Vistamar Resort - About Panama

Panama is a part of Central America with beautiful beaches and coastal waters on both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. For five centuries, world commerce has passed through Panama due to its strategic, privileged position. Over the years international trade has prospered.

Today, ”The Pearl of the Pacific,” as Panama is sometimes called, is also famous for:

The richness of its tropical flora and fauna
Its Inter-Oceanic Canal that benefits the world
A friendly and welcoming people
Excellent security and safety
A Cosmopolitan ambience
A dynamic international banking center
Growing Eco-tourism

THE PANAMA CANAL

In continuous operation since 1914, the Panama Canal is considered the eighth wonder of the modern world.

SHOPPING

The Colon Free Zone is a prestigious, international commercial area and one of the largest free zones in the Americas. This makes it a paradise for “duty free” shoppers.

Modern indoor malls in its capital, Panama City, as well as in the provinces offer a wide variety of merchandise at very attractive prices.

CURRENCY

Panama uses the American dollar as its currency. What a great convenience - there is no need to change money!

BOUNDARIES AND WEATHER

Panama’s inter-tropical location is close to the Equator. A narrow strip of land running from East to West, on its North coast is the Caribbean Sea, on the South is the Pacific Ocean, on its Eastern border is Colombia and on the West is Costa Rica.

Enjoying a tropical climate, there are no sudden temperature changes during the day. The country has two seasons: a green rainy season and a dry, sunny season. The Green season extends from May to December, with the most rain in October. The sunny season runs from the second half of December until April. During this time, balmy trade winds blow constantly. This is considered the peak season for tourism in Panama, although Panama is perfect for visitors all year round.

Highlands in the Province of Chiriqui, Anton Valley, Altos de Campana (Campana Highlands) and Cerro Azul (Blue Mountain) are a few of the cooler sites that can be visited and enjoyed throughout the year because of their agreeable temperatures.

FOOD, SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

As an international crossroads, Panama offers visitors the opportunity to savor delicious food in a wide variety of gastronomic establishments. Also famous for its talented boxers and champion racehorses, in this land of outstanding athletes and sportsmen, you can practice your golf, diving and fishing skills, along with many others. Our country is considered as one of the best places in the world to catch sailfish, wahoo and marlin.

In the native language of the Panamanian Indians, Panama means “abundant fish and butterflies.” Due to the existing bio-diversity, there is no better place to get into direct contact with nature, including visits to beaches with transparent waters and golden sands, forests, mountains and landscapes with virgin pathways.

For nightlife lovers, our country offers prestigious nightclubs and two, world-class Convention Centers, which have helped Panama become an obligatory stop off point for international artists. In addition, Festivals take place at different times of the year in the provinces around the country. These celebrations provide an excellent opportunity to experience first hand the exuberant spirit of Panama’s people and to join in the local fun.