--- title: Experiences from Residing in Panama by expats living in Panama. (14) description: Looking to Reside in Panama? Find useful information about neighborhoods, schools, healthcare, and more from expats living in Panama. (14) image: https://www.residepanama.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(26).png --- [Skip to content](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/14#main-content) ![Untitled design (23)](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(23).png?width=600&height=240&name=Untitled%20design%20(23).png) ![Untitled design (23)](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(23).png?width=600&height=240&name=Untitled%20design%20(23).png) - [Home](https://www.residepanama.com/en/) - [Panama Guide](https://www.residepanama.com/en/the-panama-guide-for-expats) - [Panama Blog](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog) - Areas Show submenu for Areas - [Panama City](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/panama-city) - [Costa Verde](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/costa-verde) - [Coronado](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/coronado) - [David](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/david) - [Boquete](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/boquete) - [Cambutal](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/exploring-the-charms-of-cambutal-panamas-coastal-jewel) - Shopping Show submenu for Shopping - [Albrook Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-albrook-mall) - [Altaplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-altaplaza-mall) - [Marketplaza](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-marketplaza-costa-verde) - [Metro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-metro-mall) - [Multicentro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multicentro-mall) - [Multiplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multiplaza-mall) - [Town Center Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-town-center-mall) - [Westland Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-westland-mall) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://www.residepanama.com/en/) - [Panama Guide](https://www.residepanama.com/en/the-panama-guide-for-expats) - [Panama Blog](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog) - Areas Show submenu for Areas - [Panama City](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/panama-city) - [Costa Verde](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/costa-verde) - [Coronado](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/coronado) - [David](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/david) - [Boquete](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/boquete) - [Cambutal](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/exploring-the-charms-of-cambutal-panamas-coastal-jewel) - Shopping Show submenu for Shopping - [Albrook Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-albrook-mall) - [Altaplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-altaplaza-mall) - [Marketplaza](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-marketplaza-costa-verde) - [Metro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-metro-mall) - [Multicentro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multicentro-mall) - [Multiplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multiplaza-mall) - [Town Center Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-town-center-mall) - [Westland Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-westland-mall) Open search Close search - [English](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog) - [Spanish](https://www.residepanama.com/es/publicaciones) English Show submenu for translations This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ## The Reside Panama Blog A knowledge base by expats in Panama to provide you with personal experiences gained by living in Panama. **What type of Panama information are you are looking for today?**  - [All](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog) - [About Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/about-panama) - [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) - [Moving to Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/moving-to-panama) - [Panama Shopping](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/panama-shopping) - [Investment and development](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/investment-and-development) - [Guide](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/guide) [![Taboga Island: Sunbathing while watching the Panama Skyline](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Taboga%20Island%20Panama.jpg?height=500&name=Taboga%20Island%20Panama.jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/taboga-island-sunbathing-while-watching-the-panama-skyline) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 2 min read. ## [Taboga Island: Sunbathing while watching the Panama Skyline](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/taboga-island-sunbathing-while-watching-the-panama-skyline) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 19, 2022, 12:49:13 PM Taboga Island, also known as Isla de las Flores, is a small island located in the Gulf of Panama, just 20 miles from the capital city of Panama. It is a popular destination for both tourists and locals alike, with its beautiful beaches, charming village, and rich history. [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/taboga-island-sunbathing-while-watching-the-panama-skyline) [![San Blas Islands Panama: Crystal Clear Waters & White Sandy Beaches.](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/San%20Blas%20Islands%20in%20Panama-1.jpg?height=500&name=San%20Blas%20Islands%20in%20Panama-1.jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/san-blas-islands-panama-crystal-clear-waters-white-sandy-beaches) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 2 min read. ## [San Blas Islands Panama: Crystal Clear Waters & White Sandy Beaches.](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/san-blas-islands-panama-crystal-clear-waters-white-sandy-beaches) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 19, 2022, 12:39:19 PM San Blas is a group of islands located in the Caribbean Sea, off the northeastern coast of Panama.... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/san-blas-islands-panama-crystal-clear-waters-white-sandy-beaches) [![National Nature Parks in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Altos%20de%20Campana%20National%20Park.jpeg?height=500&name=Altos%20de%20Campana%20National%20Park.jpeg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/national-nature-parks-in-panama) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 3 min read. ## [National Nature Parks in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/national-nature-parks-in-panama) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 3:02:04 PM Panama is a country located in Central America that is known for its rich biodiversity and... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/national-nature-parks-in-panama) [![Panama's History of Corruption](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Corruption%20in%20Panama.jpg?height=500&name=Corruption%20in%20Panama.jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panamas-history-of-corruption) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 3 min read. ## [Panama's History of Corruption](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panamas-history-of-corruption) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 2:51:42 PM Panama has a history of corruption, particularly in the public sector. The country has struggled to... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panamas-history-of-corruption) [![Working in Panama for Expats: International Companies, Permits, Salary](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Working%20in%20Panama%20for%20Expats..jpg?height=500&name=Working%20in%20Panama%20for%20Expats..jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/working-in-panama-for-expats-international-companies-permits-salary) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 4 min read. ## [Working in Panama for Expats: International Companies, Permits, Salary](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/working-in-panama-for-expats-international-companies-permits-salary) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 2:07:35 PM Panama is a popular location for international companies due to its strategic location, favorable... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/working-in-panama-for-expats-international-companies-permits-salary) [![Furniture Stores in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Furniture%20Stores%20in%20Panama.jpg?height=500&name=Furniture%20Stores%20in%20Panama.jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/furniture-stores-in-panama-including-second-hand-marketplaces) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 3 min read. ## [Furniture Stores in Panama, including second-hand marketplaces!](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/furniture-stores-in-panama-including-second-hand-marketplaces) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 1:50:43 PM There are many furniture stores in Panama that offer a wide range of furniture for home, office,... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/furniture-stores-in-panama-including-second-hand-marketplaces) [![Fishing in Panama: Popular fish species and places to fish in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fishing%20in%20Panama.jpg?height=500&name=Fishing%20in%20Panama.jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/fishing-in-panama-popular-fish-species-and-places-to-fish-in-panama) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 3 min read. ## [Fishing in Panama: Popular fish species and places to fish in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/fishing-in-panama-popular-fish-species-and-places-to-fish-in-panama) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 1:41:46 PM Panama is known for its rich and diverse marine life, making it a popular destination for fishing... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/fishing-in-panama-popular-fish-species-and-places-to-fish-in-panama) [![Panama National Food. Including recipes to try at home!](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PFL%20-%20Eat%20like%20a%20local.jpeg?height=500&name=PFL%20-%20Eat%20like%20a%20local.jpeg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panama-national-food-including-recipes-to-try-at-home) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 4 min read. ## [Panama National Food. Including recipes to try at home!](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panama-national-food-including-recipes-to-try-at-home) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 1:28:40 PM Panama has a diverse and rich culinary tradition that reflects the country's history and cultural... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panama-national-food-including-recipes-to-try-at-home) [![](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Costa%20del%20Este%20Panama.jpeg?height=500&name=Costa%20del%20Este%20Panama.jpeg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panama-expat-community) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 3 min read. ## [Panama's Expat Community](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panama-expat-community) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 17, 2022, 1:20:08 PM Panama is a popular destination for expats, as it offers a low cost of living, a tropical climate,... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/panama-expat-community) [![El Valle de Antón: Panama's Hiking Paradise](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/El%20Valle%20de%20Anton%20in%20Panama.jpg?height=500&name=El%20Valle%20de%20Anton%20in%20Panama.jpg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/el-valle-de-antón-panamas-hiking-paradise) [Living in Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/tag/living-in-panama) 3 min read. ## [El Valle de Antón: Panama's Hiking Paradise](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/el-valle-de-antón-panamas-hiking-paradise) ![Picture of Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png?width=50&name=Reside%20Panama%20Favicon.png) [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Dec 11, 2022, 8:43:25 AM El Valle de Anton is a quiet mountain town in a beautiful valley just two hours from Panama City.... [Continue reading \>](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/el-valle-de-antón-panamas-hiking-paradise) [First](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/1) [Prev](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/13) [12](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/12) [13](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/13) [14](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/14) [15](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/15) [16](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/16) [Next](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/15) [Last](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/page/17) ### The Reside Panama Blog Panama is an amazing country with lots of places to explore. Reside Panama has been created to share memories, experiences, and tips for ex-pats looking to travel or move to Panama. Curated by ex-pats living in Panama. What type of content do we share? - Practical tips and tricks that are useful in your daily Panama life. - General information about Panama, such as the weather, its provinces, and national holidays. - Highlighting Panama's provinces and the uniqueness of each one. - Experiences of obtaining your permanent residency in Panama. Note: All information provided on the Reside Panama website is curated based on personal experiences. While we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability in respect of the website or the information. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. ### **Reside Panama** Panama Lifestyle experiences for expats planning to move to Panama by expats living in Panama. [info@residepanama.com](mailto:info@residepanama.com) **Note:** All information provided on the Reside Panama website is curated based on personal experiences. While we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability in respect of the website or the information. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. [facebook-f icon](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086749933472) [linkedin-in icon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/reside-panama/) [instagram icon](https://www.instagram.com/residepanama/) [youtube icon](https://www.youtube.com/@residepanama) [music icon](https://www.tiktok.com/@residepanama) Copyright ©2026 by Reside Panama. All rights reserved. - [Disclaimer](https://www.residepanama.com/en/disclaimer?hsLang=en) - [Privacy policy](https://www.residepanama.com/en/privacy-policy?hsLang=en)