Paradise - Panama an oasis of the americas in investing, vacation and retiring.

The Isthmus-Yes: Panama. The Oasis Of The Americas

The Discovery of this gateway to the world is today the number one oasis for vacations, real estate purchases, business investing, retirement and a haven for expatriates from all over the world. It is no secret that today, investing in real estate in Panama, retirement to this country and vacation travel are this nation's highest priorities. Americans and the world are flocking here. To further investigate these opportunities Prima passport is your best guide to this wealth of paradise. Yes it is a huge decision. Investing in property here, retiring here or simply wanting a respite from boredom are major considerations for an interested person. How do you begin? Well you can listen to visitors, read articles, stumble until you get it right or you can do as most successful transplants to this nation; they bring on board representation and partners in their moves. My move is with one company headquartered in Panama City that has the knowledge and experience of living there for years and creating an avenue of ease for interested investors, retirees and vacationers. That company is PrimaPassport.

It is The Oasis of The Americas; It is a retirees haven; It has an exciting nightlife in a tropical paradise setting; Have you heard of the Panama Canal? It's the eighth wonder of the world. Thousands annually board cruise vessels to channel their way through it locks. How about its geographic location. Panama, situated between Costa Rica and Columbia is the gateway to both Central and South America. Major airlines transport with ease tourists and business people alike. In the United States, two to three hour flights are direct from Houston, Texas, Atlanta, Georgia and Miami, Florida. Panama is a hub for Continental Airlines. It was a diamond in the rough not long ago but today it's the gleaming gem of the world. Panama made a decision to be the most democratic society in this Latin hemisphere years ago and its people and elected officers have worked very hard to create these fantastic opportunities to entice investment, retirement and vacation atmospheres. It has not gone unnoticed. Listen to this broadcast.

Watch The Sunset In The East-Yes I Said The East-It's The Only Place In The World. Spectacular beach front properties, island real estate, mountain homes, pearl islands, Properties in Boquete are a homeowners dream, home ownership, tax regulations, world class health system , banking regulations, cost of living, dramatic scenery, ocean breezes, sunsets you dream of, the unbiased attitudes and the absolute beauty of the friendly Panamanian women (some sample pics at left side) and people are some more why Panama?. I have spoken with many visitors that have been to Mardi Gras in New Orleans and arrived here in Panama during the Carnival season and to the tee, all, hit away on the same statement: “There is no comparison between the two. The Carnival overshadows Mardi Gras.” Make your reservations; Get your investments in order; And open up your world to a new life and make Panama your choice. Return on investments have been very big and the future for continued successful investing into this paradise will continue. Make a decision. Come to Panama to answer the question of Why?

Panama has a lot to offer you will not experience in most other vacation areas. All the major hotels are here. Entertainment and dancing can be had until 5:00 am. Cost of living is amazing. The tropical jungle is in itself a complete ecosystem very much like the Amazon area and remarkably; fifteen minutes outside of Panama City. Visit there and the experience will draw you back. Strange sounds beckon to you. Today there continues a mystique in Panama that many visitors have only heard of and never seen.

Again: More reasons Why?

1. Cost of Living

2. Tropical Beauty/ Lifestyle

3. Real Estate Timing/ Investment

4. No Hurricanes or major destructive earthquakes

5. Great Weather

6. Political Stability, Low Crime Rate

7. Location...Location...Location

8. International Class Healthcare

9. Panama is 1st not a 3rd World

10. Panama "Welcomes and Wants You"

Movie ticket- $4.00, Beverage- $.35, Fulltime Maid- $150 per month, Taxi- $1.50 and Housing costs like they were in the USA 20 years ago. Panama's banking center is the second largest in the world. Inflation rates in Panama are some of the lowest known, on average only 1% to 2% per year. Panama benefits from low product costs since the Colon Free Trade Zone is the largest distribution center in the Americas.

Tropical Beauty/ Lifestyle: Panama has exotic tropical rainforests, beautiful mountain refuges, Caribbean-style beaches, and a Miami-style capital city. International experts rave about the abundant opportunities that are available for nature-lovers, museum-goers, gourmets, sportspersons, and more. Whether you like fishing, bird watching or hiking, golf, contemporary art or folk art, world-class cuisine or delicious regional dishes, quiet mornings or a vibrant nightlife you can find it in Panama.

Visitors returning after a New Year's Eve Gathering talked about the friendliness of the people. An invitation to join a family for a New Year's Eve Party was absolutely fantastic. Part of the evening was dancing and "what a night" was the statement over and over again.

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Great Weather: A warm tropical, but diverse climate, the waterfront areas of Panama are hot and can be humid, yet there are year round cooler temperatures in the mountain areas (such as Boquete).

Political stability and low Crime rate: Panama is one of the most stable democratic republics in the Americas and has been a committed U.S. ally since the construction of the Panama Canal in the early 1900's.The crime rate is far lower than that in most U.S. cities and other vacation and retirement destinations.

Location..Location: Panama City is just 2 1/2 hours by air from Miami, and you find direct flights to several other U.S. cities, too, including Houston, Atlanta, and Newark. Panama is the hub of the Americas for Continental/COPA airlines.

International Class Healthcare: Panama has State-of-the-Art Medical facilities. Highly trained English speaking physicians and other health care professionals are affordable. Prescription and over- the- counter medication is available at low prices. Full coverage health insurance policies are reasonably priced. Moreover, its abundance of nutritious tropical fruits and other farm products (not to mention some of the best drinking water in the world!) will help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Panama has a 1st not 3rd World infrastructure: A safe cosmopolitan Miami- style capital city with high speed internet, first rate hotels, fine dining and beautiful shopping malls, telecommunications and the business services are excellent.

Panama "Welcomes and Wants You": The government of Panama is actively and aggressively promoting tourism on an international basis. As part of the program, the country has passed the most modern and comprehensive law for the promotion of tourism investment in Latin America and the Caribbean. The incentives of tourism investments are the following:

Property taxes (including land) are exempted. Income tax is exempted for 15 years. Import tax (including sales tax of 5%) is exempted for 20 years. Financing interest is tax deductible for 20 years.

Panama's law 54 clearly states that foreign investors have the same rights as National's do in Panama.

Retirees Benefits

50% off entertainment including movies, concerts, theater etc. (a regular movie ticket costs $4 - the retiree price is $2.00.) 25% off restaurants 50% off hotel accommodations Monday- Thursday 30% off bus, boat and train fares 25% off domestic airline tickets 10% off prescription medicines (much cheaper than US prices to begin with) 15% off dental and eye exams 50% off closing costs for home loans.

Having fun is part of life. Aging Can Be Fantastic As Long As Your Basic Needs Are Met.

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