Isla Contadora - One of many islands in the luminescent string that is the Pearl Archipelago. Contadora is just off Panama’s Pacific Coast, a mere 40 miles from Panama City. The tidy island town boasts three “mini-supers,”... << MORE >>

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Tell us what you liked and want to read more about, and what you didn't like and would like to see less of.

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Here's a new way to plan your Panama Trip and find Panama Hotels which fit your budget and your travel plans.

I make it a habit of exploring a new part of Panama each time I plan a trip. One of my challenges is the time it takes to find appropriate Panama Hotels along my planned itinerary. You may have noticed this - when I want to explore a new part of Panama City the search engines often return 'Panama City Fl' suggestions. What a pain... << MORE >>

Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010

Dear Learn About Panama Reader,

With the exception of Brazil, nowhere takes its Carnival season—the week before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent—more seriously than Panama.

If you like the quiet life, it's everything you want to avoid. But if you enjoy a good raucous, wild party…Carnival in Panama is the place to be.

Jessica joined in the fun last week, and sent ... << MORE >>

this is a very hot deal which i just discovered today thanks to my 'insider secrets' techniques. i could have searched for hours to find this deal but instead i had it in minutes. anyhow, this one is great but it has a pretty quick expiry date - you need to book within the next week - sale ends march 4. the good part is travel can occur right up to june 9, 2010 so you can take advantage of this for any spring trips you might want to take.

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Another Quick Travel Tip for you!

Flying back and forth to Panama I couldn't believe the range of prices I was paying for airfare.

Here's an example - I once managed to get return airfare from Toronto non-stop for as little as $150! A few months later I found myself having to pay over $800 for the same flight. Trips from various other locations in the U.S. and Canada produced the same results.

I tried everything! From building my trip piece-meal ... << MORE >>

OK - I know this has little r nothing to do with Panama but then again it may. If you currently live in Panama or are in the process of moving there you know it is sometimes better to buy things at home and ship them down. There are just some things you can't find in Panama or you can get a better deal on at home.

Recently I came across a site that has been saving me a lot of ... << MORE >>

For the fourth time, artists of International stature will be coming to the Boquete Jazz Festival. The Festival, February 25th to the 28th, will feature four days of jazz, as well as music clinics and workshops for music students from the University of Chiriqui and local High Schools.The Festival seeks to create a scholarship fund that will help young Chiriqui musicians attend workshops at the annual Panama Jazz Festival and provide them with musical instruments. The Festival also hopes to fund other projects like the Summer Music Camp and programs for children at risk. Antonio Singh, director ...<< MORE >>

Flying NatureAir is the best way to get directly to Bocas del Toro, Panama from Costa Rica.

The one hour flight over is scenic and beautiful as you fly  over miles of lush tropical jungle and pristine beaches. As an added you bonus customs and immigration is a breeze with these small planes carrying just a few passengers.

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Hey!  Just a quick note to pass on a special discount I discovered for Marriott Hotels worldwide. You know I love Marriott and I really love the Marriott in Panama City - both of them!  The hotel is absolutely stunning. I would say the finest hotel in Panama City but I also love the Marriott Courtyard over at MultiCebntro Mall. The location is excellent.

Anyhow, here's a link to save you some cash at Marriott Hotels - just click the link below!


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