Since the creation of the world-famous Panama Canal in 1914, Panama has been at the heart of international shipping, serving as a connection point between the Pacific and the Caribbean. Its importance in global trade has helped the country proper (it’s one of the most developed in the region). And in recent years, Panama has […]
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Panama City Travel Guide
Panama City is the most developed city in all of Central America and the financial and shipping hub of the region. The modern skyscrapers that have popped up in Panama City since the early 2000s showcase the city’s economic wealth and continuous growth. Today, you can find divine food, plenty of shopping, and a vibrant […]
How Much Does it Cost to Travel Panama?
Last Updated: 2/1/23 | February 1st, 2023 As part of my desire to give you the best budget travel tips I can, I’m continuing my informal series on country costs. Everywhere I go, I write down how much I spent and do a detailed post-mortem on my expenses, so you go in better informed! This […]
Interview with Panama Writer, William Friar
An interview is from Moon Guidebook author William Friar. Author of their Panama guidebook (and three other books about Panama), he shares his insights on growing up in this rapidly developing country and what he thinks is in store in the future.
The 6 Best Hostels in Panama City, Panama
Last Updated: 5/11/23 | May 11th, 2023 Panama City is known as the shipping and financial hub of Central America — but there’s much more to it than that. Panama City is a bustling, lively city with a vibrant nightlife, tons of history, and delicious food. It’s a good hub to base yourself in for […]
How to Tour a Coffee Plantation in Panama
Last Updated: 9/4/2023 | September 4th, 2023 I have a confession: I’m not a coffee drinker. I think the last time I had coffee was about five years ago. The only way I like coffee is when you add in all those other flavors, milk, and whipped cream because it masks the coffee taste and […]
Central America Travel Guide
Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, the slender land bridge of Central America runs from Mexico to South America and is made up of seven countries: Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. Political and civil unrest in the 1980s kept most tourists away for decades (people never forget bad news), […]
Boquete Travel Guide
Tucked away in the green highlands of Panama, Boquete is a small mountain town near the Costa Rican border. It is a popular destination for hiking, coffee plantation tours, and just relaxing in the mountains. It also has some of the best international restaurants in the country. A lot of people (mostly Americans) retire here […]
Is Central America Safe to Visit?
Last Updated: 8/24/23 | August 24th, 2023 Central America is where I started my nomadic life. To this day, it remains one of my favorite regions for backpacking. Flanked by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America connects Mexico to South America and is made up of seven countries. It can be challenging to get […]
How to Get Around Central America on a Budget
Last Updated: 7/10/23 | July 10th, 2023 Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America is a magical region that is perfect for backpacking. The area is full of rainforests, unexplored Mayan ruins, gorgeous beaches, incredible reefs, cheap prices, delicious food, and welcoming people. It can be difficult arranging transportation throughout the region. In […]
Learning to Go with the Flow When You Travel
While having a travel plan in your back pocket never hurts, sometimes it’s best to let go of all your plans and go with the flow. When your travel plans are flexible you’re free to make changes anytime you need and adapt to new situations easily. It may be challenging, but it is also liberating.
When the Expats Come and Take Over
Updated: 02/01/2019 | February 1st, 2019 Expats (noun): People who leave their own country and live overseas; expatriates. I’ve been an expat three times in my life. There were the few months I lived in Amsterdam, the few months spent living in Taiwan, and the just over a year I spent in Thailand. I love […]