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    Due to its proximity to the equator, Pedasi Panama does not suffer from the frequent hurricanes (or any other natural catastrophes) that plague its neighboring Caribbean and southern US coasts.

Pedasito Lounge and Cafe

Posted by admin On August - 9 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS
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Pedasito Lounge and Cafe is located in the heart of the charming historic down town Pedasi. Enjoy a unique concept that merges casual rustic culture with an eastern Mediterranean style. Indulge yourself with our gourmet coffees, boutique wines, breakfast items, soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries and delicious desserts.

Relax inside our lounge or on the outdoor patio with a cup of organic coffee, a glass of wine, wonderful food, great conversation, island music, and a friendly comfortable atmosphere, where rustic culture and fine foods come together.

Pedasito lounge and cafe offer guests the following amenities:

• Indoor Lounge
• Outside Patio
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Plasma Tv´s
• Bamboo Bar
• Rare Books
• Hammocks
• Serving Breakfast
• Air Conditioning
• Local Coffee
• Imported Wines

Pedasi Cost of Living

Posted by admin On June - 14 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS
Pedasi Cost of Living

The cost of living in Pedasi Panama is lower than the US and much lower than Western Europe. For example, electricity costs approximately 10-12 cents per kilowatt hour depending on the area, water and trash collection costs around $7 per month.

A full-time, live-in maid will cost approximately $150 per month. A taxi will charge $2 to virtually any destination within reason, and a North American style cinema will cost under $4. An afternoon at the beauty salon will run approximately $8 and dinner at the most luxurious restaurant (including appetizers, drinks, sides, and tip) will cost approximately $50 for two.

Direct TV, telephone and internet services vary according to the plans chosen. Direct TV with a wide choice of English language channels is approximately $50 per month. Locally produced vegetables, meat and fish are priced considerably lower than in the USA although imported items may be slightly higher.

The minimum wage for housemaids or gardeners is 88 cents per hour. Local beer at the supermarket costs 50 cents per can, a coffee in a restaurant may be as little as 50 cents.

Panama currently has an undervalued real estate market; however as has happened in countries like Costa Rica, Mexico and Ireland, prices are beginning to rise as more people discover the advantages, benefits, and distinctive quality of life Panama offers.