On this page you will find our estimated cost of travel in Panama. Check out our suggested shoestring and more comfortable backpacking budgets for a country which acts as a linking piece between South and Central America. We also have info on the local currency plus typical prices for visitors. Panama Cost of Travel in […]
Central America Backpacking Route
Backpacking Central America using the itinerary outlined below will see you pack in six countries, Mayan ruins, fiery volcanoes, stunning lakes, colonial-era towns and chilled out Caribbean beaches while trying to avoid the often unpleasant capital cities in the region (Panama City is an exception). Starting in Cancun thanks to its good flight links, you’ll […]
Central America Backpacking Budget – How much money do you need?
Central America is one of the most affordable parts of the world to travel in. Almost every country offers good value but there are subtle differences in prices as you cross borders. Below, we’ll take a look at the estimated cost of travel in Central America. There are suggested daily budgets for each country and […]
Panama Backpacking Route
Panama acts as the small linking piece between two vast continents. Best known internationally for its famous canal which dissects the two Americas, Panama is also a diverse country home to thick jungles, tropical islands, Caribbean beaches, modern cities and sleepy old towns. Its relatively small size also helps make it perfect for an adventure […]
When to Go to Central America – Best and Worst Times to Visit
Central America’s popularity amongst travellers has grown during the 21st Century. Backpackers from around the world travel the length of what is a relatively small region while Costa Rica and Panama in particular have gained popularity amongst North American visitors on shorter trips. Below, we’ll look at the climate in various destinations and assess the […]
Crossing the dangerous Darién Gap between Colombia and Panama
Travellers looking to get between South America and Central America have long faced a difficult dilemma. While the continents are connected by land, a tiny region called the Darién Gap linking Colombia and Panama makes the task of getting between two bordering continents surprisingly challenging. In this post, we’ll look at what the Darién Gap […]
