Panama Overview

While Panama is most famous for its canal, the country is one of the greatest undiscovered destinations in the Americas. The minimally developed and well-preserved natural scenery is some of the best in Central America, offering an uncrowded and inexpensive experience for intrepid travellers. Often overshadowed by neighbouring Costa Rica, Panama has some of the finest birding, snorkeling and deep-sea fishing in the region. If you love the outdoors, and want to be the first on your block to visit an untapped ecotourism destination, then Panama is perfect for you. more...

Panama Activities

Beaches One of the best ways to keep the kids busy is to take them to the beach. Panama has dozens of excellent sandy choices on both sides of the isthmus, as well as a number of islands just off the coasts. Bocas del Toro, Taboga, Santa Catalina and the Azuero Peninsula are just a few of the popular beach town destinations where the waters are clear and sand white and soft. more...

Panama Events and Festivals

Boquete Fair of Flowers and Coffee This international fair is famous around the world for its competitive coffee tastings and beautiful flower exposition in the Chiriqui Highlands. more...

Panama Sightseeing

Few destinations can rival the quality and quantity of Panama’s tourist attractions. With 1,500 islands dotting both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts, some of the most accessible and bio-diverse rainforests on the planet; and highlands that are both culturally interesting and scenically beautiful, Panama has more than enough nature-based activities for every visitor. There are also historical sites from its heritage as an international crossroads, seven living Indian cultures to experience and a cosmopolitan capital chock full of shopping and nightlife. Add to this the plethora of sporting activities on offer and you will find that Panama is one of best undiscovered destinations in the world. more...

Panama Transport

Air Tocumen International Airport is located 27kms northeast of Panama City and is the country’s principle air hub, handling flights from all Central American countries, as well as North and South America and even a few European destinations. Miami is the hub for most of the direct flights from the United States, but several major US airlines also operate regular flights from a handful of American cities. There’s a US$20 departure tax on all international flights, payable only in cash. more...

Panama Travel Tips

In Panama there’s really no need to change large amounts of money into local currency as long as you have plenty of US dollars, as they are accepted as readily as the local Balboa. All hotels can exchange money for you, as well as the banks and cambios. If you are coming from a country other than the United States, it’s probably a good idea to get US dollars or traveller’s cheques before arriving. more...