The San Blas Islands Sailing Blog

What recent airspace closures reveal about travel risk — and how Catamaran Adventures protects guests with clear, considered refund policies In early January 2026, a major military operation led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. As part of that action, U.S. authorities temporarily closed large portions of Caribbean airspace for safety reasons. The Federal Aviation Administration’s restrictions forced major airlines to cancel hundreds of flights to and from popul

Why the Most Magical Week of the Year Sells Out First — And How to Secure Your Dream Holiday Early Christmas week is the single most requested time of the year for yacht charters in the San Blas Islands. Between perfect weather, holiday reunions, and the desire to escape the winter cold, it’s no surprise that catamarans get booked out months in advance. If you’re considering a tropical Christmas surrounded by turquoise waters and palm-fringed islands, planning ahead is essen

Exploring Panama’s Top Snorkeling Spots: From Pristine Caribbean Cays to Vibrant Pacific Reefs Panama offers excellent snorkeling on both its Pacific and Caribbean coasts — but the experiences are completely different. Pure San Blas magic: turquoise glass, coral below, paradise above. On the Caribbean side, the main destinations are Bocas del Toro and the San Blas Islands . Bocas del Toro is vibrant and fun, with colorful reefs, mangroves, and calm shallow waters ideal for ca

How to Pair Panama’s Most Iconic Destinations With a Catamaran Experience Travelers often wonder whether they can combine San Blas with Bocas del Toro, Panama City, or a Panama Canal tour. The answer is a confident yes  — and it works beautifully. Panama is compact, well connected, and offers three of the most visited experiences in the country: San Blas , Bocas del Toro , and Panama City  (with the famous Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal). Together, they create a diverse

Discover The Surprising Summer Storms of San Blas (and Why They’re Nothing to Fear) Every sailor who’s spent a summer in San Blas has heard of the mysterious Culepollo  — a name as curious as the weather phenomenon itself. Known locally as Chocosana  in the Guna language, these short but intense tropical squalls are part of the charm of sailing through one of the most pristine archipelagos in the Caribbean. The thought of a storm might sound alarming, but in reality, these br

A Rare, Secret Week in San Blas — High-Season Perfection All to Yourself, Reserved for the Few Who Know There’s a single week or to be...

The San Blas Islands are one of the Caribbean’s most breathtaking destinations, offering pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and a unique...

Discover San Blas: Panama’s hidden gem of 365 paradise islands, calm waters, and safe family anchorages. When families think about...

The relentless beauty of the Caribbean reveals its power: Hurricane Erin threatens with force, causing charter cancellations in the...

Your Complete Guide to San Blas Yacht Charters: How to Plan the Perfect Private Catamaran Getaway in Panama’s Most Secluded Paradise If...