416: Casco Viejo: Panama’s Greatest Success Story – Simone Di Giovanni

416: Casco Viejo: Panama’s Greatest Success Story – Simone Di Giovanni

From The Expat Money Show - With Mikkel Thorup by Mikkel Thorup

July 1, 2026 · 1h 4m · Episode 416

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The episode discusses the transformation of Casco Viejo in Panama City and features an interview with developer Simone Di Giovanni.

Casco Viejo in Panama City wasn't always the vibrant, world-class destination it is today. Just a few decades ago, much of the historic district had been left to decay and certainly not a place you’d visit if you were in the country. Today, it stands as one of Latin America's greatest urban revival stories. In today's episode, I sit down with my good friend and Panama developer Simone Di Giovanni to discuss Casco Viejo's remarkable transformation and what makes Panama such a compelling place to live and invest. Enjoy!   IN TODAY’S EPISODE Tune in as Simone shares why he left his native Italy and ultimately chose Panama over Miami as his new home abroad Listen in as we discuss the remarkable transformation of Casco Viejo from a neglected historic district into one of Panama's most visited destinations Learn why Plaza Santa Ana is becoming the next chapter in Casco Viejo's revival and why it continues to attract investors Hear why all the pieces have come together to make Casco Viejo one of Latin America's greatest urban revival stories   THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2026: FREEDOM IS RISING IN LATIN AMERICA! Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom Is Rising In…

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Host: Mikkel Thorup

Guest: Simone Di Giovanni

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Places: Panama, Casco Viejo, Panama City, Plaza Santa Ana, Italy, Miami

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