{"id":30344,"date":"2026-05-03T08:45:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T13:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/casafofo.com\/?p=30344"},"modified":"2026-05-01T10:31:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T15:31:35","slug":"panama-10-essential-things-to-know-before-you-leave","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/casafofo.com\/en\/panama-10-essential-things-to-know-before-you-leave\/","title":{"rendered":"Panama: 10 essential things to know before you leave"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Panama: 10 essential things to know before you leave<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"634\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=1024%2C634&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30339\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.615160528655975;width:420px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=1024%2C634&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=300%2C186&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=768%2C476&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=1080%2C669&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=980%2C607&amp;ssl=1 980w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?resize=480%2C297&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/casafofo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Avant-de-partir.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you planning a trip to Panama?<br\/>Or are you simply curious about this little-known country?<br\/><br\/>Here are <strong>10 essential things you need to know<\/strong> before coming&#8230; based on our experience on the ground:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcb5 1. currency <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The currency used in Panama is the <strong>US dollar (USD)<\/strong>.\ud83d\udc49 Very practical:<strong><br\/>* <\/strong><strong>no <\/strong>complicated conversions<strong><br\/>* stable <\/strong><strong>currency <\/strong><strong><br\/><\/strong>*<strong>ideal <\/strong>for international travelers<br\/>\ud83d\udc49 Special feature: there are also local coins called <em>balboas<\/em>, but they have exactly the same value as 1 USD.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f 2. Language <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The official language is <strong>Spanish<\/strong>.\ud83d\udc49 English is fairly common in:<strong><br\/>* tourist areas <\/strong><strong><br\/>* hotels <\/strong><strong><br\/>* <\/strong><strong>some <\/strong>shops<br\/><br\/>But in everyday life&#8230;<br\/>\ud83d\udc49 knowing a few words of Spanish makes all the difference (and opens a lot of doors).<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcb8 3. Tips <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">* Restaurants: <strong>10%<\/strong> minimum, or even 15% or 20% if you&#8217;re very happy.<br\/>* Taxis: not compulsory, but rounding up is appreciated<br\/>* Guides \/ drivers: a few dollars if you liked the service<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 Nothing excessive, but it&#8217;s common practice.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 4. Cost of living <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Panama is a country where the cost of living <strong>varies greatly<\/strong>.<br\/>* \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Local meal: between <strong>4 and 8 USD<\/strong><br\/>* \ud83c\udf74 International restaurant: more expensive<br\/>* \ud83d\ude96 Transport: generally affordable<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 You can live simply&#8230; or very comfortably, depending on your style.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udd10 5. Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, Panama is <strong>a safe country for travelers<\/strong>.<br\/>\ud83d\udc49 But as everywhere:<br\/>* avoid certain neighborhoods (El Chorrillo, Curund\u00fa, Col\u00f3n)<br\/>* remain vigilant in tourist areas<br\/>* favor Uber at night<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 On the Pacific coast, especially towards San Carlos, the atmosphere is calm and safe.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\ude97 6. Transport <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">* \ud83d\ude96 Uber: available in major cities and very convenient<br\/>* \ud83d\ude8c Local buses: very cheap, but sometimes difficult to understand<br\/>* \ud83d\ude86 Panama Canal Railway train: unique experience<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 To explore freely (beaches, mountains&#8230;), renting a car is often the best option.<br\/>\ud83d\udca1 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip<\/span>: use <strong>Waze<\/strong> rather than Google Maps.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcf6 7. Telecommunications <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">* \ud83d\udcf1 Easy-to-buy prepaid SIM cards (Claro, Tigo, MasMovil)<br\/>* \ud83d\udcb0 Around <strong>5 to 10 USD per week<\/strong><br\/>* \ud83d\udce1 Wi-Fi available almost everywhere<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 Staying connected in Panama is simple and affordable.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf26\ufe0f 8. Climate <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Panama enjoys a <strong>tropical climate all year round<\/strong>.<br\/>* \u2600\ufe0f Dry season: December to April<br\/>* \ud83c\udf27\ufe0f Rainy season: May to November<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 Contrary to popular belief, in Arco Seco it doesn&#8217;t rain all day &#8211; often it&#8217;s showers at the end of the day and that&#8217;s rather pleasant.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br\/><strong>\ud83c\udfe5 9. Health <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">* \ud83d\udca7 Tap water is safe to drink in most of the country<br\/>* \ud83d\udc89 Check vaccinations depending on the area visited (e.g. Dari\u00e9n)<br\/>* \u2600\ufe0f Sunscreen and mosquito repellent essential<br\/><br\/>\ud83d\udc49 Private clinics generally offer a very high standard of care.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udd0c 10. Electricity <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>* <\/strong>American plugs (type A and B)<strong><br\/>* <\/strong><strong>Voltage <\/strong>: <strong>110V<br\/><br\/><\/strong>\ud83d\udc49 If you&#8217;re coming from Europe, remember to bring an adapter.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf34 A little bonus: living or staying in Panama<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What many discover once they&#8217;re there&#8230;<br\/>\ud83d\udc49 It&#8217;s not just a destination<br\/>\ud83d\udc49 It&#8217;s a <strong>way of life<\/strong><br\/><br\/>Between nature, climate, a gentler pace and accessibility,<br\/>Panama is attracting more and more:<br\/>* travelers<br\/>* digital nomads<br\/>* expatriates<br\/><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udc9b What if it was your turn?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maybe you&#8217;re planning a trip&#8230;<br\/>Or maybe you&#8217;re dreaming about something else.<br\/>In any case, this information will help you understand Panama better.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 And if you&#8217;re looking for somewhere quiet, close to nature, on the Pacific coast&#8230;<br\/>San Carlos is a region to discover. And why not stay at Casa Fofo! <br\/><br\/>\u2728 (And between us&#8230; that&#8217;s exactly why we chose to live there.)<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So&#8230; how far along are you in your travel preparations?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Panama: 10 essential things to know before you leave Are you planning a trip to Panama?Or are you simply curious about this little-known country? 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