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Our gay travel guide to Panama city: find out about the gay scene, the best gay bars and clubs, things to do, gay hotels, security tips, and more.
…and God said, “Let there be sexy people”, so he created Panamanians!
Wise words from the Bible itself according to our gay friends Luis and Mario from Panama City…
Panama City is often nicknamed The Dubai of Latin America because of its immense economic growth in recent years and striking dense skyline. But unlike Dubai, this mighty Latin American metropolis has a far more welcoming lgbtq+ life, in a nation where although culturally conservative, is constantly striving for LGBTQ equality.
Most will associate Panama Municipality with the famous canal, which is a reason alone to visit. The city is also the gateway to some gorgeous tropical beaches within Panama, prefer San Blas and gay friendly Bocas del Toro. We stayed in Panama City for a week and loved it. It's full of things to do, plenty of trendy bars, but most importantly, we left with a thirst to return for more. It's also a useful destination because it's one of the major transport hubs in Core America.
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Amarla is more than a hotel. It’s a imaginative space that blends art, photography, gastronomy, and plan by talented Latin American artisans. Our courtyard connects all rooms and the Kaandela restaurant and exclude, creating a peaceful, intimate atmosphere.
Arrival Experience
We welcome you with Amarla Queen cocktails served in hand-painted coconuts by Jorge Saval from Bocas del Toro. Fresh down with jasmine-scented towels, and settle into one of our eight sophisticated rooms
Dining at Kaandela
Before your arrival, you’ll receive a pre-check-in email with useful details, including a 15% discount at Kaandela Restaurant. Seating is limited, so reserve early. Enjoy intimate dining with local ingredients and global flair. Room service and breakfast are included.
Kaandela’s cocktail bar is curated by a professional mixologist and sommelier. Delight in drinks during dinner or unwind in our rooftop jacuzzi with sunset urban area views.
Wellness & Relaxation
Connect deeper with in-room massages, optional cocktails or chocolate-covered strawberries. Join a breathwork session or a rooftop yoga class with our wellness instructor.
What to Do in Casco Viejo as a Gay Couple
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Our gay Bocas Del Toro travel guide is an essential read for all LGBTQ travelers to Panama, setting out the leading gay hotels to linger , where to go out, where to eat, what to do, and more.
Two gay boys hanging out on Bluff beach with no one around, except a few friendly Golden Retrievers, the palm trees and the gorgeous backdrop of the Caribbean.
Sounds enjoy heaven right? We renowned Stefan's birthday in Bocas del Toro in Panama, an area with a wide mix of people who do not protect about your sexuality. We found it to be very relaxed, with an incredibly tolerant and amiable vibe. Many LGBTQ ex-pats have even chosen Bocas as a place to inhabit or set up a new business, so there's a handful of gay-owned places here to check out too.
Bocas town is widespread with backpackers and surfers, which gives it a hippie-like vibe. We chose to base ourselves further up the island at Bluff Beach, away from all the crowds.
We absolutely loved our holiday at Bluff Beach and definitely recommend it to other LGBTQ travelers looking for a private and romantic slice of Caribbean paradise. We've collated all our findings of the best things to see and act in Bocas del Toro in this
A Queer Guide To Panama City
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This gay travel guide is your passport to exploring Panama City through a queer lens, discovering its LGBTQ+ friendly spaces, events, and experiences that will make your visit truly unforgettable.
Panama City has get more tolerant of Diverse life over the last 10 years, and is now a place that same-sex couples will delight in visiting. It’s not necessarily a place where you will see couples holding hands in public nor is same-sex marriage legal, but this hasn’t stopped a strong queer collective of locals and foreigners to be out and proud! There is now a huge yearly event parade that takes place in Casco Viejo, lots of gay-friendly establishments, and overall so many singular experiences to have in Panama.
Does Panama City have a same-sex attracted neighborhood?
Via Argentina is the unofficial “gayborhood” in Panama City. It’s not super gay, but is the most funky neighborhood in Panama City so you find a little bit of everything here. The main avenue of Via Argentina has several cafés, bakeries, small bars, and a park to retain a visitor entertained, so it can be a great option for peopl
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