ADVENTURES IN PANAMA & COSTA RICA

Quepos allows tourists to experience a once in a lifetime nature experience in Manuel Antonio National Park without leaving any of the familiar amenities behind. The close proximity of the park, located just 4.3 miles (7 km) to the south, and a wide array of services makes Quepos the perfect place to visit for those who wish to explore this enchanting area. The amenities available include everything from banks, restaurants, hotels, gift shops, bakeries, bars, a hospital, supermarket and even a post office. The area was once dependent on banana plantations which used to line the surrounding area. After disease infiltrated the harvest, interest transferred to African Palms as the prominent crop. Now, tourism has deemed itself the major economic factor, contributing to just about everything in the area. Quepos lures in many tourists for its fantastic sport fishing. In fact, some have come solely to participate in this world class experience and have never left, but besides sport fishing, many other activities are available. Exploring this maze of wetlands by boat is amazing but not the only way to see crocodiles, monkeys, herons, raccoons and more. This small paradise has the perfect balance between nature and the comfort and facilities someone might need.

Fuerte Amador is a beautiful city located in Panama. It is known for its stunning beaches, amazing weather and friendly people. The city is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Panama Canal, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

Fuerte Amador is a great place to visit if you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the incredible scenery. The city is also home to a number of great restaurants and cafes, which offer a variety of Panamanian and international cuisine.

If you are looking for a place to stay while you are in Fuerte Amador, there are a number of excellent hotels and resorts to choose from. The city is also home to a number of excellent shopping opportunities, as well as a number of great nightlife options.

Overall, Fuerte Amador is an incredible city that offers something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the scenery, or you are looking for a bustling city with a variety of things to do, Fuerte Amador is the perfect destination for you.

The provincial capital of Colón, beside the canal's Atlantic entrance, is named for the Spanish-language surname of Christopher Columbus, though the Americans called it Aspinwall in the 19th century.. The city was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad and named Aspinwall for one of the railway engineers. Following completion in 1855, Colon gained in importance, which was furthered by the plans for an isthmian canal. During the time of the French canal attempt, a fire in 1885 burned the city nearly to the ground and left thousands of people homeless. Colon was rebuilt in the architectural style then popular in France. Buildings from that era plus the ones constructed by Americans between 1904 and 1914 are still in use today, although the majority is on the verge of collapse. In addition to its importance as a port, Colon boasts the world’s second largest duty-free zone, known as Zona Libre, which is contained in a huge fortress like, walled-off area with giant international stores. However, most of the merchandise is sold in bulk to commercial businesses throughout the country.