Panama is the Hub of The Americas with (7) Direct Flights from the US (Miami, Orlando, Atlanta, Newark, New York-JFK, Houston & Los Angeles). Also with direct flights from all the Caribbean, Central & South American Countries and from Madrid, Spain.

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Panama's population is approximately 3 million with about half of that population living in and around Panama City.

It is very difficult to get a "job" anywhere in Central America. Also, wages are much lower than North America. In Panama you can get a work visa if you work for a company that cannot find a Panamanian who can do the same work. This is in law to protect their citizens' work possibilities. The company and you would have to demonstrate your expertise and that there is no Panamanian that can do this work.

There are direct flights to Panama from 7 US cities: New York (www.copaair.com), Newark (www.continental.com), Miami (www.aa.com and Copa), Los Angeles (Copa), Houston (Continental), Atlanta (www.delta.com) and Orlando (Copa). Copa, a partner with Continental Airlines is Panama's international airline company. Duration of flight from US cities range 3-5 hours. Other airlines serving Panama: www.avianca.com , www.cubana.cu , www.iberia.com , www.labairlines.com , www.taca.com , www.mexicana.

Panama was recently reported by Pinkerton Intelligence Agency to be one of the safest countries anywhere in the world. There is very little violent crime. Of course, as in any city in the US or Europe, there are certain neighborhoods to be avoided and you should take sensible precautions. Don't go out late at night, alone, into areas you don't know. Don't flash a lot of cash or wear obvious jewelry. Don't leave your laptop or camera unattended, etc. Use common sense.

The tourism industry in Panama is just developing and so prices are low and some of the most inexpensive anywhere.

Panama has one of the most recognized and respected banking systems in the region, with over 80 international banks providing multiple services, and the use of the US Dollar makes transactions convenient and simple as there are no currency exchange problems or devaluation fears to deal with.

Panama's ecosystem is very diverse, and a large number of plant, animal and bird species can be found. In fact, Panama is home to over 900 species of birds, making it a bird watcher's paradise, and there are numerous mammals, amphibians, reptiles and marine life to be found, not to mention its rainforests, that will be the delight for all nature lovers.

Panama City with its Manhattan-like skyline, the buildings, stores, shopping malls and many neighborhoods, wide paved roads, traffic signals, great highway systems will make you feel comfortable and make you feel as if you have never left home. You can get high speed internet just about anywhere in Panama. Rural areas as well have roads in good conditions, full electrical, water and telephone services, no matter how remote you decide to go your satellite TV and utility services will go with you.

For guests in Panama, we have a hot line. The "Welcome in Panama" package offers you airport pickup and arrange it all for you in the country. The "Panama City tour package" offers you a guided visit of Panama and the Canal Locks.

The U.S. dollar. In Panama the dollar is called a "Balboa". Coins are in the same denominations as in the United States. The easiest way to handle cash in Panama is by using ATMs. There are two ATMs in Bocas del Toro. All mail is be picked up at the Bocas Post Office. A letter will require $ .65 to 1.00 in postage from the U.S., larger items such as greeting cards will require more. It takes two to three weeks for a letter from the U.S.

This is left up to you; however, if you request it, we will book your flights for a small additional fee.

Easy answer! Because we are service driven. Our goal is to facilitate your trip into an experience you will never forget. Also, we have the local knowledge to immerse you into this great country and culture so you don’t feel like the average gringo tourist. No problem! We do have packages for this situation and there are plenty of things to do (rent bikes, yoga classes, kayak