When first using public transport in Panama, there might be some surprises waiting for you. It works quite a bit different here from what you might be used to at home. However, with this guide you will have no trouble getting around.
10 Things You Should Absolutely Bring When Backpacking in Panama
How to Find Friends When Travelling Alone
While for some people this might not even be an issue, for others this is one of the biggest fears, when it comes to travelling alone: that they might eventually stay alone. Not everyone is an extroverted party animal, that is immediately the center of attention and talks to anyone with ease.
So, if you are more on the quiet, introverted side, but still want to meet new people, this might be for you.
How to Stay Fit and Healthy While Backpacking
Usually, vacation is the time of the year, when most people do not take their fitness routine too seriously and take a break to indulge on fatty, sugary foods and lots of alcohol. Of course, that is totally fine, but if you are planning to go backpacking for a couple of months or even a year you might wish to not get completely out of shape or just live off fried street food and pasta.
So, here is some advice on how to stay fit and healthy on the road.
Traveling during the Covid-19 pandemic
Contrary to what some might assume, traveling during Covid has turned out to be a blessing for many reasons. As a 19 years old student, my options were either to enroll at online university and study in a field that I didn't really find interesting or take a gap year. I had always planned to travel the world after high school, but that dream got quickly crushed when the pandemic started in March 2020. However, in December of that year I realized that except for the government's travel warnings, nothing was actually stopping me! So I booked a flight to Costa Rica with my best friend, packed everything and left. I have now been traveling in Central America for 5 months and I don't regret a thing.
Vegetarian cuisine in Panama
What do you first think of when you try to imagine yourself eating a cool snack in the beautiful countryside of Panama?
There’s only one right answer! It’s fruits, fruits and even more fruits!
For us two German vegetarians who are also used to a rather boring fruit situation at home, Panamá seamed to be an easy country to live a vegetarian lifestyle!
Jaguars: Panama's Apex Predators
It would be a shame to see these beautiful beasts disappear from our world, and it is absolutely worth doing all that we can to ensure that that doesn’t happen. So, in this article, I will be discussing why the Panamanian jaguar is so important to the ecosystems of Panama, what threats the jaguar population in Panama is facing, and what can be done to ensure that the Panamanian jaguar does not vanish from our world entirely.
Hostel Etiquette: Sex
In a hostel setting, you are sharing your space with other people that you probably have never met, and you want to be respectful of other people’s boundaries. But sometimes, you just really want to get it on. So what’s the best way to go about it? How do you get intimate without disturbing the other people staying in your hostel? Here’s what you should and should not do in regards to having sex in a hostel.
Panama Tattoo Ideas: Commemorate Your Journey
After brainstorming for quite a while about what would be a good tattoo to get that is unique to Panama, we came up with quite a few ideas. And while this article primarily focuses on tattoos related to Panama, it will also relate to anyone interested in getting some ink to commemorate their travels. So, here are some tattoo ideas for travellers in Panama, and some ways to choose your perfect travel tattoo.
Roblox Backpacking: Could Virtual Reality Backpacking Replace the Real Thing?
Upon trying out the game, I discovered that it was very basic and certainly did not rival the magical feeling that one gets from travelling the world with a real backpack. However, all things have basic beginnings. Which got me thinking: could there be a time in the future when virtual reality backpacking becomes so immersive and realistic that people actually choose it instead of the real experience? In this article, I am going to talk about Roblox Backpacking, a possible future of virtual reality backpacking, and whether or not I believe that it could one day become a substitute for actual backpacking.
Tips for Safe Travel in Panama
Top 10 Adventurous Things To Do in Panama
Nestled on a tropical isthmus between South and Central America, Panama is too often overlooked as a tourist destination. With the Caribbean Sea on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other, steep rugged mountains, upland plains, rolling hills, virtually untouched jungle, pristine beaches, and over 1000 islands, there is something for every variety of adventurer in Panama.
Hostel Etiquette: Changing
If you’ve ever spent a significant amount of time backpacking, you’ve probably met that kind of traveller who never showers or changes their clothes. And while everyone is entitled to live their life however they choose, there are some of us who would like to change their clothes each day, even when we’re travelling around and staying in hostels.So, here it is, your guide to proper hostel etiquette when it comes to changing your clothes.
The 10 Best Breakfast Spots in Boquete, Panama
I have been living in the Chiriqui province just outside of Boquete for several months now, and have been fortunate enough to have had the chance to sample many of the restaurants in Boquete. One major thing that impressed me about this town’s food was the breakfast. Here are the 10 best breakfast spots in Boquete, Panama.
Traveller’s Guide: Boquete to Bocas del Toro
If you’re planning to take a trip to Panama, Boquete and Bocas del Toro are must-visit destinations, and they’re only a few hours away from each other! However, travelling between the two destinations can be slightly difficult if you aren’t familiar with the territory and don’t speak Spanish. So, here is your traveller’s guide for getting from Boquete to Bocas del Toro, or from Bocas del Toro to Boquete.
How to Spot a Quetzal in Panama
Many travellers who come through Panama make it a point to try to spot a quetzal before leaving the country, and ornithologists and birdwatchers come from all over the world with the hopes of spotting this rare bird. So how can you succeed where so many others have failed? How can you come away from your travels in Panama with a stunning photograph of a resplendent quetzal?
Things to Watch Out For in Panama
Panama is a wonderful travel destination for backpackers, digital nomads, and family vacations alike. It is a beautiful country filled with luscious natural landscapes, rich culture and kindhearted local people who are eager to interact with and assist tourists. From my own experience travelling in Panama, I can tell you that I have felt safe and welcome at almost all times. However, there are several things to watch out for when travelling in Panama.
The Seven Churches of Casco Viejo
How to Brew Geisha Coffee
If you plan on travelling through Panama, an absolute must is to try the world-famous Geisha coffee of the Boquete Highlands. Geisha coffee is a variety of coffee bean that was originally cultivated by farmers from North America and Europe who discovered that certain climates of Costa Rica and Panama offered the perfect conditions for growing coffee.
Hostel Etiquette: Alarms
Any experienced backpacker knows why this article is necessary. Picture this: you got into your hostel late the previous night after a long flight or bus ride and all you want to do is get a good night sleep but that one person in your dorm room who set their alarm for 6 a.m. isn't waking up. After 10 minutes of constant beeping, everyone in the dorm is awake and annoyed except for the person who set the alarm, who’s sleeping like a baby.