Introducing Isla Taboga
A tropical island with only one road and no traffic, Isla Taboga is a pleasant place to escape from the hustle and bustle of Panama City. Although it is only 20km offshore, the ‘Island of Flowers’ is covered with sweet-smelling blossoms at certain times of the year. First settled by the Spanish in 1515, the quaint village of Taboga is also home to the second-oldest church in the western hemisphere. However, the main appeal of the island is its string of sandy beaches lapped by warm waters, which can quickly rejuvenate even the most hardened urbanite.
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Isla Taboga is currently in the midst of an image makeover. Ferries for the island now depart from the most exclusive of berths, namely the Causeway. Also, rumors abound that the now-defunct Hotel Taboga will be knocked down to make way for a sophisticated resort. In the meantime however, Taboga still serves as a laid-back day trip from Panama City for anyone looking for a little fun in the sun.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: Panama in November
by rkondivers 12 September 2011
You can book whale-watching trips leaving from Panama City, catch a ferry to Isla Taboga just to look around (main attraction is the beach…
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RE: immigration: leaving panama for columbia by boat
by Stuart333 24 August 2011
Since I've been here the club on Ave Balboa has never been an option, it seems to be more for local people with power boats and so on.…
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RE: Stuck in Panama City for five days! Any suggestion on what to do?
by wulfruny 24 June 2011
San Blas may be within your budget, depending on what kind of accommodation you like. Shuttle is $25 each way (at least was in 09). …
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