I hadn’t given a lot of thought to the Panama Canal before I first visited in 2022, as I’m typically drawn to the natural world. However, the more I have learned about the canal, the more impressed I am with this twentieth century engineering marvel. It’s a must do while you are visiting Panama City: with a history that is fascinating and a present that has a palpable effect on…
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A COMPLETE GUIDE TO 4 DAYS IN PANAMA CITY, PANAMA
Before I made my home here, I actually visited Panama 4 times. Every time I fell more and more in love with this one-of-a-kind cosmopolitan Central American city. I put together this complete guide to 4 days in Panama City that will touch on the rich Spanish colonial history, take you to its world renowned canal and explore Panama’s natural beauty. There is no shortage of accommodations here in Panama…
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REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT ANCON HILL
People are drawn to Panama City for many reasons: oceanfront living, legendary nightlife and historical attractions, just to name a few. It may surprise you to find that there are just as many reasons why you should visit prominent Ancon Hill that keeps watch over the capital. Brimming with rainforest flora and fauna, this trail is a Zen-like escape from the nearby hectic metropolis. Ancon Hill, or Cerro Ancon, is…
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5 OUTDOOR WORKOUTS TO TRY IN PANAMA CITY, PANAMA
Working out the same way over and over again can get a little boring and make it more difficult to stay motivated sometimes. I put together a short list of five outdoor workouts to try here in Panama City that will be a change of pace, take you to different parts of town and definitely have you breaking a sweat. 1. CINTA COSTERA The Cinta Costera is the 4.3 mile…
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5 WAYS LIVING IN PANAMA CHANGED MY LIFE FOR THE BETTER
1. TRAVEL & ADVENTURE First and foremost, I came to Panama to fulfill my goal of traveling more and creating a sense of newness and excitement about life. Atlanta had become uncomfortably predictable. Over the past year, I have connected with a small, but fabulous group of friends who love hiking. We’ve ventured near and far to trails most locals never attempt. I have also traveled solo to El Valle…