The Journal

Living in Panama

Daily life, surf, schools, healthcare, connectivity and the rhythm of the tropical Pacific coast.

Green Season in Panama: What to Expect on the Azuero Coast
Green season has an image problem abroad and a quiet following among residents. Here is what the rains around Playa Venao are actually like, month by month.
Healthcare and Schools in Los Santos: A Family Relocation Guide
Families weighing a move to the Azuero coast usually have two questions before anything else: what happens if someone gets sick, and where do the children go to school. Here is an honest answer to both.
Living Off-Grid in Panama: Water, Solar and Daily Logistics
Off-grid living near Playa Venao is less about hardship than good planning: a reliable well, sensible solar sizing, a starlink dish and a trustworthy caretaker go further than most people expect.