City dwellers eventually tire of being city dwellers. Fortunately, beautiful beaches are plentiful here in Panama–many just a couple of hours away from the capital. These are the types of places that will make you forget your troubles at least for the day. Locals love a good “pasadía” or day trip to one of these idyllic spots. I just got back from Isla Mamey and it was a welcome change…
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THE MOLA MUSEUM TAKEN TO THE NEXT LEVEL
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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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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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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HOW TO SPEND CARNAVAL IN PANAMA 2025
Panama’s Carnaval ranks among the most spectacular celebrations in Latin America. More than 1 million people participate in Panama’s Carnaval festivities each year. This four-day festival preceding Ash Wednesday transforms the entire country into a whirlwind of color, music, and revelry. From the historical importance to modern day manifestation, this guide to will set your up for how spend Carnaval in Panama, 2025. Whether you’re planning a trip or simply…
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CERRO AZUL PANAMA: A WORLD AWAY
Just shy of an hour away from downtown Ciudad de Panama, lies this rumored mountain paradise where temperatures rarely exceed 75°F–24°C. Cerro Azul, Panama, is, indeed, a world away from the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Perched 2,500 feet above sea level, the air is cooler, the views are remarkable and expansive and the peace and natural beauty are next level. There’s something magical about life above the…