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I used to think getting older meant slowing down. Turns out, it just means packing smarter. Recently, my friend and I spent an entire afternoon walking the cobblestones of Casco Viejo in Panama City, Panama— up and down uneven stone streets, in and out of shade while stopping every so often to admire a balcony

Coach Cate
September 9, 2026

When we think about getting ready for a trip, we usually focus on the logistics—booking flights, packing the right shoes, planning excursions. But there’s another kind of preparation that matters just as much and often gets overlooked: preparing your body for travel. Building a body and mindset that support freedom, curiosity, and confidence wherever you go

Coach Cate
August 24, 2026

There’s a particular kind of quiet that settles over you on the road into Santa Catalina. The pavement narrows, the phone signal thins out, and somewhere around the last bend the Pacific opens up in front of you — wild, blue, and completely unbothered by your schedule. This little fishing village on Panama’s Veraguas coast

Coach Cate
August 24, 2026

The biggest question I hear from Expats is, “Should I move to the mountains or the beach?” In Panama, that almost always means choosing between two towns that couldn’t feel more different — Boquete, tucked into the coffee-scented highlands of Chiriquí, and Coronado, the beach town an hour and a half west of Panama City that I

Coach Cate
August 24, 2026

Whether you’re stopping by for a long weekend or kicking off a grander Panamanian adventure, here is your essential guide to the best attractions, rooftop spots and boutique stays in Casco Viejo. Must-See Attractions & Tourist Highlights Because Casco Viejo is compact and pedestrian-friendly, the best way to explore is simply by wandering its cobblestone streets.

Coach Cate
August 23, 2026

Trying to decide between living in Panama City or on the beach? After living in both, I’ve experienced the advantages and challenges of each. Here’s what I learned and what I’d recommend depending on your lifestyle and priorities. While living in the city for a year, I found there were endless restaurants to try, neighborhoods to explore,

Coach Cate
August 23, 2026