Top 10 Tips for Having a Good Flight

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The days of flying the glamorous skies seem to be gone forever. The seats are smaller, the leg room is more cramped and the airlines are charging extra for everything from luggage to snacks. But that doesn't necessarily mean we have to resign ourselves to merely enduring air trave

l. In fact, there are plenty of ways to improve the experience of travel, despite federal safety regulations and snoring seatmates.

10: Bring a Sleep Kit

9: Keep Your Carry-on Small and Light

8: Check Your Carry-on at the Gate

7: Check Recent Regulations Before you Leave

6: Pay for In-flight WiFi

5: Drink Water

4: Bring Hand Sanitizer

3: Bring Healthy Snacks

 

2: Bring a Portable DVD Player

1: Get in Your Seat and Power Down

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If you are looking for a great night spot then you might want to try Zona Viva. It is located in Panama, Panama City's Amador Causeway.

You can rock the night away jumping from one bar and dance club to the next.

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Panama's Panama City is a City In Incredible Growth

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Panama's Panama City must be the world's fastest growing city.

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A day in Panama’s Mountainous Backyard

Posted on 14 May 2010
Tags: day trips, Valle de Anton

El Valle de Anton is my favorite place in ll of Panama. At just two hours outside Panama City, it makes a great weekend getaway: Forget skyscrapers and sweltering temperatures; here, it’s all year-round spring-like weather, breathtaking natural beauty and quaint B&Bs, making el Valle one of Panama’s most relaxing and picturesque destinations.

If you don’t have a car, take a bus to el Valle from the Albrook bus station. You’ll pay $7 roundtrip for the two hour drive, which will drop you off right in town. If you need a cab to get to your hotel, head to the ATP (Panamanian Tourism Authority) kiosk right by the artisan market – the attendant can call a cab for you. There are half a dozen fantastic B&Bs in el Valle: My personal favorite is the Park Eden Bed and Breakfast, which I consider one of Panama’s top B&Bs. Each guestroom is individually and tastefully decorated and owners Monica and Cesar are warm and friendly – not to mention the fantastic breakfast, served on an outdoor patio with dazzling views of the surrounding mountains. Other great choices are the Golden Frog Inn, owned by Americans Becky and Larry, with possibly the best views of el Valle. El Valle is known as one of Panama’s top bird-watching spots, and birdwatchers will definitely want to stay at the Canopy Lodge right outside town, owned and run by fellow birder Raul Arias. The lodge is simple but thoughtfully designed, with knowledgeable guides offering daily hikes. Meals are taken at a long rectangular table, promoting friendliness among guests. If it’s upscale elegance you’re after, Los Mandarinos is your best choice. This Tuscan-style hotel has its own spa and pool, and rooms are elegtant. There’s a Irish pub on site.

So now that you’ve got your lodging under control, where to eat? El Valle is small, but there’s a decent variety of dining options to choose from. The long-time favorite is Casa de Lourdes on Los Mandarinos. For years, la Casa de Lourdes has been regarded as one of Panama’s top restaurants. Another up and coming favorite is Cumana, run by a German and Panamanian couple out of their house. You pay $25 for an appetizer, main course and desert. The menu changes once a month and opens Thurs-Sun at 7pm. It’s only been a year or so since Cumana started serving dinner, but the place is quickly becoming one of the best places to get dinner in el Valle. There is often live music. Vegetarians will want to head to Bambusillo, and there are plenty of affordable dining options in town.

What to do? If you want to do more than just relax on your hammock, I think there’s no better option than relaxing on a massage table. El Valle has three spas: Your most upscale option is the spa at Los Mandarinos, followed by the Crater Valley Spa and Yoguini’s Spa. All cost about the same, but Yoguini’s Spa massages tend to last a little longer. Once all the kinks have been worked out of your back, head to Las Aguas Termales just outside of town. As far as thermal springs go they aren’t particularly impressive, but the mud here is thought to have healing properties and a the very least, you’ll be left with soft skin. Finally, if you’ve come to el Valle you may want to go hiking. Unless you’re an experienced hiker, I recommend hiring a guide for the day who can take you to La Piedra Pintada with its interesting writings or La India Dormida. You’ll find attractive waterfalls and picturesque scenery on both hikes, and a guide can help point out different wildlife and plants. Whatever hotel you choose to stay at should be able to recommend a guide.

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A Perfect Day in Panama City

Posted on 05 May 2010

When it comes to Panama City, there seem to be two schools of thought: You love it or hate it. I lived in Panama City for over a year, and I tend to go back and forth between the two. As I mentioned in previous entry, Panama City channels a Miami vibe and is saturated with high-end restaurants, casinos, spas, ritzy hotels and of course, plenty of strip clubs, dance clubs and bars. A perfect adult playground, as long as you can stand the heat. But even city-haters just passing through before heading to quieter sometimes have no choice but to stay a night in the Panama City. I’ve already talked about what Panama City offers those looking for a little adult fun, but what about those of us who prefer a good cup of coffee to a bottle of Abuelo rum? Not to fear, I’ve outline my perfect day in Panama City:

Head to Casco Viejo, Panama’s attractive historic district, where you’ll find plenty of Spanish colonial buildings, handsome churches and fancy restaurants. I recommend heading here in the early morning to avoid the mid-day Panama City heat and humidity. Skip the museums and just stroll around a bit (unless you’re skipping the Panama Canal, in which case I recommend visiting the Casco Viejo Canal Museum), admiring the restored (and sometimes still dilapidated) architecture. Around Las Bovedas, admire Kuna molas and handicrafts and take in the fantastic Panama skyline view. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, be sure to head to Granclement (Avenida Central between Calle 3 and Calle 4), serving up some of the city’s best ice cream. If you’re looking for something a bit heartier, head to one of Casco’s many fine restaurants. I recommend Manolo Caracol for culinary adventurers (www.manolocaracol.net), S’cena (www.scenaplatea.com) for those who prefer high-end elegance and international fare and Deli Gourmet (www.granddeligourmet.com) for those just looking for a good sandwich or salad.

If you’re tired out from your hard day of strolling, souvenir shopping and dining, head back to your hotel for an afternoon siesta or head to one of Panama’s City’s excellent spas for a few hours of pampering and relaxation. As I am not much of spa person myself, I consulted with my friend Jennifer Crissman, a Panama-city based expat who gave me the following advice on top Panama City spas:

Alta Vita (http://altavitaspa.com/about.htm): mostly organic many services. Located in San Francisco.

Mosaico: Super lovely, highly recommended but kinda pricey. Located in Multiplaza Mall.

Intercontinental: Nicest hotel spa.

Radisson: Fanciest hotel spa.

Veneto: Best-priced hotel spa.

Since you’re feeling reenergized now, head hail a cab and go to the Amador Causeway, Panama’s manmade boardwalk and one of the city’s quietest and most attractive areas. Watch the sunset over the Pacific and enjoy the evening breeze. For dinner, head to Mi Ranchito, a popular, long-time favorite with affordable dishes, a good view of the Panama City skyline and nice breeze. You can’t miss the restaurant — it got a thatched roof and is the only place on the Causeway that’s always full.  You may have to wait a while, but I recommend sitting under one of the thatched-roof bohios on the restaurant’s patio for the best view of the city. At Mi Ranchito, you can choose from a variety of tasty Panamanian fare, such as ceviche de camarones, pescado al ajillo and pulpo a la plancha (shrimp ceviche, garlic fish, grilled octopus). If you’re still not tired out, head to The Wine Bar for an after dinner merlot or cocktail before heading back to your hotel for the night.

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Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (Spanish: República de Panamá; pronounced [re?pu?lika ðe pana?ma]), is the southernmost country of both Central America and, in turn, North America. Situated on the isthmus connecting North and South America, it is bordered by Costa Rica to the northwest, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The capital is Panama City. To get a Panama tour, panama travel, panama vacation please visitpanama.com for official government information about Panama.

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Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (Spanish: República de Panamá; pronounced [re?pu?lika ðe pana?ma]), is the southernmost country of both Central America and, in turn, North America. Situated on the isthmus connecting North and South America, it is bordered by Costa Rica to the northwest, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The capital is Panama City. To get a Panama tour, panama travel, panama vacation please visitpanama.com for official government information about Panama.

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Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (Spanish: República de Panamá; pronounced [re?pu?lika ðe pana?ma]), is the southernmost country of both Central America and, in turn, North America. Situated on the isthmus connecting North and South America, it is bordered by Costa Rica to the northwest, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The capital is Panama City. To get a Panama tour, panama travel, panama vacation please visitpanama.com for official government information about Panama.

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Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (Spanish: República de Panamá; pronounced [re?pu?lika ðe pana?ma]), is the southernmost country of both Central America and, in turn, North America. Situated on the isthmus connecting North and South America, it is bordered by Costa Rica to the northwest, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The capital is Panama City. To get a Panama tour, panama travel, panama vacation please visitpanama.com for official government information about Panama.

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Due to its geographic spot on the globe, Panama maintains strategic importance. It has been important for all the nations it's belonged to throughout its history. Its shapely silhouette is just 80 miles long and its thinnest areas make it ideal for connecting two oceans. This drew Spain's attention way back in the sixteenth century. Consequently, Spain made the land into a crossroads of the seas and a necessary commercial center for its empire.

Spain moved its riches in ships to the port of Portobelo in the area of Colon. From there, donkeys and canoes conveyed the goods across the isthmus to Panama City for distribution to all of its colonies in America.

The constant transports of great wealth quickly became noticed by English pirates and mercenaries like Francis Drake, who hit Portobelo in 1596, and Henry Morgan, who set fire to the first City of Panama in 1671. The city was then moved to the Casco Antiguo in what is currently the nation's capital. This turned the new city into the focal point for the growth of the young republic.

Moved by the independence of its bordering nations, Panama declared its own independence from Spain in November of 1821. The choice came as no shock in view of the fact that contact with Spain had fallen apart long earlier. Nevertheless, the independence process was so smooth that it was celebrated by Simon Bolivar, South America's freedom fighter.

Following its separation from Spain, Panama, voluntarily united with the Great Colombia, Bolivar´s dream. Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador and Panama made up his newfound country.

Initially, this notable union significantly helped Panama. It gave way to a different image of Latin American leaders that promoted unlimited regional development. This era in history also marked a milestone globally as the United States received the go-ahead to build the first intercontinental railroad.

However, the Panamanians' desire to become a liberated and self-governing nation, aided by the United States, carried Panama to complete the separation from Colombia by November 3, 1903.

The American development and finishing of the Panama Canal started in 1904. It was considered the eighth wonder of the world. The French were the earliest to undertake in this massive endeavor, but the climate, tropical illnesses plus poor management kept them from completing the charge. The Americans observed the failed endeavor and were determined to pick things up again. Upon its completion, Panama was forever altered. The country was once again a global channel and a cradle of affluence and an advancing financial culture.

In the present day, Panama is one of the most developed countries in Central America. It has one of the most established economies and the most rapid tourism growth in the Americas. It enjoys a fresh, new and healthy democracy. It is regarded as a safe, nonviolent and affluent nation.

At this time, Panama oversees the canal, which is experiencing an expansion. This is a nation constantly advancing, highlighting an international banking base, profitable law firms, insurance agencies, call centers, upscale malls, as well as wonderful cultural diversity, desirable ecological wealth and an active tourism industry.