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At first sight, Panama’s modern architecture, the canal, modern roads and good shopping malls are not what the visitor expects to see in a Central American country. Panama’s true wonders however, are found far from the cement yet close to the capital. I refer to our network of footpaths that lead the explorer to spectacular… Read More
Santa Catalina, a small, laid-back town known for having one of the best surf breaks in Central America, is located 300 km northwest of Panama City, about one hour from Santiago. The scenery and natural environment are breathtaking. The rugged coastline is a densely forested green, punctuated with lilac-colored jacaranda trees and the ocean is… Read More
Barú, Panama’s only volcano, is located in the country’s westernmost province of Chiriquí. The dormant peak stands at an impressive 11,400 feet (3,474 meters) above sea level, making it the highest point in Panama. The volcano lies within the Barú National Park, close to the town of Boquete, 40km from the city of David. Climbing… Read More
A group of spotted eagle rays glides by in perfect formation, dolphins play in the wake of the boat and the great barracuda remains motionless in the water, awaiting his prey. Marine life in Bocas del Toro is spectacular from above the water and under the water it is like swimming through an aquarium- only… Read More
By Mona Sutherland – If you were in Panama for only one day, what would you do? Would you go greenlining or mud bogging in an off-road vehicle? Would you go hiking in the rainforest, hoping to see a toucan? Or, would you go river rafting down the Rio Chagres and wave hello to the… Read More
A true love of sailing passes from one generation to the next, the bond between people growing ever stronger over the years, as hours spent at sea create lasting memories and stories to be handed down. For Captain Sahika Riley, owner of Panama Sailing School, and her daughter Jamila, nothing could be truer. After years… Read More
by Asia Sherman – With a yee haw from Captain Carl Davis, the Jungle Land Explorer, filled with adventure seekers, jets off from the dock in La Represa and cuts through the man-made waters of Lake Gatun. The destination – a 61-foot houseboat anchored in the middle of the 95-year-old lake. When the Panama Canal… Read More
Kerri Burrus is, at present the Top Female Angler in the World Billfish Series, a worldwide circuit of Big Game Fishing. In her 30s, Kerri travels around the world, competing in fishing contests, looking for her next big catch. Recently, Kerri has been visiting Panama to experience the fishing here, and also film a show… Read More
By Kevin Simmons – The canopy stretches in all directions as far as the eye can see. A gentle breeze rustles the leaves to life in waves, and a shifting light peeks through to illuminate thousands of subtle shades within. The meditative swaying transfixes, one of those moments where time slows and the air is… Read More
1999 was the year where kitesurfing was born in Panama, and ever since it has been growing in popularity. The sport is quite challenging and thrilling, to say the least. Today, more than 30 people practice the sport with some frequency, and during the windy (dry) season, you can see them, the kite boarders—as they… Read More
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