Panama Surprises
Panama, the “crossroads of the Americas,” has been attracting visitors since the Spanish carried their plundered South American gold across its Camino Real. Even today, it remains a magnet for the shipping industry, as mega-ships travel between the Pacific and the Atlantic through the Panama Canal.
The country’s capital, Panama City, has become Latin America’s booming financial center. Here, modern skyscrapers and high-end shopping malls contrast with the ruins of Panama Viejo, the first Panama City, and the colonial buildings in Casco Antiguo.
Beach lovers can kick back with the indigenous Kuna community of the San Blas islands, or party hearty and snorkel in Bocas del Toro. If you’re an adrenaline junkie, try shark diving at Coiba National Park, or go off the grid and hike through the Darien, one of the most remote lands on earth. Finally, return home with a bag of the country’s coffee, fresh from the lush, green plantations of Boquete, high in the Chiriqui highlands.
What to do in Panama: Visit historic Panama Viejo, first capital, oldest European settlement on the Pacific, and a World...
Panamá Viejo, Panama City, Panama
You’d need months to see all Panama has to offer. The country is richly blessed with colorful native peoples, a tr...
monkey island panama
Panamanian sancocho (aka sancocho de gallina) is Panama's national dish. This is a must-try, authentic recipe for the Pa...
Panama City, Panama
Want to drive from Alaska to Argentina? You need to navigate the impenetrable jungle between Panama and Colombia. Here's...
Darién Gap, Panama
A weekend escape from the Panama's capital city for two days in Bocas Del Toro. It's only a short flight from Panama Cit...
Bastimentos Island, Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro Province, Panama
Today we decided to spend one day at Summit Botanical Gardens and Zoo. Summit is located only 20 minutes away from Panam...
Summit Municipal Park, Ancón, Panama
El Valle de Anton, Panama is a favorite local Panama City getaway. This mountain town has so many things to do – from ho...
El Valle de Antón, Coclé Province, Panama
Find the best things to do in Panama City, Panama. Get travel tips and don't miss attractions like the Casco Viejo, Pana...
Amador Causeway, Panama City, Panama
Discover one of the best things to do in Panama City. Mercado de Mariscos is more than just Panama's biggest fish market...
Mercado de Mariscos, Cinta Costera, Panama City, Panama
Expert guide to visiting the Panama Canal, by a local. Where to see the ships, what to expect, cost and what else you ca...
Miraflores Locks巴拿马运河, Panama City, Panama
Mourning the end of the holidays, longing for another excuse to party? Never fear, Panama's Carnival season is just arou...
Avenida Balboa, Panama City, Panama
What to expect at Panama Carnaval, or Carnival, the 5-day holiday leading up to Lent that is not to be missed. Includes...
Avenida Balboa, Panama City, Panama
Punta Chame's beautiful white sand beaches are an ideal day trip from Panama City. If you go during the week, you'll hav...
Punta Chame, Panama
In our opinion, he best steak in Panama can be found at Patagonia Grill in San Francisco. Steaks are cooked over open fi...
Patagonia Grill, Avenida 4 C Sur, Panama City, Panama
Explore el Camino Real de Panama, the route that once brought plundered Incan treasure back to the king of Spain. Read m...
Quebrada Ancha, Alcalde Diaz, Panama
In Panama City's Casco Viejo street art abounds, even while the World Heritage site itself undergoes a renaissance. Read...
Casco viejo panama basilica, San Felipe, Panama, Panama
Strolling through Casco Viejo's brick paved streets makes you feel as if you’ve stepped back in time where life was much...
Casco Viejo, Panama
A day trip to Isla Grande, a Caribbean island on the north coast of Panama that is popular day trip from Panama City. Re...
Isla Grande, Colón Province, Panama
Panama is a bird mecca. People try to see how many varieties they can find. Here are some of the birds and other animals...
Pipeline Road, Corregimiento de Cristóbal, Colón Province, Panama
Meet Panama's indigenous Embera Indians in Panama's Darien. This is the best way to buy an exquisite hand-woven basket....
Mogué, Panama
A drive to Santa Fe Panama will bring you to an authentic town in the Veraguas Mountains, a world away from the hubbub o...
Santa Fe, Veraguas Province, Panama
Boquete, tucked snugly in Panama's mountains, is a popular expat community. It's well known for its annual coffee and fl...
Boquete, Chiriquí Province, Panama
For a truly memorable Panama adventure, snorkeling in Bocas del Toro is a must-do. Read these tips before you go. Read m...
Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro Province, Panama
A photo essay from a getaway to the Pearl Islands in Panama. See where the hit television series "Survivor" was filmed....
Finca Lerida is a picturesque boutique hotel in the mountains of Boquete, Panama. But is it worth the expense to stay th...
Hotel Finca Lerida Coffee Plantation and Boutique Hotel, Boquete, Panama
We reflect on what it's like to live in Panama City and show you our Panamanian apartment. Read more
San Francisco, Panama City, Panama
Panama City's Paseo Las Bovedas includes a bougainvillea-covered walkway lined with vendors selling traditional crafts....
Paseo de Las Bóvedas, San Felipe, Panama, Panama
You’d need months to see all Panama has to offer. The country is richly blessed with colorful native peoples, a tropical rainforest teeming with wildlife, and beautiful Caribbean islands that invite relaxation. But what if you have limited time with a cruise ship excursion or you’ve already seen the Panama City attractions and want to …
El Valle de Anton, Panama is a favorite local Panama City getaway. This mountain town has so many things to do – from hot springs and hiking to shopping and a few surprises.
Expert guide to visiting the Panama Canal, by a local. Where to see the ships, what to expect, cost and what else you can do there.
A weekend escape from the Panama’s capital city for two days in Bocas Del Toro. It’s only a short flight from Panama City’s Albrook airport.
What to do in Panama: Visit historic Panama Viejo, first capital, oldest European settlement on the Pacific, and a World Heritage Site.
Boquete, tucked snugly in Panama’s mountains, is a popular expat community. It’s well known for its annual coffee and flower festival.
Find the best things to do in Panama City, Panama. Get travel tips and don’t miss attractions like the Casco Viejo, Panama Canal. and more.
A drive to Santa Fe Panama will bring you to an authentic town in the Veraguas Mountains, a world away from the hubbub of Panama City.
For a truly memorable Panama adventure, snorkeling in Bocas del Toro is a must-do. Read these tips before you go.
What to expect at Panama Carnaval, or Carnival, the 5-day holiday leading up to Lent that is not to be missed. Includes planning resources.
Mourning the end of the holidays, longing for another excuse to party? Never fear, Panama’s Carnival season is just around the corner. Here are all the
Panama is a bird mecca. People try to see how many varieties they can find. Here are some of the birds and other animals you can see.
Meet Panama’s indigenous Embera Indians in Panama’s Darien. This is the best way to buy an exquisite hand-woven basket. Or two.
Punta Chame’s beautiful white sand beaches are an ideal day trip from Panama City. If you go during the week, you’ll have it all to yourself.
A day trip to Isla Grande, a Caribbean island on the north coast of Panama that is popular day trip from Panama City.
Panamanian sancocho (aka sancocho de gallina) is Panama’s national dish. This is a must-try, authentic recipe for the Panama City version.
