Kayaking In Boca Chica Panama

paddler in yellow kayak enjoying the blue water and sky near Boca Chica

Wonderful fun kayaking near Boca Chica, Panama I've always loved the water. I was swimming by age 5, sailing at 9, canoe tripping at 15.  I  got one of the first plastic white water kayaks as an adult. I waited until middle age to buy a sea kayak. I often paddled directly from my summer … Read more

2 Climates In 2 Hours – Panama

Green plants in foreground, then lake, trees, mountain in background

Yes, you can enjoy 2 climates in Panama in less than 2 hours. I tested it! Here’s how it happened. We’ve been living in Puerto Armuelles for over 8 years. We love the beach, so we chose to live in the beach town of Puerto Armuelles. Learn about Puerto Armuelles here. But that doesn’t mean we … Read more

The Fair In David Happens Every March

Cow lying down and man in hammock

March 23, 2013 The fair ends this Sunday night.   You should check it out if you are in the area. The David Fair is a celebration of agriculture. There are many many cows on display. Awards are given for the largest cows and bulls. Cattle is a symbol of wealth here in Panama. With … Read more

Horseback Riding Adventure In Hills Above Puerto Armuelles, Panama

youtube video screen shot of cattle

On Tuesday, a group of us went on a mini-adventure outside of Puerto Armuelles, where we all live. Robin organized the trip. A couple he knows, Annie & Danny, own a finca (farm/ranch) in the hills behind Puerto Armuelles. They live on the ranch some of the year, but live in town during the school … Read more

12 New Years Traditions And Rituals Of Panama

A stuffed effigy against a chain link fence for a new year celebration.

Panama’s New Years rituals and customs are both unique & interesting. Have you done any of these? 1. Eat 12 grapes at midnight As you eat each one, make a wish.  12 wishes for the New Year. They also say that the grapes will predict how your year will be.  For instance, if your 2nd … Read more

Panama Surf: Punta Burica & Isla Burica

3 guys walking with surfboards through the jungle

I just returned from an unexpected and great Panama surf experience. My family and I went to stay at Mono Feliz. Mono Feliz is a wonderful, rustic eco-non-resort. It is located at the very tip of the Punta Burica peninsula, in Panama’s Chiriqui Province. Staying at Mono Feliz is an amazing way to get back … Read more

The Panama Surf Scene in Puerto Armuelles

Man being tubed by small wave

I just got back from a morning surf session. Mid flood-tide, beach break, waist to chest high glassy, offshore breeze. Decent waves for Puerto Armuelles. I was out on my fish, and I had a bunch of fast little rides; a fine way to start the day. Favorite Puerto Armuelles Panama Surf Spot My favorite […]

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