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Soberania National Park: the jungle that powers the Canal

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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Turtle Watching at Bluff Beach, Bocas del Toro

Turtle watching was a major goal of our trip to Panama. Luckily, we came across a giant Leatherback nesting on Bluff Beach. Here’s how it all went down.

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Snorkeling excursion at Bocas del Toro

Our snorkeling trip in Bocas del Toro, Panama, ended up costing us more than we expected, as a treasure of our own sank into the Caribbean waters.

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The pantalón conundrum 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

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.