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…
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THE BEST MICROBREWERIES IN PANAMA CITY
Nothing drives one to drink like a dramatic, unexpected breakup. Being the the practical girl that I am, I figured I’d turn lemons into lemonade by setting out on a tour of some of Panama City’s best microbreweries while I am in “drowning my sorrows” mode. Seriously though, I really love good beer, a chill atmosphere and supporting local businesses, so win, win, AND win. Here in Panama City, the…
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PANAMA PENSIONADO BENEFITS GUIDE 2025
Panama is consistently ranked as one of the top places in the world to retire. There are many reasons people are choosing this Central American paradise to live out their golden years: the mild climate, modern infrastructure and stunning, natural beauty just to name a few. However there are also real economic incentives to move to Panama, put in place by the Panamanian government in the form of one of…
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GET MIXING AT PEDRO MANDINGA
Locals and visitors alike love Pedro Mandinga and La Rana Dorada for their artisanal brews and handcrafted rum cocktails. They are a staple here in town offering fabulous happy hour specials, salsa nights, sponsored community events and super-cool tours of their distillery and brewery in Tumba Muerto. Recently, they introduced their “Ron de Coco Silver Pedro Mandinga” or Artisanal Coconut Rum of Panama. This sweet rum is an instant classic…
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20 AMAZING THINGS TO DO IN PANAMA CITY
Panama City, Panamá, might be a relatively small city by international standards, but there are plenty of fabulous things packed into this little metropolis. With rooftop bars, rainforest flora and fauna and the most famous canal on the planet, you won’t be at a loss for things to do in PTY. 1. VISIT THE CANAL This modern-day engineering marvel should be on every visitor’s to do list. It is not…