(prensa.com) The charm and cultural opportunities of Panama got him a place on the list of specialized travel publication Lonely Planet on the 10 countries that should not be missed in 2011. In Panama, the guide specifies that the economic crisis offered the "perfect excuse" to restart. "After an uncontrolled growth that resulted in the creation of casinos, gated … [Read more...]
Colon Panama and Isla Grande
(PanamaGringo) Colon, Panama is the second largest city in the Republic of Panama and holds the second largest duty free port n the entire world. The city of colon was formed by Americans in the 1850’s who were working on the canal. Colon gained a huge amount of importance and wealth after the completion of the canal; however, Colon had some major health issues due to the … [Read more...]
Boquete, Panama For $9.25 a Day
(InternationalLiving) A room with kitchenette at the Boquete Garden Inn will cost you $109 a night during the low season I’m in the town of Boquete, in Panama’s luscious green highlands. The crowds that were here for the November holidays (Nov. 3-5) have dispersed, and those of us who remain find that Boquete is a very quiet place indeed. This may well be the most … [Read more...]
How to spend Two Weeks in Panama
(EyeonPanama) Panama Suggested Travel Itinerary: Only have two weeks in Panama? Here is our action-packed, yet frugal travel suggestions. Day 1: Fly into Panama City Day 2: Panama City: Panama City Tour Day 3: Panama City: Train / Caribbean Beach and Jungle Tour Day 4: Panama City: Lake Gatun Monkey Island Day 5: Panama City: El Valle Day 6: San … [Read more...]
Riding a bus to Pedasi, Panama
(eyeonpanama) We spent the first night in Casco Viejo and after nice relaxing dinner, pack our bag so we could leave easily in the morning. Up early, we took a cab to the bus terminal only to find a second trip would be needed to find a forgotten passport. We arrived at the bus terminal the second time at a little after 8 AM. The bus to Las Tablas, the nearest … [Read more...]