Panama – Indie Traveller

Your Perfect 7-Day Panama Itinerary For First-Timers

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:43:50 +0000

I came away from Panama convinced that it is thoroughly underrated. With all the travel talk fixated on the better-promoted Costa Rica, its neighbor often goes ignored, even though it offers a similar array of ecotourism experiences and surfing hotspots, not to mention a safe capital to explore. I have done two trips to Panama: ... Read more

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Bocas del Toro Island Hopping Guide – Best Islands & More

Cat Roberts — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:09:10 +0000

Scattered around Panama’s northwestern corner near Costa Rica, the Bocas del Toro archipelago offers a unique blend of lush mangroves, vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture, and pristine beaches. During my seven months backpacking through Central America and South America, Bocas del Toro was a standout highlight, unlike anywhere else I’ve visited. Unlike other tropical spots, Bocas retains ... Read more

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Is Panama City Worth Visiting? (It Depends)

Marek Bron — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:48:13 +0000

Having visited Panama City twice, including a stay of a full week, I can maybe help you decide whether (and for how long) to visit Panama City. I’ve lingered in Panama City probably longer than I otherwise would have, given that I was on a long-term trip and awaiting passage by boat to Colombia. But ... Read more

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Panama Travel Guide: 7 Of The Best Places To Visit + Tips

Marek Bron — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:46:08 +0000

No, Panama is not just a canal! This guide will show you all this much-overlooked destination has to offer.

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Sailing Through Paradise: From Panama To Colombia By Boat

Marek Bron — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:12:00 +0000

Keen to avoid smugglers and jaguars I sail around Panama's Darien Gap, meeting islanders living off coconuts along the way.

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