Playa Blanca Panama

There’s an important question you should ask yourself if you’re considering buying a second home in coastal Panama. Which will give you more enjoyment: living in a seaside community development, or in the luxury of an oceanfront 5-Star resort? My name is Arie Schwartz, and I’m here to tell you why Playa Blanca has been the choice for so many expatriates like you.

Most people outside of Panama have never heard of the Arco Seco (which means "Dry Arc" in Spanish) but it’s an important term in Panama’s tourist industry. It’s a unique location where it rains notably less than it does anywhere else in the country. This is where we enjoy Panama’s best weather, with mild temperatures and lots of sunshine, while being only 20 minutes from the rainforest. It’s location in Arco Seco was one of the primary reasons our site was chosen for Playa Blanca resort.

Another reason is that we’re only 1 hour 15 minutes—on excellent highways—from Panama City, with its conveniences and airport. But most importantly, we’ve got more than an entire mile of beautiful, white sand beach—with a great view of Chirú Island—as the centerpiece of our 210 acre property. Our 82 residents enjoy strolling, jogging, or just taking a refreshing dip in the calm, warm waters.

We’re a resort. Why is that an important distinction? There are a couple of reasons.

One is that as a resort, we offer amenities and conveniences that you won’t find elsewhere, because resorts need to be attractive enough to be destinations in-and-of themselves. At Playa Blanca, our residents get the benefit of this special treatment and luxury. We have two giant, sparkling swimming pools as well as smaller pools for children and wading.

Our four restaurants, bars and nightclub each provide their own unique atmosphere so you can choose your outing depending on your mood.

Moving outdoors, you’ll enjoy our 9-hole putting course, beach volleyball court, and beach soccer field, as well as a children’s playground and illuminated tennis courts…and of course, our magnificent beach. The fully equipped marina is also at your disposal.

For your comfort and convenience, you’ll be able to relax at our beauty parlor or massage salon, shop and pick up any forgotten items at our boutique or souvenir store, or access your email at the internet center

These condos are laid out so that each has their own balcony view while preserving privacy between the terraces. The efficient two-bedroom layout offers a respectable 1162 square feet, and the starting price of $99,800. This is a great way to join the tourism boom here in coastal Panama.

In Los Balcones, our residents enjoy beautiful ocean views from the balconies of their 1500 square foot, 3 bedroom homes. All of the completed condos here have been sold, but two more phases will be ready to move in to by October, 2006. Prices here start at $131,000.

For those who want a single family home, we have Puerto Banús, where a gleaming Mediterranean-style home of over 2500 square feet starts at just $180,000.

Despite all you get at Playa Blanca, you’ll find the monthly fees to be lower than any of the competition.

Of course one of the best advantages of buying at Playa Blanca is that you’ll be buying into the booming tourist industry in a top retirement haven.

If you’re looking for a second home on the beach, but would enjoy the luxuries of a 5Star resort, then Playa Blanca will be a perfect fit for you.

To learn more about Playa Blanca, please contact Panama@InternationalLiving.com.

Note: In the interest of full disclosure, International Living receives a commission from Playa Blanca


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