Wherever I travel, I love learning about local and indigenous cultures. Here in Panamá, the people of the Guna Yala Comarca stand out dressed in their eyecatching, brightly colored clothing selling their molas and beadwork on the streets of Casco Viejo. It’s one thing to grab a lovely souvenir to take home; it’s another thing to understand its meaning. If you’re planning a trip to Panama City, the Mola Museum…
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ADVENTURE TIME ON ISLA OTOQUE, PANAMA
I don’t have too many vices, but my latest bad habit is too much TikTok. As embarrassing as it sounds at my age, sometimes my scrolling turns up some really interesting things like my latest excursion a couple of hours outside the city. I had never heard of this place, but there it was in my feed. I was hooked watching the colorful panga motoring toward another Panamanian Pacific paradise…
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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW: MONKEY ISLAND
Just minutes beyond the world famous canal lies one of Panama’s most beloved tourist attractions, “Monkey Island.” Located in the heart of Gatun Lake, these remarkable islands that dot the waters running parallel to the canal are home to three different monkey species offering visitors an unforgettable, interactive glimpse into Panama’s rich biodiversity. What makes this place truly special isn’t just the playful howler monkeys or the curious capuchins you’ll…
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SMITHSONIAN BAT NIGHTS: OUT OF THIS WORLD
Have you ever wondered what happens in the jungle after sundown? At the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute’s Bat Lab, in Gamboa, you’ll not only get up close and personal with bats, scorpions, and frogs, you´ll get to explore their world under the cover of night. With over 120 bat species calling Panama home, this little country offers numerous opportunties to catch a glimpse of these often misunderstood nocturnal creatures. Just…
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9 EPIC DAYS IN GUATEMALA
Guatemala is a dream come true, offering an incredible mix of ancient Mayan ruins, colonial architecture, vibrant indigenous cultures, and stunning natural landscapes. Did you know that Guatemala is home to 37 volcanoes, with three of them still active? This adventure stops at some of the country’s most iconic destinations – from the metropolitan buzz of Guatemala City to the mystical Mayan pyramids of Tikal, the colonial charm of Antigua,…
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10 AMAZING DAYS IN PERU
I fell in love with Peru from the moment I landed in Lima. From the sprawling, busy capital city to the unbelievable heights of Machu Picchu, this South American treasure offers travelers a mindblowing mix of ancient history, stunning landscapes, and world-class cuisine. Welcoming over over 1.5 million visitors annually, Machu Picchu alone lures visitors from around the world as one of the “New 7 Wonders of the World.” Whether…