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Explore Panama

Written by Maria Gaulto, Roberto Gonzalez
01/08/2025
Charming colonial architecture in Casco Viejo, Panama City, showcasing colorful facades and historical buildings.
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Year-Round Travel Seasons

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Pacific Coast and Highlands

Top 4 Destinations to Visit in Panama

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1. Casco Viejo (Panama City)

Casco Viejo, also known as Casco Antiguo, offers a journey through Panama City's beautifully preserved colonial past, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One discovers a vibrant district where historic architecture, charming cobblestone streets, and significant cultural sites meet a dynamic modern scene of dining and entertainment.

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2. Boquete

Boquete, Panama, is a mountain town nestled in the Chiriquí Highlands, offering a cool climate, lush cloud forests, and world-renowned coffee. It provides a blend of outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and a tranquil pace of life for its visitors.

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3. El Valle de Antón

El Valle de Antón, nestled within the caldera of an extinct volcano, offers a refreshing mountain escape with a consistently spring-like climate. It is a haven for those seeking outdoor adventures, natural beauty, and a tranquil atmosphere.

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4. Santa Catalina

Santa Catalina, Panama, is a relaxed coastal village renowned as a premier surf destination and the primary gateway to the biodiverse Coiba National Park. Visitors can experience world-class surfing, from beginner-friendly waves to advanced breaks, and explore an abundant underwater world through diving and snorkeling trips.

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Meet Our Panama Experts

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Our Mission

At TFA Travel we believe in travel for all. Our mission is to enable people to explore the world as easily as possible without having to pay a travel agent a huge commission.

Our typical audience are those that want to see something new and get involved with authentic experiences of a country. Whether you are a backpacker, solo traveller, solo female traveller, straight or LGBTQ+ couple, family, you will find local and authentic experiences here.