The Next “Blue Zone”—Panama's Azuero Peninsula Workshop
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Panama’s little-known Azuero Peninsula could well be the next "Blue Zone." It's attracting wellness-minded folks interested in living at the beach—below the hurricane zone—and ready to slow down and embrace a healthy life with strong community, fresh food, yoga, pickleball, surfing, fishing, and all-around easy living in the sun.
IL’s Panama editor and expert, Jess Ramesch, will get together with four expats who live on Panama's Azuero Peninsula, for a workshop with live Q&A. You'll hear from expats Kerri Lusk Barnes and Abbe Drossner in Pedasi, and expats Kimber Hardick and Terry Moe in and around Venao. Join host Jennifer Stevens, IL Executive Editor, for a lively discussion—and bring your questions!
Wednesday, June 26
11:00 am Eastern TimeIs the internet reliable in Penasi and Venao?
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What are the biggest lifestyle adjustments US expats typically face when moving to the Azuero Peninsula?
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don’t see a link to the “test drive” contest! I’m on an iPad.
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re: starlink whilei was therei was on starlink and found that in the afternoon when the rain came, the connection was quite slow or non existent do you think that was an unusual experience or is that typical in the rainy season?
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don’t see a link to the “test drive” contest! I’m on an iPad.
@PATHFINDER32110 Hi, here's a link to the competition: https://www1.internationalliving.com/test-drive-your-dream-life-overseas.html
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[youtube url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q]
Panama’s little-known Azuero Peninsula could well be the next "Blue Zone." It's attracting wellness-minded folks interested in living at the beach—below the hurricane zone—and ready to slow down and embrace a healthy life with strong community, fresh food, yoga, pickleball, surfing, fishing, and all-around easy living in the sun.
IL’s Panama editor and expert, Jess Ramesch, will get together with four expats who live on Panama's Azuero Peninsula, for a workshop with live Q&A. You'll hear from expats Kerri Lusk Barnes and Abbe Drossner in Pedasi, and expats Kimber Hardick and Terry Moe in and around Venao. Join host Jennifer Stevens, IL Executive Editor, for a lively discussion—and bring your questions!
Wednesday, June 26
11:00 am Eastern TimeWhat about banking?
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Hi @SBREID4 Yes, If you miss the live workshop, you can watch it later. The video will remain here and also be available to re-watch on our YouTube channel.
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I visited this area in 2021 and LOVED it!! However, it didn;t seem to be a viable remote work location for me due to power outages and Internet fluctuations. Are things getting better now?
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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Thanks all, great info. Question... How easy is it to get around the area? Do you need a car?
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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How has the community of Venao contributed to the wellness-focused lifestyle of its residents?
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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What are some of the challenges of living in a remote area like Venao, particularly regarding access to amenities and healthcare?
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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A comment just came in via email: How does Venao compare to more famous beach destinations like Hawaii in terms of cost and popularity?
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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I just came back from a trip to visit the Azuero peninsula I was concerned that the eastern coast works become to developed and "condo-ized" in the near future I went to the Sunset coast, Torio in particular I’m curious to hear the thoughts on this area and the Torio Hills development
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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What are the biggest lifestyle adjustments US expats typically face when moving to the Azuero Peninsula?
Thanks so much for joining us, we answered your question live and the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch
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Are there any other sports activities like golf, tennis, socccer. I also play the guitar and would like to start a band playing 60s - 80s songs. Any potential for that?
As mentioned surfing, yoga, and juijitsu are among the most popular, and I know there's pickleball and probably padel too. There's only one small golf course up in Chitré so this may not be the best locale for golf but soccer for sure and generally there's tennis all over Panama so I'm sure you'd have takers.
Thanks so much for joining us, the recording is available here to watch anytime or share with family/friends who are not yet members using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3v7qaWPW6Q&ab_channel=InternationalLiving
Thanks again!
IL Panama editor Jess Ramesch