Tourism is booming in Panama
The Panama Tourism Authority reported that in the first quarter of 2026, 999,934 visitors arrived in Panama, a 17.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
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The Panama Tourism Authority reported that in the first quarter of 2026, 999,934 visitors arrived in Panama, a 17.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
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The coastal communities of Panama are on high alert as recent predictions indicate the potential development of a "Super El Niño" phenomenon later this year.
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As a parent who has spent 13 years in Coronado, Panama, and 10 of them raising two energetic kids, I’ve come to appreciate the unique opportunities and experiences this place offers my family.
Become a member of Coronado Golf & Country Club to enjoy exclusive access to monthly events. Experience unforgettable celebrations with a vibrant community in Coronado, Panama. Here are May’s events:
The Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology of Panama (Imhpa) announced the 2026 rainy season in Panama will begin later than usual, with an estimated delay of up to three weeks in some regions.
While in Panama, Mother’s Day traditionally falls on December 8th. The International date for Mother’s Day in 2026 is May 10th. This day is also celebrated by many people living in Panama.
May 1st is International Workers’ Day, and in Panama, the day is recognized as a day of rest to commemorate the struggle for labor rights.
Fragata, a premier beachfront residential community in San Carlos, invites Playa Community Readers to learn more about the new development in Ensenada
In April 2026, Panama will host several Surfing Events in Playa Venao, starting with the IV South American Youth Games (April 12-16) and the XIX Pan American Surf Games (April 24-May 3).
The Coronado Golf & Country Club is bringing back its popular bonfire nights. Join members & guests for 3 events at Playa Coronado. For event info or to make a reservation, call (507) 6330-9516.
Coronado International School (CIS) offers families living in Coronado more than an academic experience in Panama.
You can drop off your recycling in Coronado; however, there is no curbside recycling service here. Residents and visitors in Coronado can and are encouraged to recycle. Here’s how:
Elevate your beach life with essential oils. Discover how lavender, bergamot, and eucalyptus help expats adapt to Panama’s tropical climate. Natural wellness!
Playa Community is thrilled to announce its transformation into a free, user-driven platform, allowing community members to write articles, buy and sell items, and promote their businesses in Panama.
In an effort to protect free access to Panama’s beaches and rivers, a bill regulating the use of public resources has been approved. With the approval, the project now goes to President Mulino.
In 2026, May brings the start of the rainy season in Panama, and with that, along the Rivera Pacifica to the Auzuero Peninsula, the bugs are back! May also brings a lot of good things!
On Wednesday, April 29, the National Assembly approved Bill 571 in its third debate. This initiative aims to reshape the protection framework for coral reefs and the ecosystems associated with them.
Communities protested on the banks of the river in the community of Limón de Chagres, on the lower coast of Colón, opposing the Río Indio Reservoir on Saturday, April 25th, 2026.
The Ministry of Public Works (MOP), along with specialists from the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) carried out controlled load tests to measure the effects on the Brigde of the Americas.
A traffic accident involving a passenger bus left four people dead this Saturday, April 25, in Colonsito when a bus crossed into the oncoming lane in Chame.
The inauguration of a tunnel, 3.1 Km under the Panama Canal, that will connect Metro Line 3, took place in February. And Panama’s Mayor has an ambitious plan for a pedestrian and bicycle path.
The Ministry of Environment (MiAMBIENTE) has launched a Plan for the Conservation of Sea Turtles of Panama in 2026.
The Ministry of Public Works (MOP) has partially reopened the Bridge of the Americas, a key connection between Panama City and the rest of the country.
Panama and Costa Rica have signed a memorandum to create a Railway Logistics Corridor from Panama to Costa Rica.
President José Raúl Mulino inaugurated road construction projects in Panama West and Coclé in March 2026. The infrastructure improvements will take place in Gorgona, San Carlos, and El Valle de Antón.
The Ministry of the Environment (MiAmbiente) is calling on communities in Panama to report wildlife sightings to 311 and to respect speed limits in biological corridors.
Recent increases in reported crocodile sightings across the country have prompted environmental authorities to advocate for conservation, education, and technical management as the path forward.
There is no real season for jellyfish in Panama. You may find information stating the jellyfish season starts in January, while others say March, and the reason for this inconsistency is that:
Critical equipment for Panama’s Endangered Golden Frog’s survival in captivity was stolen from Hotel Campestre in El Valle de Anton. *** Please read, share & donate if you can. ***
PLAYA COMMUNITY is a reliable source for daily Panama news in English. Read travel articles before you visit Panama to learn about the best beaches and mountain towns around Panama. Connect with expats in Coronado Panama and beyond. For beautiful beaches close to Panama City, take a vacation on the pacific coast at one the area’s top all inclusive resorts, Hotel Riu, Playa Blanca or Decameron Panama. Take a trip up to the mountains for a breathe of fresh air, visit El Valle, Boquete or Volcan Chiriqui and enjoy amazing coffee, ocean views, and rushing waterfalls. If it’s empty shorelines you seek, surf the beaches of Playa Venao and Pedasi Panama.
Check in with us along the way to find great restaurants and Panama hotels. Once you explore Panama, we are certain you will want to stay. PLAYA COMMUNITY offers a variety of relocation resources including a complete Panama real estate directory giving you access to best beach and mountain properties on the market.
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