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Soberania National Park: the jungle that powers the Canal

Rain forest taking over the margins of the Chagres river at Soberania National Park, Panama

We set out to Soberania National Park, a patch of rain forest that constitutes the foundation of the Panama Canal’s functioning.

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The pantalón conundrum at Casco Antiguo

storm rolling in on skyscrapers at a distance
Panama City as viewed from Paseo Esteban Huertas at Casco Antiguo

The effects of unregulated mass tourism industry at Panama City’s Casco Antiguo. How can travelers help maintain authenticity on visited places?

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First impressions of Panama

Mojitos by the pool in a hotel rooftop in Panama City at sunset
Panama City rooftop poolside Mojitos at sunset

An overview of our first couple of hours in the country, and of the thoughts that went through our minds while we gaze at Panama City’s skyline at sunset.