Salt and Sugar, with its colonial architecture and canary yellow façade. For a nominal fee, you can look at pre-Colombian artifacts, historical documents, photographs, as well as the origins of the sugar industry. Another iconic building is the Eduardo Pedreschi Municipal Palace. Built in 1925, it’s named after the Italian architect who designed many of the important buildings in the city.
Currently, Aguadulce is restoring, improving, and repairing important city structures, with many visible renovation projects like Parque 19 de Octubre, directly across the street from the historic San Juan Bautista Church.
If you enjoy fresh air and sunshine (with some rain mixed in), Aguadulce is a great place to live, with an abundance of outdoor activities to do here… limited only by your imagination and abilities.
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Guna Yala (San Blas Islands)
The San Blas islands form part of Guna Yala, a comarca (type of province) stretching along Panama’s Caribbean coast.
The comarca is home to the indigenous Guna people and is unique in that it is recognized as autonomous (similar to if a U.S. native reservation were given the powers of a state). The local control has brought a quality of life and preservation of their culture that otherwise likely would have been unachievable.
Guna hospitality runs deep, and they welcome visitors with open arms. No “gringo pricing” here…
Hands down, the San Blas islands offer the best of the best for island vacationing. While the islands are plentiful in nature, modern development remains non-existent.
San Blas has crystal clear aquamarine waters and, unlike most beaches in Panama, white sand beaches that look and feel like baking flour…
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Guna Yala (San Blas Islands)
$ 14.95The San Blas islands form part of Guna Yala, a comarca (type of province) stretching along Panama’s Caribbean coast.
The comarca is home to the indigenous Guna people and is unique in that it is recognized as autonomous (similar to if a U.S. native reservation were given the powers of a state). The local control has brought a quality of life and preservation of their culture that otherwise likely would have been unachievable.
Guna hospitality runs deep, and they welcome visitors with open arms. No “gringo pricing” here…
Hands down, the San Blas islands offer the best of the best for island vacationing. While the islands are plentiful in nature, modern development remains non-existent.
San Blas has crystal clear aquamarine waters and, unlike most beaches in Panama, white sand beaches that look and feel like baking flour…
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The Definitive Guide To Carnaval In Panama
The big news in Panama every February is carnaval. This is the biggest party in Panama each year—more eagerly anticipated than Christmas. During the days of carnaval, thousands of people from every corner of the country dance to earsplitting music, while beautiful parade floats and elaborately dressed carnaval queens saunter down every major avenue of the country.
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The Definitive Guide To Carnaval In Panama
$ 14.95The big news in Panama every February is carnaval. This is the biggest party in Panama each year—more eagerly anticipated than Christmas. During the days of carnaval, thousands of people from every corner of the country dance to earsplitting music, while beautiful parade floats and elaborately dressed carnaval queens saunter down every major avenue of the country.
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Panama’s Azuero Peninsula Bundle
These Special Panama Reports arm you with all the tips, tricks, and firsthand insider intelligence you’ll need to decide whether the Azuero Peninsula could be home for you or not. Every report includes broad budget comparisons, insights into the communities and how your life would be within them, and much, much more.
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$ 59.00These Special Panama Reports arm you with all the tips, tricks, and firsthand insider intelligence you’ll need to decide whether the Azuero Peninsula could be home for you or not. Every report includes broad budget comparisons, insights into the communities and how your life would be within them, and much, much more.
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The Best Of Panama
More than just a popular North American retirement haven, Panama is also one of the world’s top tax havens, an international banking center, and home to some of the highest returning investments we’ve seen anywhere.
In fact, 52,000 Canadians spend time in Panama every year… and 25,000 Americans call this place home permanently. It’s not hard to understand why: This welcoming country is one of the easiest places in the world for a North American to live and invest… The official currency is the U.S. dollar, and America’s influence is felt everywhere… from its malls, nightlife, and restaurants to its home designs, appliances, and cars.
Our one-of-a-kind bundle of reports is your first step into this top overseas haven. We have put together four of the most exciting destinations for retirees, young expats and smart investors:
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- El Cangrejo
- Pedasi
Get started today and uncover everything you want to know about this wonderful country: Cost of living, information on residency, investment opportunities, shopping, and even options for health care.
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The Best Of Panama
$ 29.85More than just a popular North American retirement haven, Panama is also one of the world’s top tax havens, an international banking center, and home to some of the highest returning investments we’ve seen anywhere.
In fact, 52,000 Canadians spend time in Panama every year… and 25,000 Americans call this place home permanently. It’s not hard to understand why: This welcoming country is one of the easiest places in the world for a North American to live and invest… The official currency is the U.S. dollar, and America’s influence is felt everywhere… from its malls, nightlife, and restaurants to its home designs, appliances, and cars.
Our one-of-a-kind bundle of reports is your first step into this top overseas haven. We have put together four of the most exciting destinations for retirees, young expats and smart investors:
- Bocas del Toro
- Casco Viejo
- El Cangrejo
- Pedasi
Get started today and uncover everything you want to know about this wonderful country: Cost of living, information on residency, investment opportunities, shopping, and even options for health care.
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