Navigating Insurance in Panama though Covid-19
Does my insurance policy in Panama cover covid-19 or related medical expenses? This is a question we are receiving a lot in the insurance industry.
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Coronado Community News
Panamanian surfers at a disadvantage
While Panama’s beaches remain closed, national surfers are still working to get to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
Support local businesses in Panama with Kindly Shop
Panama is home to so many talented artisans, but sometimes it is hard get their products locally in Panama.
Beaches remain closed in Panama West
Beaches in Panama will remain closed until at least October 12th 2020. Panama originally announced they would reopen their beaches Monday, September 28th, however decided to maintain the closures.
New schedule of yoga at the El Litoral
Yoga is back! Starting Monday September 14th 2020, El Litoral will be teaching yoga at 9:00 a.m. If you would like to attend, you must reserve prior as there a only 4 spots available.
Help the Anton Animal Rescue group
Help the Animal Rescue group in Anton Panama by adopting a puppy or helping them build a new much needed space with a cash donation or supplies.
Send your ballot for the 2020 US election with MBE
Absentee voters in Coronado Panama can send their ballots for the upcoming 2020 election for a $5.00 donation with Mail Boxes Etc. Coronado. It’s easy as 1, 2, 3!
US Citizens, vote in the 2020 election from Panama!
If you are a US Citizen living in Panama here is how to vote in the 2020 US election.
Seven protesters arrested in Panama
Thursday August 13th 2020, a small group of young protestors took to Calle 50th, seven of the group were arrested and will be fined for "disturbing public order and obstruction of public roads."
Spay Panama needs your help!
Spay Panama is vital resource for spaying and neutering animals in the beach community, and even throughout quarantine their efforts continue.
Places and payment methods for the payment of your insurance policy
During this this difficult time, Julio Luque of J2L Insurance offers some information on methods to keep your insurance policies up to date.
Coronado events cancelations
An increasing number of events have been canceled in Coronado due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Here is a list of the events we know of that have been canceled or prospered.
Panama National News
Panama Beaches to Reopen October 24
The Minister of Health, Luis Francisco Sucre, announced this Tuesday, October 20, that the government will end Panama’s quarantine on Sunday Oct 25th and open the country’s beaches October 24th 2020.
Beaches in Panama will open with restrictions
The Minister of Health, Luis Francisco Sucre, has still not given a date for reopening Panama’s beaches. What he has said is that when they do open, there will be a list of restrictions in place.
Business Association seeks coherence in Panama’s quarantine measures
The Panamanian Association of Business Executives (Apede) spoke out seeking a more cohesive economic reactivation in Panama asking for "scientific and logical support" in the measures adopted.
Sunday Quarantine & beach closures remain in place
he Ministry of Health (Minsa) reported that the total quarantine on Sunday will be maintained, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Previously, it had been known that the measure would be lifted tomorrow.
International travel to Panama to begin October 12
International travel to Panama will reopen October 12th 2020 according to he Civil Aviation Authority (AAC).
Panama reopens national parks
Monday October 5th 2020, Panama will begin to reopen its national parks. The reopening of ecological parks in Panama, starting with 14 sites, is an attempt to reactivate domestic tourism.
5.8 magnitude earthquake in Puerto Armuelles
Friday at 12:00 noon a 5.8 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Puerto Armuelles in the province of Chiriquí sector, bordering Costa Rica.
Panama canal expansion results in non-native fish invasion
Non-native fish are invading Lake Gatun following the Panama canal expansion according to a new report in Nature Ecology and Evolution by Smithsonian Scientists.
Panama’s new reopening plan
An "updated national-provincial reopening plan" was approved on Tuesday August 25, by the Cabinet Council. It established mobility restriction by gender will end September 14th 2020.
Panama begins testing of German Covid vaccine
Eduardo Ortega, consultant of the Panama Covid-19 Vaccine Consortium, confirmed Monday, August 29th that trial studies of the covid-19 vaccine would begin in Panama starting next week.
Panama allows increased mobility
As of Monday August 24th 2020, The Panamanian government lifted the curfew that only kept the mobility of citizens at just two hours a day.
Panama opens ’controlled’ international flights for residents and nationals
Friday, August 14, will bring a partial reopening for international flights in Panama following five months of restricted travel in Panama.
Panama to open new activities starting Monday
Monday, August 17th will bring new openings for Panama including retail, salons, car sales and even inbound flights for national and residents.
COVID-19 in Panama
August marks the fourth month of quarantine in Panama (Panama City and Panama West). In the last 24 hours, Panama registered 1,665 new cases of coronavirus in Panama exceeding a total of 65,000.
Weekend quarantine returns
The Minister of Health, Luis Francisco Sucre, has announced total quarantine on Saturday and Sunday in the provinces of Panama and Panama West starting July 18th 2020.
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Tourist Places to Visit in Panama
Boquete Panama
San Blas Panama
Cerro Punta y Volcan
La Yeguada Veraguas
Pearl Islands Panama (Contadora)
Santa Catalina Panama
Azuero Peninsula
Puerto Armuelles Panama
Chiriqui Highlands
Suggested Reads
Everything you need to know about Coronado Panama
Panama School guide
Coronado Restaurant Guide
Rainy Season Surf Guide
5 Tips to Stay Safe at the Beach
How to treat Jelly Fish stings
Riptides - How to Identify and Escape
Off Roading Playa Style Panama
A breif Visit to Panama's Embera Quera Tribe
See Turtles on Mata Oscura
Isla Palenque: Escape from Civilization
Birding Panama’s Pipeline Road
Here is what you can find in Playa Community
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.
Moving to Panama?, browse the classified ads for deals on used cars, furniture and more, and check the business directory to find services. Once you have settled in, check the tide table section for the best time to go to the beach!
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