22 Things To Know Before Visiting Panama

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Long viewed as an off-the-beaten-track destination, Panama is quickly becoming a sought-after place to visit. Here you’ll find a contrasting nation with modern industry and a cosmopolitan capital, as well as lush rainforests, tropical islands and indigenous communities. It is a country of dramatic contrasts and it won’t take you long to realize this when … Read more

Where To Stay In Panama City

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Are you looking for where to stay in Panama City? You are in the right place! I spent weeks in the city during my Central America travels, and stayed at different locations, so I am here to help you find the best places to stay in Panama City. The Panamanian capital sits at the confluence … Read more

13 Best Things To Do In Panama City, Panama

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There are many interesting things to do in Panama City. The Panamanian capital is a great place to visit – despite all my misconceptions, it ended up being my favorite destination in the country, and I enjoyed way better than more remote destinations such as Bocas del Toro. Panama City has long been situated at … Read more

A Guide To Visiting The Panama Canal: 11 Best Things To Know

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Visiting the Panama Canal is, quite simply, a must when in Panama. Indeed, apart from its eponymous hats, the most famous thing people know about Panama is its canal. This enormous feat of human engineering allows ships to pass from one ocean to another at a rate of 14,500 per year. Stretching all the way … Read more

A Guide To Sailing San Blas Islands, Panama

San Blas Islands

I first heard of the San Blas Islands of Panama in 2010, when during my first trip to Peru I met travelers who were on a long term trip across Central and South America. After looking at some photos, I decided that when the time came for me to travel long term around the continent … Read more

A Guide To Bocas Del Toro, Panama: 12 Best Things To Do

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Bocas del Toro is the kind of place leaves most travelers wanting to return for more. Despite being one of the most popular tourist destinations in Panama, much of it is undeveloped, and there’s a super laid-back feeling wherever you go. Add to this the indigenous culture still alive and well in this part of … Read more

A Guide To Portobelo, Panama

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Often used as a base by sale boats headed to San Blas, Portobelo is actually a nice tourist destination in its own right. This now small fishing town is a charming place with a few interesting historic sites. It is surrounded by thick jungle it and provides easy access to some lovely, secluded beaches on … Read more

15 Best Things To Do In Panama

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With all the things to do in Panama, it’s easy to see why it’s becoming a travelers’ favorite.  Panama is a fun country to visit. Despite the heat and humidity of Central America that make traveling to Panama at times very tiring, you are bound to enjoy this country, which has a lot to offer. … Read more