Explore Panama Through Our Personal Experiences
During our time in Panama (Nov 2023 through Feb 2024), we visited Panama City, Coronado, Boquete, and Bocas Del Toro and a few places in between, spending anywhere from a week to a month or more in each place. This page pulls together our real world travel experiences through our blog posts and videos to help you explore, plan, and maybe even consider Panama as your next big adventure.
Rain, Tacos, and Humidity: Our First Weeks in Panama City
Follow our journey from Oregon to Panama City, Panama. This blog post shares insights into our experiences during the initial weeks of international nomadic living, covering everything from overpacking to exploring local eateries. Get a straightforward look at the challenges, surprises, and reflections that shaped…
Our Tour of Panama Viejo
As a couple exploring potential retirement destinations on a modest budget, Panama’s affordability factor was a major draw. We were also intrigued by Panama Viejo’s UNESCO World Heritage status and its rich history. So, we decided to kick off our multi-month-long exploration of Panama with…
Our Visit to the Punta Culebra Nature Center – Smithsonian Wildlife Experience in Panama City
We’ve always been avid travelers, but this year marks our first year as fulltime travels, living abroad and discovering new destinations. On a rainy Saturday Panama morning we headed off to the Punta Culebra Nature Center and we just had to share! Operated by the…
We Wander around Panama City’s Old Town – Casco Viejo
Our first weekend in Panama we had a bit of a wander around Panama City’s Old Town, Casco Viejo, including drinks and a snack at a rooftop bar. Apparently it’s THE thing to do. Here’s what we discovered during our adventure—and why we think you’ll…
Our Take on the Biomuseo in Panama City
The Biomuseo: A Guide to Panama’s Natural History On our trip to Panama City, we visited Panama City’s natural history museum, a Frank Gehry-designed marvel that’s become a city icon. We usually do some research beforehand but after our visit to the Punta Culebra Nature…
Our Review of the Studio Coliving Hotel in Panama City, Panama
Welcome to our in-depth review of Studio Coliving Hotel in Panama City, Panama! In this blog post, we’ll take you through our decision-making process, the details of our accommodations, and a close look at the hotel’s amenities, customer service, and overall experience. Our aim is…
If it’s not one thing…..
As we wind down our time here in Panama we we find ourselves reflecting on the intricacies of a nomadic lifestyle planning because yet again we are making changes to our future plans. Honestly, we are pretty much ALWAYS in the planning phase. That is…
Our Visit to a Coffee Farm Tour in Boquete
Labeled as one of the top things to do in Boquete we knew we wanted to tour a small family owned and operated coffee farm when we were scouting out what to do while in Boquete. We knew we wanted to add a farm to…
7 Things We Did, or at least tried to do, in Boquete Panama
Nestled amidst the majestic mountains of Panama, Boquete (pronounced boh-KEH-theh) beckons travelers with its refreshing climate*, breathtaking scenery, and a smorgasbord of outdoor activities. We, Jeff and Sandra, self-proclaimed travel enthusiasts with a healthy dose of “been-there-done-that” experience, aren’t your typical travel bloggers. We tell…
Discover Panama: Video Highlights of Our Journey
Get a glimpse of our time in Panama with this video gallery. From the bustling streets of Panama City to the beaches of Bocas del Toro, these highlights capture the variety of experiences we enjoyed. As slow travelers, we had the chance to dive into the culture, explore the landscapes, and navigate everyday life in Panama. Each video shares a piece of our journey and provides practical insights to help you plan your own adventure.
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