PLAYA VENAO

Playa Venao is an up-and-coming beach destination and surf spot that had once been one of Panama’s best-kept secrets.

Until about 20 years ago, the only roads to the beach were dirt roads, and locals will tell you stories of spending upwards of 10 hours getting there in search of surf and snacking on handmade ceviche made by local fishermen. The area has always been home to ranchers and fishermen, but there had been no actual “town” at this beach until about 10 years ago, when a group of investors fell in love with the area and opened beachfront hotels and restaurants.

Over the past decade, tourism to the beach town Playa Venao, as well as immigration of expats & retirees to Pedasi, has steadily increased.

This area exposure has allowed nearby Cañas to appreciate in value as a residential center and launch pad for tourist activities.

PLAYA VENAO

Playa Venao is an up-and-coming beach destination and surf spot that had once been one of Panama’s best-kept secrets.

Until about 20 years ago, the only roads to the beach were dirt roads, and locals will tell you stories of spending upwards of 10 hours getting there in search of surf and snacking on handmade ceviche made by local fishermen. The area has always been home to ranchers and fishermen, but there had been no actual “town” at this beach until about 10 years ago, when a group of investors fell in love with the area and opened beachfront hotels and restaurants.

Over the past decade, tourism to the beach town Playa Venao, as well as immigration of expats & retirees to Pedasi, has steadily increased.

This area exposure has allowed nearby Cañas to appreciate in value as a residential center and launch pad for tourist activities.

LEGAL OWNERSHIP

Unlike many places in the world, Panama encourages foreign ownership of property and investment. 

Foreigners are allowed to officially own titled property Either BY their name, Foundation or corporation

The property surveys of titled land is officially registered with the Public Registry, and the transference of land deeds are managed there as well, which is legally binding.

AREA ATTRACTIONS

Offshore islands reachable by boat featuring white sandy beaches, aqua-colored waters, coral reefs, and drop-off dives.

 

Record size Black Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna, Pacific Sailfish,

Wahoo, monster Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Sea Bass, Grouper, to name

a few, inhabit these waters within a 30-minute boat ride.

 

The local island community of Isla Cañas is 15 minutes by boat, which features a national sanctuary of four types of endangered sea turtles, and an expansive mangrove forest.

 

Whales and their pups migrate through the area for four months

out of the year offering majestic sightings.

IDEAL ENVIRONMENT

75 to 85 degrees (24-30 C) all year round.

Hurricane-free zone.

Located away from major fault lines.

Clean air and living.

Low crime

4 hrs to Houston. 5.5 hrs to NYC (closer than LA!)

YEAR-ROUND SURF

Several Inshore surf breaks in the area

LEGAL OWNERSHIP

Unlike many places in the world, Panama allows for and actually encourages foreign ownership of property and investment. And, unlike developed countries, obtaining building regulations and permits are less bureaucratic.

 

Foreigners are allowed to officially own titled property either in their name, foundation, or in a corporation.

 

The property surveys of titled land is officially registered with the Public Registry, and the transference of land deeds are managed there as well, which is legally binding.

AREA ATTRACTIONS

Offshore islands reachable by boat featuring white sandy beaches, aqua-colored waters, coral reefs, and drop-off dives.

 

Record size Black Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna, Pacific Sailfish,

Wahoo, monster Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Sea Bass, Grouper, to name

a few, inhabit these waters within a 30-minute boat ride.

 

The local island community of Isla Cañas is 15 minutes by boat, which features a national sanctuary of four types of endangered sea turtles, and an expansive mangrove forest.

 

Whales and their pups migrate through the area for four months

out of the year offering majestic sightings.

IDEAL ENVIRONMENT

75 to 85 degrees (24-30 C) all year round.

Hurricane-free zone.

Located away from major fault lines.

Clean air and living.

Low crime

4 hrs to Houston. 5.5 hrs to NYC (closer than LA!)

YEAR-ROUND SURF

Several Inshore surf breaks in the area