Panama

With the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea barely separated by a slender stretch of land, Panama has established itself as a refined yet adventurous escape. Visitors often begin in the country’s capital – Panama City – a bustling metropolis that combines modern skyscrapers with centuries-old colonial architecture. The Panama Canal is a key conduit for maritime trade, and those intrigued can witness immense ships passing through its locks. Boquete, a small town in Panama’s Chiriquí Highlands, is known for its coffee plantations, including the renowned Geisha coffee, and offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and exploring cloud forests.

Panama also boasts an abundance of remote pockets replete with wildlife: Bocas del Toro attracts explorers keen on snorkelling, surfing, and immersing themselves in laidback island life. The Pearl Islands show off a mixture of secluded beaches and dense greenery, and Darien National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, contains wild and untamed expanses.

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