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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
In August of 1519, nearly three decades after Columbus arrived in the Americas, Pedro Arias Dávila founded the city of Panama. It became the first Spanish city on the Pacific coast and was soon established as the capital of Castilla…
Panama, Casco Viejo, Santa Ana The interconnection with Amador is moving fast. The question arises: where are the opportunities to invest ? if you´d like to invest in the radio of action product of this new walk in traffic to…
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo A major source of confusion, even for those in the know. Isn´t San Felipe, Casco? What is this story of Santa Ana being part of Casco? Is Santa Ana part of Casco Viejo? If someone…
A unique opportunity has come to market. A fully restored building, already benefiting from Casco Viejo law (if you don´t know what this means, please watch our video HERE to learn about its tax incentives) The building is called El…