But I didn't know how fast, so I was feeling happy,". Alonso Edward of Panama captured the silver while American Wallace Spearmon took the bronze with his season's best time of 19.85.

VOA: standard.2009.08.21

The evidence speaks for itself: don't let this escape to Panama slip through your fingers.

BBC: Daily deal: An escape to the Panamanian cloud forest

It is a stable oasis for investment in a part of the world that isn't always quite as stable as Panama.

NPR: Panama's Exploding Economy Attracts Investors

You won't get any break on furniture prices in Panama, which are roughly equivalent to the U.S. When you compare costs, it will probably make more sense for you to rent a furnished unit and leave most of your stuff in the U.S. in a self-storage unit until you are ready to make a long-term commitment.

WSJ: Preparing to Retire in Panama--WSJ House Talk