November is known as the month of the country and that is because all of Panama’s National Holidays take place in this month. First we fought to get our independence from the Spanish Empire and then we separated from Colombia … Read More
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Fresh Friday Market in Pedasi at CouCou Crazy
The Fresh Friday Market in Pedasi is one of my favorite things to do. Anybody who has ever spent time in Pedasi knows this is a pretty sleepy place. So it is fun to have activities where you can see … Read More
The Mejorana Festival turns 75 in 2024
Azuero is a land of festivals and one of the most anticipated is the Mejorana Festival in Guarare, Los Santos province. Those who visit will be able to appreciate the culture and traditional music of the Azuero region. The mejorana … Read More
How did Playa Venao become Israeli?
First let me start by saying this article is in no way meant to be offensive. I have to say this because nowadays everybody gets offended over anything. People ask me where I live and I joke saying in little … Read More
Isla Cañas is a Turtle and Mangrove Refuge
Most people are familiar with Isla Iguana, but they haven’t visited Isla Cañas. As soon as you drive pass Playa Venao you will see the island in the distance. First you will arrive in the town of Cañas, which is … Read More
11 Protected Areas in Panama that are located in Azuero (Herrera and Los Santos)
Los Santos Pablo Barrios Wildlife Refuge Of all the protected areas in Panama, this is the closest to us. The Pablo Barrios Wildlife Refuge is basically Playa Arenal, one of the two beaches in Pedasi. It is located right in … Read More
What to do in Pedasi?
Beaches Beaches are on the top of our what to do in Pedasi list. Playa Arenal can be accessed through the town’s entrance turning on the Terpel station. This beach is mostly used by fishermen who leave their colorful panga … Read More
Playa Venao Surf is Good for all Levels!
Once upon a time only surfers used to go to Playa Venao. They were the first to discover this incredible beach which was quite a drive from Panama City. Playa Venao surf is now well known, but it is not … Read More
Panama Surf on the Pacific Coast
Still a relatively unknown destination, the isthmus of Panama offers great waves for surfers without the crowds. In this article we will focus on Panama surf on the Pacific coast since we are located between Pedasi and Playa Venao. The … Read More
Participate in a Mud Gathering in Pedasi
One of the most indigenous experiences you can live in Pedasí is a mud gathering (junta de embarra). Traditionally this is how houses were built in the interior of Panama. With modernism, this way of building homes was forgotten. The … Read More