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In Panama, the acronym «PH» (short for Propiedad Horizontal — the local term for «Horizontal Property») refers to condominiums or apartment buildings whose use may be residential, commercial, or tourist-oriented. Tourist Horizontal Properties (Tourist PHs) refer to developments made up…
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In a world where cities expand without limits—growing upward, outward, and continually reinventing themselves—there is one real estate market that remains untouched by time: historic districts. Authentic, protected, and full of character, these are places that cannot be replicated or…
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If you’ve spent time in Casco Viejo, you know where the energy is shifting: Santa Ana Patrimonial. This historic neighborhood is alive with creativity, opportunity, and rapid growth, quickly becoming the beating heart of Panama City’s revitalization. At the heart…
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If you have been following our social media, subscribed to our newsletter, or simply received our emails, you probably already knew that something BIG was coming to Panama. But… what was it? On September 3, we had the chance to…
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Tucked into the storybook streets of Panama City’s UNESCO-listed Casco Antiguo, Canal House is the kind of place that turns a stay into a memory. Most sources agree the house dates to 1893, part of the late 19th-century wave of…
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If you grew up dreaming of being like Indiana Jones or Lara Croft—running through abandoned temples or exploring dark, mysterious caves—then we’ve found the perfect adventure for you! Meet the Bayano Caves, a natural wonder formed thousands of years ago…
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Over the last few months of living here, I’ve learned that there’s nothing quite like a Casco Viejo sunset. I still don’t know if it’s the weather, the relaxed rhythm of the neighborhood, or the beautiful colors on the horizon—but…
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When you step into the streets of Casco Antiguo, the cobblestones greet you, the colorful colonial buildings enchant you, and the centuries-old history captivates you. Once overlooked, Casco is now quickly transforming into Panama City’s next real estate frontier. Fueled…
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Now and then, we all need a little makeover — whether it’s to refresh our style, improve how we present ourselves, or simply because we’ve grown and evolved. It’s natural. At Arco Properties, our time for a makeover came a…
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Sometimes, life in the city can feel overwhelming—too many people, too much noise, too many distractions. When that feeling hits, we all need a change of pace. Maybe a trip to the beach, a weekend in the mountains, or even…
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On March 12, Panamanian art history reached a new milestone with the grand opening of a new exhibition space at the Museum of Contemporary Art of Panama (MAC). Located in the historic San Juan de Dios building in Casco Antiguo,…
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If you’ve never heard about Panama’s Carnival, it’s time to learn why March is one of the most anticipated months for locals and expats alike. March is Carnival month, filled with music, traditions, joy, and, of course, celebration. Panama’s Carnival…
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