Category Archives: Panama

Weekly Photo Challenge: Twist

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Twist This week, share a photo of something that says “twist” to you. It might be that perfect ice cream cone, a yummy bit of liquorice, or something unexpected that surprised, shocked, or startled you. I didn’t have … Continue reading →

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Javier, the Rambala Caretaker and Nature Guide

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

We visited the Rambala Jungle Lodge last December just before Mother’s Day. At that visit Javier helped us get our things to our cabanas and then took off so I didn’t see much of him. He and a couple friends … Continue reading →

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Hiking at Rambala

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

One morning a small group of us set off for a hike in the jungle, led by the caretaker and hiking guide Javier. He has made a path up behind the main grounds of the Rambala Jungle Lodge that leads … Continue reading →

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Last Stop, Rambala

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Our last stop in our travels was the Rambala Jungle Lodge. We had been here before so I knew what it was like, and I was really looking forward to going there again. Jungle Lodge doesn’t fully explain what this … Continue reading →

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Walking around Bocas Town

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Bocas del Toro is a province on the Caribbean side of Panama but when someone says “Bocas” what comes to mind is usually is the Bocas del Toro district and the islands. It’s a beautiful area with clear, warm, turquoise … Continue reading →

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Bocas, the Other Side of the Island

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

On our first full day in Bocas, we rented bikes and had a great time. The second day we decided to get back on the bikes and try to see a bit of the other side of the island. Who … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Work of Art

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Work of Art  This week, share a photo of something that’s art to you. It could be some actual “art,” like a painting by your grandmother or the misshapen but perfect clay sculpture your child brought home from … Continue reading →

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Panama City, Casco Viejo

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

On our recent trip to Panama City with my friend Holly, we had the pleasure of staying with Emma which was great because not only is she great company, she knows the interesting things to see in the city. I … Continue reading →

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Sometimes you’ve got it, and sometimes you don’t

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Once in a while I just don’t have it and I don’t feel like writing. We just returned from a number of adventures and I have stories and photos piled up, and I have other ideas rattling around in my … Continue reading →

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Biking in Bocas

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

There is a bike rental shop down the street – $1/hr or $7/day. Since we love biking, this sounded like an excellent idea. We did not know what a great adventure it would turn out to be! We headed out … Continue reading →

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