Want to get to know the real Panama City, Panama? I’ve worked to narrow down everything there is to do in Panama City to 21 of the must-dos. Don’t worry if you can’t get to them all! You can always come back. The Panama Canal I’m kicking off the list…
11 Things To Know Before Visiting Panama City
Panama City is a vibrant Latin American capital city with great food, culture, and plenty to do, but there are a few things you…
A Quick Guide To Panama’s Casco Viejo Neighborhood
Casco Viejo is a unique location to stay in Panama City, Panama if you want to be steps away from the city’s best restaurants,…
14 Incredible Islands YOU MUST Visit In Panama
For a small country – Panama manages to pack an incredible amount of terrain that will satisfy any explorer. You’ve got a cosmopolitan city,…
A Quick Guide To El Valle de Antón, Panama
With a cool micro-climate, beautiful hiking trails, and simple access from Panama City, the sleepy mountain town El Valle de Anton is one of…
Lensventure: Photography Workshops + Adventure Travel In Panama
Want to perfect your photography skills while enjoying incredible adventures in beautiful places around Panama? Lensventure delivers just that in an all-inclusive, weekend photography…
Enjoy Nature Unrestricted In The Panama Jungle
Experience the freedom of being in the Panama jungle at Kalu Yala. This is one of my favorite eco-tourism getaways because even though it…
A Quick Guide To Playa Venao, Panama
Playa Venao is a vibrant beachfront community on Panama’s Azuero Peninsula, known for its world-class surfing, chill beach vibes, and the occasional music festival.…
Bocas del Toro, Panama: A Local’s Ultimate Travel Guide
Enjoy this guest post by Drew Berger, a Bocas Expat since 2015, avid surfer, and owner of Sol Bungalows– a new overwater bungalow experience located…
10 Reasons Bocas del Toro Should Be On Your Travel Bucket List
Enjoy this guest post by Drew Berger, a Bocas Expat since 2015, avid surfer, and owner of Sol Bungalows – a new overwater bungalow…
The Coolest Treehouse Lodges In Panama
Staying in a treehouse is the ultimate way to fulfill your childhood fantasy and luckily as an adult, you can finally make dreams come…
Under $50/Night: Panama’s Most Inexpensive Getaways
Traveling in Panama can be done on the cheap if you know where to stay. Dream of staying right on the beach or being…
Going UP! Where To Experience Panama’s “Chilly” Weather
Let’s be honest, it’s HOT & HUMID in most parts of Panama and that glistening, tropical sweat look just doesn’t look or feel good…
10 Easy Eco-Lodge & Glamping Getaways From Panama City
With a diverse landscape of beaches, mountains, and jungles to explore, you don’t have to venture far from Panama City to enjoy the outdoors.…
How To Spend A Weekend In Panama City: A Local’s Guide
With a warm tropical climate, a bustling cosmopolitan center, a laid-back historic area, and a trendy nightlife scene, Panama City is one of Latin America’s hottest…
The Essential Guide To Bocas del Toro: Panama’s Dreamy Paradise
You’ll often hear of places where travellers tend to ‘get stuck’ (in a good way). I’ve heard urban myths of people going to Puerto…
Experience Panama City Off The Beaten Path at Selina Kalu Yala
Wondering what to do in Panama? Worry not – there is no shortage of things to do in Panama City. In fact, adventurous things…
Surf, Scuba, & Snorkel In Santa Catalina
Panama is a diverse country suited for tourists and adventure seekers alike. For many visitors, Panama offers opportunities to explore the mountains, rivers, volcanos,…
A Quick Guide To Panama City
With a warm tropical climate, a bustling cosmopolitan center, a laid-back historical area, and a trendy nightlife scene, Panama City is one of Latin America’s hottest…
Playa Venao: Central America’s Secret Spot For Electronic Music Lovers
Playa Venao, a dreamy beach town located on the Pacific Ocean of the Azuero Peninsula in Panama, is attracting some of the world’s finest…
Unique Tours: Get Off The Beaten Path In Panama City
Want to skip the cheesy tour bus and have an authentic experience in Panama City? There are a number of tours that get you…
Playa Venao: Panama’s Best Beach For Surfers
Somewhere on the bay of Japan, and on the shores of Chile, there is a storm conjuring. A combination of rain and wind is…
Taboga Island Is The Perfect Day Trip From Panama City
If you’re looking for a quick and easy day trip to the beach from Panama City, it doesn’t get any easier than Taboga Island. …
Island Hopping Around The San Blas Islands
Although my main reason for visiting Panama was to study Spanish at the Casco Antiguo Spanish School (read about the experience here), I knew…
How To Properly Visit The Panama Canal
You can’t leave Panama without seeing one of the most significant accomplishments in Panama’s history. The Panama Canal took the lives of over 30,000…
How I Survived A Night In The Panama Jungle
Discover a new way to connect with nature at Bodhi Hostel in Kalu Yala, a sustainable eco-hostel that makes it easy to “survive” in…
Why I Just Launched A Blog In Colombia While Living In Panama
After launching my Panama website, PTY Life, over five years ago I am ready to expand, and the next city is Bogotá, Colombia! Visit…
How To Ride Panama’s Historic Train & Visit A Beach
Riding the historic Panama Canal Railway with panoramic jungle views is a must-do and here’s how to also combine it with a beach day…
Rediscovering The Magic Of Boquete, Panama
Boquete truly is a magical place and I can see why people have chosen to visit or make the move here. Luscious green mountains…
How To Use Your Cell Phone While Traveling Abroad
Whether you’re traveling to Panama, Europe, or anywhere else in the world, having cell service during your trip offers a huge convenience and there’s…
Beyond Tourist Traps: Experience The Forgotten Side Of Panama City
When gentrification takes over and a thriving metropolis erupts from what was once the authentic way of life, the locals who inhabited the area…
Panama’s San Blas Islands: Living In A Postcard
Touching down on Guna Yala, Panama, I felt like the most opportune person to grace the earth. “Where?” you might ask. Well, allow me to introduce…
Traveling With Kids In Panama? You’re Going To Love This.
Traveling to Panama, and forgot to pack your nanny? No worries—Brittney Schering is a U.S. expat that happens to be the founder of The…
12 Easy Day Trips From Panama City
The great thing about visiting or living in Panama City is the diversity of eco getaways within a few hours away. You can relax…
How To Properly Do Carnaval In Panama
Panama’s legendary carnavales are approaching, and it’s one of the most looked forward to times of the year for Panamanians. There’s 1000’s of people,…
Top Souvenirs To Get While You Are In Panama
Instead of getting the typical tourist t-shirt or magnet that says Panama, look into getting these one-of-a-kind items: Panama Hat Panama is famous for their…
Amador Causeway: Cool, Breezy and Exciting
The Amador Causeway is one of the coolest locations in Panama. It’s basically a land bridge that connects three islands by the Pacific entrance to the…
Why I’m About To Spend A Week Living In An Indigenous Community
The indigenous community of Armila is part of Panama’s protected Kuna Yala territory in San Blas, Panama and lies on a 5km stretch of…
The 3 Things You Can’t Miss In Boquete
I did not expect to enjoy Boquete, a largely indigenous community in the mountains of Panama that has been rated one of the best places…
Why So Many People Are Experiencing Euphoria On This Island In Panama
Taboga Island is known as the “Island of Flowers”, but is more locally famous as a popular day trip with easy access from Panama City. On any given…