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Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno

A podcast about travelling in Panama as a resident rather than a visitor, hosted by Javier Moreno. The country is a narrow land bridge between North and South America, its interior steep and rugged, its climate tropical and humid. The Panama Canal links the North Atlantic Ocean with the North Pacific Ocean, and the landscape around it shapes every journey.The show covers a wide arc: Panama City, the densely populated lands around the Canal, David in the far west, and the sparsely inhabited Darién to the east. Javier returns to familiar places, letting the differences between city and countryside emerge over time. He notes the Spanish and Indigenous languages heard along the way.The podcast unfolds across seasons, moving with the rainy months from May to January and the short dry season from January to May. Returning to places means noticing what changes: rivers rising in the interior mountains, coastal plains heating up, roads getting harder to travel. Knowledge accu

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  1. 42

    Whales and Rain in Boca Chica's Gulf

    Day three of eight in Boca Chica. Javier navigates the rainy season heat, spots humpback whales in the Gulf of Chiriquí, and breaks down the real costs of island hopping and local dining. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boca Chica, Panama. Places in this episode: Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park, La Promesa, Luna Azul Cafe and Restaurant, Altieri Specialty Coffee, Roxy Fishing Club Panam Bed & Breakfast, Global Bank (David), Playa Hermosa, Bolaños. Covered: Humpback Whale Watching, Island Hopping Costs, Friendly Nations Visa Update, Local Dining Prices, Banking & SIM Setup, Road Conditions. Chapters:00:00 Boca Chica02:21 Bolaños05:19 Playa Hermosa08:58 Beach A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BocaChica #PanamaTravel #HumpbackWhales #GulfOfChiriqui #ExpatLife #FriendlyNationsVisa #IslandHopping #PanamaExpenses #ChiriquiProvince #RainySeasonPanama #TravelTips #PacificRiviera #BoqueteToBocaChica #LocalEats #SnorkelingPanama #VisaProcess #BankingInPanama #SoloTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Whale watching in Boca Chica's rainy season

    Javier explores the Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park from Boca Chica, chasing humpback whales through the rainy season heat. He details the island-hopping options to Boca Brava and Paridas, breaks down the local costs for food and lodging, and navigates the practicalities of SIM cards and banking in this remote Pacific enclave. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boca Chica, Panama. Places in this episode: Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park, Boca Brava, Paridas Island, Playa Hermosa, Seagull Cove Resort, Altieri Specialty Coffee, Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge, Luna Azul Cafe and Restaurant. Covered: Whale Watching, Island Hopping, Local Costs, Visa & Banking, SIM Cards, Village Life. Chapters:00:00 Boca Chica01:12 David03:49 Boca Brava06:36 Altieri Specialty Coffee A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BocaChica #PanamaTravel #HumpbackWhales #GulfOfChiriqui #ChiriquiProvince #PanamaLiving #IslandHopping #RainySeasonTravel #EcoTourismPanama #BoatLife #WildlifePhotography #PanamaVisa #ExpatLife #PacificCoast #MarinePark #SustainableTravel #CentralAmerica #TravelTips https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boca Chica Move Day and Whale Season Start

    Javier completes the drive from Boquete to Boca Chica, settling into a new base in the Gulf of Chiriquí. He explores the rainy season atmosphere, discusses humpback whale migration timing, and breaks down the practical costs of living on the Pacific coast. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 40 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boca Chica, Panama. Places in this episode: Hotel y Restaurante Boca Brava Lodge, Luna Azul Cafe and Restaurant Boca Chica, Restaurant Bocas del Mar, Horconcitos, Playa Punta Bejuco, Rincón, El Regalo Inn, David. Covered: Relocation Logistics, Whale Migration Season, Expat Cost Breakdown, Infrastructure Development, Visa & Banking Basics. Chapters:00:00 Hotel y Restaurante Boca Brava Lodge02:58 David05:46 Restaurant Bocas del Mar08:44 Boca Chica11:40 Boquete A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaTravel #BocaChica #Chiriqui #HumpbackWhales #ExpatsInPanama #PacificRiviera #RainySeasonPanama #IslandHopping #GulfOfChiriqui #PanamaLiving #TravelPodcast #BoqueteToBocaChica #EcoTourismPanama #MarinePark #SnorkelingPanama #VisaProcess #CostOfLiving #LocalLife https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete Last Day Coffee Harvest and Cloud Forest

    Javier's final full day in Boquete. He hikes the Pipeline Trail for quetzals, samples Geisha coffee at La Casa del Café Panamá, and reflects on the expat cost of living before heading west to Azuero. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 39 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Bajo Boquete, Alto Boquete, Jaramillo, Volcán Barú National Park, Pipeline Trail, San Ramón Waterfall, Donde Giselle, La Casa del Café Panamá. Covered: Pipeline Trail Hiking, Quetzal Sighting, Boquete Coffee Culture, Expat Cost of Living, Friendly Nations Visa, Departure from Boquete. Chapters:00:00 Boquete02:30 Volcán Barú National Park04:51 La Casa del Café Panamá09:25 Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #CloudForestHiking #ResplendentQuetzal #GeishaCoffee #ExpatLifePanama #FriendlyNationsVisa #VolcanBaru #PanamaTravelGuide #CentralAmericaTravel #RainySeasonHiking #ChiriquiHighlands #PanamaCoffeeHarvest #SoloTravelPanama #DigitalNomadPanama #PacificRiviera #AzueroSurf #TravelPodcast #JavierMoreno https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete last day cloud forest and coffee harvest

    Javier's final full day in Boquete. He hikes the Pipeline Trail to see the cloud forest at its peak, visits a local café for Geisha coffee, and breaks down the real costs of living in this highland town before heading west. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 38 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Pipeline Trail, Alto Boquete, Bajo Boquete, Parque Domingo Medica, Cima Coffee and Brunch, La Casa del Café Panamá, Donde Giselle, ONDA - Boquete. Covered: Boquete hiking trails, Local food costs, Geisha coffee culture, Expat visa logistics, Departure preparations. Chapters:00:00 Volcán Barú02:21 Bajo Boquete04:48 Donde Giselle07:32 ONDA - Boquete10:01 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #CloudForestHiking #GeishaCoffee #PanamaTravelGuide #ExpatLifePanama #VolcanBaru #ChiriquiHighlands #PanamaVisa #CoffeeHarvest #TravelPanama #HikingAdventures #DigitalNomadPanama #CentralAmericaTravel #SustainableTourism #NatureLovers #CoffeeCulture #RoadTripPanama #LatinAmericaVibes https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete's Coffee Harvest and Rainy Rhythm

    Day eight in Boquete. The green season rains return, the coffee harvest is underway, and I explore the town's vibrant expat community and practical living costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 37 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Bajo Boquete, Parque Domingo Medica, Feria de las Flores y del Cafe, Jaramillo, Finca Leonida, Don Pepe Estate Coffee Farm, Buckle Tip Coffee Studio, Alto Boquete. Covered: Coffee Harvest, Visa Logistics, Cost of Living, Local Transport, Community Life. Chapters:00:00 Bajo Boquete03:08 Parque Biblioteca de Boquete06:25 Zaytoon restaurant A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #CoffeeHarvest #ChiriquiHighlands #PanamaTravel #ExpatLife #VolcanBaru #JaramilloCoffee #FriendlyNationsVisa #CloudForestHiking #PanamaRainySeason #CentralAmericaTravel #DigitalNomadPanama #GeishaCoffee #BoqueteFood #QuetzalSpotting #PanamaRealEstate #TravelPodcast #GreenSeason https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete Folklore Festival and Coffee Harvest

    Day seven in Boquete. I explore the International Folklore Festival, track down the start of the arabica harvest at a local farm, and break down the real cost of living in the highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 36 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Bajo Boquete, Parque Domingo Medica, Donde Giselle, Río Caldera, Jaramillo, Finca Lérida, Cima Coffee and Brunch, Feria de las Flores y del Café. Covered: Folklore Festival, Coffee Harvest, Visa Logistics, Local Transport, Daily Costs. Chapters:00:00 Bajo Boquete01:40 Río Caldera04:18 Finca Lérida06:33 Feria de las Flores y del Café08:26 Farm A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaTravel #BoquetePanama #ChiriquiHighlands #CoffeeHarvest #ExpatLife #CentralAmerica #TravelPodcast #RainySeason #CloudForest #GeishaCoffee #FolkloreFestival #CostOfLiving #VisaProcess #SlowTravel #LatinAmerica #DigitalNomad #SupportIndieCreators #JavierMoreno https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete's Rainy Rhythm and Coffee Harvest

    Javier explores the lush cloud forests of Boquete during the rainy season, visits a local coffee farm for the start of the harvest, and navigates the practicalities of living in Panama's highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 35 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Don Pepe Estate Coffee Farm, Banco General Boquete, Parque Domingo Medica, Río Caldera, Alto Boquete, Bajo Boquete. Covered: Coffee Culture, Visa Logistics, Local Festivals, Daily Costs, Weather Patterns. Chapters:00:00 Alto Boquete02:42 Río Caldera05:31 Parque Domingo Medica08:59 Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #CoffeeHarvest #FriendlyNationsVisa #CloudForest #VolcanBaru #PanamaLiving #ExpatLife #TravelPanama #ChiriquiProvince #RainySeason #GeishaCoffee #HikingPanama #DigitalNomad #CentralAmerica #SustainableTravel #CoffeeLovers #VisaProcess #LocalCulture https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Coffee Harvest and the Rum Fest in Boquete

    Day five in Boquete. The coffee harvest begins, the rain keeps falling, and I explore the town's vibrant expat scene with a rum tasting and a look at local costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 34 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Alto Boquete, Bajo Boquete, Don Pepe Estate Coffee Farm, Parque Domingo Medica, Banco General, Panamonte Inn, Los Naranjos, Boquete Bees and Butterflies. Covered: Coffee Harvest, Expat Community, Local Costs, Safety & Crime, Rum Festival, Transportation. Chapters:00:00 Alto Boquete01:56 Banco General04:11 Los Naranjos06:17 Hacienda Los Molinos08:08 Boquete09:46 Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #CoffeeHarvest #ExpatLife #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaTravel #CloudForest #RumFest #ChiriquiHighlands #VolcanBaru #DigitalNomad #CentralAmerica #SustainableTravel #CoffeeCulture #RainySeason #PanamaBalboa #TravelTips #ExplorePanama #HikingAdventures https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete Coffee Harvest Rain and Local Rhythm

    Day four in Boquete: navigating the rainy season, visiting a coffee farm in Jaramillo, dealing with trail closures, and breaking down the real cost of living in the highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 33 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Bajo Boquete, Alto Boquete, Jaramillo, Don Pepe Estate Coffee Farm, Cima Coffee and Brunch, Parque Domingo Medica, Panamonte Inn & Spa, Parque Biblioteca de Boquete. Covered: Coffee Farm Tours, Visa & Banking Logistics, Daily Cost Breakdown, Rainy Season Hiking, Local Transport (Bajo Mono). Chapters:00:00 Bajo Boquete01:08 Jaramillo03:44 Parque Domingo Medica06:46 Los Naranjos09:35 Paseo de los novios A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #ChiriquiHighlands #CoffeeHarvest2026 #PanamaTravel #ExpatsInPanama #VolcanBaru #RainySeasonVibes #CentralAmericaTravel #SustainableLiving #PanamaVisa #FriendlyNationsVisa #CloudForestHiking #SpecialtyCoffee #DigitalNomadLife #TravelOnABudget #JavierMorenoPodcast #PanamaDiaries #ExploreChiriqui https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete Coffee Harvest, Rain and the Road Up

    Day three in Boquete. I navigate the rainy season’s daily downpours to visit a coffee farm during harvest prep, hike the cloud forest trails, and break down the real cost of living in Panama’s highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 32 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Jaramillo, Finca Lérida, Pipeline Trail, Parque Domingo Medica, Banco General Boquete, Donde Giselle, Paseo de los Novios, Los Naranjos. Covered: Coffee Farm Tours, Visa & Banking Logistics, Daily Cost Breakdown, Rainy Season Hiking, Local Transport (Bajo Mono). Chapters:00:00 Boquete00:59 Jaramillo02:28 Pipeline Trail05:24 Donde Giselle08:23 Los Naranjos10:00 San Ramón Waterfall A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #BoquetePanama #ChiriquiHighlands #PanamaTravel #CoffeeHarvest #CloudForestHiking #ExpatsInPanama #FriendlyNationsVisa #GreenSeason #VolcanBaru #JaramilloCoffee #BajoBoquete #AltoBoquete #PanamaBalboa #TravelOnABudget #CentralAmericaTravel #RainySeasonVibes #DigitalNomadLife #PanamaAdventure https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete Coffee Harvest and Cloud Forest Trails

    Javier explores Boquete's coffee farms as the harvest season begins, hikes the cloud forest trails despite the rains, and gets practical about costs, visas, and the expat life in Panama's highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Bajo Boquete, Alto Boquete, Pipeline Trail, Volcán Barú, Cafetería Vintage Café Boquete GEISHA, Parque Domingo Medica, Donde Giselle, La Casa del Café Panamá. Covered: Coffee harvest and farm life, Cloud forest hiking, Cost of living and expat community, Visa and banking practicalities. Chapters:00:00 Bajo Boquete01:17 Pipeline Trail03:24 Volcán Barú04:27 La Casa del Café Panamá05:20 Street06:12 Buckle Tip Coffee Studio07:23 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Boquete #Chiriqui #PanamaTravel #CoffeeHarvest #CloudForest #BoqueteCoffee #GeishaCoffee #ExpatLife #PanamaVisa #TravelGuide #HighlandHiking #RainySeason #Panama #BoqueteHikes #PipelineTrail #VolcanBaru #CentralAmerica #SustainableTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    Boquete: Rain, Coffee, and the Cloud Forest

    Javier arrives in Boquete after the drive from David, finds his footing in the rainy highland town, and plans a week of coffee farms, cloud-forest hikes, and expat life. He checks out the festival scene, the cost of living, and the local rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Boquete, Panama. Places in this episode: Cafetería Vintage Café Boquete GEISHA, Parque Domingo Medica, Panamonte Inn & Spa, The Rock, Cima Coffee and Brunch, Pipeline Trail, Sendero Los Quetzales, Donde Giselle. Covered: Boquete arrival and first impressions, Coffee culture and geisha tasting, Cloud forest hiking and quetzal sighting, Expat community and cost of living, Visa and banking logistics, Local food and markets. Chapters:00:00 Bajo Boquete01:05 Alto Boquete02:17 Panamonte Inn & Spa03:17 Cima Coffee and Brunch04:30 Donde Giselle05:26 Boquete Bees and Butterflies06:20 Restaurant interior, clinking dishes A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Boquete #PanamaTravel #BoquetePanama #CloudForest #CoffeeHarvest #GeishaCoffee #Chiriqui #VolcanBaru #QuetzalBird #PipelineTrail #ExpatLife #CostOfLiving #BoqueteBeer #MolaArt #RainySeason #PanamaHighlands #FriendlyNationsVisa #BoqueteHiking https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    David's Last Rain: Mangroves, Markets, and the Road to Boquete

    Javier wraps up his working stay in David with a final market breakfast, a boat trip through the Pedregal mangroves, and a partial lunar eclipse watch from Parque Cervantes before driving to Boquete. He reflects on the cost of living, the little league's bittersweet loss, and the practicalities of expat life in Panama's second city. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 29 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in David, Panama. Places in this episode: Barrio Bella Vista, Tres Coseschas Specialty Coffee David, Mercado Público, Nuevo Centro Artesanal de David, Banco General, Arrocha pharmacy, Pedregal waterfront, Volcán Barú. Covered: David city life, Mangrove conservation, Local food and costs, Expat practicalities, Leaving David for Boquete. Chapters:00:00 Barrio Bella Vista00:43 Mercado Público02:12 Banco General03:31 Volcán Barú04:48 Barrio Bolívar06:40 La Rana Dorada Chiriquí07:39 Bar interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DavidPanama #Chiriqui #PanamaTravel #TravelPanama #Sancocho #PedregalMangroves #BoqueteBound #PanamaLife #ExpatPanama #MarketDay #LunarEclipse2026 #LittleLeague #CascoViejo #SanBlas #Mola #PanamanianFood #CentralAmericaTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    David's Last Day: Mangroves, Markets and the Eclipse

    Javier wraps up his working stay in David with a final bank run, a market breakfast, a boat trip through the Pedregal mangroves, and a lunar eclipse watch from Parque Cervantes — then sets his sights on Boquete. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 28 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in David, Panama. Places in this episode: Mercado Público, Parque Cervantes, Museo de Historia y de Arte José de Obaldía, Pedregal, El Terronal, Nuevo Centro Artesanal de David, La Rana Dorada, Banco General. Covered: David practical life, mangrove conservation, banking and SIM setup, local food and costs, lunar eclipse viewing, departure to Boquete. Chapters:00:00 Banco General01:05 Mercado Público02:24 Museo de Historia y de Arte José de Obaldía03:41 Pedregal05:15 Nuevo Centro Artesanal de David06:55 Plaza08:00 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DavidPanama #Chiriqui #PanamaTravel #TravelPodcast #PanamaExpat #LunarEclipse #Mangroves #PanamaFood #CostOfLivingPanama #Boquete #PanamaHighlands #MercadoPublico #Sancocho #PanamaNature #DavidCity #PanamaBanking #TravelTips #PanamaPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    David's Last Day: Mangroves, Markets, and the Eclipse

    On his final full day in David, Javier tackles banking logistics, savors the public market's sancocho, takes a mangrove boat tour, and watches the partial lunar eclipse from Parque Cervantes. He reflects on the city's cost of living and practicalities for expats before heading to Boquete. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in David, Panama. Places in this episode: Barrio San Mateo, Banco General David, Terronal Mall, Mercado Público de David, Nuevo Centro Artesanal de David, Treetop Coffee, Pedregal waterfront, Parque Cervantes. Covered: Banking and visa logistics, Public market food and costs, Mangrove ecosystem and conservation, Lunar eclipse viewing, Local culture and community, Preparing to leave David for Boquete. Chapters:00:00 Barrio San Mateo01:02 Bank interior02:11 Boquete04:00 La Barqueta05:39 Parque Cervantes07:33 City morning A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DavidPanama #Chiriqui #PanamaTravel #ExpatLife #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaBanking #Sancocho #Mangroves #LunarEclipse #BoqueteNext #PanamaHighlands #LaBarqueta #TurtleNesting #PanamaEclipse2026 #CostOfLiving #PanamaCityBlog https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    David's Mangroves, a Plague of Frogs, and Rain

    Day three in David: Javier escapes the city's banking errands for the mangroves of the Pacific coast, gets caught in a proper invierno downpour, eats his weight in street food, and watches the town rally around its little league team. Plus the real cost of a day in Chiriquí's capital. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 26 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in David, Panama. Places in this episode: Pedregal, Barrio Bolívar, Barrio San Mateo, Urbanización San Antonio, Museo de Historia y de Arte José de Obaldía, Catedral San José de David, Fosters | David, Tres Cosechas Specialty Coffee David. Covered: Pedregal waterfront and port, Mangrove conservation and local politics, David little league team homecoming, Dining in David: ceviche and steakhouse, Expat cost of living and healthcare access, Weather patterns in August rainy season. Chapters:00:00 Banco General01:26 David03:13 Barrio Bolívar04:16 Street05:05 Urbanización San Antonio06:01 Fosters | David07:43 Pedregal A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaTravel #DavidChiriqui #Chiriqui #Panama #Pedregal #Mangroves #LittleLeague #DavidPanama #TravelVlog #RainySeason #Invierno #PanamaExplored #Ceviche #ExpatLife #LunarEclipse #PanamaHighlands https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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    David's Markets, Mangroves, and a Little League Goodbye

    Day two in David: I hit the public market for a B/.5 set lunch, wander the mangroves of Pedregal, check out the expat banking scene around El Terronal, and hear how the whole city is still buzzing about the Doleguita little league team's run at the Williamsport World Series. Plus a rainy evening capping off at Treetop Coffee. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 25 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in David, Panama. Places in this episode: Mercado Público de David, Parque Cervantes, Catedral San José de David, Iglesia de la Sagrada Familia, Banco General David, Arrocha pharmacy, Enrique Malek International Airport, Nuevo Centro Artesanal de David. Covered: banking and SIM setup, local market food and costs, expat medical and pharmacy access, airport logistics and transport, environmental politics on mangroves, community pride and little league. Chapters:00:00 City street in rain01:53 Parque Cervantes03:14 Arrocha pharmacy04:18 Enrique Malek International Airport05:30 Treetop Coffee A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DavidPanama #Chiriqui #PanamaTravel #ExpatLife #CostOfLiving #PanamaVisa #FriendlyNations #MercadoPublico #Sancocho #TreetopCoffee #LittleLeague #Williamsport #LunarEclipse #PanamaBanking #Mangroves #Pedregal #PanamaHighlands #TravelPanama https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  19. 24

    David: Banking, Rain, and Chiriquí's Hub

    Javier lands in David after a five-hour drive from Pedasí. He navigates banking and SIM errands, eats a B/.5.50 fonda lunch, explores Parque Cervantes and the Mercado Público, and scopes out the Pedregal waterfront. A practical episode about Panama's second city. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 24 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in David, Panama. Places in this episode: Chiriquí, Barrio Bolívar, Parque Cervantes, Mercado Público, Museo de Historia y de Arte José de Obaldía, Catedral San José de David, El Terronal, Pedregal. Covered: David city life and logistics, Cost of living in David, Banking and SIM setup, Local food: sancocho and carimañola, Barrio Bolivar history and museum, Driving the Pan-American Highway from Pedasí. Chapters:00:00 David02:33 Mercado Público04:12 Catedral San José de David05:13 Pedregal06:28 Chiriquí07:45 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DavidPanama #Chiriqui #PanamaTravel #ExpatLife #PanamaVisa #CostOfLiving #CentralAmericaTravel #ParqueCervantes #MercadoPublico #FoodieTravel #RoadTrip #RainySeason #PanamaHighlands #Boquete #TravelVlog #PanamaCity #Chiricano https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  20. 23

    Last Light in Pedasí, Rain at the Plaza

    Javier spends his final evening in Pedasí on the Azuero coast with a storm rolling in from the Pacific. He eats a last dinner at the Black Pearl, checks the eclipse forecast one more time, and reflects on the month's rhythm before the drive west to Chiriquí. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 23 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop, Banco Nacional de Panamá, Playa Venao, Puerto Escondido, PERUVIAN FUSION FOOD THE BLACK PEARL PEDASI, Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, Casa Moscoso Museum, Isla Iguana. Covered: pedasi departure, cost of living, banking and visa, eclipse forecast, local food, road trip to chiriqui. Chapters:00:00 Banco Nacional de Panamá01:51 Playa Venao03:22 Puerto Escondido04:52 Plaza Mayor de Pedasí05:39 Isla Iguana A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasi #Azuero #PanamaTravel #LosSantos #IslaIguana #PlayaVenao #Chiriqui #Boquete #LunarEclipse #Eclipse2026 #PanamaLiving #ExpatLife #GreenSeason #TurtleNesting #Ceviche #PanamaHighway https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  21. 22

    Eclipse Watch and the Last Pedasí Morning

    On his final full day in Pedasí, Javier chases a perfect sunrise at Playa Venao, savors a last ceviche at Smiley's, and gets the lowdown on the upcoming lunar eclipse. He reflects on the real cost of living in this Azuero town and what he's leaving behind. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 22 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Playa Venao, Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop, Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, Banco Nacional de Panamá, sucursal Pedasí, Casa Moscoso Museum, Smiley's Restaurant, Mercado de Pedasí, El Arenal. Covered: Surfing Playa Venao, Lunar eclipse timing, Cost of living in Pedasí, Friendly Nations visa process, Local food and markets, Departure from Pedasí. Chapters:00:00 Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop00:58 Playa Venao02:21 Casa Moscoso Museum03:59 Smiley's Restaurant04:48 Mercado de Pedasí06:57 The Black Pearl A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasi #PanamaTravel #Azuero #PlayaVenao #SurfPanama #TunaCoast #Ceviche #LunarEclipse2026 #TravelPanama #PacificRiviera #Chiriqui #Boquete #ExpatLife #CostOfLiving #WhaleWatching #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaRoadTrip https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  22. 21

    Venao's Long Left and the Eclipse Wait

    Day six in Pedasí: Javier finally gets his surf session at Playa Venao, weighs the cost of a sport fishing charter, and checks in on the town's calm green-season rhythm before the lunar eclipse. Practical notes on the Friendly Nations visa and what a day on the Tuna Coast really costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 21 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Playa Venao, Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, Mercado de Pedasí, ATP visitor center, Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop, Le Panier Panadería Pedasí, Smiley's Restaurant. Covered: Surf Playa Venao, Sport fishing cost, Lunar eclipse planning, Friendly Nations visa, Pedasí town rhythm. Chapters:00:00 Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop01:03 Seaside02:08 Beach bar03:26 Mercado de Pedasí05:12 Le Panier Panadería Pedasí05:57 Cafe07:43 Night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PlayaVenao #Pedasi #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #TunaCoast #TravelPodcast #Chiriqui #AzueroPeninsula #Eclipse2026 #LunarEclipse #PanamaExpat #FriendlyNationsVisa #SportFishing #Ceviche #ArcoSeco #CentralAmerica #TravelGuide #SlowTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  23. 20

    Eclipse Season and the Quiet Pulse of Pedasí

    Day five in Pedasí. Javier spends a slow morning at a local coffee shop, gets the real story on the town's jazz festival, walks the beach at Los Destiladeros, and maps out the partial lunar eclipse coming on August 27-28. Plus the practical costs of a relaxed green-season day and the latest on the Friendly Nations visa. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 20 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop, Mercado de Pedasí, ATP visitor centre, Los Destiladeros, Puerto Escondido, Almendro cafe, Parador Fotografico de Pedasí. Covered: Local cafes and coffee, Beach walking, Lunar eclipse planning, Cost of living, Local food and restaurants, Azuero folklore. Chapters:00:00 Plaza Mayor de Pedasí01:36 Mercado de Pedasí03:24 Los Destiladeros05:02 Almendro cafe06:16 Parador Fotografico de Pedasí07:07 Restaurante El Chichemito A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasi #PanamaTravel #AzueroPeninsula #LunarEclipse2026 #PanamaLiving #GreenSeason #IslaIguana #WhaleWatching #PlayaVenao #LosDestiladeros #PanamaExpat #FriendlyNationsVisa #Sancocho #TravelPanama #CascoViejo #SanBlas #PanamaPacific #PedasiFood https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  24. 19

    Turtles, Whales, and a Partial Eclipse Over Pedasí

    Day four in Pedasí: Javier explores the town's morning market, watches surfers at Playa Venao, dines at Smiley's Restaurant, and stumbles into a local jazz night. He also unpacks the upcoming lunar eclipse, the Friendly Nations visa process, and the real costs of living here. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 19 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Mercado de Pedasí, Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, ATP visitor center, Smiley's Restaurant, Playa Venao, Peruvian Fusion Food The Black Pearl Pedasi, Banco Nacional de Panamá sucursal Pedasí, El Arenal. Covered: market life, turtle nesting, whale watching, cost of living, friendly nations visa, local banking, sport fishing. Chapters:00:00 Mercado de Pedasí00:58 Plaza Mayor de Pedasí03:17 Playa Venao04:49 Bank interior06:03 Evening street07:00 El Arenal A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasi #PanamaTravel #Azuero #IslaIguana #IslaCanas #TurtleNesting #WhaleWatching #LunarEclipse #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaExpat #CostOfLiving #PlayaVenao #SurfPanama #PanamaRealEstate #TravelPodcast #PedasiFood #PanamaCulture #GreenSeason https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  25. 18

    Pedasí: Dawn, Whales, and the Rhythm of the Arco Seco

    Javier settles into Pedasí's quiet green season. He catches a tuna-coast sunrise, checks the surf at Playa Venao, and gets the lowdown on the town's cost of living, from a PAB 4 sancocho to the realities of expat rent. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 18 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, El Arenal, Le Panier Panadería Pedasí, Playa Venao, Mercado de Pedasí, Smiley's Restaurant, Casa Moscoso Museum, La Orilla Café. Covered: Pedasi town life and rhythm, El Arenal and fishing village, Playa Venao surf scene, Cost of living in Pedasi, Local food and cafes, Friendly Nations visa prep. Chapters:00:00 El Arenal02:06 Le Panier Panadería Pedasí04:20 Mercado de Pedasí05:34 Casa Moscoso Museum06:46 Restaurante El Chichemito07:54 Town square at evening08:59 Quiet town street at night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasi #Azuero #PanamaTravel #TravelPanama #PlayaVenao #IslaIguana #PanamaExpats #CostOfLivingPanama #PedasiPanama #TunaCoast #SurfPanama #GreenSeason #PanamaFood #Ceviche #Sancocho #ArcoSeco #PanamaVisa #SlowTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  26. 17

    Pedasí: Turtles, Whales, and the Tuna Coast

    Javier explores Pedasí's surf beaches, visits the Isla Iguana wildlife refuge, and plans a turtle nesting night on Isla Cañas. He gets practical on costs, visas, and SIM cards while soaking up Azuero folklore and quiet town life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 17 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop, Mercado de Pedasí, El Arenal, Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge, Isla Cañas, MAREA PEDASI, Playa Venao. Covered: Pedasí town life, Isla Iguana snorkeling, Isla Cañas turtle nesting, Cost of living, Visa & banking, Playa Venao surf. Chapters:00:00 Pedasí00:57 Mercado de Pedasí01:55 El Arenal02:51 Playa Venao04:13 Smiley's Restaurant05:41 Isla Cañas07:12 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasí #AzueroPeninsula #PanamaTravel #IslaIguana #IslaCañas #TurtleNesting #WhaleWatching #PlayaVenao #SurfPanama #TunaCoast #ExpatLife #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaLiving #BudgetTravel #TravelPodcast #PanamaPodcast #RoadTrip #GreenSeason https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  27. 16

    Pedasí: Whales, Turtles, and the Tuna Coast

    Javier arrives in Pedasí after a long drive from Santa Catalina, explores the town's quiet charm, checks out the surf at Playa Venao, and plans turtle nesting nights and Isla Iguana snorkeling. He shares practical costs, the Friendly Nations visa process, and the best spots for ceviche and coffee. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 16 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Pedasí, Panama. Places in this episode: Plaza Mayor de Pedasí, Hotel Pedasí Nature Paradise, Smiley's Restaurant, Mercado de Pedasí, ATP visitor centre, El Arenal, Playa Venao, Isla Iguana. Covered: Road trip from Santa Catalina to Pedasí, Pedasí town life and plaza, Isla Iguana snorkeling and boat logistics, Playa Venao surf scene, Cost of living in Pedasí, Friendly Nations visa and residency, Humpback whales and turtle nesting season. Chapters:00:00 Plaza Mayor de Pedasí01:33 Hotel Pedasí Nature Paradise02:29 Smiley's Restaurant03:40 Playa Venao05:16 La Orilla Café07:10 Ni Chana Ni Juana Coffee Shop A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pedasi #AzueroPeninsula #PanamaTravel #IslaIguana #PlayaVenao #SurfPanama #WhaleWatching #TurtleNesting #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaVisa #CevichePanama #Sancocho #TravelPanama #PanamaPacific #TunaCoast #PedasiPanama #GreenSeason #LosSantos https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  28. 15

    Santa Catalina's Last Light and the Road Ahead

    Javier spends his final evening in Santa Catalina, savoring the village's quiet rhythm, a last surf session, and a memorable dinner, while reflecting on the cost of living, the Friendly Nations visa, and the practicalities of moving to Panama. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 15 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Café Bex Santa Catalina, Panama, Playa El Estero, Oasis Surf Camp, Santa Catalina Farms, Panachocolat, Restaurante Donde Vianca, Sugar Mamas Cafe, Playa Santa Catalina. Covered: Surfing Playa El Estero, Village cost of living, Friendly Nations visa process, Local food and restaurants, Santa Catalina development, Whale watching from shore. Chapters:00:00 Cafe01:44 Playa El Estero03:33 Cafe04:47 Restaurante Donde Vianca05:59 Playa Santa Catalina07:17 Oasis Beach Bar08:28 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #CoibaNationalPark #WhaleWatching #FriendlyNationsVisa #PanamaExpat #TravelPanama #PanamaLiving #SurfingLife #MolaTextiles #NgobeBugle #PanamaWetSeason #RoadTripPanama #Chiriqui #Boquete #TravelGuide #PanamaCosts https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  29. 14

    Santa Catalina's Last Swim and a Stormy Goodbye

    Javier spends his final day in Santa Catalina surfing Estero, swimming at the black-sand beach, and savoring one last seafood dinner at Mamá Nivia's. He reflects on the village's changing costs, the whale season, and the practical realities of living in this remote surf town before leaving for Chiriquí. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Café Bex Santa Catalina, Playa El Estero, Oasis Surf Camp, Oasis Beach Bar, Playa Santa Catalina, Isla Santa Catalina, Restaurante Donde Vianca, La Moncheria. Covered: Santa Catalina last day, Surf Playa El Estero, Village food and cost, Local cafe culture, Friendly Nations visa prep, Practical logistics and money. Chapters:00:00 Café Bex Santa Catalina02:05 Playa El Estero04:30 Playa Santa Catalina05:33 Isla Santa Catalina07:37 La Moncheria08:38 Restaurante Mamá Nivia A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #CoibaNationalPark #WhaleWatching #PanamaSurf #TravelPanama #SurfLife #PanamaVisa #FriendlyNations #PanamaLiving #Boquete #Chiriqui #RainySeason #CentralAmerica #PanamaPodcast #TravelGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  30. 13

    Santa Catalina's Last Wave and the Road to Chiriquí

    Javier soaks up his final day in Santa Catalina with one last surf at La Punta, a goodbye feast at Donde Vianca, and a reflective walk through the village. He also covers the practical costs of living and traveling here, then maps out the road ahead to Chiriquí and Boquete. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 13 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Café Bex Santa Catalina, Panama, La Punta, Restaurante Donde Vianca, Playa El Estero, Waluaa, Hotel Santa Catalina Panama, Coiba House - Oceanfront accommodation in Santa Catalina, Panama, Panachocolat. Covered: Santa Catalina departure, Surfing La Punta, Local food and restaurants, Cost of living and travel, Coiba practicalities, Banking and SIM logistics, Road trip to Chiriquí, Yoga and wellness. Chapters:00:00 La Punta01:52 Restaurante Donde Vianca03:24 Playa El Estero05:31 Restaurant06:27 Coiba National Park07:52 Countryside A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaTravel #SurfingPanama #CoibaNationalPark #PanamaPacific #TravelGuide #SurfTown #Boquete #Chiriqui #PanamaLiving #ExpatLife #OceanAdventure #WhaleWatching #CevichePanama #SurfAndYoga #PanamaRoadTrip #CentralAmerica #VisitPanama https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  31. 12

    Whales, Waves, and the Road Ahead

    Javier's final days in Santa Catalina bring a humpback whale sighting from the shore, a proper surf session at La Punta, and a look at the practical costs of village life before he plans the road to Chiriquí. He also checks in on the local banking reality and what it means to live in a place with no ATM. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 12 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Calle Principal, Playa Santa Catalina, La Punta, Restaurante Donde Vianca, Restaurante Mamá Nivia, La Moncheria, Oasis Surf Camp, Coiba National Park. Covered: Whale watching from shore, Surfing La Punta, Village cost of living, Local food and restaurants, Santa Catalina development, Planning the road to Chiriquí. Chapters:00:00 Coastal village morning00:43 Calle Principal02:03 Playa Santa Catalina03:52 Coiba National Park05:01 La Moncheria06:12 Oasis Surf Camp07:43 Santa Catalina A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #WhaleWatching #CoibaNationalPark #PanamaPacific #TravelVlog #DigitalNomadPanama #PanamaExpat #SurfTown #WetSeasonPanama #RoadTripPanama #ChiriquiNext #Boquete #CentralAmericaTravel #HiddenPanama #VillageLifePanama #SurfAndWhales https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  32. 11

    Estero Lessons and a Village at Work

    Javier spends his fourth day in Santa Catalina on the black sands of Playa El Estero, takes a surf lesson, and watches the village shift from surf-contest chaos back to its fishing rhythm. He covers the cost of living, the ATM problem, and the quiet season ahead. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Playa El Estero, Calle Principal, Café Bex, Sugar Mamas Cafe, Catalina Farms, Caricaco Coffee, Oasis Surf Camp, Punta Brava. Covered: Surfing Estero, Village economics, Fishing village rhythm, Local cafes and food, Santa Catalina development. Chapters:00:00 Calle Principal01:18 Playa El Estero04:08 Sugar Mamas Cafe05:02 Catalina Farms06:31 Coffee shop interior07:28 Beach night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaSurf #PlayaElEstero #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #VisitPanama #PanamaPacific #CoibaNationalPark #PanamaFishing #SurfLesson #WetSeasonPanama #PanamaVillage #CaricacoCoffee #PanamaRoadTrip #SurfAndTravel #PanamaLiving https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  33. 10

    Coiba, Whales and a Village Awake

    Javier gets his Coiba dive in, meets a whale and a sea turtle, works the surf at La Punta, and learns why Santa Catalina's August crowd is really about the ocean. He also checks in on the ALAS surf contest aftermath and the village's changing face. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Coiba National Park, Isla Cebaco, Playa Santa Catalina, Playa El Estero, La Punta, Scuba Coiba, Oasis Surf Camp, Oasis Beach Bar. Covered: Diving Coiba, Whale watching, Surf culture, Village economics, Local food, Nightlife. Chapters:00:00 Coiba National Park01:17 Scuba Coiba04:26 Playa El Estero06:33 Farmacia07:44 Café Bex A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #CoibaNationalPark #PanamaTravel #HumpbackWhales #SurfPanama #PacificCoast #DivingCoiba #WhaleWatchingPanama #PanamaRainySeason #SurfTown #LaPunta #PlayaElEstero #OasisSurfCamp #ScubaCoiba #PanamaVillage #TravelPodcast #JavierMoreno https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  34. 9

    Surf, Thunder, and the Coiba Question

    Day two in Santa Catalina. Javier catches the dawn surf at La Punta, wades through a thunderstorm, and sorts out his Coiba dive plans while the village bathes in wet-season green. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 9 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Playa Santa Catalina, La Punta, Punta Brava, Cafe Panachocolat, Scuba Coiba, Fluid Adventures, Isla Santa Catalina, Restaurante Donde Vianca. Covered: Surfing the Pacific, Coiba Dive Planning, Village Economics and Cash, Kayaking the Coast, Wet Season Rhythm. Chapters:00:00 Room tone00:31 Calle Principal02:50 La Punta04:35 Punta Brava06:46 Fluid Adventures08:59 Oasis Beach Bar A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #WetSeason #CoibaNationalPark #ScubaDiving #SurfTrip #PanamaPacific #Veraguas #TravelPodcast #WhaleWatching #KayakPanama #RainySeason #PanamaSurf #OffTheBeatenPath #CentralAmericaTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  35. 8

    Road to Santa Catalina: Surf, Whales, and Rain

    Javier reaches Santa Catalina in the wet season, where big Pacific swells meet humpback whales. He settles into village life, checks surf at La Punta, and plans a Coiba dive trip—all with practical costs and local tips. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 8 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Santa Catalina, Panama. Places in this episode: Playa Santa Catalina, Playa El Estero, La Punta, Coiba National Park, Bambuda Santa Catalina, Donde Vianca, Hunter coffee shop, Café Panachocolat. Covered: arrival in santa catalina, surf culture and breaks, coiba national park trips, village logistics and costs, wet season rhythm. Chapters:01:49 Bambuda Santa Catalina04:34 Donde Vianca07:45 Santa Catalina A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SantaCatalina #PanamaTravel #SurfPanama #CoibaNationalPark #WhaleWatching #WetSeason #PanamaPacific #TravelPanama #SurfTown #PanamaRoadTrip #HumpbackWhales #ScubaCoiba #PlayaEstero #LaPunta #PanamaLiving #RemoteTravel #PacificRiviera https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  36. 7

    Rainy Season Farewell: Panama City's Last Day

    Javier spends his final day in Panama City sorting out last-minute logistics, enjoying a rooftop breakfast, and reflecting on the rainy season rhythm before heading west. He shares practical tips on costs and getting around, and says goodbye to the city's vibrant energy. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 7 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: Leto HiFi | Listening Coffee Bar | Coffee & Vinyl, Cinta Costera, Albrook terminal, Museo de la Mola (MuMo), Mercado de Mariscos, Biomuseo, La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo, Panama House Bed & Breakfast. Covered: final day in Panama City, bus schedule to Azuero, Biomuseo, Mola Museum, Casco Viejo dining. Chapters:00:00 Leto HiFi | Listening Coffee Bar | Coffee & Vinyl02:21 Albrook terminal03:37 Mercado de Mariscos04:49 La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo08:09 Panama House Bed & Breakfast A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaCity #CascoViejo #RainySeason #PanamaTravel #MercadoDeMariscos #Biomuseo #MolaMuseum #CintaCostera #PanamaCanal #Azuero #LasTablas #PanamaBus #TravelLog #DigitalNomad #ExpatLife #Ceviche #CoffeeLover #RoadTrip https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  37. 6

    Last Day in the City, Rain and All

    Javier spends his final full day in Panama City running last-minute errands, checking out the coffee scene, and watching a storm roll in over the Cinta Costera. He reflects on the city's rhythms and costs before heading west on the Pan-American Highway. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 6 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: Geisha Experience, Cinta Costera, La Pulpería, Plaza de la Independencia, Museo del Canal, TowerBank, Albrook Terminal. Covered: Coffee culture, Transit cards, Final logistics, Rainy season afternoon, Evening in Casco Viejo. Chapters:00:00 Geisha Experience01:24 Albrook Terminal03:00 City street midday03:56 Cinta Costera05:01 La Pulpería06:31 City night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaCity #PanamaTravel #PanamaPodcast #RainySeason #CascoViejo #CintaCostera #GeishaCoffee #PanamaFood #TravelDay #RoadTripPanama #AzueroPeninsula #PanamaVisa #ExpatLife #MolaArt #PanamaCanal #CentralAmerica https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  38. 5

    Rainy Season Runs and a Sunday of Ceviche

    Javier gets caught in a downpour on the Cinta Costera, finds a five-dollar ceviche at the fish market, and plans his escape west along the Pan-American Highway. Plus practical notes on transit cards and rainy-day logistics in Panama City. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 5 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: Cinta Costera, Mercado de Mariscos, Iglesia del Carmen station, El Cangrejo, Pulpa Specialty Coffee, Albrook terminal, Museo del Canal Interoceánico, Museo de la Mola. Covered: Rainy season logistics, Public transit card, Mercado de Mariscos, Mola museum, Bus schedule to Azuero, Casco Viejo nightlife. Chapters:00:00 Cinta Costera01:41 Iglesia del Carmen station03:12 El Cangrejo04:59 Museo de la Mola06:23 Sea terrace07:09 Albrook terminal07:55 Bus interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaTravel #PanamaCity #CascoViejo #RainySeason #PanamaFood #CevicheLover #TravelPodcast #Panama2026 #CentralAmerica #PanamaHighway #AzueroPeninsula #ElCangrejo #PanamaCanal #MolaArt #TravelTips #SoloTraveler #BudgetTravel #PanamaAdventure https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  39. 4

    Rainy Season Banking and a Sunday in Casco Viejo

    Javier spends day four in Panama City finalising his Friendly Nations visa paperwork and bank account, then rewards himself with a slow Sunday in Casco Viejo — a rooftop coffee at Leto HiFi, a stroll past the murals, and the best corvina ceviche at the Mercado de Mariscos. He also maps out his route west to the Azuero Peninsula before the storms roll in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 4 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: Panama House Bed & Breakfast, Casco Viejo, TowerBank | Casa Matriz, Mercado de Mariscos, Cinta Costera, Biomuseo, Mola Museum, Leto HiFi. Covered: Banking in Panama, Visa process for Friendly Nations, Mercado de Mariscos and ceviche, Biomuseo and canal history, Rainy season daily rhythm, Planning the Azuero road trip. Chapters:00:00 Panama House Bed & Breakfast02:09 Casco Viejo04:08 Mercado de Mariscos05:30 Cinta Costera06:18 Biomuseo07:43 Leto HiFi08:39 Costa del Este A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaCity #CascoViejo #PanamaTravel #ExpatLife #PanamaVisa #BankingInPanama #CevichePanama #Biomuseo #PanamaCanal #RainySeason #PanamaFoodie #DigitalNomad #TravelCentralAmerica #PanamaCityLife #MercadoDeMariscos #GeishaCoffee #AzueroPeninsula #CintaCostera https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  40. 3

    Rainy Season Run, Ceviche and the Founding City

    On day three in Panama City, Javier joins the Panamá Viejo anniversary fun, hunts down the best corvina ceviche at the Mercado de Mariscos, and figures out the city's transit card system while dodging the afternoon thunderstorm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 3 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: Panamá Viejo, Amador Causeway, Biomuseo, Mercado de Mariscos, Casco Viejo, Museo del Canal Interoceánico, Leto HiFi. Covered: Panama City landmarks, Local food and markets, Public transit, Rainy season logistics, Anniversary celebrations. Chapters:00:00 Leto HiFi00:52 Panamá Viejo02:31 Amador Causeway04:01 Mercado de Mariscos05:49 City street07:15 Casco Viejo08:46 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaCity #CascoViejo #PanamaTravel #Ceviche #MercadoDeMariscos #PanamaCanal #RainySeason #TravelPodcast #DigitalNomad #ExpatLife #PanamaHistory #MetroDePanama #Biomuseo #AmadorCauseway #PanamaViejo #Sancocho #TravelCentralAmerica #PanamaAdventures https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  41. 2

    The Rainy Season City: Logistics and First Impressions

    Javier gets down to business on day two in Panama City: transport cards, bank accounts, and the daily rhythm of the rainy season. He walks the Cinta Costera, watches ships at the Miraflores Locks, and maps out what a day in this city actually costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 2 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: El Cangrejo, Super 99, Cinta Costera, Casco Viejo, Plaza de la Independencia, Museo del Canal Interoceánico, La Pulpería, Miraflores Locks. Covered: public transportation, rainy season weather, panama canal, casco viejo architecture, cost of living, neighborhoods. Chapters:00:00 El Cangrejo02:13 Cinta Costera02:58 Casco Viejo04:36 Miraflores Locks07:13 Amador Causeway08:44 Banco General09:30 Museo de la Mola A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaCity #CascoViejo #MirafloresLocks #PanamaCanal #RainySeason #ElCangrejo #PanamaTravel #ExpatLife #DigitalNomad #CintaCostera #AmadorCauseway #PanamaFood #Sancocho #TravelPodcast #CentralAmerica #PanamaVisa https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

  42. 1

    Rainy Season Landing: First Steps in Panama City

    Javier Moreno lands in Panama City for the first time, tackling immigration, SIM cards, and bank accounts before diving into the rainy-season capital. He explores Casco Viejo, the Miraflores Locks, and the Cinta Costera, all while sharing practical tips and local costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Panama: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Panama guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 1 of Panama Travel Podcast with Javier Moreno. Javier Moreno is in Panama City, Panama. Places in this episode: Tocumen International Airport, Casco Viejo, Miraflores Locks, Amador Causeway, Biomuseo, Cinta Costera, Mercado de Mariscos, Panama House B&B. Covered: arrival, visa, banking, sim, transit, food, history. Chapters:00:00 Tocumen International Airport01:39 La Pulpería03:46 Amador Causeway05:57 Cinta Costera06:59 El Cangrejo08:02 El Dorado09:03 City night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PanamaCity #PanamaTravel #CascoViejo #PanamaCanal #TravelPodcast #ExpatLife #LatinAmerica #DigitalNomad #PanamaVisa #Miraflores #AmadorCauseway #MolaMuseum #PanamaFood #RainySeason #BackpackingPanama #PanamaCityGuide #TocumenAirport #CintaCostera https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/panama/

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A podcast about travelling in Panama as a resident rather than a visitor, hosted by Javier Moreno. The country is a narrow land bridge between North and South America, its interior steep and rugged, its climate tropical and humid. The Panama Canal links the North Atlantic Ocean with the North Pacific Ocean, and the landscape around it shapes every journey.The show covers a wide arc: Panama City, the densely populated lands around the Canal, David in the far west, and the sparsely inhabited Darién to the east. Javier returns to familiar places, letting the differences between city and countryside emerge over time. He notes the Spanish and Indigenous languages heard along the way.The podcast unfolds across seasons, moving with the rainy months from May to January and the short dry season from January to May. Returning to places means noticing what changes: rivers rising in the interior mountains, coastal plains heating up, roads getting harder to travel. Knowledge accu

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