Panama

Panama is a compact Central American destination where Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, tropical rainforests and a modern capital sit close together. Its defining landmark, the Panama Canal, connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and remains central to the country's identity, economy and international appeal.

Panama City is the country's main gateway, known for its skyline, the historic Casco Viejo district and the canal's Miraflores Locks. Other notable destinations include Colón and the nearby Caribbean coast, David as a regional hub in the west, the mountain town of Boquete, and the island groups of Bocas del Toro and San Blas in Guna Yala.

Beyond the capital, Panama offers beaches along both oceans, cloud forests, highlands around Volcán Barú and extensive national parks with rich tropical wildlife. Historic architecture, indigenous cultures, regional cuisine and a blend of Spanish, Caribbean and international influences shape the country's visitor experience.

Panama is also an important regional business and logistics centre, with the canal, its banking sector, the Colón Free Trade Zone and a growing meetings and events industry attracting international travel throughout the year.

A network of airports, highways and domestic flights makes it relatively straightforward to travel between Panama City, Tocumen International Airport, coastal areas and highland towns, supporting convenient journeys between airports, hotels, business districts, event venues and tourist destinations.