Has anyone been to Panama recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Best hotels near the scene
I was there in 2024 and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Planning to go back next month.
Cheers
Panama vs last year — has it changed?
Started by DetroitDan · 17 Mar 2026 · 904 views
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17 Mar 2026 at 11:11
Been there 8 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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17 Mar 2026 at 15:11
I was there in February and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: go early evening.
My tip: go early evening.
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18 Mar 2026 at 22:11
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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20 Mar 2026 at 18:11
Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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21 Mar 2026 at 07:11
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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23 Mar 2026 at 23:11
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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25 Mar 2026 at 00:11
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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25 Mar 2026 at 19:38
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:38
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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26 Mar 2026 at 17:38
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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27 Mar 2026 at 01:38
I was there in last month and prices were exactly as described. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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27 Mar 2026 at 02:38
Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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27 Mar 2026 at 02:38
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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27 Mar 2026 at 02:38
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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27 Mar 2026 at 04:38
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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27 Mar 2026 at 15:38
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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