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Noni, the Magical Fruit of the San Blas Islands

Amanda

Mar 31, 2021

Noni, the Magical Fruit of the San Blas Islands

Salinity and lack of protection from the wind makes growing crops in the tiny islands of San Blas almost impossible, instead, wild fruit-bearing trees like the Noni tree and coconut tree are present. Researchers have for years indicated how some fruits directly benefit health and how substances contained in plants are vital to a a balanced diet. Normally, in the US and Europe, fruits are bought from big supermarkets and in some cases local markets, but that is not the case fo

What Is Food Like in the San Blas Islands?

Chris

Mar 27, 2021

What Is Food Like in the San Blas Islands?

Tropical fruits such as papaya, mango and pineapple harvested in the nearby jungle or brought in from traders and fresh delicacies from the local reefs including lobster and various types of fish are big part of the daily diet. The uniqueness of our tropical sailing areas in Panama is also reflected in the cuisine offered in our sailing charters. Yes, embarking on a sailing trip in the most idyllic of all Caribbean destinations on a fancy catamaran and being surrounded by fr

How Long Should We Stay in the San Blas Islands?

Amanda

Mar 25, 2021

How Long Should We Stay in the San Blas Islands?

Any number of days is good, but for those travelers aiming to visit the legendary Dutch Cays or Coco Bandero Cays we recommend a minimum of 4 nights. Catamaran Adventures San Blas offers total flexibility in number of nights booked. Due to the strategical location and the strength of both public and private investment in the travel industry, Panama has for long been considered as the “hub of the Americas”, and to date has the most international flights leaving and arriving (c

Pina Colada Onboard All Inclusive Catamaran Holidays

Chris

Mar 19, 2021

Pina Colada Onboard All Inclusive Catamaran Holidays

Jump in one of our sailing charters in the San Blas islands and enjoy our complementary Pina Colada cocktail on sundown. The translation to piña colada (Spanish) means "strained pineapple". A delicacy of the tropics included in our San Blas sailing charters and the prefect treat to accompany you on any worthy occasion. What would a tropical sailing charters be without our made-from-scratch pina colada? For years this has been the preferred cocktail served onboard and enjoyed

How Do Backpacker and Quality Sailing Holidays Coexist in the San Blas Islands?

Amanda

Mar 17, 2021

How Do Backpacker and Quality Sailing Holidays Coexist in the San Blas Islands?

Back in the days, border closure with Colombia and the impenetrable jungle that covered most of the Guna Yala region, made traveling to San Blas extremely complicated. Well, guess what? The border with Colombia is still closed and the jungle still is impenetrable for the most part but there are new means of transport that make possible traveling to the San Blas Islands: sailing boats and catamarans. In 2021 one would think that the international borders of the most important

Amanda

Mar 13, 2021

Catamarans With Air Conditioning in the Caribbean, How Important Is It to Have a/c in San Blas?

Yachts equipped with air conditioning for your next sailing holidays are available with Catamaran Adventures San Blas, Choose an a/c catamaran if you are sensitive to heat, no matter the month. With Easter and summer vacations just around the corner and rise in temperatures and humidity, there is an increase in demand for A/C equipped catamarans coming from customers expecting a more comfortable charter experience in the Caribbean. The advantages of renting a catamaran equipp

Amanda

Mar 12, 2021

Are Bareboat Charters in San Blas Islands Available?

Smooth sailing the San Blas islands requires both the need of experienced crew and a meticulous provisioning plan. Bareboat charters sailing vacations in the islands of San Blas are not possible for a number of reasons. The booming charter industry and more precisely the sail-it-yourself offer across the most important Caribbean sailing destinations is becoming increasingly present over the years. Guiding your own vessel with the error-free marine charts available for tourist

June, July, August Weather in the San Blas Islands: Are the Summer Months the Best Period to Visit?

Chris

Mar 9, 2021

June, July, August Weather in the San Blas Islands: Are the Summer Months the Best Period to Visit?

The San Blas islands summer season starts in May and ends in November. The first period of the summer is perfect for visiting the San Blas Islands; mild weather, very short rain episodes and almost no tourists or sailboats make this place the perfect Caribbean getaway. Contrary to the belief that San Blas weather has 2 seasons, dry and wet, we, as long time residents of this Caribbean islands, believe that such simplistic approach is not entirely accurate and even though the

Is Scuba Diving In The San Blas Islands Possible And Are There Any Restrictions On Water Sports?

Amanda

Mar 7, 2021

Is Scuba Diving In The San Blas Islands Possible And Are There Any Restrictions On Water Sports?

Caribbean scuba diving vacations in the San Blas islands have for long been banned. Other sports such as kitesurfing in San Blas are also banned by the Kuna Congreso, which, along with the local chiefs, administers the Kuna Yala region of San Blas, Panama. In recent years, scuba diving has become a very common Caribbean and a very often requested activity. A huge and steadily growing business for those operators that offer their diving services in islands such as Grand Cayman

What Are The Most Beautiful Islands In San Blas, Panama?

Chris

Mar 5, 2021

What Are The Most Beautiful Islands In San Blas, Panama?

Most visited and Instagram famous islands such as Isla Perro, Isla Pelicano, Robenson Island, and Chichime in the San Blas Islands in Panama are indeed charming, but not necessarily the most beautiful and idyllic of the San Blas region, they are simply easy to access with a local land based tour. San Blas islands located in the Caribbean coast of Panama are for many the most beautiful vacation destination in the Caribbean. Inhabited by the peaceful and welcoming Kuna Indigen