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Feliz Año Nuevo – Happy New Year

Posted on January 2, 2015 by

Celebrations in Panama are always fun and interesting, and New Year’s Eve is no exception. There are the expected midnight parties and lots of fireworks, of course, and something else I find especially interesting – the muñecos. A muñeco is … Continue reading →

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Día de Difuntos

Posted on November 3, 2014 by

Día de Muertos, or Día de Difuntos is the day to remember the dead, and takes place on November 2nd. It is a quiet day with no alcohol sales, loud music, parties, or other festivities. Instead it is a day … Continue reading →

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