This is a photograph of Omar Moreno, a professional Major League Baseball player who was born in Puerto Armuelles. He played from 1975-1986 and his team, the Pittsburgh Pirates, won the World Series championship in 1979. Go to the…
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This video was taken by the late Lee Zeltzer in 2011. Even though it is five years old, not much has changed in Puerto Armuelles. You can get a good feel for what it is like to drive from the…
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There are actually quite a few special landmarks in and around Puerto Armuelles, Panama. The most obvious is the old Banana Pier that can be seen from just about any location along the beaches. Some landmarks are obvious while others…
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Puerto Armuelles has a range of hostels and hotels from around $10-125 per night. Although we attempt to stay current with prices, they are subject to change, so be sure to contact the accommodations to verify prices when you make…
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There is not a veterinarian office in Puerto Armuelles. Here are two Porteños (not sure if they are actually doctors!) who will make a house call for your pets. Cesar – Barrio El Palmar……..6766-1700, 6266-3202, 6910-0829 Rima – Barrio San Jose………6788-5396…
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This page contains the contact information of the various Municipal offices, National Offices located in Puerto Armuelles, and other public business entities in town. El Alcalde del Distrito de Baru (Mayor) Franklin Valdez 507-770-7396 Municipal Court Baru Privince of…
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Driving anywhere in Puerto Armuelles these days is a maze of torn up streets, construction vehicles, and detours everywhere you turn. The good news is; soon, the stinky sewer smell should be gone from several places around town (you know…
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Puerto Armuelles was a small fishing village until 1927 when It was then discovered by Henry Sterling Blair. Blair was Manager of Chiquita Banana Company in Bocas Del Toro, and came to the area to expand production. The first building…
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This tour takes you from the town monument through the old Chiquita executive neighborhoods of Las Palmas (La Zona) and Spanish Town (Buena Vista). You are welcome to take a cool dip in the newly renovated Las Palmas Community Pool (cost:…
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