If you’re ever planning to live in a foreign country – either on a temporary basis or as a full-time resident – there will be many things to learn and deal with. As US citizens, we are so blessed with many environmental, technological, and socio-economic advantages that populations the world over cannot even imagine. So […]
Sunrise from our deck in Playa El Rompio, Panama House sitting in Panama, looking out at the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Ron and I wake up in the mornings to the sound of the waves kissing the soft sandy beach. Panamanian coffee in hand, we sit out on the spacious deck and take in the fresh […]
Why Panama is our top retirement choice at this time is simple. Sitting on our last flight headed back to Albuquerque, Ron and I were not looking forward to New Mexico’s cold weather. We had been in Panama for the last two months so we didn’t even have warm jackets to wear off the plane. […]
Another typical retirement community comprised mostly of North American expats . . . golf carts, fancy resorts, high-end dining . . . in a foreign country that’s “Americanized” because it has many of the conveniences of home . . . NOT! That description might be what some people expect Boquete, Panama to be like. However, […]
Our Arrival in Panama Our morning started off with a continental breakfast; fresh-picked papaya and pineapple, a French baguette, and strong Panamanian coffee. In the distance, sea-faring vessels are waiting their turn to go through the Canal. Tropical breezes are pleasant, but in a few hours the billowy clouds will produce refreshing afternoon showers. This […]
Standing on the front of the boat, it felt somewhat like a “Titanic” movie moment. Arms outspread, breathing the fresh sea air, I was filled with exhilaration and excitement to be out in the water on our 300-person tour boat to see the incredible engineering marvel on our cruise through the Panama Canal. Ron had […]
Next week, Ron and I will be heading out for a Latin American adventure to experience one of our long-dreamed-about destinations in Mexico and Latin America. We’re very excited about getting away for a few weeks on a Latin American adventure and exploring the cities, rainforests, and colonial highlands of three countries, Mexico, Costa Rica, […]