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Awesome Bocas del Toro Getaway

27 Jun

Caribbean Jungle and Beach Gem-La Coralina: A Charming and Eclectic Family Vacation

Hotel La Coralina Bocas del Toro

Dary, Daria, Lisa and Alia enjoy breakfast at La Coralina

Our last trip to Bocas was a huge hit because of a fun find for us: Hotel La Coralina. This is such a total gem! We have been to Bocas so many times that we no longer stay in Bocas Town (plenty of nightlife, rowdy) but seek out interesting boutique alternatives. We had, however, been in a rut of staying at a nearby resort with a great pool and private beach, overlooking the lack of rustic appeal and the “off the beaten track” vibe we normally seek, for the convenience of maximum pool time for our girls. All I can say is thank you, Stacey, (owner of La Coralina) for creating a wonderful, vibrant place for a family adventure that is far from ordinary. Read the rest of this entry »

 

Bocas del Toro, Panama Vacation

02 Mar

Archipelago of Natural Wonders

by Lisa Khajavi

One of the many advantages of Costa Rica being a small country is the ability to visit Nicaragua and Panama very easily. One of my favorite getaways is to Bocas del Toro, Panama. It is a beautiful, one hour flight from San Jose during which you see many sights; including the recently awakened Turrialba Volcano, coffee plantations, pineapple fields, mangroves and many stunning features. Not long after passing the winding waterways of the border town of Changuinola, you will descend into the town of Bocas del Toro with its cheerfully painted Caribbean-style structures perched on the water. This mellow town is on the island of Colon, which is part of a stunning archipelago made up of 9 islands, 52 keys and some 200 tiny islets. Welcome to Bocas del Toro! Read the rest of this entry »