Returned from 10 days in Panama.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the action. $58/night.
Scene:
Quieter but worthwhile. Fair pricing.
Highlights:
Great provider on day 3.
Overall: 8.5/10 - One of my favourites.
Happy to answer questions.
Panama — trip report March 2026
Started by NorthernLights · 13 Mar 2026 · 1916 views
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13 Mar 2026 at 03:40
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13 Mar 2026 at 08:58
Quick question — how was the wifi?
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15 Mar 2026 at 00:54
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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15 Mar 2026 at 17:11
This matches my experience. Panama is one of my favorites.
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16 Mar 2026 at 19:15
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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16 Mar 2026 at 23:42
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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17 Mar 2026 at 09:03
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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19 Mar 2026 at 06:11
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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20 Mar 2026 at 12:06
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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21 Mar 2026 at 06:58
Did you use an agency or find girls at online?
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22 Mar 2026 at 20:11
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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23 Mar 2026 at 11:58
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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24 Mar 2026 at 06:09
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 09:27
How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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25 Mar 2026 at 11:55
How does it compare to the Philippines?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:34
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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