Panama City Journals

Quote: There is a wealth of history surrounding Panama City with its many skyscrapers and shopping malls. Panama Viejo, founded in 1519, was the original city and after it was destroyed, gave way to Casco Viejo in 1673. However, the Panama Canal draws more tourists than both of these combined.

Quote: "Panama, why Panama, all they have is a canal?" Our response, "Ah, that is exactly why we are going to Panama, because we know that most people won't be there." And just a secret between us, there is so much more to Panama than just a Canal.

Quote: This specific Pacific feigns and forges the New World's gold coast. En'gulf'ed by flagrant glare, misfortune conceals a fortune of telltale treasures worthy of exposure.

Quote: Beyond the ruins and historic city, a mixed bag of other spectacles languish as tourism afterthoughts. What I found is likely what you'll get!

Quote: The skyline suggests modern metropolis, but don't let that fool you! Here's some survival basics before even considering the sites and attractions.

Quote: Flying into Panama City? My friend Donna and I spent only the first and last night here during our two-week journey exploring Panama's surrounding rainforest, mountains, and Kuna Yala islands. Yet we managed to find some gems worth sharing, even in this (too) brief stay.

Quote: I came to Panama to ride the world’s first transcontinental railroad. I left with photos of Spain’s first Pacific-coast colony, 16th-Century churches and 21st-Century skyscrapers, and a new appreciation for the engineering genious behind the Panama Canal. Here’s a photo-journalist’s report.

Quote: Five days spent in the Panama City region can provide a wonderful sense of Panama's diversity, from birds to beaches and culture to cuisine.

Quote: Had a great time in Gamboa Rainforest. I am going back in September 2007 for another week. Also, stayed one week in Colon, Panama, in September 2006.

Quote: In Panama City, Panama, you will see beautiful unplanned landscapes and animals. From the moment you land in the airport, you will know that you are definitely "not in Kansas anymore". The beautiful country is a great place to vacation for both the leisurely traveler and the active one.