Journal· Regions & Communities

Guides and updates from our team in Panama: living here, the regions and communities we know, and what buying or building involves.

Surf and palms on the Pacific beach at Coco Beach, Chiriquí
Regions & Communities 2 min read

Whale and turtle season on Panama's Pacific coast

From July, humpback whales arrive off Panama's Pacific coast and sea turtles come ashore to nest. When to go, where to see them near our communities, and the rules to follow.

Discovering Costa Verde: Modern Living and Real Estate Growth in Panama Oeste
Regions & Communities 7 min read

Discovering Costa Verde: Modern Living and Real Estate Growth in Panama Oeste

Discover Costa Verde in Panama Oeste: modern living, strong real estate growth, family-friendly communities, and investment opportunities near Panama City.

The Story of Coco Beach Panama Villas | ChiQworld
Regions & Communities 8 min read

The Story of Coco Beach Panama Villas | ChiQworld

How Coco Beach came together — a Dutch fund, a Dutch architect, a Pacific Panama beach, and three completed move-in-ready villas built on a modular system.

Pacific Beach Second Homes in Panama | ChiQworld
Regions & Communities 8 min read

Pacific Beach Second Homes in Panama

The case for a Pacific Panama beach community as a second home — versus Florida, Costa Rica and Mexico. Lower carrying cost, USD, freehold, year-round climate.

Living at Coco Beach Panama: A Day in the Life | ChiQworld
Regions & Communities 9 min read

Living at Coco Beach Panama: A Day in the Life

What a day at Coco Beach in Puerto Armuelles actually feels like — morning surf, cool interiors, slow afternoons, and the Pacific sky after sunset.

Coronado Beach to the Mountains: Why Yuma Mountain Community Is the Best of Both Worlds in Panama
Regions & Communities 3 min read

Coronado Beach to the Mountains: Why Yuma Mountain Community Is the Best of Both Worlds in Panama

30 minutes from Coronado beach, 1 hour from Panama City, adjacent to a national park. Yuma Mountain Community in Altos de Campana offers cool mountain living without giving up the Pacific coast, the golf, or the city.

Living Above the Clouds in Panama: What Daily Life in the Mountains Actually Feels Like
Regions & Communities 4 min read

Living Above the Clouds in Panama: What Daily Life in the Mountains Actually Feels Like

Cool mornings, mist over the valley, streams through the garden, 30 minutes to the beach. Here is what daily life in the Panama highlands — specifically at Yuma Mountain Community in Altos de Campana — actually looks and feels like.

Altos de Campana vs. Boquete: Which Panama Mountain Community Is Right for You?
Regions & Communities 4 min read

Altos de Campana vs. Boquete: Which Panama Mountain Community Is Right for You?

Comparing Boquete, El Valle de Anton, Altos de Maria, and Altos de Campana? This honest guide breaks down climate, distance, pricing, and lifestyle so you can find the right Panama mountain community for your situation.

Living in Altos de Campana: Mountain Real Estate Near Panama City (2026 Guide)
Regions & Communities 9 min read

Living in Altos de Campana: Mountain Real Estate Near Panama City (2026 Guide)

Living in Cerro Campana, Cerro Campana Panama, properties in Cerro Campana, living in the mountains of Panama, Panama West real estate, lifestyle in Panama West.

Puerto Armuelles in Detail: How This Project Could Impact Real Estate Prices in Panama
Regions & Communities 4 min read

Puerto Armuelles in Detail: How This Project Could Impact Real Estate Prices in Panama

Discover how Puerto Armuelles’ 2026 development could influence real estate prices in Panama, investment trends, and growth in Chiriquí.

Puerto Armuelles: The New Logistics Hub That Could Transform Western Panama
Regions & Communities 2 min read

Puerto Armuelles: The New Logistics Hub That Could Transform Western Panama

Puerto Armuelles, located in the province of Chiriquí, is on the verge of a bold transformation. Panama and Japan are negotiating the creation of a multipurpose logistics park that promises to boost the local economy.

Panama’s Hidden Gem – Why Coco Beach is the Perfect Escape for U.S. Retirees and Digital Nomads
Regions & Communities 1 min read

Panama’s Hidden Gem – Why Coco Beach is the Perfect Escape for U.S. Retirees and Digital Nomads

Discover why Coco Beach Village, built with the FRESH system by Gatun Lake Construction, is Panama’s best-kept secret for retirees and digital nomads seeking turnkey beach homes.

The Panama-David Railway: A Game-Changer for Regional Connectivity and Lifestyle
Regions & Communities 2 min read

The Panama-David Railway: A Game-Changer for Regional Connectivity and Lifestyle

The new Panama-David railway will connect Panama City to Paso Canoas in under three hours, transforming regional mobility, tourism, and development. Reside Panama explores what this means for the future of life and investment across the country.

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Green ridges of Campana National Park

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