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Panama Travel Information
The Republic of Panama
(Spanish: República de Panamá) is a country in central America.
It shares land borders with
Colombia
and Costa Rica,
as well as having coasts on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.
It is famous, of course for containing the Panama Canal, a key artery
of international maritime trade, which connects the Pacific to the
Caribbean Sea.
As of 2010,
the population of Panama was estimated to be 3,186,162.
The capital and largest city. Panama City, as of
2000,
had a population of 813,097 in the city, and 1,206,792 in the combined city and metropolitan area.
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By Carolyn McCarthy
LONELY PLANET Paperback (328 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Nobody knows Panama like Lonely Planet. Our 5th edition will take you to the hottest nightlife of Panama City, through the wilderness of the Darién, to the palm-fringed beaches of Bocas del Toro and high up to the cloud forests of Boquete.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
In This Guide:
Tailored itineraries help you get the most out of your Panama trip Color highlights chapter showcases the top sights and activities Unique Green Index makes eco-friendly travel easy
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By Fodor's
Fodor's Released: 2010-03-30 Paperback (368 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Discover the adventure of Panama
Fodor's choice ratings you can trust. Exceptional restaurants, hotels, and sights selected to help you make the best choices.
Simple pleasures. Embrace the local scene as you fall in love with the charming capital city, explore white-sand beaches, and discover the history-rich Panama Canal.
Boundless activities. Find choices for every traveler, from relaxing at plush resorts to sampling ecotours and thrilling outdoor adventures.
Local Experts Fodor's worldwide team of 700 writers reveal their favorite haunts to enrich your travel experience.
Freshest Facts You won't find a more up-to-date guide to the region. Our writers seek out hot spots while verifying that listings meet our high standards.
Travelers Like You Get candid advice from fellow travelers at Fodors.com, and read their “Word of Mouth” tips throughout this book.
“Fodor's has emerged…as our fave guidebook series for insider tips about things you actually want to know…” -Miami Herald
“Hipped up…plus advice on a broader range of attractions, from classic to quirky.”-Outside Magazine |
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By William Friar
Avalon Travel Publishing Paperback (604 pages)
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Writer and Panama native William Friar offers his unique perspective on this up-and-coming destination, from lounging in the Caribbean islands of Bocas del Toro to hiking the highlands of Boquete and exploring Panama City. Friar uses his local knowledge to craft unique trip strategies, such as The 14-day Outdoor Adventure and Six Days for History Buffs. Complete with details for navigating jungle trails, finding cheap taxis and underground bars, and planning a river expedition, Moon Panama gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. |
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By Jisel Perilla
Frommers Paperback (352 pages)
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Get wet in the Chiriquí Viejo River, known for its challenging rapids and exuberant scenery. See chapter 9. Detailed maps throughout Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas Insider tips from local expert authors |
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By Christopher Baker
National Geographic Released: 2011-02-15 Paperback (272 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: The relaunched National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the growing trend toward experiential travel, providing more insider tips and expert advice for a more authentic, cultural experience of each destination. These books serve discerning, curious travelers and supply information and interpretation not available on the Internet.
In response to the interests of today's traveler, the acclaimed National Geographic Traveler series includes exciting new editorial features, a contemporary redesign, and inviting new covers. |
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By William Friar
Avalon Travel Publishing Paperback (125 pages)
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Moon Spotlight Panama City & the Panama Canal is a 125-page compact guide covering Panama City, the Panama Canal, and central Isthmus. Moon Panama author William Friar offers his firsthand advice on what sights are must-sees, and sightseeing highlights maps make planning your time easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation. Helpful maps guide travelers through this destination.
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By Sara Humphreys
Rough Guides Paperback (388 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: "The Rough Guide to Panama" is the essential travel guide to this unforgettable country, taking you from the primeval rainforests of the Darien to Panama City's hippest bars, via the world's grandest canal, deserted white-sand beaches and vibrant indigenous communities. The guide offers practical information on transport - including travelling by dugout in the jungle and island-hopping in Kuna Yala - and detailed, lively reviews of accommodation and restaurants to suit all budgets. With comprehensive research, accompanied by stunning photographs, "The Rough Guide to Panama" has a key focus on the country's fascinating and wildlife-rich national parks, with a park-by-park breakdown of their various attractions and a full-colour section to help you identify the astonishing variety of fauna. The guide also takes a detailed look at Panama's diverse cultures and their histories, traditions and festivals, with insights into everything from devil dancers in the Azuero Peninsula to coffee-cupping in the highlands of Chiriqui. Informative and inspirational, with dozens of clear, accurate maps, this guide is your essential companion to this vibrant, extraordinarily varied country. Make the most of your holiday with "The Rough Guide to Panama". |
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By Miriam Butterman
Avalon Travel Publishing Paperback (368 pages)
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Writer, editor, and teacher Miriam Butterman left her home in New York to make a new life in Panama—and hasn't looked back. In Moon Living Abroad in Panama, she shares her firsthand advice on making the move easy for all who want to follow in her footsteps. Moon Living Abroad in Panama is packed with essential information and must-have details on setting up daily life, including obtaining visas, arranging finances, gaining employment, choosing schools, and finding health care. This relocation guide also includes practical advice on how to rent or buy a home for a variety of needs and budgets. With extensive color and black and white photos, illustrations, and maps, Moon Living Abroad in Panama will help you find your bearings as you settle into your new home and life abroad. |
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By Christopher Baker
National Geographic Released: 2007-10-16 Paperback (272 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: In Panama, the new Traveler guide takes the visitor beyond the famous canal to the Darien, a biological Eden teeming with wildlife, to the homelands of indigenous cultures that predate the conquistadores to Bocas del Toro, synonymous with a funky lifestyle to the steamy cosmopolitan capital, Panama City.
Each guidebook in this series details how to get around and what not to miss... the most gracious hotels and recommended restaurants... the best spots for festivals, wildlife watching, water sports, and more—all presented with the reliable reporting and magnificent photos and maps that are the hallmarks of National Geographic. |
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By Heloise Crowther
Kuperard Released: 2006-11-14 Paperback (168 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.
Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include
* customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * do's, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communication, spoken and unspoken
"Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." Sunday Times Travel
"... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries." Global Travel
"...full of fascinating-as well as common-sense-tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas." Observer
"...as useful as they are entertaining." Easyjet Magazine
"...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times
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